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Best Birthday Gifts for Your Wife That Are Practically Foolproof
Finding the best birthday gifts for your wife can be a supremely stressful endeavor. There’s a lot riding on it (money aside). There’s only one spouse in the house who’s even harder to find the best gifts for than your wife—but this roundup isn’t about you (this one is). Today is all about wowing your better half with a knockout gift that’ll surprise, delight, and instantly remind her why the heck she chose you.
Yeah, that’s a bit of pressure, but with some timely morale and practical support, we know you’ve got this big birthday mission under control. So let’s dig in to these 15 awesome birthday gift ideas for your wife that cover all the bases. These items will elicit that wonderful, smile on her happy day.
Best Birthday Gift Ideas for Your Wife Guaranteed to Please
Artsugar New Light/Pink Moon Diptych by Alyssa DePaola Courtesy Image
1. Artsugar New Light / Pink Moon Diptych by Alyssa DePaola
This calming set of pink moon prints designed by a NYC-turned-California artist doesn’t have to be hung while listening to Maggie Rogers. Any folk accompaniment will do. Proceeds from all ArtSugar purchases support charitable causes, and if these diptychs aren’t for you, there’s a dizzying array of framed prints, canvas prints, and other forms of eye-catching art to choose from on the site. Available in two sizes.
[from $250; artsugar.co]
Maui Jim Hunakai polarized shades Courtesy of Maui Jim
2. Maui Jim Hunakai
We all know that polarization eliminates glare and harmful UV rays. These standout polarized sunglasses take it several shades further. Trademarked lenses offer super-crisp views like she’s never seen. A proprietary memory metal in the frame offers a flexible, lightweight fit that’s far comfier than your average shades. Choose from three colors.
[$330; mauijim.com]
Matouk Monogrammable Cairo Robe Courtesy of Matuk
3. Matouk Monogrammable Cairo Robe
Robe days are the best days. This white and azure queen-of-all-robes channels serious luxury hotel vibes that you can personalize with a $21 monogram option. Made in the U.S. with fabric from Portugal, and crafted from 525 gram long-staple cotton, this robe naturally calls for a plush Cairo bath towel add-on (from $65) that she’ll doubly appreciate.
[from $225; matouk.com]
Arena—a whole gym is hiding in this thing. Arena
4. Arena
Launching this November, fitness buffs (and their savvy spouses) can pre-order this high-tech, robotic strength-training machine that can generate up to 200 pounds of motorized resistance and power up diverse workouts with over 300 movements from its app library. About as compact as a carry-on suitcase, you won’t be wheeling this on an airplane. The Arena is your stay-at-home, workhorse workout buddy. Each unit comes with a straight bar, squat belt, ankle strap, tricep rope, and single-handle grip.
[$1,995, goarena.com]
The Birthdate Book: Phew, Mercury wasn’t in retrograde the day she was born. Courtesy of Birthdate Co.
5. The Birthdate Book
What better way to ring in another trip around the sun than with this divine coffee table tome? Each personalized book provides the recipient with an in-depth view of their astrological birth chart—based on a map of the stars and planets at her precise time of birth. She’ll get lost in over 70 pages of intriguing horoscope analysis. Flip through it together to get a celestial briefing of what’s on the horizon for you two lovebirds.
[$95; birthdate.co]
nutribullet Brew Choice Pod + Carafe Courtesy of nutribullet
6. nutribullet Brew Choice Pod + Carafe
This new release is a java fan’s wide-awake dream. A dual coffee maker that works with single-serve pods and drip brewing, it’s ideal for the woman who likes to mix it up with her morning cuppa. The machine’s sleek, single-stack design plays nice with limited counter real estate, and she’ll also dig that anything goes on the mug platform—from a full carafe to a regular mug to a tall travel cup. Finally, the heat plate keeps a carafe hot for up to two hours, because lukewarm joe is a deal-breaker.
[$140; nutribullet.com]
Minted. Snap Tote Courtesy of Minted
7. Minted. Snap Tote
These roomy, all-cotton totes are designed by Minted’s community of independent artists. Prints range from elegant willow leaves to bold yellow patterns, so there’s something to suit every taste and style. Win bonus “thoughtful husband points” (for free!) by personalizing the tote with a name or initials on a complimentary foil-pressed leather tag.
[$30; minted.com]
Healthy work habits—Victor DC475 High Rise Electric Triple Monitor Standing Desk. Courtesy of Victor
8. Victor DC475 High Rise Electric Triple Monitor Standing Desk
Has your wife been eager to up her WFH game? This ergonomic standing desk lets her convert a sitting or standing workspace with the touch of a button. Lightweight and wheeled, the desk can easily move around the house to change the scenery or Zoom background. A safety sensor stops on a dime when obstacles are detected under the desk.
[$450; victortech.com]
MADI Apparel Bamboo Lounge Set MADI Apparel
9. MADI Apparel Bamboo Lounge Set
MADI doesn’t just make elegant, eco-friendly apparel for perfecting the fine art of lounging—the company also makes a point of having a conscience. Every purchase of Make a Difference Apparel includes a charitable donation to women in need. Made in the U.S. from (say-it-ten-times-fast) self-wicking, quick-drying antimicrobial bamboo viscose, these fabrics are wrinkle-resistant and (we’re told) 100% biodegradable and compostable. But, really, who’s gonna be parting with these pajamas for a greater yield of tomatoes? This chic and comfy set can be custom-dyed or monogrammed.
[$148; madiapparel.com]
Google Pixel Buds A-Series Courtesy Image
10. Google Pixel Buds A-Series
Is your wife still using wire headphones or a crummy pair of free earbuds she scored from some corporate swag bag? If so, shame on both of you. Pixel’s newest earbuds deliver stellar audio without breaking the bank and offer comfortable fit and real-time translation in 40 languages via Google Assistant. The buds provide five hours of play-time (24 hours with the charging case) and are water- and sweat-resistant. The real challenge here: buying a pair for her without getting a second one for yourself.
[$100; store.google.com]
Sleep Number 360 i8 Smart Bed Courtesy of Sleep Number
11. Sleep Number 360 i8 Smart Bed
Whoever came up with the term “never to go bed angry” probably never had to share a bed with anyone. Put all sleepless quarrels to rest with this high-tech mattress that boasts pressure-relieving layers and a temperature balancing sleep surface to maintain the best customized, side-unique climate for couples. According to research, sleepers who routinely use their 360 smart bed features and proprietary SleepIQ technology insights can improve sleep duration by about 100 hours annually. As the official sleep and wellness partner of the NFL (yes, there is one), Sleep Number handles recovering athletes so the two of you should be a slumberous snap.
[$3,000 for Queen; sleepnumber.com]
Oishii Omakase Berries. No chocolate dipping needed. Courtesy of Oishii
12. Oishii Omakase Berries
Attention fruit-loving residents of Manhattan, Brooklyn, and New Jersey, this superb gourmet berry’s for you. This Japanese Omakase varietal known for its sweetness, creamy texture, and aroma, is unlike any berry you’ve ever slowly savored. A starring ingredient at Michelin restaurants like Atomix, L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon, Masa, and Atera, the exquisite fruit can cap off a very special occasion at home too—with or without a suggested glass of Japanese whisky.
[from $50; oishii.com]
Vana Chupp Studio Handwriting Pieces Courtesy of Vana Chupp Studio
13. Vana Chupp Studio Handwriting Pieces
She says she doesn’t want jewelry, but she always wants jewelry. The workaround? Up the sentimental quotient by getting it engraved with handwritten words from loved ones. Whether you go for a bar necklace, large medallion charm, or silhouette charm necklace (based on your own photos) these pieces are instant heirlooms with whimsy.
[from $95; vanachuppstudio.com]
Sensate—easy zzzz’s on the fly. Courtesy of Sensate
14. Sensate
And now we de-stress. Even if she can only spare 10 minutes, this app-supported relaxation device puts a daily self-care ritual right in the palm of her … sternum (where the gizmo rests). An immersive relaxation journey awaits, complete with sonic frequencies through the chest-resting Sensate device which works with headphones. Soundscapes range from nature to “guided breath work”—providing a much-needed extended moment of zen whenever she needs it.
[$249; sensate.com]
Tea + Linen Courtesy of Tea + Linen
15. Tea + Linen
Whether it’s a set of playful “Joy” napkin rings or a statement-making marble and gold rim dinnerware set, this globally-inspired line of home goods will assure her that these sort of things are important to you (y’know, because they’re important to her). From elegant coffee cups to fun throw pillows, you won’t be needing us to remind you to bookmark this site for holiday shopping in the next couple of months.
[prices vary; teaandline.com]
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