Gift-giving can be super fun (it’s a chance to show off how well you know your mates, duh) but it can also be a tad stressful if you’re the type of person who wants to get their gifts *spot on*.
With 2023’s end-of-year festivities coming around a lot quicker than we all expected, we’ve officially hit prime time to start gift shopping. Now, take it from us: the trick to buying the right gift is planning ahead of time and comparing your options online. Whether you’re shopping for the practical pal who prefers useful gifts, eyeballing beauty sets that offer real bang for your buck or strategising your buys based on various budgets, we’ve got a gift guide for every niche.
When it comes to the bestie who always turns up in the most stylish outfits, is on top of all the latest trends and is, quite frankly, a little hard to shop for, here are 20 gift ideas for every budget, from £20 to £250, all hand-picked by me, R29’s fashion editor.
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The best fashion gifts under £20
ASOS DESIGN Padded Headband In All Over Crystal Design, £13 £9.50
For the magpies and sparkle lovers in your life!
ASOS DESIGN Padded Headband In All Over Crystal Design, $, available at ASOS
Oliver Bonas Rosa Light Blue Flower Hoop Drop Earrings, £12.50
Dainty enough to suit all kinds of personal styles, while still offering a special sentimentality.
Oliver Bonas Rosa Light Blue Flower Hoop Drop Earrings, $, available at Oliver Bonas
Joanie Friller Light Wash Denim Detachable Collar, £15
So they can instantly switch up their outfits.
Joanie Friller Light Wash Denim Detachable Collar, $, available at Joanie
Weekday Rib Knit Leg Warmers, £20
If they’re fashion-forward, they’ll know all about the balletcore trend.
Weekday Rib Knit Leg Warmers, $, available at Weekday
DesignB London Lace Scrunchie in White, £10
For the lace-loving friend who has a Good Squish scrunchie on their wish list every year, but not the Good Squish budget.
DesignB London Lace Scrunchie in White, $, available at ASOS
The best fashion gifts under £50
Abbott Lyon Mini Heart Birthstone Ring, £49
When in doubt, personalised birthstone jewellery always wins out.
Abbott Lyon Mini Heart Birthstone Ring (Silver), $, available at Abbott Lyon
Tala Brushed Scarf, £35
A bright winter warmer from one of our favourite brands? Say less.
Tala Brushed Scarf, $, available at Tala
Mango Texas Shoulder Bag, £35.99
Silver accessories are here to stay.
Mango Texas Shoulder Bag, $, available at Mango
String Ting Cupid’s Kawaii Wristlet Phone Strap, £45
Beaded phone straps are the kind of small luxury that feels best when gifted.
String Ting Cupid’s Kawaii Wristlet Phone Strap, $, available at String Ting
Casio LA690WEGA-9EF Watch, £50
A classic watch with a sleek look — plus it comes in silver, too.
Casio LA690WEGA-9EF Watch, $, available at Urban Outfitters
The best fashion gifts under £100
TBCo Cotton Pyjamas in Pink Checkerboard, £95
Nothing beats a new set of luxe pyjamas.
TBCo Cotton Pyjamas in Pink Checkerboard, $, available at TBCo
Steamery Pilo 2 Fabric Shaver, £55
If they love nice clothes, they probably like to take good care of them, too. A fabric shaver will mean they never have to deal with bobbled jumpers again.
Steamery Pilo 2 Fabric Shaver, $, available at Steamery
Byredo ‘Apocalyptic’ Candle, £64
Luxury candles — especially ones that are handmade in France and come in black, mouth-blown glass jars — are a strong choice for someone who seemingly has everything.
Byredo Apocalyptic Scented Candle, $, available at Net-A-Porter
Monica Vinader Talisman Heart Bracelet, £95
An extra luxe, everyday reminder of your love.
Monica Vinader Talisman Heart Bracelet, $, available at Monica Vinader
Hades Alphabet Scarf, £95
Everyone loves a personalised gift and this beautiful handmade-in-Scotland initial scarf is a special gift that will last them forever.
Hades Alphabet F Scarf, $, available at Hades
Stackers Classic Jewellery Box, Set of 3, £95
Level up their jewellery storage (and make their life easier) with this aesthetically-pleasing and practical organising system.
Stackers Classic Jewellery Box, $, available at Stackers
Free People Hidden Hills Maxi Kimono, £88
For the friend who seemingly has everything — do they have a glamorous, Seventies inspired duster jacket to waft around the house in? Probably not.
Free People Hidden Hills Maxi Kimono, $, available at Free People
The best fashion gifts under £250
Ugg Sheepskin Bluetooth Earmuff, £105
These headphone earmuffs are worth it for the person who appreciates good tunes and warm ears.
Ugg Sheepskin Bluetooth Earmuff, $, available at Ugg
New Balance 550, £120
Retro-inspired kicks that will never go out of style (yes, that is a Taylor Swift reference — the 550s were also born in 1989).
New Balance 550, $, available at New Balance
Loveness Lee Alphabet Recycled Silver Necklace, £150
Another personalised gift, this time for the jewellery lover. These uniquely shaped initial necklaces are perfect to celebrate the person you’re gifting, or even the initial of someone they love.
Loveness Lee Alphabet Recycled Silver Necklace, $, available at Loveness Lee
Daily Paper Black Codu Small Bag, £220
Surprise them with a little quiet luxury, from this bag’s sleek design to its chic-but-subtle logo cutout.
Daily Paper Black Codu Small Bag, $, available at Daily Paper
Goddess Charms Amethyst Elemental Crystal Earrings, £110
For your crystal-obsessed bestie.
Goddess Charms Amethyst Elemental Crystal Earrings, $, available at Goddess Charms
Ganni Logo-Print Wool Blend Cardigan, £235
Gift them with a quality knit they’ll get wear out of for many seasons to come.
Ganni Logo-Print Wool Blend Cardigan, $, available at Farfetch
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