A Pretty Pendant
PEPPYBEADS Pearl Initial Pendant
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At $5 a letter, you can potentially spell out their entire name for under $50. What a steal!
A Vibrant Dutch Oven
Le Creuset Stoneware Mini Round Cocotte
Think of all the tiny pies, puddings, quiches, and stews to be made. Yum.
A Carrie Bradshaw Necklace
TinyName Custom Name Necklace Personalized 18K Gold Plated Nameplate
They’ll have no idea this gift was so inexpensive…
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A Gua Sha for Facial Sculpting
Mount Lai The Jade Gua Sha Facial Lifting Tool
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Ancient technique informs modern beauty at Mount Lai, a brand that draws upon traditional Chinese medicine. Founder Stephanie Zheng was inspired by her grandmother, who used a gua sha tool every day to maintain a sculpted, youthful appearance.
A Lovely Jewelry Box
Vlando Faux Leather Jewelry Box
Here’s a jewelry box that’s almost as pretty as their actual jewelry collection.
A Hydrating Glazing Serum
Rhode Peptide Glazing Fluid
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They’ll be glowing like a supermodel with this hydrating serum, to which Hailey Bieber attributes her signature dewy look.
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Apple AirTag Tracker
Apple Apple AirTag
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For your friend who always seems to be misplacing their wallet or keys. They’ll thank you later.
A Polished Diffuser
VIVITEST Ceramic Diffuser
If you’re candle-averse or prefer essential oils, this diffuser makes every day feel like spa day.
A Fresh Wallet
JW Pei Stella Wallet
Few gifts are as universally practical as a stylish, multi-card wallet.
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A Preserved Rose
Venus et Fleur Le Mini Round
For anyone who loves receiving flowers or always has fresh blooms in their home, this single preserved rose should last up to three years on their mantel and requires absolutely no upkeep to boot.
A Designer Lipstick
Gucci Matte Lipstick
Applying this Gucci lipstick is an instant confidence booster.
LED Vanity Mirror
COSMIRROR Hollywood Makeup Vanity Mirror with Lights
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Your giftee will feel like a movie star when they apply their makeup in front of this tabletop mirror.
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A Small Film Camera
KODAK Kodak Ektar H35 Half Frame Film Camera, 35mm
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This compact film camera fits right into your artsy friend’s shoulder bag, allowing them to snap retro, aesthetically-pleasing photos on a vacation or a night out.
Chunky Hoops
Pavoi 14K Yellow Gold Colored Chunky Hoops
If you don’t already have a well-worn pair of chunky gold hoops, it’s never too late to hop on the bandwagon.
Tasty Treat
Chocolate Covered Company Belgian Milk Chocolate Covered Strawberries, 12 Piece
You literally just can’t go wrong with chocolate-covered strawberries. (Unless, of course, they’re allergic to chocolate and/or strawberries.)
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A Versatile Everyday Bag
Uniqlo Round Mini Shoulder Bag
Anyone who tries the Uniqlo sling bag becomes obsessed with it—we can personally attest. It’s durable, utilitarian, and ultra-affordable. Buy one to gift and one to keep for yourself.
A Thoughtful Touch
LivingLinesPoetryArt Custom Typewriter Print
We all appreciate a sentimental gift. Simple but meaningful, you can choose any passage, lyric, or quote to be aesthetically typed out and framed. Minimalist and stunning.
Perfect for Growing Families
L.L.Bean Boat and Tote, Open-Top
ELLE.com digital director Claire Stern Milch says that L.L.Bean’s Boat and Tote is one of her all-time go-to gifts. They last forever and are wildly durable, which makes them ideal as a baby shower gift.
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An Incredible Skincare Set
Sunday Riley Jewel Box Kit
Sunday Riley is one of the skincare industry’s most highly regarded brands, so there’s no doubt the beauty fanatic in your life is familiar with it. Individual products run at higher prices, so this gift set is an excellent value.
A Mood-Boosting Alarm Clock
HOUSBAY White Noise Machine Sunrise Alarm Clock
The internet is abuzz with chatter about the viral Hatch alarm clock, but if you don’t have $200 to throw down, this Amazon option is a great alternative.
Meg is the Associate Fashion Commerce Editor at ELLE.com where she researches trends, tests products, and looks for answers to all your burning questions. She also co-writes a monthly column, Same Same But Different. Meg has previously written for Cosmopolitan and Town & Country. Her passions include travel, buffalo sauce, and sustainability. She will never stop hoping for a One Direction reunion tour.
Sam Peters is a Senior Commerce Editor at Hearst covering fashion, beauty and lifestyle. Her writing has appeared in WWD, Footwear News, Real Simple, PopSugar and Bridal Guide, among others. She enjoys unpacking the latest trends and testing and reviewing some of the most innovative, emerging products on the market.
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