39 Great Gifts for Your Sister That She’s Guaranteed to Love
Updated: Mar. 09, 2023Need a few ideas for the best gifts for sister that she's sure to appreciate? We've got you covered!
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Gift ideas for your sister
No one knows you quite like your sister does, and chances are, you know her just as well! You know each other’s secrets, hopes, disappointments, and dreams. And when it comes to gift giving, you know what she likes better than anyone. When others may strike out with the wrong color, size, style, or brand, you always know just how to find the perfect gifts for your sister.
Buuutttt, just in case you need a little inspiration, we’ve put together a shopping list of our favorite gifts for sisters, with an eye toward different personalities and passions. So whether you’re looking for best friend gifts, Mother’s Day gift ideas, gifts for her, a gift for your sister-in-law, or just a special way to say, “I love you, Sis,” check out these great gift ideas your sister is guaranteed to love.
Savannah Bee Company Book of Honey
Best for: The foodie
She hasn’t tasted honey until she’s tasted the gourmet products from Savannah Bee. The Book of Honey attractively holds six varieties of sample sizes of honey, including Tupelo, lavender, orange blossom and more. The honeys are perfect for drizzling on yogurt or into tea and give any cheese board a finishing touch, making it a can’t miss gift for your sister.
Nipomo Blanket in Luna
Best for: The outdoorsy type
If she’s the type of sister who is at the beach every summer weekend or often hosts backyard bonfires, this Nipomo blanket is the gift for her. The blankets are designed in Oakland, California by a mother-daughter team and handwoven in their native Mexico. The acrylic, cotton, polyester blend blankets are machine washable and come with a leather strap for carrying.
Garnet Hill Organic Linen Cover Up
Best for: The stylish beachgoer
This gift for sister is the perfect blend of fashionable and functional. The beautiful striped linen cover up from Garnet HIll flatters all body types, and the neutral colors are sure to match all her swimsuits. It comes in navy, too.
Eyeleos Malala Sunglasses
Best for: The conscientious fashionista
These luxe sunnies are for the woman who cares as much about doing good as she does about looking good; the brand donates money to a specific charity for each pair sold. The hand-cut acetate emerald green Malala frames make a stylish statement that can’t be ignored, plus ten percent of the proceeds of each sale of the Malala frame goes to Cancer Research.
Karma and Luck Necklace Balanced Path Necklace
Best for: The happy-go-lucky sister
If she still loves rainbows and believes in the healing power of aligned chakras, she’s sure to wear this dainty necklace every day. The seven enamel evil eyes absorb and reflect negative thoughts and energy to keep her spirit in harmony. The 18-karat gold plated necklace was made in Thailand by Fair Trade artisans and was blessed by a singing bowl, making it a can’t miss gift for your sister. It doubles as a great gift for teen girls, too.
The Company Store Damask Throw
Best for: The design lover
This light damask throw blanket is the perfect gift for the sister who swaps out her throw blankets seasonally. The perfect upgrade for her bed or sofa, this cotton jacquard throw was made in Portugal, measures 50 x 70 inches, and is machine washable.
Nest Bedding Washable Wool Comforter
Best for: The consummate hostess
She has a down comforter in her guest bedroom for those chilly winter nights, but what about for summer? This washable wool comforter is surprisingly lightweight and will guarantee a solid night of sleep for all her summer guests.
Liverpool Jeans The Gia Glider Ankle Skinny
Best for: The eco-friendly fashionista
There’s no fast fashion involved with this gift idea for your sister. From Liverpool Los Angeles’s eco-collection, these jeans are made with innovative technologies that use less water, energy, and hazardous chemicals. Plus the dark, skinny ankle style flatters almost every figure.
Elodie Chain Choker
Best for: The bling-loving sister
If your sister likes to layer on the bling and accessories, you can’t go wrong with another piece of jewelry. This gold chain choker necklace adds instant glamor to any look, and goes great on its own or layered with other necklaces of varying lengths. This would also make a great gift for your mom, too.
Audible Premium Plus Gift Membership
Best for: The sister who loves to read
The only thing better than gifting your sister a great book is gifting her a way to read it on the go. Audible Premium Plus gift memberships offer all the perks of a subscription without the commitment. That means audiobooks to thousands of bestsellers, plus originals you can only get on Audible, sleep tracks, meditation programs, and podcasts. And with a Premium Plus gift membership, your sis will also get an additional title every month from an extended list of bestsellers and new releases not available with a standard Audible subscription. Not sure how long she’ll want to listen? Gift memberships range between one month and one year. Talk about a great gift for book lovers!
Classic Comfort Personalized Luxury Fleece Robe
Best for: The sister who loves to lounge
Among personalized gift ideas, a monogrammed bathrobe always feels like a luxury when received. Plus, it’s a gift your sister will use for years and years, and she’ll think of you every time she snuggles up in it!
Pave Moon Medallion Necklace
Best for: The New Agey sister
This sterling silver necklace is embellished with a sparkling sun and moon—symbols of clarity and intuition. Whether your sister believes in its symbolic properties or not, the necklace is uniquely beautiful, and she’ll think of you whenever she wears it. If this idea appeals to her, the chances are good that she’ll also love these beautiful gifts that give back.
Northside Rainier Camp Slippers
Best for: The outdoorswoman
With their sturdy bottoms and solid construction, these cozy camp slippers can handle the great outdoors. Whether your sister is an avid camper or just needs a pair of slippers for taking out the garbage, this pair of padded slippers will keep her tootsies warm, comfy, and dry.
Car and Driver Dashboard Mount for Smartphones
Best for: The multitasking woman
Want to help keep your sister safe while she’s juggling tasks? Gift her this dashboard mounting smartphone holder and wireless charger. It’s made to hold several different types of phones, and there are no wires to get twisted and tangled. Plus, now she can take your calls while she’s in the car, making it a practical gift idea that also shows how much you care. Don’t miss our other top tech gifts.
Tencel Sheet Set
Best for: The sister who loves to sleep in
Tencel is the newest must-have material for bedding, and these Tencel sheets from Pottery Barn are smooth, breathable, and sleep cool. And she can rest easy knowing they’re made in a fair-trade factory and are free of harmful chemicals. If she lives in a cold climate, consider one of these best flannel sheet sets.
28 Yankee Candle Fragrance Flight
Best for: The scent-loving sister
Does your sister love to keep her house perfumed with candles? Then the Fragrance Flight, a subscription service from Yankee Candle, may be just the thing to light her fire. Each “flight” is a box of three scented candles, delivered every season of the year. Scents selections are tailored to the user’s preferences—this would make a good gift for grandma, too.
Sterling Silver Hammered Ring
Best for: The sister who’s a little bit boho
We love the looks of this sterling silver hammered ring from Starlette Galleria. It’s casual enough to wear every day, but with just enough bling to make it right for a dressy occasion, too. And if your sister is a wee bit bohemian at heart, this fancy-yet-not-fancy ring is a gift for a sister that’s sure to appeal to her.
Lifetherapy Loved Reed Diffuser
Best for: The aromatherapy-loving sister
If your sister loves using aromatherapy to create a soothing environment in her home, she’ll surely appreciate this Lifetherapy reed diffuser in “Loved,” a fragrance that combines notes of bergamot, coconut, and rose. The scent is subtly pleasing and not too strong, and will help make her home a tranquil retreat.
A Donation to Her Favorite Animal Charity
Best for: The pet-loving sister
If your sister absolutely loves cats or dogs—or both!—a great way to honor her love of animals is to make a donation to an animal charity in her name. If she doesn’t already have a favorite, consider Best Friends Animal Society, Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary, or Alley Cat Allies. You should also check out these top gifts for dog lovers.
Great Useful Stuff Cotton Dish Towels
Best for: The sister who loves to cook
Is your sister most at home in the kitchen, whipping up some new gourmet delight or testing out new recipes? If so, she’s probably always reaching for a dishtowel. Hand her these 100 percent cotton dishtowels from GUS, which get more absorbent with every wash. It’s the simple gifts like these that really come in handy!
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Hydrogel Melting Mask
Best for: The sister who appreciates a little pampering
If you really love your sister, you’ll want to help her reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Lancome’s Advanced Génifique Hydrogel Melting Mask is a top seller, and fans say it shows visible results after usage. Plus, sheet masks are just fun—buy a pair, and do one with your sister!
Hat Attack Cashmere Headband
Best for: The sister who wants to stay cozy
Need a stocking stuffer, a birthday gift, or a “just because” present for your sis? Keep her ears warm and cozy with this super-soft, 100 percent cashmere headband, in a light grey color that goes with everything.
DefenAge Body Cream
Best for: The sister who loves beauty and efficiency
If your sister doesn’t like to waste time, chances are a multi-product beauty routine isn’t her thing. That’s the beauty—sorry, couldn’t resist!—of this two-in-one hand and body cream from DefenAge. Its anti-aging ingredients, including niacinamide, smooth dry, crepey skin, and rough hands, knees, and elbows.
Steve Madden Bpossess Crossbody and Belt Bag
Best for: The practical fashionista
Handbags are certainly a matter of personal taste. But if your sister likes to be stylish without flashing ultra-expensive accessories that cost a fortune, this hot pink crossbody bag from Steve Madden fits the bill. We love its look-at-me hue, roomy compartments, and comfy wide shoulder strap that doubles as a belt.
Stripe and Stare Days of the Week Knicker Box
Best for: Literally everyone
More than 2,300 fans have raved about this colorful Days of the Week undies set from London-based brand Stripe and Stare. The “knicker box” comes with eight pairs of super-soft bikini undies (one for each day of the week, plus a spare Fun Day pair), designed by women for women in breathable Tencel Modal fabric with smooth, no-show lace trim. Comes in six sizes, from XS to 2XL, and can be personalized with a name, initials, a shape, or a favorite quote.
Lune+Aster Eclipse Volumizing & Curling Mascara
Best for: The sister who’s a natural beauty
With their vegan, vitamin-infused, all-natural makeup and skin care, indie beauty brand Lune + Aster is loved by legions of fans. Introduce your sister to this ethical, premium line by gifting her their highly-rated Eclipse Volumizing and Curling Mascara. Or splash out a little with their Fabulous in Five! makeup set, which contains some of their top-selling items.
Monogrammed Silk Beauty Sleep Set
Best for: The sister who treasures her zzz’s
If your sister already has soft sheets, the best pillows, and a plush down comforter, all she needs to round out her good night’s sleep is a silk beauty sleep set. This 100 percent pure silk sleep set from LILYSILK includes a pillowcase for smoother skin, a sleeping cap for frizz-free hair, and an eye mask for total darkness and the sweetest dreams.
Lumijé Dial-It-Up Necklace
Best for: The sister who loves fine jewelry
Show Sis she’s a gem with this fiercely elegant diamond dial necklace in 14K from New York-based fine jewelry company Lumijé. The classic pendant, made of 4.5 grams of yellow gold with a circle of 12 diamonds, elevates any outfit—even loungewear—and is perfect for engraving. You can feel extra good about gifting the Dial-It-Up necklace because not only does Lumijé mine and produce their gemstones ethically and sustainably, but they also use 100 percent recycled metals. This is also a gift that gives back: A portion of every sale goes to an international non-profit that helps small women-owned businesses in crisis-affected communities around the world.
Bumble & Bumble Hairdresser’s Invisible Oil
Best for: The sister who likes to keep her locks smooth
Sure, maybe you always teased her that you were the sister with the good hair. Whether that’s true or not, the Invisible Oil line of products from Bumble & Bumble will help her tame flyaways and leave hair shiny and hydrated. It smells great, too!
16 Franne Golde Original Classic Magic Pants
Best for: The professional with the smart wardrobe
Calling a pair of trousers “Magic Pants” takes a lot of chutzpah, but these tailored, stretchy pants from Franne Golde fit the bill. Figure-flattering and ultra-comfortable, we say these pants are one of those must-have gifts for a sister—especially if she’s gone back to the office after a year of WFH!
Longchamp Le Pliage 21-Inch Expandable Travel Bag
Best for: The sister on the go
If travel is a big part of your sister’s life, she’ll thank you every time she packs up this expandable travel bag from Longchamps. The versatile bag is water-resistant, comes in several colors, and holds so. much. stuff. The durable fabric and heavy-duty strap mean she’ll be using this one for years.
Dragon Touch Digital Picture Frame
Best for: The sister who loves to remember favorite moments
There’s a sea of digital picture frames out there nowadays, but we like this one from Dragon Touch because it’s so fast and simple to use. Surprise your sis by pre-loading it with her favorite photos, or get the whole family involved to share precious memories.
Crochet Starter Kit
Best for: The sister who needs a new hobby
If your sis is always keen to take up a new hobby, tell her to get busy and make you a sweater! Get her started with this complete crochet kit, which includes 40 skeins of yarn, knitting needles, and crochet hooks, plus all the other accessories she needs to start turning out socks, sweaters, scarves, and more!
Kitchenaid Artisan Stand Mixer
Best for: The sister who loves to bake
There are planetary mixers, and then there’s the gold standard of planetary mixers, the Kitchenaid Artisan Stand Mixer. Acquiring one of these iconic mixers is an “I have arrived” moment for many a home cook and baker. So if your sister is passionate about all things dessert, show her some love with one of these beauties.
A Trip on the Rocky Mountaineer
Best for: The sister with wanderlust
Go west, young woman! That’s the spirit of the Rocky Mountaineer scenic train trips through the American West. The two-day journeys are deluxe all the way, with great meals, breathtaking scenery, and first-rate service. Why not join her, and make it a sibling getaway?
BioLite AlpenGlow Lantern
Best for: The sister who loves a warm glow
Now here’s a fun gift she won’t be expecting. The BioLite AlpenGlow 250 is a rechargeable lantern that puts out colorful light in indoor or outdoor settings. She’ll use it by the campfire or out on the back patio, or just to set a mood in an interior room. Give it a shake, and the lantern light changes color and speed.
FitBit Versa 2
Best for: The sister who stays in shape
This stylish rose-colored FitBit is a whole lot more than a fitness tracker. It’s also got smartwatch technology, meaning your sister on the run can be notified of calls, appointments, and emails, listen to music, and use other apps, all while tracking steps, workouts, heart rate, and other body metrics. For fitness enthusiasts, it’s a keeper.
Dyson Air Wrap
Best for: The sister who’s serious about good hair days
It’s the mother of all hair styling tools. Just don’t call it a curling iron, because it’s so much more than that! The Dyson Air Wrap is one of the high-techiest beauty accessories out there, with settings and attachments that allow it to curl, smooth, and volumize. Her luscious locks will thank you.
