If you’ve hit a brick wall on special occasions or holiday gift ideas to give your mom, grandma, or older women friends then you’ll enjoy this gift guide.
Whether you are looking for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Birthday, Holiday gifts, or Gifts of Appreciation any woman over 50 will love them.
Older women who have spent decades caring for others put themselves last and deserve something special. And, contrary to what is often marketed toward them, they don’t get turned on by hokey or cutesy gifts. So instead of giving her a sweater with a big pumpkin on front of it, think about gift ideas that are more sophisticated and practical.
I’ve personally selected the gift ideas below. As an older woman, I love tasteful and fun gifts that can be enjoyed for a long time.
Why not buy gifts for yourself as well? If you are a woman over 50 these gift ideas are for you too. We all deserve to give ourselves a little treat.
This post was updated on 4/2024.
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What woman does not love chocolate? And this dark chocolate is super special! Macalat Sweet Dark Chocolate has no sugar and contains superfoods like maca, mushroom extract, monk fruit, and organic heirloom Peruvian cacao (70%) It is also blended with cinnamon and vanilla bean. The bars are amazingly delicious and come in a beautiful box of 12.
They are perfect for those on a vegan, Keto, Paleo, or sugar-restricted diet. The brand won the prestigious NEXTY Award in the Innovative Chocolate Category.
Watch my video demo below.
Order Macalat Sweet Dark Chocolate on Amazon, here.
Every woman needs a small evening purse. La Festin sells adorable heart purses that are irresistible! The brand has a variety of sophisticated handbags in all sizes and shapes.
Watch my video demonstrating a La Festin Black and Ivory bag.
Shop at La Festin on Amazon, here.
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These personalized painted jewelry dishes on Etsy are lovely gifts for women to put pieces they wear every day.
Order jewelry dishes on Etsy here.
Grow an amazing indoor garden
Gardyn has stunning indoor gardening kits allowing her to grow produce, herbs, and other plants in the kitchen or other indoor spaces. They work with hydroponics the kits are a beautiful way to enjoy fresh food where outdoor space is limited or non-existent.
Order an indoor gardening kit at Gardyn here.
Music for her ears
Soundpeats Go Free2 Ear Buds are comfortable and have great sound quality. She can zone out to her favorite music, or listen to cool podcasts on her next flight to somewhere exciting!
Order Soundpeats on Amazon here.
Fabulous fashion gift ideas
Every woman loves a gorgeous sweater and Lands’ End has classic and cozy cashmere sweaters that she will love. You can always trust their quality and timeless style.
Is she going on vacation to an exotic location? She will need some snazzy sandals. Dream Pairs makes a wide variety of fun shoes including these Rhinestone embedded Flip Flops.
Order from Dream Pairs on Amazon here.
A beautiful scarf is always in style and takes her look up a notch. This border print diamond scarf from J.Jill is just the ticket and lovely for spring and summer.
Order a scarf from J.Jill, here.
How about a classic watch?
Armitron Watches is an American brand since 1956. The company is known for its affordable yet stylish watches. Armitron Watches offers a wide range of products for both men and women, including sports, classic, and casual watches.
Watch my video demo of Armitron’s classic Tilly design watch available here.
Armitron Watches are known for their durability and functionality. Its watches are made using high-quality materials and are water-resistant, making them perfect for outdoor activities. The brand also offers innovative features such as alarms, chronographs, and multiple time zones. Armitron Watches are practical and fashion-forward, with sleek designs that can complement any outfit.
Does she love the luxurious feeling of silk? What could be as refined? The rhinestone-trimmed pink silk pajama set below is from Lilysilk, which has a large selection of silk products from blouses to bedding. She will feel like a million bucks. All of their items are made with natural fabrics and are sustainable.
Julianna Rae has gorgeous silk pajamas, robes, and lingerie. This sexy and ultra-luxurious silk robe would make an elegant gift.
Order Julianna Rae on Amazon here.
She needs her beauty sleep!
There is nothing more luxurious than satin pillows. Bedsure creates exceptional sleep experiences with its silky and comfortable bed products. These pillowslips come in various colors and are designed to protect her hair and skin from static so she can wake up looking gorgeous.
The smooth surface of these 100% polyester satin pillowcases protects delicate facial hair from scratches, creases, and tugs, and helps to reduce split ends. Satin is excellent for reducing static in hair and is gentle on the skin, ensuring a night of restorative and beautiful sleep.
Order from Bedsure on Amazon here.
Skin Care and Beauty!
She can luxuriate in a shower and enjoy a calming scent with Body Restore Shower Steamers in Dreamy Lavender. Drop them on the shower floor a little away from the main stream or water and their essential oils will titillate her senses.
Order from Body Restore on Amazon, here.
Philosophy has gorgeous clean beauty gift sets that make lovely presents like this shampoo, shower, and bath set.
Order Philosophy on Amazon here.
Help her turn back time by giving her a Nebulyft R1 Anti Aging Device by Rebeccatech. It is designed with the company’s proprietary microRF technology to promote subcutaneous collagen tightening and regrowth. The immediate benefits are smoother skin and wrinkle reduction within 10 minutes and it is safe and easy to use at home.
The device’s sensors scan and analyze the skin beneath and then adapt to different areas of the face to receive optimized RF energy. The device is lightweight and is recommended by top dermatologists.
Make sure to use coupon code NEBU-BABYBOOMSTER for 10% off.
Order from Nebulyft by clicking here.
She can take her skincare to the next level with Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Restore. It nourishes and reduces the signs of aging and is the first anti-aging cream to address age-related lipid loss. Skinceuticals skincare products is recommended by dermatologists.
In 8 weeks she will see:
- 66% improvement in smoothness
- 35% improvement in laxity
- 20% improvement in evenness
- 26% improvement in radiance
- 44% improvement in pore appearance
Order from Skinceuticals here.
With all the hand washing we do these days, a perfect gift for older women with aging or dry hands is a tube of L’ Occitane’s luscious hand cream. She can also enjoy other French provincial hand and body gift sets and gift ideas that are top of the charts in quality.
Order L’Occitane on Amazon here.
If she loves natural fragrances, she may enjoy a bottle of LaVanila’s The Healthy Fragrance in Vanilla Sugarcane. It has a delightful scent that will transport her to the tropics.
Order LaVanila The Healthy Fragrance on Amazon, here.
Does she love to take soothing baths? Caprina, from the Canus Company, makes a luscious bubble bath made out of fresh goat’s milk from Montreal. It is infused with the soothing scent of lavender oil. Or, if she prefers soap she will enjoy it in a bar blended with hydrating shea butter.
The benefits of goat milk are numerous. It helps nourish healthy skin and heals roughness. Because it contains capric and caprylic acid, it balances alkalinity on the skin’s surface.
Gourmet Gifts
Soothe her soul with an organic tea gift
Just about every older woman would adore a gift of organic tea. I love the selection of teas at Art of Tea. They are located in Los Angeles and offer a wide variety of the world’s finest organic teas, and botanicals.
You can order exquisite tea blends from distributors who grow non-toxic teas and treat their employees respectfully.
This award-winning tea Sampler Pack is perfect for any tea lover and will allow her to sample a variety of blends. It includes Green Pomegranate, Tuscany White, Passionfruit Jasmine, and Creme Brulee.
Order Art of Tea Products here.
A must-have appliance for tea lovers
This Chefman electric kettle has a tea infuser for loose tea if she wants to make a whole pot. Watch my video demo of the Chefman kettle below.
Order the Chefman electric tea kettle on Amazon, here.
Who doesn’t like wine, right?
But opening a bottle with a cork can be hard especially if she has sore hands. Corkpops Legacy Wine Bottle Opener takes the cork off in seconds and even takes the label off. It works with a CO2 cartridge that pops the cork like a champagne bottle.
Watch my video demo of the Corkpops wine bottle opener below.
Order from the Corkpops Store on Amazon here
Hydration is so important.
Give her an inspiring Vidl water bottle that you can order with her favorite quote inscribed on it.
Order a Vidl Water Bottle here.
Does she love playing board games?
Boom Again was designed by the creator of Taboo, Outburst, and Super Scattergories, It is a trivia game for Baby Boomers that comes in a cigar box with tokens from the 50s, 60s, and 70s. Participants can either play using the board or ask each other questions from two thick decks of cards on Zoom and call it Zoom-Boom. This hilarious game guarantees to keep everyone laughing, singing, and reminiscing.
I interviewed the creator of the game, Brian Hersch, on my YouTube Channel. Make sure to watch it. He explains exactly how the game works and is a super charming guy.
Order Boom Again on Amazon here.
Is she handy with her hands?
DMC has hundreds of artistic needlecraft design kits that can be enjoyed by a woman or man who loves working with their hands. They are easy to complete because each string of yarn matches colors in the kit so it’s almost like painting by the numbers. Read my review here.
Order DMC Kits on Amazon here.
Gifts designed by women entrepreneurs and artisans
I love supporting women entrepreneurs especially if they have creative products to sell. Below are just a few small businesses owned and operated by women.
Handmade Greeting Cards
Janet Leroy is an artist who is known for painting wildlife and Southwest designs on feathers. She is also my sister! She creates gorgeous original framed paintings, prints, spirit feathers, and these adorable notecards. Order her available works by visiting her Etsy shop.
Order Janet LeRoy Notecards on Etsy here.
Scented Candles
Carol Cassara has an Etsy Shop called A Healing Spirit and designs tools to help people deal with grief. She creates gorgeous healing soy candles made with flower petals and crystals. They are a lovely addition to a relaxation room or to enjoy in your home or office.
Order A Healing Spirit Candles on Etsy here.
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Roxanne Jones says
What a wonderfully well-thought-out collection of gift ideas! I want one of everything! I especially like the spa and wellness gift card–what a practical way to make such a gift accessible wherever your recipient is located. But everything you suggest is truly appealing–thanks for putting together such a great list.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
Spa gifts are my absolute favorite. I’m so glad you like my list. I like to keep it fun!
Carol Cassara says
I am asking Santa for a large bottles of tranquilizers. Actually, I already asked him for some medical marijuana for post-election stress syndrome, and he complied.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
LOL. I don’t blame you Carol. I had a great massage the other day and it helped.
Sue says
Great suggestions here Rebecca. It becomes difficult to think of gifts and I always love receiving a spa or wellness gift that is for sure.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
I hear you, Sue. Anything with SPA attached has my vote.
Helene Cohen Bludman says
You are right — this is the year for relaxation and anti-stress inducing gifts. Thanks for the great list — you’ve given some fabulous ideas!
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
Glad you like them. The more relaxing and fun the better right now. LOL
Lois Alter Mark says
If there was ever a time for relaxation gifts, this is it! What a great selection. I love so many of the products and companies you’ve mentioned.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
You can say that again. Glad you approve of the products I chose.
Carol Cassara says
These are such great ideas. Still!
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
Thanks, Carol. I changed the theme a bit this time.
Tam Warner Minton says
All lovely and thoughtful gifts for discerning women!
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
Thanks so much Tam. Enjoy!
Doreen McGettigan says
This is such a fabulous list! My mother is big on the monthly gifts and I highly recommend the chocolate, wine and tea. And didn’t want the year to end.
klaudia says
I would start with a relaxing bath using your sweet spa gift basket to be followed by lobster surf and turf served on those stunning Christmas dishes 🙂 What a shame that we can only use these pretty items once a year for a very short time. I read above that you have changed the theme? I have not seen the previous one I believe, but I just love your site the way it looks now! Thanks to Carol for getting me to know your blog! I will certainly be back for more. Have a wonderful week!
Naina says
thank you for sharing this information.
nice article and products.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
Thank you. Glad you liked them.
Reena Rawat says
Thanks for sharing great suggestions for gifting Rebecca! Actually Snacks & Spa hampers are my favorite. Besides this Chocolates,,Coffee & flower arrangements would be a nice choice too.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
I’m so glad you liked my gift basket and gift idea choices and good to know what you like too. I love getting feedback from my readers. It helps me choose more fun stuff.
Ellen says
Lots of unique ideas. I’m hoping Santa signs me up for that wine club!
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
I hope Santa does too. Lots of amazing wine, food, and fun stuff.
Darlene says
Awesome list! I am sold on the spa certificates. They can be used anytime of year. I can buy them for others, but I can also treat myself. So versatile.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
I’m so with you, Darlene, spa gifts are my favorites. We all need self-care and a spa visit is the best way to do it.
Karen BakingInATornado says
OMG, you had me at lobster. Then you had me at wine. Then you had me at chocolate . . .. I want them all, and not to give away,, either.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
I know how you feel, Karen. Me too!
Haralee says
I want the lobsters. I have really really been nice all year! A great list for gifts, but if anyone wants to buy me something did I mention the lobster?
Divya Malhotra says
Your blog is just fabulous and my bucket list is now filled with these ideas. But one thing I think you should also include that is finger licking cakes. Online delivery of cake for your loved one can make their day.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
Divya, that’s a great idea. I’m not sure how they’d look in LA if they come all the way from India but it’s worth looking into.
aahna ahuja says
Thanks, Rebecca for sharing such an awesome post… Your gift basket idea is very nice and I love it… Especially the gourmets treats is something you can send a gourmet gift to your loved ones. Once again thanks for sharing such a great post.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
Thank, Aahna. Gourmet treats are always a great gift because we all need to eat.
Grace says
Recently, I ordered a Photo Christmas Cards for my friends by applying Lillian Vernon Coupons availed from MyCoupons. It turned out to be good & got $8 off on each card & got benefited.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
Good for you Grace! It’s always great to use coupons. Thanks, for letting us know.
Mahesh Konanti says
Awesome List very usefull for selecting unique gift thanku for list suggestions.
Krishna says
This list is pretty tight!
Kumkum Dhara Koley says
These are such a lovely gifts ideas.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
Thanks so much! Glad you liked them.
Yathav says
Amazing gift ideas. Thank you so much for sharing.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
Thanks so much! I appreciate your feedback.
Laurie Stone says
Wonderful choices! Some of the chocolate makes my mouth water.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
I agree, Laurie.
Alana says
I just spent the last few minutes exploring Tinggly. I’m at the point where I know what I want and would rather not get a gift item, but, rather, pick something out for myself. Experiences would be perfect for my spouse also, I suspect.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
I think experiences are the best, Alana.
LibraBazaar says
Very nice article and products. you can also check special gifts at LibraBazaar.
Mahie Bakery House says
Wow! Wow! Wow! What a wonderful post! This post helped me a lot on Mother’s Day, I gave my mother in Silpada necklace as gift. Thank you so much for sharing your post
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
I’m so glad you liked the post. I hope your mother enjoys her Silpada necklace.
love 4 art says
I was looking over your article here and found it to be very useful and informative. i was very confusing first what to gift to my mother on her birthday but after reading this blog i am clear now what to gift. gifting premier shopping membership, scrumptious gift basket and skincare and fragance gift sets i found to be very useful gift ideas. thanks for posting this stuff lots of love and happiness from india
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
Thanks for taking a look. I hope you were inspired.
TRONI says
Superb!
Laurie Stone says
Great ideas, Rebecca! Fun going through the goodies.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
So glad you like them, Laurie.
Diane says
AWESOME IDEAS!!!
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
Thanks, Diane. Glad you like them.
Carol Ann Cassara says
I have been a fan of L’occitane shea butter hand cream for decades! It’s always on hand. So to speak.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
It’s the best, Carol. I agree.
Dennis Demchyna says
Thanks!
Rita says
Holiday shopping can be so stressful for many families. I recommend starting early with shopping, making a budget and sticking to it, and looking for ways to simplify celebrations.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
Great advice, Rita. Thanks.
Carol A Cassara says
I still love giving gifts.
Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says
Giving gifts is always fun and rewarding, Carol.
Jennifer says
Love those candles by Carol.