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Updated April 29, 2024: This article on the best gifts for wives was updated with additional gift ideas after a round of product testing ahead of Mother’s Day. Our editors are currently testing more products for consideration in this guide to the best gift for wives of 2024.
Avoid the annual head scratch when you get to the leading lady in your life on your shopping list: We’ve rounded up the best gifts for your wife that’ll make it easy for you to woo her for Mother’s Day, your anniversary, her birthday, or just because.
When you’re brainstorming the best gifts for women, a few categories probably come to mind. There’s romantic gifts for her, like a flower delivery or a luxury candle; wellness gifts, such as a spa gift basket or a sauna blanket; and classic luxury gifts, like designer handbags and minimalist jewelry.
You can’t go wrong with any of those gifts for your wife, of course. But with so many occasions to treat her to a thoughtful, unique gift, you’ll want to get creative. Ponder her passions and what she does in her day-to-day. If your wife’s head over heels for your rescue puppy, she’ll love a dog DNA test; if your wife is always topping up her cup of coffee, a bean subscription will fuel her in more ways than one. Is she a mom-to-be? A push present is in order — you can’t go wrong with a locket necklace. These creative gift ideas for wives will show you put extra thought into commemorating what you’re celebrating.
Once you’ve settled on a great gift for your wife, the next step is making sure it arrives on time for the special day. Retailers like Amazon, Nordstrom, and Shopbop guarantee delivery within a certain time frame, ensuring you’ll have the surprise ready to go on the special day.
To make your search simple, we’ve perused top retailers and independent brands for the best gift ideas for wives. Review our list of the top gifts for wives that are universally loved and in high demand, as well as hidden gem that’ll make her smile. Ahead, gifts for wives that will earn you the ‘Spouse of the Year’ award on her birthday, this Mother’s Day, or any special occasion.
How We Selected the Best Gifts for Wives of 2024
To curate this gift guide, we researched, tested, and reviewed the best gifts for wives, including ideas for Mother’s Day, birthdays, anniversaries, the holidays, and just because. Many product brands submit special offerings and new releases each week to the WWD Shop team. While sourcing new gift ideas, we also looked at past product reviews and items we’ve tested first hand to make sure we could highlight some of our favorite gift items to consider. Our editors have had hands-on interaction with many of the gifts on this list to evaluate special features and to ensure their quality and value.
WWD Shop editors test and review a selection of the top luxury gifts for wives of 2024. Captured with the Leica Q3 camera.
WWD/Adam Mansuroglu
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Cosrx All About Snail Korean Skincare
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
Cosrx’s Snail Mucin Serum is a celeb- and editor-approved face serum that constantly tops Amazon’s beauty product bestseller lists. With this kit, she can sample that serum and more: It also includes a travel-size cleanser, eye cream, and moisturizer that’s great for packing in her weekender bag. After all, who doesn’t want the gift of great skin?
Price upon publish date of this article: $20.89
BR Home Faux Mohair Jacquard Throw
Banana Republic Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
BR Home offers some of our editors’ favorite home gifts — you can expect high-quality pieces with stunning designs. The Faux Mohair Jacquard Throw, for example, is made of hand-woven natural wool in a tonal pattern that jibes with any décor aesthetic. She’ll love that this top throw blanket is lightweight but cozy for summer movie nights.
Price upon publish date of this article: $150
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1-800 Flowers A Mother Loves with All Her Heart Bouquet
1-800 Flowers Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.0/5 stars
Flowers are nearly mandatory for Mother’s Day, and our editors rate 1-800-Flowers as a top flower delivery service for its extensive range of options that arrive fresh and on time. The A Mother Loves With All Her Heart bouquet is appropriately on-the-nose for May 12, including a mix of pink and white roses, snapdragons, and daisies that will brighten her day.
Editor testing and review notes: “1-800-Flowers has a seamless ordering experience, however what impressed me most was the quality and longevity of the bouquet I ordered. The bouquet I ordered arrived exactly as described online, and the blooms stayed fresh and fragrant for a full 10 days.”
Price upon publish date of this article: $63.99
Blue Nile Petite 7″ Heart Bracelet in 14K Yellow Gold
Blue Nile Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
A Mother’s Day gift your wife will heart this year (and for years to come), Blue Nile’s yellow gold cable chain bracelet with a tasteful heart offers a little touch of lustrous elegance for daily wear. Its versatility to easily pair with other personal jewelry or a minimalist watch makes it well worth the more-than-reasonable investment that shows your appreciation and gratitude on her special day.
Price upon publish date of this article: $310
Tatcha Kissu Lip Mask & Dewy Skin Cream Bundle
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
Trust us: She will swoon over this Tatcha skin care set. It includes two full-size products, both of which our editors adore, including the Kissu lip mask and the skin-softening Dewy Cream. This set is a great gift for wives who are constantly scrolling through Sephora for their next holy-grail skin care product — these bestsellers don’t disappoint.
Editor testing and review notes: “For hydrated, plump skin and lips, this set has it all. The Dewy Cream is a luxurious day and night cream for dry and combination skin types, while oily types can use it as a restorative night cream — you’ll be obsessed with the lush texture. The Kissu lip mask is peerless for fighting chapped lips; it goes on like a rich gel that prevents your lips from getting dry throughout the day. It also imparts mega shine.”
Price upon publish date of this article: $90.90
Kitsch Bar Soap Saver Bag
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
The best gifts for wives don’t have to be big investments — sometimes, a useful goodie can be just as meaningful. This Kitsch Bar Soap Saver Bag is a practical gift for your wife that’ll extend the lifespan of her go-to soaps; the mesh allows the soap to fully dry between uses so she doesn’t have to worry about slippery hands in the shower (or cleaning up residue on the tile).
Price upon publish date of this article: $4.99
Newgo Cooling Gel Cold Eye Mask
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
Nearly 20,000 five star reviews on Amazon back this cooling eye mask as a must-have for conquering headaches, depuffing swollen eyes, and shaking off eye strain. She’ll love to use it after a big night out or a bad night of sleep.
Price upon publish date of this article: $7.99
Gucci GG Marmont Shoulder Bag in White
Gucci Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
A designer handbag is a sure way to woo her on Mother’s Day, and we love that this shoulder bag goes with anything. Gucci’s GG Marmont Shoulder Bag is large enough to fit an iPhone max, a long wallet, headphones, and add-ons like a small journal or a few of her best lipsticks. Plus, a convertible strap allows her to carry this like a crossbody bag.
Price upon publish date of this article: $2,590
Higherdose Red Light Neck Enhancer
Higher Dose Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
Is your wife always hunting for the next best face serum to add to her 12-step skin care routine? Surprise her with HigherDose’s Red Light Neck Enhancer. The LED light therapy mask encourages collagen production, which results in a firmer, smoother, and more even-looking decolleté.
Price upon publish date of this article: $349
Contour Cube Original Contour Cube Facial Icing Tool
Anthropologie Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.7/5 stars
This skin care tool will be her BFF this summer: She can fill it with plain-old water or create a soothing skin care cocktail with water and diced cucumber, then pop it in the freezer for a cryotherapy facial at home. You can find similar options on Amazon, but the Contour Cube tools are the best options for their high-quality, leakproof design.
Price upon publish date of this article: $20
Dior Addict Lip Glow Balm
Nordstrom Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
Ulta Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
Sephora Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
The Dior Addict Lip Glow Balm is a bestselling lip balm for a reason — it delivers plumping moisture and gorgeous sheer colors for everyday wear. Pro tip: Go with Pink if she has fair skin, Rosewood for olive skin tones, or Berry for deep skin tones.
Editor testing and review notes: “I always keep one of Dior’s lip balms in my everyday bag — it’s so softening and imparts a subtle-but-there wash of color. It makes a great gift, too; I pop them in stockings around the holidays and love to tie a little bow on the pretty packaging as a small birthday gift that’s always received with smiles.”
Price upon publish date of this article: $40
Venus et Fleur Mini Le Plein
Venus Et Fleur Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 5.0/5 stars
Flower delivery services are one way to woo her on Mother’s Day; but Venus Et Fleur’s bouquets will outlast the freshest stems. Before they’re packaged in a keepsake hatbox, the blooms undergo a special preservation process that keeps looking — and smelling — like they’re still in the garden for a full year. This special-edition box will look stunning on her vanity.
Editor testing and review notes: “You won’t believe how amazing Venus et Fleur’s flowers smell. Despite the fact that they’re preserved, the flowers smell freshly picked for a full two weeks and last way longer (mine have held on for over a year). I keep this small arrangement on my desk for a pop of color.”
Price upon publish date of this article: $158
Swarovski Millenia Drop Earrings
Swarovski Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.3/5 stars
She’ll be absolutely dazzled by this stunning gift for your wife. Swarovski’s Millenia Drop Earrings are statement gems that look triple the price of what you pay, thanks to the rose gold plating and reflective, octagon-cut gems. Our editors are partial to this pink colorway that’ll pop against her summer whites.
Price upon publish date of this article: $129
Stanley Quencher H2.0 Stainless Steel Tumbler
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
If she doesn’t have a Stanley cup yet, Mother’s Day is the perfect excuse to order her this year’s hottest gift. Known for their ability to keep her favorite sip ice-cold all day, it’ll be a breeze for her to hit her daily hydration goal with this in tow. It’s such a popular gift that it often sells out, so consider yourself lucky to get your hands on this top gift for wives.
Editor testing and review notes: “My Stanley cup comes everywhere with me — as someone who’s always thirsty, this tumbler comes in clutch for its massive capacity and its ability to keep my water chilled for a full 24 hours (or more, if you stock up on ice). I love the slick design and that it fits in car cup holders.”
Price upon publish date of this article: $50
Solawave 4-in-1 Skincare Wand & Activating Serum Kit, Ombre
Solawave Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
If a facial is her favorite way to de-stress, this Solawave skin care tool set will be the best gift your wife receives all year. The Solawave wand offers four modes that help depuff, lift, and brighten the skin — including a red light therapy setting that gives her the benefits of LED light therapy masks at a low cost. This set also includes an activating serum for max benefits.
Editor testing and review notes: “After hearing about so many celebs using Solawave’s skin care tool for red carpet skin prep, I had to get my hands on it. I love that this facial massager is no bigger than a marker for travel and that it’s multitasking — I use the therapeutic warmth setting to massage my face oil on at night and the LED setting to brighten my eyes in the morning.”
Price upon publish date of this article: $189
Minted Meadow Flowers Frame
Minted Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
A personalized gift for your wife is a great way to go for Mother’s Day — particularly when you customize this frame with a photo of your wife and your kiddos, complete with a heartfelt message. Minted’s Meadow Flowers Frame allows you to choose from 13 frame finishes that align best with your aesthetic or the vibe of your ever-growing gallery wall.
Price upon publish date of this article: $88
Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick
Nordstrom Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.6/5 stars
Our editors test hundreds of lipsticks in a year and Charlotte Tilbury’s formulas rank high on our lists of the best pink lipsticks and the best nude lipsticks for everyday wear — they’re hydrating, long-wearing, and deliver incredible color payoff that doesn’t budge. Pillow Talk is the brand’s most universally flattering shade, so go with that option if you’re on the fence.
Editor testing and review notes: “I’ve worn Charlotte Tilbury’s Pillow Talk lipstick for years; it’s my go-to whenever I know I’ll be taking pictures. The neutral pink enhances the look of my natural lip color with a gorgeous non-drying matte finish, and you can easily build it up for more intensity. I wore it on my wedding day, but also swipe it on for casual occasions, like a weekend brunch.”
Price upon publish date of this article: $35
Jonathan Adler Scallop Trinket Tray
Jonathan Adler Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.7/5 stars
If ‘Palm Royale’ is her latest binge, she’ll be obsessed with Jonathan Adler’s Scallop Trinket Tray that features coral and lilac colors. This catch-all is done in a beachy silhouette with an eye-catching pattern — anything jewels she places inside it will gleam.
Price upon publish date of this article: $85
Tata Harper Illuminating Moisturizer
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.6/5 stars
Nordstrom Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
Tata Harper is known for creating luxurious skin care products that are primarily powered by plant-derived ingredients and manufactured in small batches for supreme quality. The Illuminating Moisturizer is a great gift for wives who want an instant glow up — the face cream includes hyaluronic acid to plump skin, plus diamond dust that gives her skin a gorgeous sheen.
Editor testing and review notes: “I have dry skin, so I’m always looking for ways to make my dull skin look hydrated and glowy. This moisturizer delivers that in spades, making me look well-rested and dewy. It gives my skin a filter-like effect that’s gorgeous with or without makeup on top.”
Price upon publish date of this article: $140
Tory Burch Mini Coffret Set
Tory Burch Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.0/5 stars
Did you know that her favorite brand for preppy-cool clothing has a killer perfume collection? This Tory Burch Mini Coffret Set lets her sample each one to choose her new signature scent. It comes packaged in a keepsake box, and we love that each sample is sizable enough to last multiple weekend trips, if she chooses to take them on the go.
Price upon publish date of this article: $70
Irene Forte Pistachio Face Oil
Irene Forte Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 5.0/5 stars
Irene Forte’s Pistachio Face Oil leaves other face oils in the dust — this luxurious skin care product includes a special ingredient called phytomelatonin that encourages skin renewal for brighter, firmer, bouncier skin. The formula also features omega-rich pistachio oil harvested on an organic farm in Sicily. If a European vacation isn’t in the cards this summer, consider this face oil as a worthy stand-in her skin will soak up.
Editor testing and review notes: “I love using this oil for a facial massage before bed — it’s emollient without feeling greasy, and I can count on it to make my skin look radiant by the time I wake up. It has a subtle fragrance that comes from all the plant-based ingredients in the formula, which helps me wind down as it’s become part of my evening routine.”
Price upon publish date of this article: $180
Cuyana Mini Linea Bucket Bag in Stone
Cuyana Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.4/5 stars
One thing her bag rotation is missing? A chic bucket bag she can tote to work, on everyday errands, or for a night out with her BFFs. We love Cuyana’s Mini Linea Bucket Bag for its convenient straps — one allows her to hold it as a top-handle bag, while the other functions as a crossbody. The pebbled leather looks luxurious, but it’s surprisingly durable.
Editor testing and review notes: “I love how minimal and petite this bag looks despite how much it can hold. It’s great for those who are hopping on the double bag trend: I’ll carry my essentials — keys, wallet, phone, and makeup pouch — in this bag with a canvas tote to house bigger items, like my laptop and water bottle.”
Price upon publish date of this article: $298
Swarovski Signum Mug with Lid
Swarovski Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.3/5 stars
This porcelain Swarovski Mug will take her tea time ritual to the next level. Created in collaboration with renowned porcelain brand Rosenthal, it’s the high-quality addition to her everyday routine that she deserves. A major bonus? Despite the crystal-adorned lid, this mug is dishwasher safe.
Price upon publish date of this article: $230
Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler and Dryer in Ceramic Pink and Rose Gold
Dyson Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 3.4/5 stars
Yes, it’s expensive. Yes, your wife needs it. The Dyson Airwrap is considered a magic wand in the realm of hair styling tools for its ability to add waves, smooth frizz, tame flyaways, and create curls without damaging hair. It’s notorious for selling out, and we expect this limited-edition pink and gold colorway to fly off the virtual shelves.
Editor testing and review notes: “The Dyson Airwrap has been my go-to hair tool for over four years, and I’m happy to report that despite bleaching my hair and regularly heat styling it, I’m experiencing way less breakage than I did with previous tools. It’s simple to use for a variety of hair looks — it straightens, curls, and volumizes my hair, depending on the attachment I click in.”
Price upon publish date of this article: $600
Slip White Queen Zippered Pillowcase, White
Nordstrom Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
Give her the beauty sleep she deserves with Slip’s silk pillowcases. Created with 100 percent high-quality silk, the pillowcase will prevent her hair from tangling and her skin from creasing while she sleeps. These top gifts for wives are newly available with intricate, flower-covered initial embroidery that’s begging to be wrapped up for Mother’s Day gifting.
Editor testing and review notes: “I always travel with my Slip silk pillowcase — as someone with hair that’s prone to tangling, I rely on it to for snag-free strands when I brush my hair in the morning. I also notice fewer creases on my skin when I wake up, which is a feat for a side sleeper like myself.”
Price upon publish date of this article: $99
Jonathan Adler Versailles Maze Vase
Jonathan Adler Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.7/5 stars
Green thumbs are optional with Jonathan Adler’s Versailles Maze Vase — it’s just as stunning without flowers as it is with a few blooms tucked inside. Glossy porcelain and a graphic pattern come together for a stunning centerpiece on any tablescape.
Price upon publish date of this article: $325
BR Home Aisling Cylindrical Table Lamp
Banana Republic Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
Earthy hues and textures are a top interior design trend for 2024, and this BR Home lamp is a shortcut to incorporating the aesthetic into your home. She’ll love that this lamp has a simple silhouette that highlights the grain of the wood — it goes with anything.
Price upon publish date of this article: $250
Moma Design Store Italian Ball Candle
Moma Design Store Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
This mind-blowing object isn’t a decorative glass orb — it’s a candle. Created with a special technique that gives the wax a reflective luster, Moma Design Store’s Italian Ball Candle will add a pop of shine wherever she places it. She’ll love this gift for the wife who has everything so much, she might be hesitant to burn it.
Editor testing and review notes: “I keep my Moma ball candle in the entryway to my apartment next to my favorite vase. When I tell you I get so many compliments on it, I’m not kidding — nearly everyone who comes by my place comments on how cute and statement-making it is.”
Price upon publish date of this article: $20
Hatch Restore 2 Alarm Clock
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
The latest alarm clock from popular sleep wellness brand Hatch comes outfitted in gorgeous linen — this helps diffuse the light in your bedroom to make the gradual sunrise feature even more realistic. It’s also equipped with easy-listening soundscapes to help you wind down or wake up without a cacophony of beeps. It’s a luxury gift for your wife — but you’ll love it, too.
Price upon publish date of this article: $200
Coach Coachtopia Ergo Bag in Croc Embossed Leather
Coach Top Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.6/5
Designer handbags are foolproof Mother’s Day gifts for wives, and with the Coachtopia Ergo Bag, you don’t have to shell out thousands to impress her. This chic shoulder bag is crafted with chic croc embossed leather that just so happens to be upcycled from leftover scraps otherwise destined for the landfill. Modern and wearable, the sleek silhouette will complement her outfits in any season.
Price upon publish date of this article: $275
Intoval Charging Station
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
If you’re shopping for a gift for a wife who seems to have everything, we can bet she doesn’t have the Intoval’s Wireless Charging Station. The highly praised dock has room to power up her phone, smart watch, and wireless headphones — keeping her nightstand clutter-free in the process. She’ll wake up with a fully charged battery every day.
Price upon publish date of this article: $45
Dearfoams Sydney Slippers
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
Your wife can shuffle around the house in style with Dearfoams Women’s Fireside Indoor/Outdoor Slippers. These highly rated Amazon slippers are padded with shearling and feature indoor- and outdoor-friendly foam rubber outsoles, so her feet can stay cozy and warm in the living room or on the patio.
Price upon publish date of this article: $50
Ember Smart Mug 2
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
Target Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
With Ember’s Temperature Control Smart Mug, your wife will never have to settle for lukewarm coffee in the morning or tepid tea at night. The connecting smart phone app allows her to set the exact temperature of what’s inside, and keeps it at that exact degree for up to 80 minutes (or longer, if you use the included charging coaster).
Price upon publish date of this article: $103
Cadence Travel Containers
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
Whether she’s type A or simply loves to travel, Cadence Capsules will have your wife looking forward to packing up her favorite face serums, minimalist jewelry, vitamins, and more. These handy travel containers are leakproof and magnetically snap together to stay put in her weekend bag or carry-on luggage. They’re crafted with sustainable materials and are dishwasher safe for easy cleaning between uses.
Price upon publish date of this article: $130
Fullstar Vegetable Chopper
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
Fishing for a useful kitchen gift for your wife? Order up the Fullstar Vegetable Chopper. This Amazon bestseller deftly dices, chops, and juliennes any veggie you throw its way, taking the elbow grease out of everyday dinner prep (and preventing watering eyes when the recipe calls for white onion). Over 70,000 testers award it five stars on Amazon for its durable build and ability to slice through the toughest vegetables, like carrots.
Price upon publish date of this article: $27.99
Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven
If you’re looking for a luxury gift for your wife that’s not jewelry, we have two words for you: Le Creuset. The famed French cookware brand offers pots, pans, and more that last a lifetime (and you’ll get a warranty to match, in the rare chance it breaks). She’ll use it to prep for everything from simple Sunday suppers to holiday feasts.
Price upon publish date of this article: $400
Tory Burch Convertible Stripe Tennis Tote
Up her tennis game with this Tory Burch tote. The roomy canvas tote includes a full-zip interior pocket, as well as a removable attachment to house two tennis racquets. Maroon and navy detailing deliver big on trending collegiate-inspired colorways, making this a great birthday gift for your wife.
Price upon publish date of this article: $398
Touchland Glow Mist Revitalizing Hand Sanitizer Duo Set
Sephora Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
A gift for wives that they’ll actually use, Touchland’s Glow Mist Hand Sanitizer Duo Set cleans hands without drying out skin — hand cream is purely optional after using this gentle formula. Beyond cute packaging and a germ-killing formula, this mist also contains soothing aloe and boasts a lovely rosewater scent.
Price upon publish date of this article: $25
Intelligent Change The Five Minute Journal
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
The Five Minute Journal takes the cake as a top thoughtful gift for wives. Each page contains prompts that encourage a few minutes of mindfulness and reflection, which is a practice that wellness lovers (or those who need a salve for day-to-day chaos) will appreciate. Pair it with a subscription to a meditation app, and this gift will win you major brownie points.
Price upon publish date of this article: $29
Reserve Bar Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage Blanc 2015
A delicious bottle of champagne isn’t just a hostess gift; it’s a great gift idea for the wife who has everything, whether for Mother’s Day or as a 10-year anniversary gift for your wife. Moet & Chandon’s Grand Vintage Blanc 2015 features subtle notes of peach, almond, and jasmine.
Price upon publish date of this article: $95
Ladurée Macarons: The Recipes
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
She doesn’t have to be a professional baker to appreciate Ladurée Macarons: The Recipes. This cookbook doubles as coffee table book-level eye candy, as it’s filled with gorgeous imagery of the famed French bakery’s 80 macaron flavors and the recipes you need to create them.
Price upon publish date of this article: $40
Monica Rich Kosann White Enamel and Vermeil Cushion Locket
This modern locket necklace by Monica Rich Kosann is a luxury gift for your wife that she’ll cherish. With white enamel, gold vermeil, a center blue sapphire, and room for two images inside, it’s a statement necklace that just so happens to be a keepsake. Fill it with pictures of your kids or you two on your wedding day for an A-plus gift for your wife’s birthday or as an anniversary gift for your wife.
Price upon publish date of this article: $685
Victoria Beckham Suite 302 Eau de Parfum
Bergdorf Goodman Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.7/5 stars
With Victoria Beckham’s Suite 302 fragrance, notes of pepper, tobacco, and rose come together for a lovely, leathery perfume for women. She’ll love to spritz this on ahead of date night — it’s one of the best sexy gifts for wives you can find.
Price upon publish date of this article: $200
Cosabella Sanika Italian Nightie
Saks Fifth Avenue Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4/5 stars
Seeking out sexy gifts for your wife? She’ll love Cosabella’s Sanika Italian Nightie. These silk pajamas are made with 100 percent silk and feature gorgeous Italian mesh details near the bust. It’s fitted through the chest and drapes over the hips for a flattering fit.
Price upon publish date of this article: $325
Our Place Wonder Oven
Our Place Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.6/5 stars
With this top gift for wives who love to cook, she can make dinner and dessert from scratch (or reheat leftovers!) in record speed. Our Place’s Wonder Oven is a six-in-one appliance that can toast bread, bake cookies, broil seafood, and roast a whole chicken. Did we mention it’s also an air fryer? Suffice to say that she’ll use it daily.
Price upon publish date of this article: $195
Shark Flexstyle Air Drying and Styling System
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
Hair tools are always good gifts for wives — but the problem is choosing the right one for her. Shark Flexstyle’s Air Drying and Styling System caters to all hair types and styles, so you can rest assured she’ll use it on the daily. The attachments will allow her to curl, straighten, dry, and volumize her hair with the click of an attachment.
Editor testing and review notes: “Shark’s FlexStyle is in a league of its own; there’s no other tool on the market that works as well as a multipurpose styler as it does a classic hair dryer. The only downside to this tool is potential snagging of hair where the attachments meet the nozzle, and the weight that some of the attachments add to the device.”
Price upon publish date of this article: $299
Bandolier Crossbody Phone Case
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
If you’re looking for a unique gift for your wife, you can’t go wrong with Bandolier’s Emma Crossbody Phone Case and Wallet. Blake Lively (a mom of four) was recently spotted wearing the genuine leather phone case-meets-wallet to a soccer match with her family. It’ll keep her essentials close by while freeing up her hands. Lively is just one fan — this case has over 1,700 five-star reviews on Amazon.
Price upon publish date of this article: $76.80
Rokne Pickleball Paddle
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
Saks Fifth Avenue Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4/5 stars
Is your wife the sporty spice of her friend group? Fire up her competitive spirit with Rokne’s Curve Classic Pickleball Paddle, which is available in seven cute colorways. The paddle features a gritty fiberglass head for extra spin, plus a cushioned handle.
Price upon publish date of this article: $90
Zadro Towel Warmer
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
If your wife loves a good luxury women’s bathrobe, do her a favor and surprise your wife with this Zadro Towel Warmer. The modern, sleek device evenly warms up the towels you toss inside, making for an extra cozy exit from the shower. You can use it for throw blankets, socks, robes, and more, too.
Price upon publish date of this article: $133
Uncommon Goods Gardener Tool Seat
If your wife has a green thumb, surprise her this holiday season with Uncommon Goods’ Gardener’s Tool Seat. It includes a whopping 21 pockets to stow her gardening essentials, plus a catch-all interior. The stool-style seat will prevent her from aching knees or a sore back after a day of planting.
Price upon publish date of this article: $48
Embark Dog DNA Test
Whether you just adopted a puppy or count your rescue as a core family member, Embark Dog DNA Test Kit makes an unexpected gift for your wife’s birthday. Simply swab your dog’s cheek and return the sample to Embark in a pre-paid mailer, and you’ll get test results in two to four weeks. Expect a detailed breakdown of your dog’s breed, ancestry information, and a relative finder that could connect you with your pup’s parents and siblings.
Price upon publish date of this article: $159
Kitchen Mama Auto Electric Can Opener
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.6/5 stars
Sometimes the best gifts for wives are practical ones. Take Kitchen Mama’s Electric Can Opener, a number one bestseller on Amazon that testers adore for its ability to make quick work of the trickiest canned foods. She can finally ditch the rusty can opener — this one works magic with the click of a button.
Price upon publish date of this article: $30
Seenlast Candle Warmer
Amazon Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.5/5 stars
This candle gift is genius for the ladies who love to keep a candle burning all day long. Rather than burning from the wick, this tool warms the wax to waft the candle’s scent throughout your home. Not only is it a safer option for those with children and pets; it’s also a way to make her luxury candles last longer, as the warmer burns through the wax slower than a lighted wick.
Price upon publish date of this article: $36.99
Bombas Women’s Gripper Slipper
Slippers for women are always welcome, particularly if you’re looking for gifts for a pregnant wife or a little luxury gift for your wife. And no one does them better than Bombas. These Gripper Slippers are crafted with a wool and cashmere blend to keep toes warm, and a grippy nylon outsole that prevents slips. And their slim profile doesn’t come at the cost of cushioning — these easy-to-pack steppers feel like memory foam underfoot.
Price upon publish date of this article: $27
Clinique Black Honey Almost Lipstick
Ulta Top-Quality Store Badge on Google: 4.8/5 stars
Clinique’s Black Honey Almost Lipstick is an iconic shade — celebs like Liv Tyler, Molly Ringwald, and Courteney Cox have worn it on screen. There’s no need to worry over whether or not she’ll like this top lipstick shade; it’s regarded as one of the most universally-flattering hues for any skin type, as it subtly enhances natural lip color.
Price upon publish date of this article: $25
The Different Kinds of Gifts for Wives
- Mother’s Day gifts for your wife: You can go with classic gifts like flowers, cozy Amazon slippers, or a pair of hoop earrings; or get creative with a necklace featuring the first letter of your child’s name. If she’s absolutely spent, send her off for a massage by giving her a gift card to the spa.
- Luxury gifts for your wife: Great for special occasions like her 40th, 50th birthday, or 60th birthday, these investment items will always remind her of the milestone. Designer tote bags are an option, as are classic jewelry pieces like diamond earrings.
- Romantic gifts for your wife: Show her some love with gifts that tug on her heartstrings. Go with a picture frame with a photo from your wedding day or an heirloom-worthy vase full of fresh flowers. If you want something on the sexy side, you can’t go wrong with lacy black lingerie.
- Creative gifts for your wife: Thanks to retailers like Uncommon Goods and Etsy, it’s easy to order a personalized present online. You can spend hours scrolling through options, but items like a custom notebook, an illustration of your family, or a monogrammed cutting board are dependable options.
- Anniversary gifts for your wife: Lucky for you, anniversary gifts have traditional framework you can play into, like paper for your first anniversary, wood for your fifth, and crystal for your fifteenth. You can, of course, also surprise her with something more modern, like a pair of hoop earrings as a five-, 10-, or 20-year anniversary gift for your wife.
- Push presents: These post-delivery gifts are a must for new moms. Jewelry is a go-to choice; personalize a necklace with the baby’s birthday or birthstone. If you’re opting for something self care-oriented, go with a spa gift, like a plush bathrobe she can nestle in with your newborn.
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Meet the Author
Claire Sullivan is the Senior Beauty and Lifestyle Commerce Editor for WWD and Footwear News. She’s spent over five years researching, reporting on, and writing about the beauty industry for publications like Martha Stewart Living, Martha Stewart Weddings, InStyle, and Byrdie. She’s tested hundreds of products during her time as an editor, so she’s well-versed in selecting the products that make a meaningful difference in your day-to-day life. Sullivan updated this gifts for wives story on April 29, 2024 with new product picks and additional shopping advice.
