49 No-Fail Gifts for Women That Definitely Won’t Get Returned

As dermatologist Dr. Carmen Castilla told GQ Recommends, exposing your skin to blue or red light can help with healing acne scarring, hyperpigmentation, and even result in a tighter complexion. This HigherDOSE red light mask is made out of lightweight, medical-grade silicone and has earned high ratings on Sephora from over 8,000 glowing (literally) reviewers.

Help her indulge in some much needed self-care with this targeted skin treatment that comes in a beautifully minimalist jar. Wellness never looked so good.

With a blend of Brazilian purple clay and botanical oils like rosemary and neroli, this trio of hydrating bar soaps will make every bath time feel extra special.

There’s not just one, but six bestselling scents featured in this DS & Durga gift set. They’re all pint-sized and TSA-approved, too, so she can drop them in her carry-on.

The manicure that’ll make her feel like Renaissance royalty.

The small things in life can be the greatest luxuries, and if you nab this bubbly hand soap for her, a quick moment at the sink will be one of them. The ground olive stones in it gently exfoliate hands, while its blend of woody and floral notes leaves them smelling divine.

If she’s yet to cave on the Dyson hair dryer she’s been lusting over, now’s the chance to indulge her fantasies. It comes in punchy colors like bright blue and aqua, and of course, with all the attachments to help her fake a salon blowout.

It’s hard to believe that these iconic blue bottles are a mere six years old, but in that time, this brand has perfected the luxury skincare space in nearly every category. The rich cream—the brand’s thickest, most heavy-duty moisturizer—is one of those slam-dunk gifts that’s perfect for the coldest months of the year.

Though this balm went viral on TikTok mere months ago, we’ve been swiping it for years. On lips, it looks like a wash of crushed berries and somehow pulls off the impossibly difficult task of working for all skin tones—no matter if you have cool or dark undertones—making it a no-fail snag.

Will someone please put this moka pot in the Bauhaus ballet?

This ash wood trio is a cut above the rest when it comes to chopping, slicing, and dicing your ingredients in postmodern style—to say nothing about how great a wheel of brie will look on the aesthetic blobs.

Cakes and pies just taste better with a delectable Sabre tool in hand.

For the woman who isn’t really herself until she’s downed her first espresso of the day, here’s some cheery glassware that will at least help lift her mood when she’s at her absolute groggiest in the morning.

The juicing days of the 2000s are blessedly behind us, but that doesn’t mean that a glass of greens is off the menu completely. We like this easy-to-stash, easy to clean countertop juicer for the moments when a ginger shot is top of mind or a kale lemonade is the only thing that will do.

Hostesses can always use more glassware, and none embodies playfulness quite like a Sophie Lou Jacobsen design.

More than a toaster, this Japanese-engineered do-it-all machine uses steam technology to ensure that last night’s leftovers don’t taste soggy and sad. It comes in three handsome colorways that suit just about every countertop running through our brains.

With this colorful Kinto water bottle in tow, you’ll be coaxed into staying hydrated, while the twist-off top makes cleaning the bottom cavity a breeze.

The kind of terracotta fruit bowl that lets your weekly produce haul be the main centerpiece of the room.

Comprised of salsa macha, raw and unfiltered honey, and olive oil, this set from the Saltburn-esque Flamingo Estate has all the trappings of the perfect gift for the culinary-minded lady in your life.

Coffee here. Coffee there. Coffee anywhere—and we mean anywhere. This travel-ready Aeropress makes a cup that GQ editors stand behind. It’s perfect for a solo shot in the morning or a bunch of cups on the go.

When John Waters said, “If you go home with somebody, and they don’t have books, don’t fuck ’em!” he specifically meant Taschen books (at least according to our headcanon). Cyanotypes is the luxury art book publisher’s love letter to the 19th-century botanist Anna Atkins, who was the first ever woman to use photography for scientific purposes.

Listen, Nara Smith just made gum from scratch. The least you can do is make the bed of the woman you love with one of Parachute’s cult-fave, European-made linen duvet covers.

If status gardenwear is a category she’s invested in, there’s no bigger flex than a Haws watering can. In cherry red, it feels like a little luxury for reviving your house plants.

There’s no shortage of beautifully lensed, healthy Mediterrannean recipes for her to take a whack at in this tome by Pauline Chardin.

This knitted heavyweight blanket will make for a visually striking and cozy throw blanket when it’s not being used for naps.

Handwoven coasters in three happy colors makes an easy sub-$30 gift for the fastidiously clean friend you’re fêting at a housewarming soon.

It’s a tabletop lighter. It’s a sculpture. It’s an ode to the hypnotic appeal of JELL-O, courtesy of designer Edie Parker, and it deserves center-stage placement on your giftee’s coffee table.

Flimsy neon concert earplugs? Tired. Noise reduction earplugs that look like they were designed by Zaha Hadid? Wired. No wonder they have over 27,100 reviews on Amazon.

Health is a journey, and the Oura is a compass. Using biometric data from your sleeping and waking hours, the Oura ring prompts you with suggestions on how to structure your day so that you reap the maximum benefits and consistently feel your best.

The shoe that strikes the balance between cushioning and support is a no-brainer for those interested in upping their step count with breezy fall runs or long strolls around the city.

Perhaps downward dog on a dusty-old yoga mat is getting her down. Upgrade her practice instead with this squishy, yet never slippery mat from Manduka which we’ve tested and heartily recommend.

If sporty to her means courtside tennis seats at the US Open, these Federer x On sneakers (made for serving on clay courts, in a Nadal-like twist) are just the right ace to keep up your sleeve.

Ever since the Metcons launched, we’ve been looking for other shoes that allow us to run fast and lift heavy and the Strongfeel is one of the best we’ve come across. It’s flat enough to not get in the way too much during your strength sessions, but for those doing Crossfit training, you’ll also find some cardio versatility here.

This soft-as-a-dream shorts set is a win-win for your workouts and loungewear alike. Sure, it feels wispy like a cloud, but it’s also moisture wicking so you can take them out on a light jog or cycle.

The right pair of Mary Janes can dress a ‘fit up or down, whether your vibe is cottagecore maximalism or Caroline Bessette-Kennedy minimalism. This pair from Madewell, however, packs a little more punch with its silver-toned grommets and buckle strap.

Traveling season is imminent, and BAGGU’s ultra-lightweight and durable packing cubes will safeguard her intimates and toiletries (while also looking like the reassembled tiles of a Portuguese villa).

Crafted out of European leather in Sabah’s El Paso, Texas workshop, these versatile slip-ons are the perfect house slipper, corner store run shoe, and spring-to-summer transition slide. Only the finest full-grain hides are used to construct the classic mules, which means that these babies will only become softer with time.

Just know that when she slips this robe on, “me time” has officially commenced.

A sleek crossbody bag she can carry on date night without constantly checking if she left it behind somewhere.

Chunky hoops are one surefire, can’t-fail jewelry gift for even the most inscrutable dressers.

A little gold Seiko never hurt anyone.

Imagine the most comfortable, cozy blanket in the world. Now, make that wearable and you have the next-best thing to the cashmere cocoon cardigan, which we’d happily wear in every color it comes in.

This relaxed, oversized striped button-down gives California mom whose life is the plot of a Nancy Meyers film. In which we mean—sign us up. Buy this gift.