Gifts for Best Friends
To Be the Ultimate Bestie, Follow the 37 Best Friend Gifts Ideas & Ace Your Friendship
The bond of friendship has its own flex, and when it comes to a special occasion like a birthday or Christmas, you must gift your friend what you actually like for yourself.
They're your best friend, and they, let's face it, know all the darkest secrets. Don't even bring up that one time during Spring Break. They'll listen to all of your relationship problems (and there are a lot of them), offer counsel (even when you don't ask for it), have closed more bars with you than you'd like to admit, and are basically there for you every day. To cut a long tale short, they are the best.
As a friend, the last thing you want to do is give them a useless gift. There are too many of them in the world. Instead, you want to uncover something personal for them that is essentially an inside joke. We know you have a lot of them. It makes no difference whether your BFF is female or male, straight or gay, blue or green, number one or seven. We've studied and produced a list of some truly fantastic ideas if we do say so ourselves.
Check out our top selections for the best friend gift ideas in 2022. Up, up, and away.
Best Gift for Best Friend in 2022
"Good Friends Are Like Stars" Necklace
It's one of Amazon's best-selling (and plainly stated) friendship necklaces, excellent for your true BFF, and an awesome way to let them know how you really feel about them. "Good friends are like the stars; you don't always see them, but you know they are always there," reads the statement on the card. Find more about the necklace here.
The Cozy Pick
This year's robes are the ones that everyone is talking about. They're incredibly comfortable, designed to be slouchy, and will make your bestie feel like she's living in a spa. Friendship options are available for both female and male pals. You can choose from a variety of colors, including fog, slate, and army green. Read more about the robe collection here.
The Bes-Tee Pick
This bright, minimalist shirt is the perfect way to let them know they're your bestie. The great part is that it is available in a variety of colors, as well as sizes and styles for ladies, men, and even children! Check out more of the bestie tees here.
Long Distance Friendship Pick
Customized Long Distance Friendship Mugs
Your bestie may be in another state, but that doesn't end your friendship. This personalized coffee cup lets you pick the two states you live in, as well as the colors. Find out more about the bestie mugs here.
The Game Time
We're completely enamored with this game, and we're sure your BFF will be as well. It's a great (and hilarious) party game that may quickly become awkward. But, by asking them questions, putting them in slightly awkward situations, and more, these cards will help you get familiar with your friends even better. Learn more about this game here.
The Smart Pick
Kikkerland Design Bedside Caddy
They can now stay completely organized, even with all of the crazy digital devices, books, glasses, and other items they keep in their bed at night. Simply place everything in this adorable bedside caddy, and you'll always know where it is in the morning!
The Customized Pick
LuluLala Customizable Name Plate Necklace
This year, the nameplate necklace is all the rage, and your bestie will adore the fact that you etched her name, initials, birthday, or whatever else on it. You stay in a win-win situation because you can accomplish it all for a reasonable price. Find out more about the nameplate necklace here.
The BFF Pick
It's the Carole Baskin doormat from the Netflix obsession Tiger King, all you kitties, and kittens! Flex your comedic muscles, have a good laugh and keep your floors clean all at once... Otherwise, Carole may have to feed you to the tigers. She'll definitely do it. Read more interesting facts here.
The Brunch Fans Pick
Let's face it: brunch is always the greatest. This Minute Mimosa Sugar Cube kit is perfect for those who want to entertain brunch at home. Just drop a delicious flavor into their favorite champagne, and everyone will be sipping on a different flavored mimosa in less than a minute. Genius! More information is here.
The Beautiful Pick
FaceTory Skin Type Sheet Mask Collection
If your BFF is enamored with the latest Korean facial mask sheets, they'll enjoy this gift package, which is actually rather affordable (in a good way). You may even have it sent to them on a monthly basis if you sign up for it. Alternatively, a normal set of seven different sheets can be used. Read more here.
The Childhood Pick
Emoji Best Friends Coloring Book
Sure, it's aimed at children, but we could all benefit from the quiet and tranquility of a coloring book these days! This incredibly fun coloring book features two copies of each page, so you can share it with your bestie, color it together, or even has a fun contest. Our No. 1 is the peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Find out more interesting details hidden in the coloring book here.
The Memorable Pick
A fantastic way to recall that amazing road trip you all took, during which there may or may not have been significant shenanigans! It's fragrant, hand-poured, and has an 80-hour burn time. Learn more here.
The Crazy Pillow Pick
Don't worry. You can personalize these pillows to include the faces of pals you truly know. But seriously, these are so fantastic that they've become a total best-seller (again) this year. At the same time, it's creepy and entertaining. Read more about the fun cushions here.
The Friend Forever Pick
'You Are My Golden Girl' A Fill-in Book
They'll like this fun, fill-in book if they're truly your Golden Girl (and a fan of the program). You can either fill out the questions and memories on your own or do it together for a good chuckle. By the way, we're absolutely Rose. Learn more here.
The Drunkard Bud
Sure, the Day Drinkers club can be stocked with coffee, but we know better. While you're at it, grab one for yourself! Check out more in the Day Drinking Mug here.
The BFF Relation Pick
Best Friend's Heart's Anatomy Mug
It's a wonderful way for them to remember you every morning while they drink their coffee (or wine, if they're like that at 9 a.m.). This adorable AF mug features sentimental and profound sentiments, as well as some amusing and quirky ones that perfectly define them. Learn more here.
The Long-Distance Collection
Friendship Lamp for Long Distance
Just because you don't live close to each other any longer doesn't mean you can't communicate with them and let them know when you're thinking about them. These wildly popular friendship lights come in a set of two, are Wi-Fi enabled, and light up in a distinctive color when they tap the lamp next to yours, letting you know they're thinking about you. It also does the same thing when you tap it, letting them know you've been thinking of them. It feels so much more personal and important than a text message. Look for more of these lamps here.
The Best Bud Pick
Who doesn't like a modern take on an old-fashioned friendship bracelet? This Bestie Bracelet comes in a pack of ten, which they can wear all at once or divide among themselves. What we like even more, aside from how popular they've gotten online this year, is that a portion of the profit helps local people in need. Find more details here.
The Bromance Collection
These Dude Wipes are a must-have for any bromance in your life. They come with 30 fragrance-free flushable wipes. Trust us when we say he could use some additional TLC down there. Universe, you're welcome! More information can be found here.
The New Year Pick
'A Better Me is Coming' New Year Journal
Let's face it, the year 2022 was a dumpster fire. So, let's pretend it never occurred and concentrate on 2022, the year in which a new me will emerge. What have we got to lose? Read more about the new year book here.
The Bestie Fill-in
'Why You Are My Bestie?' Fill-in Book
An extremely cute and amusing fill-in book on why they're your bestie! You may either complete it ahead of time or do it together for a nice chuckle and a trip down memory lane. More information can be found here.
The Saucy Pick
This is the ideal present for your hot sauce BFF. It includes everything they'll need to produce up to seven different bottles of really wonderful, custom-made spicy sauce. Find more details here.
The Sweet Bud Pick
These tiny candles are adorable and smell wonderful! Who doesn't enjoy a terrarium? Check out more of these incredible candles here.
The Cute Pick
Your friend can finally get rid of those brown paper lunch bags they've been carrying around! This attractive insulated re-usable lunch bag will keep your food fresh throughout the day. More information can be found here.
The Drinking Pal
Sure, you and your partner are equally guilty of indulging in endless glasses of your favorite wine. For that matter, any wine. We're also guilty as charged! These adorable stemless wine glasses come in a set of two and are emblazoned with the phrase "Drink Up the Sunshine." More information can be found here.
The Frenemy Pack
Even reviewing this game makes us nervous! It's a hilarious and nerve-wracking game in which you must turn over a variety of cards and answer questions about each other, some of which are, dare we say, a little too revealing? Gulp! You could start off as friends and finish up as adversaries. You were never that close in the first place, eh? Learn more here.
The Feminist Collection
It's a must-have present of the season if you and your BFF are the ultimate feminists (which hopefully you are). It makes no difference if your bestie is female or male. Everyone has the ability to help! This tee is available in multiple sizes and colors for men and women, and the fabric is actually rather comfortable. If you order it, size up. Find more colors of this ultimate feminist t-shirt here.
The Fiesta Pick
It's as though the party never ends, and we're here to enjoy it! Beer pong was one of the most popular games (at least at our campus). You may now play the larger version of the game in your own garden. If you want to fill each enormous cup/bucket with beer, that's up to you. More information can be found here.
The Silky Pick
It's the amazing beauty pillow coverings that have been the buzz of the town all year! This silk pillowcase is believed to help decrease wrinkles, creases, and fine lines on your face, as well as the annoying bedhead you get every morning. Keep your youth forever! Learn more here.
The Personal Pick
We think these are the coolest mugs we've seen all year. It has that French restaurant feeling that's been all over the place lately. So choose your BFF's letter and call it a day. Find more details here.
The Home Gear Pick
Party Leatherette Drink Coaster Set
At the same time, you'll be saving your coffee table from those irritating rings and making a hilarious statement. These must-haves come in a four-piece set. More information can be found here.
The Thanksgiving Pick
It's one of the most popular online journals, and it only takes 5 minutes to read. In addition, you'll fill in specific fill-ins each day, such as what you're grateful for, what you'd like to accomplish, what you'd like to 'do again,' and more. Read more about this journal of gratitude here.
The Trendy Pick
Whimsical garden/floral prints are one of the year's greatest trends. They may now put their laptop safely in this laptop sleeve. It contains internal padding to keep your laptop secure, and it fits most regular laptops. More information can be found here.
The Floral Pick
When all else fails, flowers are always a safe bet! Bouqs may be familiar to you from their appearance on Shark Tank a few years ago. We've been using them since then and can personally attest that they are some of the most beautiful flowers we've ever seen, at an incredible price. But, unfortunately, we don't know how they do it. More information can be found here.
The Selfie Pick
LuMee Light Up iPhone Selfie Case
They can now get their selfie taken in the style of their favorite or least favorite Kardashian! This LuMee light-up iPhone case is one of the year's best-sellers, and it truly does offer you red-carpet illumination so that all of your photos look like you're about to make the cover of People Magazine. Read more from here.
The 90's Collection
The 90s are back, and everything old is new again! Instead of random numbers, you'll be looking for Kevin from Home Alone, Rachel from Friends, a Furby, CD-Roms, and a whole lot more. Learn more by clicking here.
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