E! illustration/VIVAIAThere’s no shortage of unique gift ideas, believe me. They’re just difficult to find in the wild! It takes hours of diligent searching and combing through products to find the ones that are just quirky and weird enough to be called “unique.”
While you do still need to know your giftee (bestie, partner, family, etc.) well enough to know what a good, unique gift is for them, we’ve done all the hard work for you and narrowed it down to 16 finds that any 'hard-to-shop-for' person will love.
Discover a pair of comfy and whimsical loafers embroidered with rabbits, a perfume that will make them feel like a vampire in a haunted, chilling castle, an LGBTQIA-inclusive tarot deck, and so much more. These are unique gifts your giftee doesn't already own, and will likely be surprised they ever lived without.
You can trust me, I’m a unique Aquarius tarot reader! So, keep scrolling to shop our picks below.
Unique Gifts For The Beauty Lovers
These are the girlies who are constantly trying new products and adding new steps to their skincare routines. Please don't fret, though, unique gifts exist even for them! From a gorgeous lipstick case and a whole body gua sha to a vampire-inspired scent and a solid fragrance bag charm, these are gifts your beauty-obsessed bestie will probably not have in their giant collection.
CathayanaStudio Floral Lipstick Case with Mirror
This one is for the chic one in your life who exudes an effortless aura, the one who has it all. This vintage-inspired lipstick case is made from golden metal and adorned with floral designs and rich jewel tones on a velvety fabric.
Heretic Parfum Nosferatu Eau De Macabre
Is your giftee obsessed with vampires and horror movies? It doesn't have to be Halloween to wear this shockingly wearable and fresh scent inspired by 2024's Nosferatu. Heretic Parfum is a natural fragrance brand that captures smells that are anything but! With this perfume, you'll smell like a clutched bouquet of violets, the earth after a rainstorm, a sky full of thunderstorms, and a chilling running up your spine.
Unique shoppers say: "Words can't describe how sexy this scent is...But II will surely try. This scent is truly from beyond this world. The scent fluctuates throughout the day. At first it is bright, punky, and then mellows into a soothing yet mysterious and sexy scent that puts people in trances. I've never smelt anything like this, it truthfully smells better as the "wear" of it goes on. I smell better as each hour passes. It is earthy yet bright and electrifying. like an electric stone plucked from the highest mountain skipping across glacier water until it sinks deeper into the earth. Best smelling parfum I've ever smelled."
Gente Beauty Body Gua Sha
You're skincare-obsessed bestie may have a face gua sha (or two), but they probably don't have one big enough for your entire body! This massage tool is meant to promote lymphatic drainage and improve circulation across your arms, torso, and legs. Plus, it pairs perfectly with any body oil for a truly sensational experience.
NOYZ Unmute Solid + Chrome Bag Charm
Another one for the fragrance girlies, but this one is for those of us constantly on-the-go or obsessed with bag charms (it's probably the same person, let's be honest). Indie fragrance brand NOYZ has various gifting-ready kits that pair some of their bestselling solid fragrances with a chrome bag charm (our fave is this amber vanilla scent). It doesn't just look cool and chic, it's also practical!
Unique Gifts For The Style-Forward Besties
To the friend that has it all in their closet! The style-obsessed fashionistas are probably the hardest to shop for, unless you’ve memorized every item they own. While we suggest a little perusal of their dressers, an informal interrogation on their trend opinions, or even straight up asking what’s on their wishlist, below are some style-forward ideas to inspire and start up the gifting process.
VIVAIA Round-Toe Embroidered Loafers (Audrey)
This pair of embroidered loafers is absolutely perfect for those on your list whose hearts are full of whimsy and wonder. Made from recycled materials, the loafers from eco-friendly footwear brand VIVAIA have a variety of animal designs that are just as quirky as your giftee—from dogs and cats to bees and rabbits (our personal fave). Plus, it's machine-washable!
Unique shoppers say: "These are the cutest sweetest little shoes that I get the most compliments on. Not only are they eye-catching, but they are so comfortable, easy to slip on and wear throughout the day. I want a pair of every design! My newest obsession."
Free People Balabonnet
Did you hear bonnets are in? While your style-obsessed bestie might have one of these in their closet, I think you could truly never have too many. You could opt for a vintage find in a thrift store or knit it yourself with love, but this one by Free People comes in six shades and features thicker straps so the bonnet doesn’t blow away in the chilly breeze.
Gap × Sandy Liang Large Clear Tote Bag
If you manage to snag anything from the Gap and Sandy Liang collection, you’ve won in the eyes of designer-loving girly pops. If you’re not sure how your giftee feels about the jackets still in stock, the clear tote bag that features an adorable pink star and the Gap logo from the collection is a fantastic option.
PUMA x Rosé Speedcat Ballet Sneaker
Another trend we’re seeing that hasn’t quite exploded yet is ballet sneakers. From high-end designers to mainstream sneaker brands, there’s plenty of ballet-core sneakers to choose from—still, my heart was captured by this PUMA one. Made in collaboration with Blackpink’s Rosé, it features subtle colors that go with every outfit and laces that pirouette up your calf.
Unique Gifts For The Cozy Home-Body
This one is for the friend you only see once a month or the one you exclusively hang out with at their place. Our dear home-bodies (most likely to be a Taurus) need the softest, most luxurious gifts for themselves and a safe place, A.K.A their homes and bedrooms. Whether it’s a unique eye mask to sleep or a fancy towel warmer, these will become a NEED for them.
Nodpod Gentle Pressure Sleep Mask
Sleepy girlies, this isn't your typical eye mask. Made from a soft jersey material on one side and a plush microfleece on the other, the Nodpod is a weighted eye mask, known for its four-pod design that applies even distribution across your eyes—perfect for both a side or back sleeper.
Hunt A Killer: A Wealth of Murder – an Immersive True Crime Experience
For the true-crime obsessives or game-night hosts on your list, the Hunt-A-Killer board game lets you (and your group of friends) be the head detective on the case to solve a self-contained mystery by going through evidence, solving puzzles, and uncovering motives!
KISSAIR Towel Warmer
As the weather gets colder, there’s nothing better than a hot shower. And yet, the worst is the wave of cold air right before you dry off. With this automatic towel warmer though, all of that is a fading nightmare of winters past. There’s truly nothing more luxurious than a piping hot towel, trust us.
Quince Mongolian Cashmere Plaid Throw
Obviously, a blanket or throw is not a particularly unique gift. But a luxurious cashmere blanket or throw? Now, THAT’S unique! If you know your favorite home-body loves a good natural fiber (and the softest of them all to boot), then this under-$150 find by Quince is a must-have.
Unique Gifts For The Witch In Your Friend Group
Every witchy friend wants more witchy things, that’s just how it is. If you’ve got a witch-curious bestie in your life, you could never go wrong with anything related to spirituality, astrology, tarot, crystals, or magic. Below you’ll find elevated gifts to give to that friend, coming straight from THE witchy friend in my own friend group.
Ash+Chess The Queer Tarot: An Inclusive Deck and Guidebook
As a tarot reader, I can never have too many decks! If you have someone on your gifting list that's tarot-curious or a seasoned reader, this inclusive and colorful illustrated deck by queer couple Ash+Chess is a total must-have.
Ariana Ost Crystal Magnets
Gifting crystals and natural stones to your witchy friends is always a safe bet. We always want more of them—whether it’s clustered with other smooth mini stones or shaped into a beautiful bracelet. I’ve never thought of natural stone magnets! I’d recommend them for anyone, but especially kitchen witches or foodie spiritual girlies.
Common Era Artemis Molten Mini Medallion
If your witchy friend is obsessed with goddesses (or had a Greek Mythology phase in middle school), a necklace honoring their favorite adds a beautiful and unique angle to gifting jewelry. While there’s some jewelry brands doing that online, I will always recommend Common Era—a brand that always delivers on intention, design, and quality. Made from 100% recycled solid 14K gold or 18K vermeil, this mini medallion necklace honors Artemis, the moon goddess of the hunt.
House of Intuition 2025 Aquarius Zodiac Energy Box
Are you more of a gift box girly? Well, Latine-owned and LA-based spiritual shop House of Intuition did all the work for you when they created the Zodiac Energy Box. Pick from any of the twelve zodiac signs, every limited-edition curated box includes a candle, a crystal, a deck, incense, a ritual tool, and more.
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