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20 best friend gifts for every budget she will love

The ultimate guide to finding the perfect gift for your bestie this holiday season

By Shazrina Shamsudin - 

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Your best friend is someone you can count on through life’s twists and turns, someone who lifts you when you’re down, doubles your joy and makes every moment brighter. And yet no matter how strong your bond is, finding a gift that truly reflects what they mean to you can be quite the challenge. Whether you’ve been childhood friends or you’ve only connected last year, your best friend deserves a gift that celebrates your bond and shows just how well you know her.

For a more seamless gift-giving experience, ahead, we’ve rounded up some of the ideal gifts to surprise your best friend with that are thoughtful and wallet-friendly.

Under $25

For the best friend who...

...wants to update her sleep sanctuary

Mulberry Silk Pillowcase, $18.95, Amazon

Not only does it feel luxurious to the touch, but this silk pillowcase also keeps your hair soft and smooth - you won’t have to worry about your hair getting tangled in your sleep.

Amazon

...is an overpacker

Samsonite Electronic Luggage Scale, $28.17, Samsonite from Amazon

She doesn’t need to worry about paying for extra baggage the next time she travels.

Amazon

...is streamlining her beauty regime

Matcha Heartleaf Hydrating Cleanser, $8, Krave Beauty from Sephora

This affordable cleanser doesn’t just cleanse your face but it also lifts away dirt, light make-up, and other water-based impurities without stripping your skin, so it stays smooth and supple after each use.

Sephora

...likes to keep it organised

Jewellery Holder Organiser Stand, $14.38, Stitches and Tweed from Robinsons

For the bestie who has a collection of jewellery, she’ll surely appreciate an organiser like this to keep all her treasured pieces neatly in one place

Robinsons

...needs more sleep

Mulberry Silk Sleep Eye Mask, $7.89, Amazon

Your hardworking bestie could benefit from some well-deserved shut-eye and this eye mask might just do the trick.

Amazon

Under $50

For the best friend who...

...can’t live without her headphones

Lilac Swirl AirPods Max Case in Gloss, $36, SkinnyDip

The AirPods Max has a sleek design of its own, but if you’d like to surprise her with something that she can dial up her look with, consider this glossy lilac case from SkinnyDip.

SkinnyDip

...loves collecting figurines

Clear Acrylic Display Case, $43.35, Amazon

This simple acrylic case makes for a perfect centrepiece for her Labubus and other adorable collectable figurines.

Amazon

...is a content creator

Cell Phone Selfie Stick Tripod, $32.99, Amazon

With this handy tripod stand, she can finally go hands-free and create her favourite content, even when she’s on-the-go.

Amazon

...is a workaholic

Monochrome Wave Fuzzy Laptop Case, $43, SkinnyDip

If she hasn’t been answering your texts, chances are she’s deep in deadline mode. For the bestie who’s always working on the go, this stylish laptop case is the perfect gift to help her protect her gear.

SkinnyDip

...enjoys savouring her hot cup of coffee

Hydro Flask Mug, $40, Hydro Flask from Amazon

She’ll appreciate a little something that adds warmth and joy to her daily coffee rituals.

Amazon

Under $150

For the best friend who...

...loves breaking a sweat

Fast and Free Nulux™ leggings - 25”, $114, Lululemon from Net-a-Porter

Whether she’s a pilates princess or a serial spinner, a pair of leggings from Lululemon is one item that your bestie is guaranteed to reach out for time and time again.

Lululemon

...needs to drink more water

Stanley Quencher H2.0 FlowState, $59, Stanley from Amazon

If you constantly need to remind her to drink more water, here’s one way to go about it.

Amazon

...just got a new phone

Casetify Initials Phone Case, $99, Casetify

If she just got the new iPhone, why not surprise her with a personalised case just like this design from Casetify.

Casetify

...is a new homeowner

French Skillet, $129, Circulon from Robinsons

First-time homeowners will welcome just about any kitchen staple, like a French skillet that will become an essential piece of cookware for their everyday meals.

Circulon

...just became a new mum

HEGEN PCTO Essentials Starter Kit, $138, Hegen from Amazon

What better way to surprise your best friend who just embarked on her new motherhood journey than with a breastfeeding starter kit like this popular pick from Hegen.

Amazon

Over $200

For the best friend who...

...is an audiophile

AirPods Pro 2, $349, Apple from Lazada

This pair of earbuds are perfect for those who appreciates some high fidelity audio and want a more immersive listening experience.

Apple

...loves to keep it casual

990v6 Leather-Trimmed Suede and Mesh Sneakers, $288, New Balance from Net-a-Porter

Comfort meets style with New Balance’s iconic pair of 990s. Pair it with a pair of shorts for when you need to run your errands or keep it cool and casual with a pair of jeans and your favourite white tee.

Net-a-Porter

...needs some pampering

Luna™ 4 Go Facial Cleansing & Massaging Device, $218, Foreo from Sephora

This deep cleansing device not only removes all the impurities on your face, but also helps to tone and firm your face, which helps to diminish visible signs of ageing for smoother, fresher, younger-looking skin in a minute.

Sephora

...adores delightful fragrances

L’Eau De Parfum Intense Set (Holiday Limited Edition), $215, Chloe from Sephora

Who doesn’t love the smell of fresh flowers? Within this gift set, you’ll find Chloé’s latest l’eau de parfum intense and perfumed body lotion that are scented with juicy notes of decadent raspberry and layered over the sophisticated aromas of a rose.

Sephora

...enjoys going on an adventure

Off-White Sport Pack Bag, USD$310 (S$410.07), Off-White from Ssense

Whether she enjoys going for a hike or a solo trip overseas, this sport pack bag will be her next best travel companion.

Ssense

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