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The year I turned 30, it wasn’t as if some seismic shift changed my tastes and interests all at once. But part of getting older is settling into a surer version of oneself. That seemed to throw my family for a loop when the time came to buy me presents. At a point when I’ve already curated so many aspects of my life and home, what are the best gifts for women in their 30s like me? I came to discover that my favorites weren’t the most expensive items (though, sure, we all love a luxury gift), but the ones that were thoughtful investments intended to make my life better—or at least more fun.
As I’ve had the time to carefully pull together an apartment I love and a capsule wardrobe full of pieces I wear time and time again, I’m always touched by a present that shows the giver knows me. A few recent favorite gifts include a new set of ceramic pots and pans to replace my mismatched kitchen collection, a pack of my favorite ultra-soft socks, and a weekend away to relax and replenish. And this may be a personal preference, but I don’t think there’s anything wrong with asking the recipient for anything they’ve been eyeing (or in lieu of that, stalking their Instagram for ideas).
Ahead, I’ve handpicked 30 gift ideas for women in their 30s that celebrate a breadth of hobbies, interests, and styles. There’s bound to be something that feels perfectly suited to the woman in your life you’re busy celebrating.
Upgrade her travel routine with a sleek beauty case that can hold all of her makeup and skincare needs. She’ll never have to worry about spills again.
Make her feel like she’s ready to take on the world with a modern work bag that’s cute enough to carry off the clock.
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