37 Of The Best Gifts To Give Your Best Friend In 2020
Because your bestie deserves the best.
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1. A pair of metallic monstera earrings that'll please any plant parent on your list. They're bold enough to make a statement, but are lightweight, so they won't tug on their lobes.
2. A unisex Rose Apothecary hoodie, if your bestie is the biggest Schitt's Creek fan on the planet. Reviewers say it's thick, warm, and super comfy, so they'll probably wear it all winter long.
Get it from LJOutfittersCo on Etsy for $49.50. Available in six colours and sizes S—XXL.
3. A customizable photo album that they can fill with pictures of their four-legged friend. It has space to jot down notes, so they can record their most treasured memories.
Get it on Amazon Canada for $21.50.
4. A Tower 28 lip jelly, if they're tired of the matte lip trend and prefer the look of a plumper, juicier pout. The formula is oil based, meaning they won't have to deal with the dreaded stickiness of a traditional gloss.
Until recently, I was not a gloss gal. In fact, I was not a lip product gal at all (besides balm). But let me tell you, things have changed! I am obsessed with these lip jellies. They keep my cracked, chapped lips soothed and the colours are great. I am not lying when I say I am going to purchase every single one because they are so dang pretty.
Get it from Sephora Canada for $18. Available in ten colours.
5. A stylish Herschel beanie that'll keep their noggin' warm until spring has sprung. It's super slouchy and is long enough to keep their ears covered.
Get it from Simons for $25. Available in seven colours.
6. A six-pack of no-pull scrunchies that have secret pockets where they can stash their tiniest treasures. They're made of velvet, so they won't tug on their strands like regular elastic bands, saving them from breakage.
7. A pack of The Simpsons stickers that they can use to jazz up their plain old water bottle, laptop, and just about everything else they own.
8. A colouring book filled with illustrations of sassy animals sipping boozy libations (I mean, what more could they want?). Each colouring page includes a drink recipe, so it'll help them become a seasoned mixologist, too.
9. A set of adorable animal cord protectors that'll keep their wires in place and save them from fraying when they're on their last legs.
10. This soy wax candle that'll fill their apartment with the sweet scents of bergamot, hay, and golden poppy. Once they're through burning it they can repurpose the retro tin as a makeup brush holder (we love a two-for-one gift!).
11. A set of rainbow crystal nail files that'll cause less breakage than metal alternatives and will leave their nails feeling smoother than ever. They come with plastic sheaths, so they won't accidentally poke themself if they leave them floating around in their bag.
12. A set of granite whiskey stones that will keep their drinks icy cold, but won't water them down. I'm not saying you should pair it with a bottle of whiskey, but…you should probably pair it with a bottle of whiskey.
The set comes nine stones and a storage bag so none of them go missing.
Get it on Amazon Canada for $18.99. Also available in a darker colour.
13. A silicone Groot-shaped earbud case that'll keep their headphones from getting bashed around in their bag. It’s compatible with first- and second-generation AirPods, so you won’t have to stress about sizing.
14. A copy of 50 Shades of Chicken, a cookbook that'll help them become the home chef they've always dreamed of being (and get in a few laughs, too). The recipe instructions are definitely on the saucy side, so their onions won't be the only things sweating.
15. A basketball-themed bottle opener with a tiny net that'll catch their caps. It has a super-strong magnetic back, so it'll cling to their refrigerator (meaning they won't have to fiddle around with a hammer and nails to mount it).
16. An itty-bitty wallet bag that's the perfect size for their essentials. If they hate carrying around massive totes, this is a solid alternative.
17. A water-filtering straw that they'll definitely want to bring on their next camping adventure. It can filter up to 1,000 liters of contaminated water without any chemicals, so they won't be up a creek without a paddle if they don't pack a boatload of bottled water.
18. A satin-lined beanie that'll keep them warm, without frizzing up their hair. Reviewers say it helps them maintain their curls in the frosty seasons and that they even wear it to bed on frostier evenings.
Get it on Amazon Canada for $29.99+. Available in eight colours.
19. A set of adhesive bear-shaped phone grips that'll attach right to their phone socket, allowing them to keep an eye on their map while they're driving. The ears can be used to hold their cables, if they have any loose cords hanging around their dash.
20. A pair of personalized constellation hairpins that you can customize to their zodiac sign. If they're obsessed with reading their horoscope, they'll probably love this gift.
Get a set of two from TheCHMSupply on Etsy for $12.50.
21. A deck of non-cheesy affirmation cards that'll give them the dose of positivity they need to keep on truckin'. Reviewers say that they're simultaneously inspiring and hilarious, which is a combo I can get on board with.
Each deck comes with 50 cards, so they won't run out of their happy thought supply for a very long time.
Get it on Amazon Canada for $18.92. Available in four styles.
22. An enamel pin with an illustration of their birthstone, because you may not be able to afford to buy them a real semiprecious gem (but you wish you could).
Get it from AlphabetBags on Etsy for $13.50. Available for every birthstone.
23. This avocado tote that'll become their go-to bag for grocery shopping, toting textbooks, and just about eveything else. It's hand printed and totally unique, so they won't have to worry about anyone jacking their style.
Get it from WormJoeEcoshop on Etsy for $33.27.
24. A cute hanging plant pot, if they've got so many plant babies they have zero table space left. The jute cords can be shortened or lenghtened, so they can display their greenery at the perfect height.
25. A compact cold brew maker, if they love coffee more than life itself. It'll start to work its magic as soon as they place the brewer on the carafe, so they won't need to do any extra work.
26. A copy of Crafting With Cat Hair that'll teach them how to turn furballs into masterpieces (like mittens and finger puppets). Tell them to start lint rolling their couch to stock up on supplies!
27. A pack of adhesive tangerine wall decals that'll make it look like they actually spent hours wallpapering their apartment. Reviewers love how easy it is to reposition them, so they can constantly switch things up.
28. An itty-bitty purse light that'll help them find their keys in the bottom of their bag when it's pitch black out. The hook is made of flexible silicone, so they can stretch it to fit around just about any bag handle.
29. A makeup brush-cleaning sponge that'll clean their beauty tools in mere seconds. It doesn't even require water or brush cleanser to do its thing.
30. And a duo of makeup blender sponges that are made almost entirely out of plant-based materials. Reviewers love the flawless finish they leave and say that they don't soak up too much product, so they won't be wasting any drops of their favourite foundation.
31. A desk-sized mini lightbox sign for their home office that'll be the envy of all their coworkers in their next Zoom meeting. Who cares about plants and picture frames when they have this? Answer: Nobody.
32. A copy of 52 Lists for Calm that'll help them centre themself, learn more about their mind and body, and offer some useful tips along the way. Reviewers say it's a great tool for reducing stress and anxiety.
It includes 52 listing prompts divided into 4 sections: Be Present, Look Back, Move Forward, and Release.
Get it on Amazon Canada for $16.78.
33. A container of gel cleaning putty that they can use to peel the dirt off your keyboard, dash, record collection, and more. It feels like slime, so it's super fun to play with, too.
34. A hand sanitizer key ring that'll keep their germ-busting solution close at hand. It's made of faux leather and will make your sanitizer look more like an accessory than a necessity.
35. A handy business planner that'll help them turn their passion project into a full time gig. It covers everything from budgeting to using social media to identifying their ideal market, and even includes nuggets of wisdom from successful entrepreneurs.
Get it on Amazon Canada for $24.99. Also available in a spiral-bound version.
36. A monogrammed toiletry bag where they can store their most-used products. It's made of leather, so it'll look even better the more they use it.
Get it from PolLeatherStudio on Etsy for $68.31+. Available in three colours.
37. A deck of user-friendly yoga cards that'll help them heal aches and pains, and find their zen through simple stretches. They include pictures and detailed instructions, so they won't accidentally injure themself trying to find their way into a pose.
Cheers to buying the best gifts!
