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By Erika Owen, Lori Keong, and Michella Oré

33 Gifts for Girlfriends That Will Earn You Instant Brownie Points (4)

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    Buying a gift for anysignificant other, but especially narrowing down the best gifts for girlfriends, isalwaysgoing to be tougher than anyone else on your list—no matter how well you know your other half. But, as they say, practice makes perfect. While any day is a great time to show your leading lady how much she means to you (and how well you listen), Valentine's Day is really the moment to pull out all the stops.

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    Maybe your girlfriend is the queen of hobbies: mastering an expert-level recipe, snapping the perfect fit pic, putting on 12 layers of skincare before bed, going deep on midcentury design rabbit holes, hiking up a mountain, racking up stamps on her passport, or hardcore lounging. Leaning into any one of these themes is going to make the gift a little more meaningful once it's in her hands.

    And to aid in your quest to find something truly superlative for any big occasion on your iCal (we do hope you know when your anniversary is), we've pulled together 34 of the best gifts for girlfriends that each fit into at least one of the categories above, all while tenderly expressing your affection. Whether you’ve been dating for years, realized it was love at first sight this past weekend, or are diligently working to make up for a series of missed V-Day opportunities, we've got thoughtful ideas for days.

    Browse all of our gift guides in one place, and get even more GQ-vetted-and-approved gift ideas by signing up for the GQ Recommends newsletter. Or, check out some of our top gifting suggestions below, broken out by category.

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      Mejuri

      Sculptural Hoops

      When it comes to hoops, the chunkier, the better.

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      Everlane

      Rib-Knit Wrap Top

      Your lady is the gift that keeps on giving, so wrap her up accordingly.

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      Kjaer Weis

      The Beautiful Oil

      A trio of oils (including rosehip and jojoba) that enhances her natural glow while protecting her skin against the bleakest winter forecasts ahead.

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      Levens Jewels

      Pretty Baby Ring

      One kooky wearable flower to trump all the wiltable ones at the grocery store.

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      Vuori

      Daily Wide Leg Pants

      Whether she's wrapping up errands on the weekend or doing virtually nothing on the couch, she won't second-guess a pair of easy-going pants with a supremely soft handfeel.

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      Brooklinen

      Super-Plush Robe

      Like a big, warm hug post-shower. Steamy.

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      Jolie

      Filtered Showerhead

      Better water pressure and advanced filtration for her shower head? Always a great gift for her that doubles as a present to you whenever you're over.

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      Compartés

      Pink Chocolate Covered Oreos

      An indulgent twist on her favorite snack won't go unnoticed.

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      Simone Rocha

      Ribbon Sweater

      A present that already comes wrapped up with bows on top.

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      Tracksmith

      Fells Waffler Layer

      Make those morning laps a little more bearable with a warm waffle-knit base that will insulate her from the cold, while letting everything breathe under all those layers.

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      Nicole Saldana

      Lily Platform

      The sky's the limit and these platforms are the extra boost she needs.

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      Disco Inferno

      Liquid Heat

      For the woman with a legendary spice tolerance, here's one way to level up her booze: a tingly chili and mint infusion that will add an icy/hot touch to margaritas, palomas, and beyond.

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      Merit

      Mini Flush Balm Cream Blush Set

      Her lips and cheeks, but better.

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      Fujifilm

      Instax Mini 12 Camera

      For Valentine's gifts, birthdays, Christmas, and beyond, don't overthink it too much. Instead, help her capture all the good times with a throwback classic like an instant camera (and plenty of film to get her going).

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      Therabody

      Theraface Mask

      A luxe LED light mask like Therabody's is not only selfie gold, but also lets her experiment with salon-worthy tech at home. In this case, the red light means “go” on reducing fine lines and wrinkles.

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      Madewell

      The Essential Mini Bucket Tote

      Besides yourself, the only other arm candy she needs is a sidekick like this one that will polish off her fits, while holding space for the absolute essentials.

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      Bearaby

      Cuddler Body Pillow

      For your long-distance love, consider Bearaby’s ergonomically designed body pillow that twists and turns in all kinds of comforting shapes—kind of like a hug—or spring for one of the brand's chunky weighted blankets instead.

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      Gucci

      Horsebit 1955 Mini Bag

      Seasons come and go, but this classic horsebit leather purse is timeless.

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      Lululemon

      Wunder Train High Rise Tight '25

      For the gym wallflower who'd prefer to go toned-down than weight-room loud, Lululemon makes some of the best leggings for the job.

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      Eledera

      The "Rossana" Mary Jane

      Was she swept up by the mary jane wave earlier this year? Upgrade her footwear with this chunky spin on the classic flat.

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      Upstate

      Bucatini Bowl

      And now, her dining table has become the main attraction.

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      Comme Si

      La Boxer Alta

      Wide-leg, crisp Italian cotton lounging pants for the girlfriend who's constantly stealing your boxers or pajamas. It’s a gift that says, “I love you, here’s something nicer than my stuff for you to wear.”

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      Abel

      Cyan Nori Eau de Parfum

      A scent that contains multitudes, just like her, balancing out sweet and citrusy notes of tangerines and peach with salty nori.

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      Cuyana

      Travel Jewelry Case

      If you're feeling fancy, present it with some fresh studs or a sleek necklace inside [gestures to the rest of this list].

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      Gisou

      Glow and Scent Set

      Thoughtful gifts come in many forms. Food for thought: A fragrance and face oil set that's one part self-care, one part indulgence.

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      Visp

      "The Elixir" Mixer

      Give her the power to whip up a matcha latte on the go (in a cute water bottle no less) and she will take over the world (or at least have enough energy to do it).

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      Positive Grid

      Spark Mini Portable Amp and Bluetooth Speaker

      The best gift ideas are those that are equal parts romantic gifts and personalized gifts. If a music nerd has a hold of your heart, she’ll appreciate this handy gizmo. Equal parts amp for shredding in small spaces and Bluetooth speaker for blasting one of her infamous playlists.

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      Calpak

      Luka Duffel Bag

      Influencers across Instagram love this puffy travel bag—and for once, we agree. Unzip this bad boy and you’ll see it’s working overtime with its shoe pocket, interior pockets that are more than equipped to hold a certain tumbler, and pass-through sleeve.

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      Alder Apparel

      Open Air Pant

      Peep all the pockets on these hiking/travel/lounging-around-the-apartment pants that are stretchy enough that she'll never feel constricted as she hops over rocks or squats down to investigate a particularly interesting flower. Plus, Alder Apparel’s inclusive sizing (which goes up to a size 6X) ensures that there's a close fit for almost everyone.

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      Sunroom

      Decaf Coffee

      Hear us out: Really good decaf coffee is hard to come by. This chilled-out version is made with beans equitably sourced from coffee producers around the world—perfect for the former coffee drinker who deeply misses kicking the day off with a cup of joe.

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      SIN

      Handmade Candlestick Holder

      If your best friend loves hosting showstopping dinner parties, a new tablescape addition is always appreciated. The unglazed terracotta on this candlestick holder has a delightful texture—and comes in a single or double loop, making it a unique gift she’ll appreciate time and time again.

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      Breda

      Pulse (Tandem) Watch

      The sleekest of gold watches for your perennially punctual queen (or those who are perpetually predisposed to arrive late).

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      Primal Wine

      Club Subscription

      A choose-your-own-adventure wine subscription that sends her only the good stuff (really good, newish natural wine) all based on her taste and consumption preferences.

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