Updated on Aug. 23, 2024
On February 13, celebrate your closest friends with these heartfelt Galentine's Day gifts. From sweet treats to self-care supplies, we have ideas for all of your gal pals. (And don't worry—there are no needlepoint pillows on this list).
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Let’s be real, Galentine’s Day (aka February 13) is the best part of Valentine’s Day celebrations. Even if you have a significant other, it’s equally important to treat your best gals to something sweet. Whether you’re hosting a party or looking for gifts you can have delivered, we rounded up the best Galentine’s Day gifts, like tasty eats, flowers and cozy essentials.
Here’s one of the best Galentine’s Day gifts on our list—especially if your BFF is stressed. These heart-shaped shower steamers contain Epsom salts, lavender essential oil and rose petals for a soothing, aromatherapy experience.
What’s better than a bottle of wine for Galentine’s Day gifts? A bottle of wine and delicious cookies. This treat box comes with one dozen Cheryl’s cookies (aka one of the best places to order cookies online) and a bottle of rosé. They won’t want to share this gift with anyone—it’s that good.
For the far-flung friend, you can’t go wrong with this Galentine’s Day gift box. It’s loaded with all of the necessities for an at-home spa date. Choose from seven box options with themes like “Pamper Me” and “Dreamy Lavender.” Talk about a relaxing Valentine’s Day gift for her!
Brighten up your bestie’s WFH setup with this personalized best friend gift. Just add your names, a quote and a favorite photo, then enjoy your stunning acrylic art. It’s one of the best Etsy gifts under $50!
The origins of Galentine’s Day can be traced back to Leslie Knope, a fictional character on NBC’s Parks and Recreation. Pay homage to Leslie by serving her favorite food, waffles, to your own crew. Dash’s mini heart-shaped waffle maker gets the job done with festive flair. And, thanks to speedy Amazon shipping, it’s one of the best last-minute Valentine’s Day gifts.
Send them a reminder of your love with this delicate Little Words Project bracelet. Everyone needs that little reminder from time to time, and this bracelet makes it easy for them to carry your love every day. The best part is that it encourages the wearer to pass it on when they find someone else who needs a reminder that they’re loved. It comes with a tracking code so they can see where the bracelet travels if they ever choose to pass on these little words.
Sometimes the best Galentine’s Day gifts are luxe wellness essentials, like this lip sleeping mask. It’s high quality yet affordable and lasts for weeks—even months. It keeps her pout ultra-moisturized.
Godiva offers some of the best Valentine’s Day chocolates inside this delicious box of dessert truffles. Gift them to your coworker, mom, neighbor or bestie—the choice is yours. Decadent ganache, awaits!
The plant lady in your life will love this customized succulent gift. Start by picking one of the nine planter styles, then add on a live succulent, candle or deluxe gift box. And, with prices starting under $20, you can afford to get Galentine’s Day gifts for all of your pals at your Galentine’s Day party.
Trust us when we say you’ll never see more beautiful paper flowers in a card. This handcrafted pop-up card from Lovepop looks just like the real deal—and the flowers will last forever!
We know a thing or two about showing love through food. (Just take a peek at these recipes from the women we love!) This recipe binder is perfect for the galentine who loves to cook. Bonus points if you add a copy of your signature dish before gifting.
This one’s for the trendy galentine on your list. This dreamy cup and saucer duo is all over social media—and it’s clear why. It comes in multiple cute colorways, doubles as its own coaster and detaches from the saucer for easy drinking. The hardest part is choosing the color! You can’t go wrong with these TikTok gifts, either.
Have a bestie who journals? The 52 Lists for Happiness journal is about to be their new best friend. It boasts 52 prompts encouraging them to reflect on and transform their lives one week (or day) at a time. BRB we’re ordering one for ourselves. And, with an under-$20 price tag, this is a great budget Valentine’s Day gift option.
Take this as your sign to host a Galentine’s Day pajama party. These bamboo pajamas from Cozy Earth hit all the right notes thanks to their loose-yet-fitted feel and customizable options. Choose from a range of delicate colors and short and long-sleeve options. Girls’ night has never been cozier!
There’s a special wine glass for every leading lady in your life. This series makes it easy to celebrate mom, sisters, friends and more. Each handmade drinking vessel is decorated with stunning colors and is accompanied by a card.
Coffee and chocolate go together like you and your best gal pals. Perfectly paired for the ultimate brewing experience, this coffee and chocolate box is a fun little treat. They’ll get two award-winning chocolate bars perfectly paired with four valentine-inspired coffee blends. It even comes with brew instructions and tasting notes to impress true coffee aficionados. Pair it with these cute coffee mugs.
Why gift a bottle of perfume when they can sample different scents with this perfume discovery collection? It includes a mix of floral, fresh and spicy fragrances that are perfect for everyday wear or special occasions.
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VIA MERCHANTHave a Gilmore Girls-obsessed bestie? This cookbook is about to take their weeknight dinners to a whole new level. It’s filled with recipes featured at the Dragonfly Inn, Emily and Richard’s table and of course, Luke’s Diner. Cheeseburger and fries, coming right up!
Is there a better way to express love than with a beautiful bouquet? It’s one of the most classic Valentine’s Day gifts for a reason. You’ll find flowers for every friend with Urban Stems. They have arrangements with lilies, sunflowers, roses and more. We’re particularly fond of the valentine bouquet. Oh, and if cut flowers aren’t her thing, the brand offers plants and succulents, too. For more, take a peek at these flower subscription services.
Your galentine may shed a few tears when she opens this gorgeous cutting board engraved with the quote: “Friends are the family we choose.” (Just don’t be surprised when she blames it on the onions!)
Ooh la la! She’ll love escaping into this New York City puzzle. Pair it with some bakery bagels for a truly exquisite Galentine’s Day gift.
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via merchantWhether they’re near or far, this “Ice Cream My Love For You” collection is equally thoughtful as it is delicious. It’s the perfect pick me up for galentines who’ve experienced a fresh breakup or just need a reminder of your love.
There’s a pattern for everyone with this Rifle Paper Co. and Corkcicle collab. Choose from a variety of drinkware printed with hydrangeas and other pretty flowers.
This one’s for the accessory queen. A new pair of earrings is guaranteed to brighten your best gal’s day, and Ink + Alloy offers a variety of beaded (and some non-beaded) ear candy. Plus other accessories like necklaces, bracelets and hand bags.
After Galentine’s Day is over, there’s still another month of winter to get through. Make it a little cozier with a chic candle. These bubble candles are all the rage on TikTok (but your gal pal already knew that).
Katie Bandurski is a product tester, shopping editor, and writer for Taste Recipes and Better Homes & Gardens. Her hands-on testing and product review experience includes baking, kitchen tools and cookware, home decor, recipes and cooking techniques and she has published over 2,000 articles on cuisine and cooking tips. Given her experience with such a range of beloved products, she is an excellent candidate to collect the best Galentine’s Day presents.
Madi Koetting leads Taste Recipes‘s social media and editorial team with hands-on experience testing and reviewing products for Reader’s Digest, The Everygirl, Stylecaster, Family Handyman and more. She has reviewed thousands of products in the lifestyle and home sphere, including the best pots and pans organizers, the best smokeless fire pits and even the Bartesian cocktail maker. Given her extensive experience, she is an excellent candidate to help collect the top Galentine’s Day gifts.
Alexandra Mantella, Content Updates Editor at Taste Recipes, updated and contributed research to this piece. She has over five years of experience in product testing, research and commerce writing. Previously, she served as a commerce content update editor at Bob Vila.
In our research, the best go-to Galentine’s Day gifts are flowers, chocolate boxes or something personalized for your gal pal. For example, if your galentine is into fitness, consider a nice new water bottle or a new set of workout clothes.
Just because it is Galentine’s Day doesn’t mean that you have to forego all of the old Valentine’s Day traditions. Consider splurging on a red velvet cake, a box of chocolates and champagne for your Galentine’s Day festivities.
The rules for Galentine’s Day are: there are no rules. Plan out your Galentine’s Day event with your friends or family and add your own special touches to make it your own. You can have every person prepare a themed cocktail, entree or dessert to make it special, or have each person bring a t-shirt to decorate before going out to celebrate.
The sky is the limit for things to do on Galentine’s Day. You can go out, plan a nice dinner, have a themed party, have a self-care night in or even take a trip away.
