2022 has been a year of getting back to fun and learning where we really want to focus our energy—which is why, this holiday season, the best gifts for your wife, your sister, or any woman in your life will be ones that allow you to do more of what you love together. Let’s face it, those important women in your life deserve thoughtful gifts—and any of these stunners will keep them happy through the holidays.
When it comes to shopping for women, items that make it easier for her to feel less stressed and more like the badass she is are always a win. Whether it’s gear to keep up with her outdoor adventures, noise-canceling headphones so she can find moments of zen, or creative culinary touches to elevate her next dinner party, these 16 gifts will make any special woman on your list instantly happy.
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1. 100% Hypercraft XS Sunglasses
Whether she’s into running, mountain biking, or hot girl walks, the 100% Hypercraft XS will keep her looking as cool as she is fast. A smaller-scale shield designed to better fit the female face, these active sunglasses feel weightless at just 23 grams, offer 100 percent UV protection on scratch-resistant lenses, and are designed with nose and temple grips to provide a super secure fit during high-impact movements.
[$165; 100percent.com]
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2. Nocs Provisions Standard Issue Binoculars
Waterproof, fog-proof, and colorfully-clad, Nocs Provisions Binoculars offer a crisp close-up to wild sights over 350 feet away. Whether spotting bighorn sheep at a national park or bird peeping in your backyard, the eyepieces are also designed so you can use your phone camera to capture a clear image of your far-away friends. They even have unique twist-up eyecups to make eyeglass wearers more comfortable while viewing. The high-impact rubber grips create a more secure hand-hold for your gnarliest adventures, and these binos even come with a “no matter what” lifetime warranty.
[$95; nocsprovisions.com]
3. Topo Designs Sherpa Jacket
From après to errands, the 2-in-1 reversible Topo Designs Sherpa Jacket will keep her toasty and trendy. Rocking sherpa fleece on one side and a smooth, DWR-finished tech fabric on the other, this minimalist cropped bomber jacket is both versatile and durable, whichever way she wants to wear it.
[$169; topodesigns.com]
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4. Jacobsen Sea Salt Co. Infused Salt Set
For the woman who loves to cook, the Jacobsen Sea Salt Co. Infused Salt Set includes six flaky salts infused with culinary stars like Rosemary, Pinot Noir, and Black Garlic to offer a new note to her signature dishes. Each vial comes with a tasting note and pairing suggestion for these high-quality PNW-harvested finishing salts, and we love the wood stand as a sleek, on-counter accent.
[$35; jacobsensalt.com]
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5. Fill Mill ReFillable Candle System
If there’s one truth in a woman’s world, it’s that lighting a candle is the go-to way to set a soothing, scented scene. With the Fill Mill refillable vessel, she can choose between three recyclable soy wax candles to set the mood. The receptacle is made from handsome concrete and has a magnet at the bottom to keep fills securely seated.
[$60; bespokepost.com]
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6. Baboon to the Moon Go-Tote Mega
Road trips, park picnics, city commutes, girls night—the color-popping Baboon to the Moon Go-Tote Mega will keep up with all her adventures, thanks to its structured frame, waterproof outer, and comfy carry handles. Plus, the 40-liter interior has seven pockets and enough room for five days worth of clothes (or a whole lot of wine).
[$150; baboontothemoon.com]
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7. Apple AirPods Pro
Help her tune out the chaos and into her favorite podcast or playlist with the new second-generation Apple AirPods Pro, featuring double the noise cancellation and better immersive audio than its predecessor. Upgrades on the ubiquitous wireless headphones also include a richer bass, clearer sound, six hours of battery life (30 with the charging case), and smaller ear tips for a better in-ear fit.
[$249; apple.com]
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8. Therabody SmartGoggles
Level-up her unwind with the Therabody SmartGoggles, a smart eye mask that uses heat, vibration, massage, and biometric data from an in-mask heart rate sensor to help calm the nervous system and provide therapeutic relief to the orbital area. Slip them on and use one of the three presets to calm headaches, quiet anxiety, relieve eye strain, focus before a big day, or sleep better at night.
[$199; therabody.com]
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9. Danner x Free People Movement Cloud Cap Boots
These waterproof Danner x Free People Movement Cloud Cap winter boots feature 400G PrimaLoft insulation and a Vibram Arctic Grip outsole to keep her toes toasty and secure on snow-covered streets—while the retro color blocking and ankle profile are eye-catching enough to still earn compliments when she meets the girls for Hot Toddies.
[$210; danner.com]
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10. Eberjey Inez Washable Silk Short PJ Set
The only thing more lush than sleeping in silk pajamas is not having to hand wash or dry clean them after. From woman-owned, cult sleepwear brand Eberjey, the new Inez Washable Silk Short PJ Set is made with soft, machine-washable silk. The subtly sexy classic shorts-and-top set are hypoallergenic, thermoregulating, and feel so supple on skin, she’ll never want to get out of bed.
[$258; eberjey.com]
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11. Parks Pass National Park Candle
Relive your happiest summer adventures every time you light this Parks Pass National Park Candle. These 100 percent natural soy-blended dips are aptly scented for seven of the major U.S. parks, and each purchase helps fund vital projects to preserve our protected lands for future generations.
[$36; parksproject.us]
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12. Flylow Foxy Bibs
She doesn’t just want to carve fresh powder on your next trip to Aspen—she wants to do it in style. Flylow’s Foxy Bibs are flattering and functional, a luxuriant, butter-soft recycled shell that’s stretchy, breathable, lightweight, and waterproof. It has a kangaroo chest pouch ideal for snacks, perfectly-placed thigh vents to help her temperature regulate, and comes in seven expressive colorways for some real steeze, including a happy sunflower yellow and feminine dusty rose. Pair it with the matching Flylow Lucy Jacket ($400) for a killer monochrome kit.
[$430; flylowgear.com]
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13. Wild Rye Gnaria Gloves
The Wild Rye Gnaria Gloves are ideal for cold days on her bike and long days on the skin track—with a breathable, DWR, four-way stretch material, gel-palm padding, and a cozy brushed-fleece liner. She’ll love all the small details, like touch-screen compatibility, cotton thumb to wipe sweat drips, and those “Play Wild” palms to speak to her wildflower soul. Plus, they’re from a women-owned brand.
[$59; wild-rye.com]
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14. Adidas x Gucci Gazelle Sneakers
Nothing says cool kid of the ‘90s all grown up better than these fresh Adidas x Gucci Gazelles. These sneakers are peak feminine street style with the classic Gazelle low profile and adidas three stripes, plus a splash of delicate luxury in the pink vegan velvet and suede and Gucci Trefoil print.
[$850; gucci.com]
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15. Futurna Skin Rituale Luminso Transformation Set
Turn every night into a spa night with Futurna Skin Rituale Luminso Set, a complete three-step skincare ritual crafted with organic, wild-forged botanicals hand-harvested in Sicily. This lush trio delivers luminously smooth skin that’s loaded with hydration and plant power to protect against the damage of days ahead and help her feel powerfully fortified in 2023.
[$195; furtunaskin.com]
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16. Hammitt Otis Weekender Bag
Get her a voluminus bag made out of luxe Italian suede like the Hammitt Otis Weekender Bag and it’s sure to be her constant travel companion. Large enough for four days’ worth of essentials, the Otis has lots of drop pockets to quickly stash a laptop, water bottle, credit card, or smartphone while on the move.
[$795; hammitt.com]
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