Coming up with the best gifts for women (your wife, perhaps, or your mother or sister) can be tough. So here are our three cardinal rules for always getting it right, whether you’re shopping for a dazzling birthday gift or getting a head start on Christmas: 1) Consider her wish list, not her to-do list. 2) Buy from brands and makers whose taste you can trust. 3) Think of what to get her—and then go even bigger. Your loved one is your bright North Star—just follow her lead.
But there may come a time when you need to call in some reinforcements and that’s where we come in to help. Chances are you’ve already discovered there is a pretty big difference between a good gift and a great gift. Yes, a gift card could get her whatever she desires but a well executed, personalized gift is what will truly make her face light up. So make sure the giftee–AKA your best friend and possibly the love of your life–is getting what she really wants: a sign that you really know her.
From shiny jewels and even shinier tech to top-shelf beauty and cozy knitwear crafted from the softest cashmere and wool, we’ve rounded up the best, 100% superior, totally stylish and perfect gift ideas for 365 days of the year. Holidays come and go but you can make any day feel extra special once you’ve come prepared with some of the best gifts for women below.
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