They deserve everything—luckily, these gifts provide that. We found the best gift baskets for women, no matter the occasion, their lifestyle or their hobbies.
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The hardest part of gift-giving is zeroing in on the exact perfect item. Do they already have this? Is this what they want? Will they use it, or will this be tossed in a closet? That’s why, in my humble opinion, gift baskets are some of the best presents you can send—as long as they’re tailored to the people receiving them.
“A good gift is not dictated by the cost or size, but rather, the genuine thought that goes into it,” Elizabeth Noel Jones, founder of GiftMeSoul, told us.
We dug into gift basket ideas for women of all ages and interests. All of our selections contain a variety of items, with a range of themes, preferences and prices. There are decadent, traditional gift baskets and gift boxes from beloved brands, so there’s something to suit everyone’s taste, lifestyle and hobbies. And don’t forget a note to personalize your gift!
“It’s important to take a few minutes to think about the person you are gifting and their likes, dislikes, hobbies, lifestyle, aesthetic and taste,” explains Jones. “Adding to this, a handwritten note expressing the sentiments for your gift is also the ideal way to make the gift recipient feel cared for and special.” Keep scrolling for dozens of gift basket suggestions for the women on your holiday shopping list.
Coloring inside the lines (or not) is a great way to relax and destress. For the woman who makes coloring part of her self-care routine, this coloring book gift set is sure to delight. It comes with a handmade book featuring floral or mandala patterns, colored pencils and a pencil case you can personalize with her name. There are even some fun extras, including tea and honey, snacks, a candle and a scrunchie.
You may already know of our affinity for Levain Cookies, but this holiday tin takes the cake (pardon the pun). It’s filled with 8 or 12 cookies in one of six delectable assortments featuring the bakery’s signature cookies as well as some seasonal delights. They all come in this brightly colored tin for a beautiful presentation, although we can’t blame her if she doesn’t notice it at all because these cookies are that good.
Chocolate gift baskets are always a great idea, but this one is especially suitable for the woman with a more sophisticated palate. Beyond Good offers a limited-edition quartet of artisanal Microbatch chocolates, which are slowly crafted using top-notch heirloom cocoa (70% or more). The taste is rich, velvety and delicious. The bars come in a striking zippered raffia clutch handmade in Madagascar.
Bring the flavors of Italy directly to her doorstep with this dinner basket from Uncommon Goods. It’s got everything she needs to prepare a dinner feast for four, including artichoke and lemon pesto, arrabbiata sauce, piccolo pomodoro, cordelle pasta, EVOO with crackers for dipping and dark chocolate salted caramels for dessert. The small-batch ingredients come packed in a woven basket, perfect for taking to the grocery store or farmer’s market.
Make their (holi)day by delivering not one but six delectable desserts to their home. This sweet sampler takes all the flavor of classic desserts—original cheesecake, strawberry cheesecake, key lime pie, chocolate mousse, molten chocolate cake and carrot cake—and puts them into tiny mason jars for delicious single-serving treats. All they need to do is grab a spoon and dig in.
If their favorite kitchen appliance is their slow cooker, this gift basket is perfect for them. It contains all the dried ingredients needed to make spicy chili, pasta fagioli, minestrone soup and and beans and barley soup. Everything is ready to go straight into the slow cooker, making about four servings each.
For the woman who likes to get hygge with it, this gift box is the epitome of cozy comforts. From the socks and candles (you choose the color and scents) to the tea, honey and soft caramels, she’ll have all the ingredients she needs for some relaxing “me time” this winter. You can also include a personalized card to make it extra special.
Turn their next movie night into a party with this popcorn gift set from The Popcorn Factory. Popcorn lovers will immediately dive into the 2-gallon tin filled with butter, cheese and caramel popcorn, but there are even more goodies in this basket. In fact, there are five boxes containing more popcorn in flavors like cookie dough, chocolate and ranch, along with sweet treats like yogurt-covered pretzels, cookies, gummy candies and Ghirardelli squares. The gift tower arrives with a bow on top, ready to impress.
For the woman who takes her morning cup of coffee extra seriously, this sampler gift box of coffee beans from Graffeo is the perfect choice. It contains a trio of fresh roasted whole beans in dark, light and decaf (8 ounces each). To help her brew the perfect cup, it comes with an instructional guide from coffee master Wolfgang Klinker.
For the woman who subscribes to a print newspaper just for the puzzles, gift her this box containing a trio of Sunday Club issues. Each print issue contains challenging yet enjoyable games that require an actual pen or pencil to complete, like the crossword, Sudoku and word search. It’s the perfect way for her to enjoy some screen-free time that’s as stimulating as it is relaxing.
The RunnerBox Gift Box is filled with runner essentials curated by a women-founded team of professional athletes and sports nutritionists. Whether she’s just getting started with running or has clocked many marathons, she’ll love this selection of performance-focused snacks and tools to keep them going.
Coffee and tea often get the attention, but let’s have a moment for hot cocoa. This gorgeous gift set from Harry & David contains everything she needs to set up a cozy hot cocoa bar at home: mugs, hot chocolate mix, recipe cards and a slew of sweet snacks to enjoy, including squares of Ghirardelli chocolate. If you’re feeling extra festive, upgrade to a box with a snowflake snow globe.
If you’re spending time at a friend or relative’s home for the holidays, this hostess set from Olive & Cocoa makes a great gift. The set features pine-scented soap, a soap dish and a white cotton hand towel embroidered with a beautiful tree design. It all comes wrapped up in a beautiful wooden gift box for a lovely presentation.
There are sweet snacks and savory snacks, but for those who prefer a combination of both, yogurt-covered pretzels from Nuts.com is the perfect gift. This gourmet tin is filled with about a pound of snowflake- and tree-shaped pretzels drizzled in red and green stripes, perfect for snacking.
Advent calendars are a unique type of gift basket because they spread out small gifts over days or even weeks leading up to the holiday. Accessory lovers will be thrilled by this Pink Lily gift set , which offers 10 days of shiny surprises to complement any outfit. The box contains four earring sets, two necklaces, two charms, two hair cuffs, a bracelet and a jewelry box.
The ideal gift baskets for women keep us going all day. This gift basket set is stuffed with sweet and salty snacks to answer any craving. Available in three sizes in either a wooden crate or a tote bag, every gift contains chocolate almond bark, white chocolate pretzels and roasted salsa, but going bigger adds in artichoke lemon pesto, coconut raspberry cookies and—we’ll stop there, because we’re getting hungry.
There’s olive oil, and then there’s Brightland olive oil, made with Arbequina olives grown along California’s central coast and pressed quickly after harvesting. In this gift set, it’s paired with raw Champagne vinegar that’s fermented with Valencia oranges, along with California orange blossom honey. It’s one of the most perfect gift baskets for women who appreciate the finer things—especially when those things are condiments.
If they prefer their meals with a little spice, then this gift box packed with Fly By Jing favorites is in order. Each of these spicy gift baskets for women feature the brand’s heavy hitters, like the infamous Sichuan Chili Crisp. And—if that’s not enough heat—it comes with the Xtra Spicy Chili Crisp, which is three times as spicy as the original. There are also options that are sweeter, tangier and a little less hot.
It’s impossible to create a list of gift baskets for women without one that offers a spa-in-a-box. A little self-pampering is always called for, and this relaxing collection features cherry blossom products for a dose of springtime. It includes a pumice stone, body butter, body scrub, body lotion and body wash so every morning and night is instantly more nourishing and serene.
They’re celebrating the miracle of life—you can celebrate them with one of these gift baskets. The box features up to eight full-sized products, and everything is customized based on the new mama’s due date, so they can make the most of the products they receive. These gift baskets for women are available both as one-time gifts or a regular subscription box.
A good cup of coffee makes any day better, and this coffee set will brighten the days of friends hustling to work or always on the road. Each of these gift baskets for women includes a bag of delicious Bean & Bean coffee (I’ve tried several of their blends and have been fans of them all), along with a sloth-adorned tote bag and an AeroPress, so they can make coffee on the go.
Gift them everything they need for a picnic or a very tasty night in. This savory gift crate is filled with gourmet cheese (including goat’s milk and cheddar), smoked salmon, salami and the toppings and crackers every memorable cheese board requires. The delicacies are sourced from the U.S., France and Australia, and each of these gift baskets for women conjures up the sense of an overseas vacation on a plate.
The best gift for people who love books…is always more books (speaking as a professional book lover). Enter the “blind date with a book” gift box, which lives up to the name. Each box includes a mystery book (you select the genre to ensue your giftee will receive something they love) and all sorts of bookish goodies, from keychains to cozy socks to cookies, tea bags, a succulent that will look adorable on their bookshelf and more. It’s not just one of the best gift baskets for women—it’s also a great option as a care package.
This is not your grocery store’s steak. This collection of Porter Road‘s best meats (including pork chops, steaks, ground beef and sausage) stocks your friends’ fridges and freezers with pasture-raised meat sourced from small farms throughout the United States. The taste and quality are unparalleled, sure to be a hit with your meat-loving giftees.
If their algorithm is a solid stream of recipes, then this gift set will help them take pasta night to the next level. Each of these gift baskets for women come with “Pasta Every Day,” a cookbook that will walk them through the art of pasta making and crafting dough, fillings and sauces. They’ll also receive three tools to create ravioli, pappardelle and campanelle-shaped pasta.
We didn’t know snacking could get any better until we saw this gift basket. She can nibble on chocolate chip cappuccino cookies or vanilla caramels if a mid-day sugar craving hits or tomato crackers for something more savory. Each of these gift baskets for women, which come in sophisticated packaging, include a whole host of gourmet treats that say “congrats,” “happy birthday” or “you deserve it.”
The secret to a perfect morning? This charming breakfast gift basket, which features a delectable assortment of baked goods. They can enjoy muffins, apple-filled croissants, danishes, tea bread and more while sipping on a hand-crafted cocktail (or mocktail) thanks to two mixers. We’re sending it to our friends who love sleeping in and who have busy mornings and can use gourmet food delivered to their doorstep.
If your friend is very well-versed in self-care products, this gift box adds an international twist to their relaxation routine. The box is curated with selections from smaller Japanese companies, including a beautiful mug with a stained glass-like pattern, sandalwood incense, multiple face masks, balm with botanical oils, green tea and bath tablets. They’ll be texting you “thank you” from their bath.
You’ll win the crown of best gift-giver when they’re savoring freshly-baked bread in their kitchen (that required minimal prep). With different oils and spreads, this gift set brings Italian vibes to their home. We love it as a thank you gift, a present for your friends who always look forward to the bread basket at restaurants and a treat for new neighbors. The basket that it comes in can easily be repurposed as storage.
Is your giftee gluten-free? No worries. We have gluten-free gift baskets covered.
Some people are harder to shop for, but this gift basket is a gift that nearly everyone can appreciate. It’s packed with delicious pears to enjoy with white cheddar cheese, summer sausage, mixed nuts, crackers and classic caramel popcorn. We love that it’s well-suited for families—there’s plenty to share—but can just as easily be enjoyed solo for gourmet snacking all week long.
If they’re constantly forwarding you lists of the best restaurants, then treat them to this gift box of snacks from James Beard Award-winning chefs from Chicago. They can explore the city through its food while enjoying the creations of culinary masters — think gnocchetti, sriracha honey turkey jerky and chili lime chili crunch (which the brand recommends adding to avocado toast). Don’t worry: There’s plenty more inside to expand your friend’s palette and inspire her own new recipes.
This charming tea gift basket feels like it should accompany her next Bridgerton viewing party or a rewatch of Downton Abbey. It comes with a ceramic tea pot, a teaspoon, oolong tea and English breakfast tea, along with a bevy of sweet goodies including tea cookies, lemon cookie bites and dark chocolate.
If they’re always playing in the yard, this gift set is prepared with their most-needed items. The essential oil soap (which smells amazing) is cleansing and moisturizing, while the hand & body lotion and healing salve will revive dry skin. The pumice stone and nail brush will also get out stubborn dirt after day digging in the soil.
This gift basket is the definition of mindfulness and embracing the present moment. The knitted throw blanket, soy candle and chocolates set the mood for a cozy night in with their notebook, and a stainless steel water bottle lets them bring a reminder of your gift on the go.
Crab cakes, smoked salmon and tuna steaks, oh my! Meet the Seafood Lovers Gift Pack, which delivers a combination of ethically-sourced seafood in pre-portioned packaging. As a lover of food subscription boxes and a born-and-bred Seattelite, I was impressed by Sizzlefish’s quality. And as someone who loves to cook but doesn’t always want to spring for the cost of seafood, receiving it as a gift is my adult equivalent of getting Pokémon cards as a kid.
Return the favor for all of the skincare advice they’ve given you. This gift set from beloved Sunday Riley features an assortment of mini-sized products for some early morning brightening, from cleanser to Vitamin C serum to daily sunscreen. It’ll delight college students looking for a luxe addition to their bathroom cabinet and adult friends looking to add a little extra oomph to their morning routine.
A delicious combination of healthy and indulgent, this fruit and sweets gift basket is for friends who are all about balance. Generously packed, it contains pears, apples, oranges, mandarins, kiwis and a mango (depending on which of the three sizes you choose), along with plenty of delicious cookies, pretzels, popcorn and other snacks that they can pack for a day in the woods or at the office.
The first thing your friend might notice with this gift box is the stunning scent. That’s thanks to a combination of the crystal-adorned candle, the dried floral bundle, the floral fragrance oil and the floral bath salts, along with other soothing, centering items.
You’ll be able to select the fragrance, so you can ensure your giftee gets what she loves most.
Indulge in this decadent selection from a gourmet chocolatier. Within this elegantly-wrapped gift tower, you’ll find an assortment of toffees, 16 truffles and caramels. The ingredients are creative and mouth-watering, from the truffle with ginger, wasabi and matcha to the blood orange caramels with crushed hibiscus.
It’s great for friends with sophisticated tastes or for clients you really want to wow. And, honestly, yourself. This is a treat you definitely deserve.
They always text you about the New York Times crossword puzzle, and this game- and snack-filled gift box should be top of your list for them. They can unwind with mazes, movie trivia and crosswords while sipping chai tea out of their new mug. We love that there are a few other treats, like water crackers and dried lentils (they might also love these soup gift baskets), that they can enjoy at other points in the day.
You can depend on them for a great movie rec. Celebrate their favorite activity with everything they need for a movie night at home. This gift box brings their favorite cinema snacks to the couch, from Reese’s Pieces to popcorn (popcorn popper included!) and red-and-white striped boxes that make it feel like you’ve just come from the concessions stand. After the movie is over, there’s a trivia game to let them test their knowledge.
Pickleball is America’s fastest-growing sport—this gift set lets her get in on the fun. It includes one paddle with an artistic design with a fiberglass surface, three pickleballs, a rally bag and a paddle case cover. This paddle is on the pricier slide, but it comes with a few bells and whistles, including an edge guard for durability and a faux-leather grip that’s meant to resist sweat.
The best thing about gift baskets is that you give a bunch of little things to create more of an experience. For a self-care-themed basket, there will be face masks, body wash, a soothing candle and the like. Foodies will enjoy a wine and cheese night with all the necessities, including a good bottle of red, crackers and accoutrements. The important thing is to choose a gift basket for women that speaks to who they are and what they enjoy.
If you bought a premade basket, make sure it’s gift-ready by adding some colorful tissue paper to the bottom of the basket so it bulks it up. And you can choose a pretty ribbon to seal the cellophane together. If you’re building your own, try to select items in a similar color scheme and pick a complementary bow to bring it all together. It’ll show you put extra effort in, which is always appreciated. Don’t forget to arrange the items so that they stand up nicely and can easily be seen.
Not only is a gift basket a good gift, but it’s one of the best! It shows that you put thought into what the giftee loves and built a basket around it. Even if it was premade, you can personalize it by adding in an extra something, like a glass with their name on it or their favorite bottle of wine. It can also be as easy as adding a pop of their favorite color in the bow to let them know you pay attention.
Of course, you can decide to build your own gift basket. However, consider that you may have to pay more per item and then coordinate delivery. If you still decide to go that route, decide on a theme for the basket, such as a bookworm basket, spa day basket, pasta night basket, sweet tooth basket or something else. Then, explore items to help build an experience around that theme (a reading light for the bookworm, a fresh chunk of parmesan for shredding for the pasta lover, etc.). Remember, the larger the items, the bigger the basket you’ll need.
Kim Bussing is a Taste of Home contributor who has extensively covered gift baskets and care packages for all occasions and has interviewed gift experts to find the perfect present for anyone on your shopping list.
Taste of Home contributor Barbara Bellesi Zito updated this article with additional gift basket recommendations.
