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This post is all about the best unique birthday gifts for your best friend in 2022.
Whether we are buying birthday presents for each other or for our friends, we always seem to run out of fun and unique gift ideas as time goes on.
We thought it would be fun to search the internet for the best birthday gifts to give your best friend in 2022 and look for unique items that they might not ask for, but also be gifts that they will love to receive.
It was honestly so much fun putting this list together, and we can genuinely say that your friend will absolutely love to be gifted any of these items for their birthday.
From the most popular skin care products, to hair accessories, the best work tote, and the best cookbooks, we thought of it all! Here are the 28 best birthday gifts to give your best friend this year!
This post is about the best unique birthday gifts for your best friend in 2022.
28 Best Birthday Gifts to Give Your Best Friend
1. Anja Oil Diffuser
If you’ve heard us talk about our stone diffuser on here, you know how much we swear by it. It makes your home smell so delicious, and naturally purifies the air. This Ajna stone diffuser is a much more affordable diffuser and looks super similar to ours.
It comes in several calming and aesthetic colors, so you can choose the one that matches your girlfriends personality.
2. Tula Skin Care Glow & Get It Cooling & Brightening Eye Balm
We were shocked by the results of this brightening eye balm from Tula. If you or your friend struggles to get up in the morning and needs to look more “alive”, this brightening balm will make you look more awake.
3. Hair Claw Clips
Hair claw clips are super trendy right now. In fact, we are both wearing them as we write this post right now. They are such an easy, yet cute way to style your hair for the day—especially when you have some super cute ones to choose from. Your best friend will love these as a gift!
4. Crossband Fluffy Slippers
How adorable are these fuzzy slippers? Not only are they super cozy, but they look super adorable on. These slippers come in so many cute colors, you’re bound to find a pair that is perfect to gift your best friend for her birthday.
5. Beis Mini Work Bag
When we say that this is the ultimate boss bag, we aren’t lying. Morgan was gifted this bag for Christmas and she will never buy another brand of work bag. It has a compartment for your laptop and different tech accessories, and has plenty of space for just about everything else you love to carry.
This is the perfect gift for the best friend who’s the ultimate boss babe—whether she owns her own business or takes on each day with a purpose.
6. The Convertible Mini Weekender
Ever since we became obsessed with the Beis Work Bag, we’ve been eyeing this mini weekender bag. The bottom compartment zips off, so the bag can easily transition from a travel bag to a hand bag to take to the beach or out on the town.
If your friend loves to take weekend trips or loves to travel, this is the gift for her.
7. Spanx Faux Leather Leggings
These faux flatter leggings from Spanx will seriously transform what you know about leggings. The classic Spanx technology defines your natural silhouette, while the leather finish makes them great for a night out on the town.
8. Barefoot Dreams Blanket
If you haven’t heard of Barefoot dreams, allow us to introduce you to the best blanket in the world! We truly think they have created the coziest blanket on earth. This material is seriously so soft and comfy, you’re never going to want to leave your blanket cocoon.
9. The Comfortable Kitchen Cookbook
Does your best friend love to cook? If so, this cookbook is a great gift to give her! Alex Snodgrass, the author of the NYT Bestseller, The Defined Dish, created this book filled with laid back recipes. These recipes are great for whipping together on a busy week night. You won’t feel guilty about any of them, because they are all healthy and delicious.
10. The Well Plated Cookbook
We are obsessed with this cookbook! It’s been our wish list for a while, because it’s filled with super healthy recipes that are budget-friendly. We love that she created a cookbook where you can find all of the ingredients at your local grocery store, no matter where you live!
11. Veja V-10 Sneakers
Ever since we bought our first pair of Veja sneakers, we haven’t looked back. They are the BEST everyday sneakers. Whether you’re running errands, going on vacation or looking for a cute sneaker for an outfit, these always serve their purpose. They come in multiple colorways, so you can choose the one that’s perfect for your bestie.
12. Glitzy Buble Monogram Necklace
Bubble monogram necklaces are in right now. In fact, it’s one of Hailey Bieber’s staple pieces to wear with just about every outfit. This is the perfect gift to give your best friend!
13. Tiled Margot Monogram Mug
Every girl loves an adorable mug! These are our favorite mugs from Anthropologie, because they are such an adorable design and are customizable to whoever you are giving them to.
14. Latte Bowls, Set of 4
We have a set of these bowls that we were gifted for Christmas. When we say that these are our favorite bowls we have ever used, we aren’t kidding! They come in so many different color combinations, so you can mix an match a couple of colors to make a fun cereal bowl set.
15. Crystal Wireless Charger
When we saw this adorable crystal charger from Free People, we had to include it on our list of best birthday gifts. It comes in an adorable colors that are super aesthetic for a home office, nightstand or living room side table.
16. Boulangerie Jar Candle–Espresso Cookie
We have bought so many candles in our lifetime, and this one is by far the best candle we have ever bought. It seriously makes your house smell like a coffee shop when you burn it. If your best friend loves candles and making her home feel super cozy, this is the perfect gift for her!
17. Modern Monogram Notepad
We absolutely love these monogram note pads! What makes them so neat is that you can customize everything about them—from the size, to the color of the font and the monogram on the top. This is such a unique and thoughtful gift to to give your best friend this year.
18. Fujifilm Instax Square Camera
Does your friend love to take pictures to capture every moment you spend together? If so, this Fujifim Square Instax camera is the perfect gift to give her. We love the vintage look of it too!
19. Blogilates Premium Yoga Mat
We have been doing Blogilates workouts since high school, so when she came out with a line of workout items at Target we had to get our hands on them! This yoga mat comes in an adorable peach color, and is great for Pilates, yoga or mat exercises.
Your best friend will love this adorable yoga mat to workout on! It’s the perfect birthday gift for the fitness guru!
20. Corckcicle 16 oz Coffee Mug Tumbler
We use our Corckcicle every single day! It’s one of the best tiny investments we made. It’s perfect for taking coffee, tea and other drinks on the go! We love all the fun colors and patterns you can choose from as well. Your best friend will love this gift for her birthday!
21. The Dewy Look Glossier Set
Does your best friend love a good natural makeup look? Well this makeup set from Glossier will give her the perfect post-facial glow! It includes a bottle of Futuredew, lip gloss, and their super popular Cloudpaint! Your best friend will be looking so gorgeous on her brithday—welcoming a new year of life!
22. Peach & Lily Eye Patches
We searched the internet for the best and most affordable eye patches, and found these from Peach & Lily. They are make with antioxidant0rich ingredients like spirulina.
These eye patches are so amazing because they hydrate your under eyes—making them look less puffy and brighter! They are the perfect self-care gift for your best friend.
This post is all about the best unique birthday gifts for your best friend in 2022.
23. SKIMS Robe
This robe has been on our wishlist for a year now, because we have only heard amazing reviews about it! The boucle fabric is so soft and cozy, you’ll seriously never want to take it off! It comes in so many gorgeous neutral colors, so you can choose the one that’s perfect for your best friend.
24. Milk Bar B’Day Truffle Box
If you have never had Milk Bar’s truffles, stop scrolling! These decadent dessert bites taste like birthday cake in every bite. They are coated in a very thin white chocolate shell and then dusted with super fine cake crumbs.
If we could get one gift for our birthday this year, this would be it! Not to mention…these delicious truffles can be shipped nationwide!!
25. Snake Plant Laurenti
The Sill is such a great brand for gifting house plants and flowers. We thought this would be a great gift for the best friend that love plants and to bring some light and life into their life.
What’s so great about this gift is that you can choose the pot style, color and the variety of plant you wish to give them.
26. Lotus Bracelet
Mejuri is one of our favorite fine jewelry brands. Their mission has always been to create jewelry for every day, and this gorgeous lotus bracelet is no exception. Not only is it stunning, but it’s the perfect bracelet to wear to work, out on the town or out to Sunday brunch.
27. Floating Gemstone Earrings
If you’re looking for a cheaper jewelry option for your best friend, these gemstone earrings are the best choice! They are so elegant and timeless. Your best friend will be obsessed with this unique gift for her birthday.
28. Double Wall Glassware Collection
Is your friend and avid coffee or tea drinker, but loves the aesthetic look? These double walled mugs are amazing, because you can’t feel the heat on the outside of the mug. They are so adorable and perfect for your morning cup of coffee.
This post is all about the best unique birthday gifts for your best friend in 2022.
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