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25 Special Christmas Gifts for Her

25 Special Christmas Gifts for Her

Sharing some of my personal Christmas wish list items in my women’s gift guide. My top picks from the four gift rule: something they want, something to wear, something they need and something to read. Here are 25 special Christmas gifts for her!

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Something they Want 

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  1. Custom Face Magnet // Best Friend Christmas Gift, Christmas Gift for Friend, Funny Christmas Gift, Custom Portrait for Christmas. Don’t know what to get her? These unique handmade custom portrait magnets are the perfect gift!

  2. Kid’s Initial Custom Letter Necklace for Moms // This is personally my favorite necklace of all time. It’s minimalistic and simple, so it goes with everything. The perfect everyday piece of jewelry. Plus it’s near and dear to me because it has my kids initials on it but you could spell out a whole name. The perfect gift, for any mom (or grandma!) for any holiday.

  3. Monogrammed Jute Burlap Personalized Tote Bag // These are so sweet with the little bow and will go with any outfit. They’re a great size too!

  4. Fire 7 Tablet (7" display, 16 GB) // I love my tablet. I also loved my Kindle… But the Kindle is more expensive and a Tablet does a lot more. Skip the Kindle and get her a Fire Tablet!

  5. iRobot Roomba i7 Vacuum // Wi-Fi Connected, Smart Mapping, Works with Alexa, Ideal for Pet Hair, Carpets, Hard Floors. Give her the gift of convenience this Christmas. This is the only type of vacuum I would be more than happy to receive on Christmas. A vacuum where I don’t have to do anything! lol

  6. Orolay Women's Thickened Down Jacket // This is THE Amazon coat. Apparently it’s been out for a couple years and it was on Oprah’s list. It’s pricey, but I hear well worth it. If you live in a cold, wintery, snowy state, she definitely needs this. It even has its own Instagram page!

  7. Bistro Tile Measuring Cups, Set of 4 // How gorgeous are these black and gold white ceramic bistro tile measuring cups from Anthropologie? You can’t go wrong with anything from Anthropologie but these would even be great as little trinket dishes or to display other foods in. Must have for the hostess!



Something to Wear 

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  1. Large Pink Heart Statement Earrings // These pink beaded heart statement earrings are so fun! Would be perfect for a baby shower, gender reveal or excitement for a baby girl! Also really great for Valentine’s Day and spring & summer outfits. These make such a great gift for her!

  2. Kate Spade crystal hinge bangle // I’m pretty sure this is a Cartier dupe. But much more affordable! Such a pretty minimalistic, every day piece of jewelry for her!

  3. Free People Whisper Fringe Blanket Scarf // I certainly don’t need any more scarves and can’t wear them in the South Carolina heat. But if you know she needs a scarf this winter, get her this gorgeous cozy one from Free People!

  4. Buffalo Check Pajamas // I love a good pair of Christmas jammies, but sometimes it’s nice to have a neutral pair you can wear all throughout the winter. This gray and cream buffalo check pajama set is so cute for all winter long.

  5. Seychelles Beaded Bracelet // I’m pretty sure this is a David Yurman dupe and it’s a good one! It’s so pretty and comes in many different colored beads. I love the chain-link style. It’s a very classy bracelet for her.

  6. Patagonia Women's Re-Tool Snap-T® Fleece Pullover // If I’m going to invest in a nice piece of clothing I want it to be in a style and color that is timeless and can be worn for several years. This cream Patagonia fleece pullover would be such a perfect addition to her wardrobe. It comes in several different colors and is on super sale!



Something they Need

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  1. Faux Fur Slippers // These slippers look so soft and cozy. And the classic colors & style guarantee they’ll go with all her pajamas.

  2. Bracelet keychain // I have this exact bracelet keychain and I love it. There are several colors and prints available, but I personally love the snakeskin. It’s so convenient for throwing your keys on your wrist before you accidentally leave them in your car!

  3. Art Deco Gold Filled Jar Candle Collection // Again, these are gorgeous candles, but they are a smaller set of three. Also again, these would be so easy to re-purpose!

  4. Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer & Volumizer Hot Air Brush // If she likes to do her hair, this would be the perfect hot hair tool for her. It cuts styling time in half with the two-in-one dryer and volumizer. I personally have this and I know several other people who love it and swear by it too.

  5. Nordstrom Kennebunk Bliss Plush Throw // How soft and cozy does this plush throw look? Comes in several different colors and I just love the fringe!

  6. Custom Name Engraving Cutting Board // If she loves to entertain, this laser engraved personalized cutting board would be the perfect Christmas gift for her. I love making charcuterie, cheese and snack boards, so I would love something personalized like this for when I host. This one comes with a FREE care kit.

  7. Capri Blue Iridescent Jar Candle // This is such a gorgeous candle! And it smells amazing. When she finishes with the candle, she can clean it out and re-purposed the jar (just add another votive candle) or little knickknacks that need hiding.

  8. Martha Stewart Enameled Cast Iron 2-Qt. Round Covered Dutch Oven, Created for Macy's // i’m not that big of a cook, but if you know someone who loves to cook or bake this would be such a great gift for her. It’s such a pretty design and classic.


Something to Read

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Present Over Perfect: Leaving Behind Frantic for a Simpler, More Soulful Way of Living


Where the Crawdads Sing

Educated: A Memior 

Girl, Wash Your Face: Stop Believing the Lies about Who You Are So You Can Become Who You Were Meant to Be



Hopefully y’all found some unique women’s gift ideas from my 25 special Christmas gifts for her! I know I personally love anything that is thoughtful, beautiful, personalized or will make my life infinitely easier. With those gifts in mind, you just can’t got wrong!

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