There’s always a good reason to buy your wife a thoughtful gift. Whether it’s her birthday, your anniversary, or another banner occasion, a present for your wife will always be appreciated. If it’s a just-because gift, you’ll score even more points for making her feel extra special — no holiday or special event required.
While your heart is in the right place, it’s not always easy to find a gift that will make her smile and one that she will actually use. We’ve scoured the internet to find the best gifts for your wife. We’ve taken the guesswork out of finding the perfect gift for her that she’ll be happy to receive and cherish for years to come.
Since no one knows your better half better than you, we’ve rounded up a variety of picks to complement her lifestyle and suit her personal taste. There are practical present ideas including travel gifts for women, workout gear, and cool kitchen gadgets, as well as more sentimental gifts like jewelry, floral arrangements, and personalized presents.
If you’re working within a budget, don’t worry — we’ve got you covered. We’ve included affordable gifts for her that your wife will swoon over, whether you prefer ideas under $30 or under $100, as well as a few luxury items that will send her heart aflutter. No matter her style or your budget, let this list of gifts for wives be a handy guide.
Give her a hand with this therapeautic, cordless massager. This electric device helps alleviate pain associated with carpal tunnel and arthritis symptoms.
This 3-in-1 charging hub may not be the most romantic gift, but she's guaranteed to appreciate that it gives her a one-stop place to charge all of her Apple devices.
If your wife enjoys applying makeup and skincare products, this vanity will allow her to put her best face forward. The 21 built-in LED lights will illuminate her beauty and give her an up-close-and-personal look at her unique features.
Your sleeping beauty will thank you for this pillowcase that's designed to keep her skin blemish-free and hair healthy. The silky surface helps hair glide easily, eliminating breakage and damage while sleeping.
Keep her skincare products cool with this mini retro refrigerator. Compact and cute, it can also be used to chill up to six 12 oz. cans of soda. What's more, it's portable for easy, on-the-go use.
Nothing will de-stress your wife like a warm and snuggly plush robe, and this is one she won't stop talking about. Featuring a shawl collar, this fleece-lined robe from UGG is reversible to give her two looks in one.
Oh boy, this coffee table book is a must-have for Disney buffs who want to commemorate the company's 100-year anniversary. Chock-full of interesting facts, rare concept art and photographs, and rich history — this collector's item is a treasure trove for Disney enthusiasts and pop culture fans alike.
If she's into tiny houses, this one is calling her name. She can build her own construction right in the comfort of her home. Perfect for those who appreciate small details, this miniature greenhouse is a must for wives with a knack for crafts and a green thumb.
Serve her morning coffee in one of these, elegant monogrammed mugs. It'll be a keepsake she uses often that reminds her of your thoughtfulness and attention to detail.
Your wife may tell you she's all that and a bag of chips, but can she prove it? With this fun flashback game, she just might be able to. Perfect for a family game night or a wine night with her girls, this card game features over 400 pop culture questions and a 30-second timer for her to put her knowledge to the test.
This dainty, compass-style necklace will show her just how much she means to you. Your love will continue moving in the right direction with this thoughtful, 18K gold-plated piece.
Whether you have your next getaway on the books or need an excuse to plan one, this compact tech case will be warmly received. It includes storage compartments to keep cords and tech accessories neat and in place while on the go.
These hard-to-kill succulents are the perfect plant gift for the wife who wants to spruce up her windowsill, but doesn't have the time to constantly water and prune. All she has to do is water every two to three weeks and make sure the planters have bright sunlight.
Point and shoot cameras have become a novelty in the age of smartphone photography, and this one offers the unique feature of being able to instantly print her photos. It's small enough to slip easily into her purse or pocket, and prints on durable paper that's tear, water, and smudge resistant.
Perfect for milestone birthdays, this beautifully bound book features the New York Times cover of her birth date every year since the one she was born in. It's also customized with her name and date of birth on the front cover for a highly personal keepsake.
Give your wife the gift that keeps on growing with this birth month flower kit. Perfect for the gardener in your life, she'll get the seeds of the flower that matches her birth month along with everything she needs to make them grow. You can also opt to gift her with the flower that represents your anniversary month.
Good sleep will be on the menu with this non-looping sleep sound machine. Available in both black and white, each machine provides 10 fan sounds, 10 white, pink, and brown noise variations, and two ocean sounds for her sleeping pleasure.
When you can't wrap her in your arms, give her a cozy wrap that will keep chill bumps at bay. Perfect for traveling, the soft and stretchy fabric will make her feel as if she's swaddled in a warm cocoon. The best part? It's machine washable.
If she's always texting or scrolling social media on her smartphone, chances are she's also low on battery life. Keep her plugged in with this wireless power charger. With a capacity of 2500 mAh, this battery pack provides an iPhone 14 a quick boost up of to 25% power in 50 minutes.
Sam Lawyer is a lifestyle writer and television producer based in New York City. She’s been contributing to Woman’s Day for nearly five years, and covers a variety of topics from gifting, to health, and entertainment. Her work has additionally been featured in Cosmopolitan, Country Living, and Good Housekeeping. When she’s not writing or producing, you can find her binging her favorite Bravo shows or getting walked by her French Bulldog.
Karla Pope is a longtime writer, editor and blogger with nearly two decades of editorial experience. She’s written for a variety of outlets including Good Housekeeping, Woman’s Day, People, Parade, BET.com. WebMD and more. Her coverage includes entertainment, beauty, lifestyle, parenting and fashion content. If she's not exploring New York City with her two young children, you can find her curled up on the couch watching a documentary and eating gummy bears.