Edited by Jhalak
Friends are Jewels that are not meant to be purchased but are supposed to be earned with love and care.
The affection you have for your friend cannot be expressed in words but can definitely be shown in the form of gifts.
Though true friendship does not depend on the costly gift items still showering little presents every now and then, it helps to keep the bond alive.
Moreover, when these small gestures are done by someone special like your best one, then not just the gift item but the entire arrangement speaks for itself about the feelings attached to it. Though we always say that no one can know our best friend better than us, when it comes to selecting gifts for best friends, it becomes the most difficult job.
Most importantly, because we are always in search of a better gifts for friends than what we presented the last time. Moreover, the need to keep the surprise element alive in the whole process makes it super exciting and a challenging job.
However, to help you choose the gifts for best friend who is your amazing soul mate, and rescue you from such life testing situations, we have compiled a list to select from.
I hope these options will help you create a crazy yet loving memory with your bestie and yes do never forget to wrap this with loads of hugs and super special smiles!
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Although my favorite among all is Chocolate Box but you must check all of them to make your buying decision.
1. Chocolate Box
Chocolates are known as one of the divine gifts for best friends and to everyone that gives a soulful relishing experience.
Not only its pure ingredients can brighten up your relation with your best friend but also its a cute way to add more strength to your bond by its sweet taste.
Moreover, chocolates are loved by all, whether it’s a male or female, so this is a universal gift that you can order from any of the online websites to make it convenient for you.
Also these can be added to list of best gifts for best friend girl.
Also, to add a personal touch, there are handmade chocolates available in the market, which comes wrapped in stylish packing and has the power to create a magical impression on your friend.
Though chocolates are available everywhere in the market the online websites introduce us with options of buying some premium and international chocolates which are not readily available at local shops.
So, depending on your friends' taste and preference you can purchase the respective kind of chocolate. Following are the kinds of chocolates, you can look for while planning to gift chocolates to your best friends:
2. Home Décor
Chocolates are known as one of the divine gifts for best friends and to everyone that gives a soulful relishing experience.
Not only its pure ingredients can brighten up your relation with your best friend but also its a cute way to add more strength to your bond by its sweet taste.
Moreover, chocolates are loved by all, whether it’s a male or female, so this is a universal gift that you can order from any of the online websites to make it convenient for you.
Also these can be added to list of best gifts for best friend girl.
Also, to add a personal touch, there are handmade chocolates available in the market, which comes wrapped in stylish packing and has the power to create a magical impression on your friend.
Every house is special and it becomes all the more cozy and amazing when it gets decorated with amazing interiors. Your friend would also love to do the same.
A fine quality beautiful interior decorative item can not only make your best friend happy but can bring smiles on the faces of his family members. Also, it is like a family gift, as we generally have great equation with our friend’s relatives thus, you can count it as one best gift ideas for best friend.
Though the range for money is no limit, still depending on our budget we can select from a lamp to the vase or a chandelier. Also, we are mostly aware of the interests and needs of our best friend, so on the basis of the same, we can select the best choice of gift.
Moreover, you must keep in mind that friendship is all about feelings and care, so whatever you purchase, you must present it with loads of warmth and affection. And though one can consider it as one best gift for friend.
Here are a few of the decorative items you can gift:
3. Makeup Kit
Well, this is the best saviour when you are selecting a gift for your female best friend. After all, which girl does not like to be dolled up in beautiful colours of make-up.
Although, make sure that whichever size of kit you buy, you must choose a reliable brand as the quality of the cosmetics is highly important.
Again the particular product can be chosen as per the requirement of your best friend.
Also, you can gift her something that is totally new in the market and you believe it would suit her a lot.
This would not only act as a surprise gift for her but also bring a nice change in her looks and would definitely prove to be one of the best gifts for girl best friend.
You can go for top brands like Huda Beauty, Inglot, A nastasia Beverly Hills, NYX, Maybelline, L'Oréal Paris or MAC. Following are a few of the make- up products, you can choose from:
4. Handbag
Handbags are one of the best possessions of a man and a woman. They not only carry the daily belongings safe and secure but also define the personality and choice of a person.
The bags are available for both men and women, though, for men, we generally have laptops, shoulder or gym bags.
Whether it is for a male or female, bags come out to be the safest option, because they ultimately prove to be a useful gift.
For female, the number of options in handbags is endless and these can prove to be undoubtedly another best gift for girl best friend.
In this, you can not only go for varied shapes and sizes but also choose from a list of high-end brands.
However, you must keep in mind the personal choice and preferences of your friend while selecting the right handbag for him/ her. Following are a few of the type of handbags you can choose from:
You can go for top brands like Huda Beauty, Inglot, A nastasia Beverly Hills, NYX, Maybelline, L'Oréal Paris or MAC. Following are a few of the make- up products, you can choose from:
5. Perfumes
Perfumes are the best accessories to wear. It not only gives your presence a significant acknowledgment but also leaves a sweet-smelling mark wherever you go. In fact, it is a gift that is universally accepted and loved by all, the only difference being its type and varied fragrances.
Though, when you choose a perfume for your best friend, it is super easy as you already know his fragrance and he would never mind owning another bottle of his favourite perfume. Even if you are planning to experiment with a new smell for him, then you must note that men perfumes have little strong smells whereas the female perfumes have sweet and soft fragrances.
Again, the brands play an imperative role in which the quality and the credibility of the product is decided. So, you must invest your money in a branded perfume as the ones with low-end quality can even harm the skin of your friend. Following are a few of the most popular perfumes, you can choose from:
6. Wallets
Wallets not only serve your basic needs but also keep your cards and cash secure in your pockets.
With the variety in the availability of sizes, shapes, and colours, there is bulk in terms of options for the wallets but you must prioritize your choice as per your friend’s likings because you are buying one for him only.
This surely can prove to be one of the best gift ideas in terms of its usage as well it will always remind your friend of you.
Moreover, the gifts which stay with your friends forever, tend to become all the more special and unforgettable.
Additionally, men and women, both categories of wallets can be looked for, in the local stores or at the internet sites. Sometimes, we get to stick with the design of a particular wallet but always be sure about the quality of its leather.
It is also because of its nature of being regularly used, a wallet must possess great quality. Few of the types of wallets, from which you can choose, are:
7. Sunglasses
This is a sure necessity for all time. Whether it’s the winter season or the scorching heat in summer, sunglasses are a must to protect your eyes from heat.
More than the protection of the eyes, wearing sunglasses have become a fashion statement these days.
So, keeping the choice of your friend in mind you can purchase the right frame for him.
Accordingly, you must choose the right brand and colour also, so that you do not have to sacrifice in terms of quality.
If possible, you can also plan out to give a direct gift to your friend by making him choose the perfect fit and paying the bill like a pro.
This would not only make him feel great but also help you make the purchase without any confusion. To help you shortlist the type of sunglasses, here is the list to choose from:
8. Coffee Mug
It is usually said that you generally share your coffee with your best mate only and if you get to sip coffee in the mug gifted by your best friend then there can be nothing better than that.
To some people, it might sound lame but the importance of a mug can only be understood by a tea/coffee lover.
So, if your friend falls under this category also if you are looking for sentimental gifts for best friends, then surely it is the perfect gift for him.
Also, there are options available for mugs which are cute enough these days with personalized messages or images, which adds more personal touch to the gift.
Even the whole idea of gifting can be displayed on the mug and presented to your friend.
These mugs can be bought from local vendors or can be ordered online but just be sure about the material you choose for the mug. Also, black magic mugs are highly famous these days because of the ability of its body to get transformed into a picture when the hot water is poured into it.
Following are types of mugs, you can choose from:
9. Teddy
Teddy bears have always been everyone’s best friend. Whether you are a small kid or a youth, teddies are loved by all generations.
Gifting a teddy bear to your best friend is one more cute way which makes it all the more special because keeping a teddy by our bedside reminds us of them always.
Also, it is the best way to convey your love towards your friend as teddies and hugs are almost synonyms to each other.
Also, it can give your best friend the super-soft company and comfort, when you are not around.
The sizes of teddies can range from an inch to many inches, it totally depends on how much money you want to spend.
Moreover, there are many companies these days making soft toys, so you can check the quality of the product before purchase. Adding on, the colour must be chosen as per the liking of your best friend. To help you a little, the following are the teddies to choose from:
10. Photoframes
A picture speaks a thousand words and gifting one of your best moments captured in a photo frame can be an amazing gift idea for bringing a big smile on the face of your best friend. The size and the type of picture can vary and would mainly depend on the type of photo frame you want to choose.
Also, when you are aware of the house of your best friend, then it becomes quite easy to even locate a place, where she/ he can mount that photo frame or simply place it on a table Moreover, frames are available in various sizes and shapes and according to your budget, you can select from the range.
In fact, Colleges look all the more appealing and memorable when you plan to choose a gift for your best friend. So, you can design a collage by yourself and get it framed from a good shop around to give life to the memories, you both have made together.
Following is a list of types of photo frames you can choose from:
11. Bracelets
This is yet again a very special gift that is meant to stay with your friend forever. Whether your friend is a male or female, you can accordingly buy a best-suited bracelet for him.
It not only adds beauty to their hand but also reminds him of you, time and again.
These bracelets are available in a number of designs in the market, so you can choose from a varied range such as cute and elegant respectively.
Also, you can go for gold or silver bracelet if your budget is a little high or if you have been saving for your bestie for a long time.
Additionally, the gold and silver bracelets stay for life long so if you go with this, then you are basically gifting something that will stay with him for a long time.
Types of bracelets:
12. Mobile phones
Well, this option comes into the picture, when your budget is really high or you are planning to buy a combined gift with another friend.
Though we generally do not like involvement or interruption when it is the case of a special gift for our lovely friend but sometimes, when the budget goes a little high, the option of clubbing can be considered.
The mobile phone can be chosen as per the need of your friend but you must make sure that you buy the perfect phone.
The quality of camera and screen size can be prioritized as per his requirement and the range of phones can be selected for shortlisting respectively.
Even, you can also casually ask your friend, which phone he is eyeing at and which one he would want to buy in a particular range if given an option.
This would make it easier for you to choose the best mobile phone for your bestie.
13. Fitness bands
Health is a top priority these days and a friend is one who takes the first step in maintaining the fitness graph of his best friend.
The fitness band can act as a superb option for your health freak friends or the one who needs to take control of his diet. These bands help us to keep a check on various body parameters.
So, with the help of this precious gift, your friend can manage his wealth and even take note of the steps he has walked throughout the day.
Most importantly, it comes in various price ranges, depending on the brand and type of functions it offers.
The choice of colour and variability in functions can be made as per the health needs of your friend.
However, you must try to invest in a good brand because the gift given should be worth the effort and the quality selected should not below.
14. Backpack
Everyone whether it’s a boy or a girl, a man or a woman, needs a backpack. It is the utmost important thing that we need in today’s life while traveling.
Even in case of carrying a laptop to work, backpacks act as a great source of help. Therefore, gifting any of the latest designs of backpacks from a renowned brand can be a thoughtful gift idea for best friend.
Moreover, if your friend loves trekking then a good quality backpack is the best thing to accommodate all his essential needs. This would not only help him to carry his important things along but would also allow him to travel with comfort while climbing the mountains.
However, when you search for one of these kinds for your friend, then you must keep in mind the size which he would be comfortable with. Adding on, the outer and inner cloth material of the bag should also be checked thoroughly. Following are a few of the backpacks, you can consider:
15. Polaroid Camera
Well, this is yet another very interesting and amazing gift for your friend, if he is fond of taking pictures. This advanced camera helps you to take instant pictures and create memories forever.
So, if your friend is a travel freak or has a great interest in photography, then this can be the perfect gift for him.
Also, it can prove to be an adventurous time pass for both of you, as you guys can also make superb memories, when together.
Moreover, it is a recent introduction to India, so your friend would surely be delighted to see this.
As this is new, so you must do proper research about the technicalities and the quality of the product before finalizing to buy one.
Following are a few of the polaroid cameras, you can choose from:
16. Speaker
This can serve to be the best option if your friend is a music freak. Many people have this hobby of listening to music as a background to whichever work they are doing, all day long.
Also, if your friend has a shop or owns a studio, then speakers can surely be useful, as it will help him to create a positive environment throughout the day and will not let him get bored.
Although, you must make sure that to how high or low, the bass of the speakers should be, as per the preference of your friend.
Additionally, you must check that the voice of the speaker does not break when the volume is raised.
Each and every technicality of the device must be thoroughly verified before making the final purchase. However, you must try to invest in a reliable brand that offers a good number of guaranteed years. Following, are a few of the types of speakers, which you can look as a gift for your best friends:
17. Skincare
Gifting an item that promises to take care of the skin of your best friend not only pampers him but also forces him to take some personal time out.
Today, because of our busy lifestyle, we merely get time for ourselves.
So, in such a case, gifting your friend a quick and easy solution to take care of his skin, can act as a magic treatment for him.
Especially, when your friend is suffering from skin problems like acne or blemishes.
However, you must take notice of the skin type of your friend, before you choose the skin product for him or her.
In fact, there are men skin care products also available in the market so, you do not have to worry if your best friend is a guy.
It even serves a better gift option for him as boys are generally lazy when it comes to their skincare. Few of the type of skincare products, which can be gifted by you, are:
18. Beer Mug
Well, Life is too hectic these days, especially on weekdays!
It is usually the weekends when we get to relax for some time and what can be a better option than having a mug of beer with your besties.
So, here comes a cool option to bring an enchanting smile on the face of your best friend and that is a Beer Mug.
With the increasing fashion of weekend house parties, gifting a set of beer mugs can be a great idea. Also, this option can only be valid if your friend is fond of drinking beer.
Though the beer mugs are generally large still, the preference of size can be asked from your friend, if you are not planning a surprise.
19. Books
Books are a man’s best friend and gifting this special friend to your ultra- special partner is actually a great idea for gifts for best friends.
Books not only introduce you to a world of ideas and stories but also increases your intelligence manifold.
Being a best friend, you already are aware of his interests and likings, so accordingly, you can choose his type of book and gift him.
However, you need to be very sure of the category before you make the purchase. Also, be very selective about the level of writing style and do thorough research before you finalize the book.
Many-a-times the way of expression of a writer does not go well with the readers so it is better to first read reviews about the book you have chosen.
Following are the types of books, you can select from:
20. Watch
Watches tell us the correct time but gifting a watch to your best friend can also help you two become friends for a lifetime. These days, there are a number of watches from different brands that not only tell us time but are actually capable of doing many robotic things.
These are the smartwatches. So, whether you want to gift a smart or a normal watch to your friend, depends entirely on his choice and your budget. Well, whatever you select, you must make sure that the product is of supreme quality and serves the purpose well.
Moreover, the various styles of watches have made it difficult for us to make a certain choice, but with friends who are especially best friends, it is quite easy to judge their likings, so you can make the decision as per their latest crush. Here is a list of watches you can choose from:
21. Headphones
Again, this is one of the most used and popular items that are used by us on a daily basis.
So, if your friend has lost his headphones or damaged his pair, then you can definitely think of buying one of the best headphones from the market.
Most importantly, you should make sure that the headphones are compatible with his phone, laptop, and other computer devices.
Also, headphones come with a lot of smart features these days, so within your manageable budget, you can select the same and gift it to your best friend.
Additionally, if your friend is tech-savvy, then you can buy him the latest model of any good brand but if he is not much interested in high-end technical products then you can simply ask him his choice and buy the same for him.
Following are the types of headphones, you can choose from:
22. Kindle
In this era of high- advanced technology, kindle is a must device to have and if your best friend does not own one, then nothing can beat the credibility and the portability of this gift amongst the items available in the list of gift for best friends.
However, it is useful only if your friend is fond of reading as this is for the online reading of books.
From carrying it easily in a purse or bag to allow its reader to access all kinds of books at one go, is the super special feature that makes kindle highly dependable.
Also, rather than downloading games and other useless apps, it is always better to invest time in resourceful reading and by having a kindle by your side.
It is super convenient to access books anytime during travel or at home. Moreover, your best friend would love to gather knowledge of places and things around the world with the help of readings done at the kindle. To search for the best kind of product, you need to take the help of online mediums or you can consult any of your local dealers to bag the best offer available.
Following are a few kinds of kindles, you can choose from:
23. Virtual Assistant
The advancements in technology have brought us to the stage, where we merely need to work manually as most of the times we are dependent on technical tools.
To add on to the comfort, another new product that has been introduced in the market is Virtual Assistant.
Though it primarily plays songs by taking commands . It actually has the capacity to answer almost every question available on Google.
From locating maps to answering general queries to solving simple math equations, virtual assistants are actually becoming a fashion statement these days.
So, in this race of being fashionable, if your friend is lacking behind, then you can make him a part of this, by gifting a smart and nice virtual assistant by any of the popular brands available in the market.
This virtual assistant will be undoubtedly good choice to be added in the list of best gifts for best friends. Your friend is surely going to love his new communicator.
24. Guitar
Music is what makes our soul happy and instruments like guitars produce divine music which gives us touching experience.
The passion for playing guitar is increasing these days with more awareness among the youth about various musical instruments.
Also, there are many local bands active in every part of the city, which creates amazing songs and tunes, which again is a big reason for the popularity of these immensely beautiful tools.
So, if your friend has been thinking to learn guitar but because of financial problems, he has not been able to buy one, then you can surely bring a million-dollar smile on his face with this kind of best gift for best friends.
Also, you must check on the quality of strings attached and take a technical opinion before you buy one of these precious tools. Following are a few of the types of guitars, you can choose from:
25. Shoes
Now, shoes are something which is loved by all. Having one or two pairs of shoes is never enough for us, especially for the younger generation.
We always want to have almost all types of shoes, whether it is heeled, buckled, open or closed, the shoe rack should be filled with variety.
Same way, your friend would also not mind adding another shoe type to his collection because he must also be a shoe fan.
Moreover, the choice of shoes speak a lot about the personality of the person wearing them, therefore you must assure that the respective type fits his persona.
Thus, this can be a good option for adding in the list of best gifts for best friends. Additionally, do a proper check of your friend’s shoe collection, so that you do not end up repeating a particular type.
If convenient, it is always suggested to make him buy the shoe pair with you only because the comfort level and the size can be immediately judged and acted upon by the person who needs to wear it.
Following are the type of shoes, you can select from:
Hope this compilation helps you in choosing strong and dependable presents for your most precious gem, your best friend.
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