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Best Gifts for Women Over 50: Special Occasions Gift Ideas

October 24, 2021 by Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski 48 Comments

If you’ve hit a brick wall on what to give your mom, grandma, or older women friends, then you’ll enjoy the special occasion and holiday gifts for women over 50 I’ve put together below.

They include culinary delights, skin care, beauty items, jewelry, and other fun items all women will love even if she makes you think she’s got everything she needs. Please shop ’til you drop and send them to a woman you love.

If you are a woman over 50, check out these gifts to give yourself something special too. And, why not? You deserve it, right?

This post was updated on 6/2022.

If you like any of the photos below, please be sure to save them on Pinterest.

Let’s get personalized

Everyone needs shopping tote bags but what about bags personalized with the names of kids, grandchildren, or even pets? These bags from Jane.com are perfect for a trip to the store, traveling, or whatever you use tote bags for.

Personalized name tote bags from Jane.com
Personalized Names Tote Bag from Jane.com
To order from Jane.com click here

Fabulous Accessories that older women will love

This stunning Smooth Edginess Stick and Ring Belt from Dorothee Schumacher will add a touch of elegance to her outfit. It’s made with 100% Calfskin.

Smooth Edginess Stick and Ring Belt from Dorothee Schumacher
Order from Dorothee Schumacher here

Nothing is as luxurious as cashmere and Gentle Herd has everything a woman over 50 needs that is cashmere as well as silk, linen, and more. The company has ethical practices that ensure each goat used to harvest the wool is treated gently in green pastures in the best way possible. Their classic and elegant scarf below is available in a variety of colors.

100% Wool Tank Top from Gentle Herd
Knitted 100% Wool Tank Top
Order from Gentle Herd by clicking here

Give her something silk. What could be as elegant? The 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.

Silk Pajamas from Lilysilk
Find a smooth and silky gift from Lilysilk, here

How about a colorful canvas tote for her to carry with her when she is traveling or shopping in town? Maika makes their bags out of recycled canvas using eco-friendly ink. They are practical, affordable, and fun.

Maika Commuter Tote in Echo Tangerine
To order from Maika, click here

Silpada has gorgeous sterling silver jewelry that is delicate and classy. Find her something she will adore.

Silpada necklace
To order from Silpada, click here

Wine and Chocolate Gifts

For the wine connoisseur

Many older women have everything so they may be hard to shop for. However, everyone needs to eat so a culinary gift basket is always a welcome gift.

As a California girl, I’m always ready to enjoy a fine glass of wine or bubbly from my home state. The California Wine Club curates selections of vintages that come from some of the finest small artisan wineries in the California wine country. Depending on the wine club level you purchase, a box of your favorites will be sent monthly.

What a great gift to give to a wine-loving older woman you know! Plus, members receive VIP tours at wineries that are featured and much more!

California Wine Club uncorked
California Wine Club Signature Series
To order from the California Wine Club click here

Give her chocolate, darling!

It’s hard to find a woman who does not adore chocolate. Vosges Chocolate is cultivated and cured on the Bourbon Island of Madagascar. It is Fairtrade certified and offers an array of gift sets. Their Ensemble Du Chocolat Classique is an elegant and totally delightful gift for anyone.

Vosges Chocolate gift set
Ensemble Du Chocolat Classique
To order Vosges Chocolate, click here

Give her the gift of a fabulous experience!

For a woman over 50 who loves to travel and have fun, her favorite type of gift to receive could be a weekend getaway or a surprise trip somewhere. What if you could give her a gift box that will give her memories she will never forget?

Tinggly lets you do just that. Create a unique gift box that will send her to a favorite destination or even something daring like jumping out of a plane. You can choose a one-night stay someplace exciting, a trip to somewhere in the world, or a staycation experience she will love. She will love you forever!

Order an experience on Tinggly
Find the perfect experience for her on Tinggly by clicking here

Soothe her soul with an organic tea gift

Do you know an older woman who would love a gift of organic tea? One of my favorite tea companies is Art of Tea. They are located in the Los Angeles area and offer a wide variety of the world’s finest organic teas, botanicals, as well as gorgeous gifts.

You can order exquisite tea blends that come from distributors who not only grow clean, non-toxic teas but also treat their employees with respect.

This Assorted Teabag Sachet 6-Section Gift Box makes a wonderful gift for a tea aficionado and is a wonderful way for her to sample new blends and flavors.

Tea Bag Sachet from Art of Tea
Assorted Teabag Sachet 6-Section Gift Box
To order from Art of Tea, click here

Skin Care and Fragrance gift sets

Older women may have time working against them when it comes to their skin but you can help her turn back time by giving her the gift of a Nebulyft R1 Anti Aging Device by Rebeccatech. This device works 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.

The device’s sensors scan and analyze the skin beneath and then adapts to different areas of the face so it can receive optimized RF energy. It’s lightweight and is recommended by top dermatologists.

Use coupon code NEBU-BABYBOOMSTER for 10% off.

Nebulyft skincare device
Nebulyft skin care device
To order a Nebulyft R1 Anti-Aging Device using coupon code NEBU-BABYBOOMSTER for 10% off click here

I love this 10x/1x Beauty Vanity Mirror from Bed, Bath, and Beyond. It even has a stereo speaker with Bluetooth Speakerphone. Perfect for plucking eyebrows, and putting on makeup.

Vanity Mirror from Bed, Bath, and Beyond.
To order this vanity mirror from Bed, Bath, and Beyond, click here

This Billion Dollar Babe Bundle from Billion Dollar Beauty is a fun gift for any woman who wants a convenient way to carry around her makeup. Each piece is magnetized inside of a handy carrying case that comes with its own mirror. It’s a gorgeous assortment of neutral and flattering shades that will look good on every complexion. All of the products from eye shadow to lip balm are paraben-free, cruelty-free, and vegan.

Billion Dollar Babe Bundle by Billion Dollar Beauty

In addition to the cosmetic color items, she will also get a tweezer that will also stick to the makeup carrier so you don’t have to worry about losing it.

I have one of these sets and am really enjoying it. I can switch out or replace shades anytime I want and it’s all so easy.

Billion Dollar Beauty Set
Billion Dollar Beauty
To order from Billion Dollar Beauty, click here

With all the hand washing we’re doing, a perfect gift for a woman over 50 you love is a luscious hand or body cream. L’ Occitane offers French provincial hand and body gift sets and gift ideas that are top of the charts in quality. But their shea butter hand cream is often ranked at the very top when it comes to hand creams.

L’Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream
To order hand cream and other gifts from L’Occitane, click here

Women of any age often love perfume but sometimes a strong scent can be overpowering. However, there is nothing as sexy as a softly scented woman walking into a room. Skylar makes all of its scents and body products using pure and clean ingredients. If you know an older woman who enjoys a delightful fragrance, give her Skylar’s Discovery Set so she can sample a variety.

Discovery Set by Skylar
To order clean fragrances from Skylar, click here

Biossance is a planet-friendly skin care company that formulates its products with age-defying Squalane from the sea. An older woman will love how her skin will glow and feel young again after using it. Their Fresh Start gift set includes a gentle cleanser, nourishing moisturizer, and cult-favorite lip balm for skin and lips. All of the products are vegan, cruelty-free, nontoxic, and paraben-free.

Biossance – Fresh Start Set
To order skin care and gifts from Biossance, click here

Isa Lazo is a mother-daughter-owned and high-end skin care brand that is both luxurious and healing. The body oil in the image below contains moisturizing primrose blended with energizing grapefruit seed oil and silky Rose Damascena oil. Her skin will feel radiant and sensual.

Also pictured is Isa Lazo toner which is a combination of rose water, witch hazel, and a complex blend of botanical extracts. It soothes facial redness and calms the skin.

You can order items separately or in gorgeously elegant gift sets. She will feel as though the spa came to her.

Isa Lazo skin care
Isa Lazo Skin Care

I was given some of these products to try and I absolutely love it, especially the facial and body oils. The scent is fresh, and light, and it makes my skin feel thoroughly luxurious.

Isa Lazo facial oil
Isa Lazo facial oil
To order products and gift sets from Isa Lazo, click here

Create a photo book of memories

One of the most wonderful types of gifts you can give an older woman is a photo book of memories. It may be from a recent wedding, photos of a new grandchild, or shots taken during an incredible vacation. Instead of sifting through photos in a box or trying to find them online, they can be curated into a gorgeous coffee table book. Mixbook lets you design your own unique and personalized photo books, cards, calendars, home decor, and more.

Mixbook Travel Photo Book
To order from Mixbook, click here

Give her a game to remember what it was like growing up in the past

Boom Again, from the creator of Taboo, Outburst, and Super Scattergories is a trivia game for Baby Boomers that comes in a cigar box with tokens from the 50s, 60s, and 70s. Boomers can play the board or ask each other questions from two thick decks of cards on Zoom to play Zoom-Boom. It is guaranteed to keep everyone laughing and singing remembering memories of growing up.

I interviewed the creator of the game, Brian Hersch, on my YouTube Channel. He explains exactly how the game works.

Boom Again trivia game for Baby Boomers
Boom Again
To order Boom Again, click here

Gifts designed by women entrepreneurs and artisans

Handmade Greeting Cards

Older women remember when it was traditional to send greeting cards through the mail. With these gorgeous handmade greeting cards by Pygmalion Card Designs, she can send a thought or appreciation that is unique and special. They come with matching envelopes that are works of art.

To order from Pygmalion Card Designs, click here

Janet Leroy is an artist and also my sister who is known for painting on feathers. She creates gorgeous original framed paintings, prints, spirit feathers, and these adorable notecards. They all feature wildlife and landscapes with a Southwestern flair.

Janet Leroy feather art
Featherwork notecards by artist Janet LeRoy
To order from artist Janet Leroy, click here

Carol Cassara has an Etsy Shop called A Healing Spirit and designs tools to help people who are experiencing 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.

Etsy - Healing Candles with Crystals + Flowers by Carol Cassara of The Healing Spirit. #candles #soycandles #gemstones #healing
A Healing Spirit Candles
To order from A Healing Spirit, click here

Anne Fletcher is the founder of UnWined L.A. Studio and is another candle maker and one-of-a-kind artist. She’s a French woman living in Los Angeles who has a passion for the visual arts and a love for Champagne. Her candles are made with upcycled wine bottles from her neighbors that have been cleaned, cut, and polished. The candle itself is vegan and is a premium blend of natural soy and coconut with a wood wick. They make lovely special occasion gifts.

UnWined L.A. Studio Candles
Candles from UnWined L.A. Studio
To order from UnWined L.A. Studio, click here

If you like these special occasions and holiday gifts for older women over 50, make sure to click on the links above and send them out today!

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  1. Roxanne Jones says

    November 15, 2016 at 9:30 am

    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.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      November 15, 2016 at 9:45 am

      Spa gifts are my absolute favorite. I’m so glad you like my list. I like to keep it fun!

      Reply
  2. Carol Cassara says

    November 15, 2016 at 10:48 am

    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.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      November 15, 2016 at 12:17 pm

      LOL. I don’t blame you Carol. I had a great massage the other day and it helped.

      Reply
  3. Sue says

    November 15, 2016 at 11:37 am

    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.

    Reply
  4. Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

    November 15, 2016 at 12:18 pm

    I hear you, Sue. Anything with SPA attached has my vote.

    Reply
  5. Helene Cohen Bludman says

    November 15, 2016 at 2:09 pm

    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!

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      November 16, 2016 at 7:52 pm

      Glad you like them. The more relaxing and fun the better right now. LOL

      Reply
  6. Lois Alter Mark says

    November 15, 2016 at 2:37 pm

    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.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      November 16, 2016 at 7:51 pm

      You can say that again. Glad you approve of the products I chose.

      Reply
  7. Carol Cassara says

    November 8, 2017 at 9:24 am

    These are such great ideas. Still!

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      November 8, 2017 at 9:37 am

      Thanks, Carol. I changed the theme a bit this time.

      Reply
  8. Tam Warner Minton says

    November 8, 2017 at 12:46 pm

    All lovely and thoughtful gifts for discerning women!

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      November 9, 2017 at 9:03 am

      Thanks so much Tam. Enjoy!

      Reply
  9. Doreen McGettigan says

    November 10, 2017 at 7:41 pm

    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.

    Reply
  10. klaudia says

    November 27, 2017 at 5:19 am

    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!

    Reply
  11. Naina says

    February 12, 2018 at 2:16 am

    thank you for sharing this information.
    nice article and products.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      February 17, 2018 at 10:41 am

      Thank you. Glad you liked them.

      Reply
  12. Reena Rawat says

    July 5, 2018 at 5:28 am

    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.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      July 5, 2018 at 11:30 am

      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.

      Reply
  13. Ellen says

    November 17, 2018 at 3:49 pm

    Lots of unique ideas. I’m hoping Santa signs me up for that wine club!

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      November 20, 2018 at 10:51 am

      I hope Santa does too. Lots of amazing wine, food, and fun stuff.

      Reply
  14. Darlene says

    November 20, 2018 at 10:41 am

    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.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      November 20, 2018 at 10:50 am

      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.

      Reply
  15. Karen BakingInATornado says

    November 21, 2018 at 6:17 am

    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.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      November 21, 2018 at 9:55 am

      I know how you feel, Karen. Me too!

      Reply
  16. Haralee says

    November 29, 2018 at 7:36 am

    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?

    Reply
  17. Divya Malhotra says

    March 15, 2019 at 3:17 am

    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.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      March 15, 2019 at 1:56 pm

      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.

      Reply
  18. aahna ahuja says

    May 27, 2019 at 11:26 pm

    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.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      May 28, 2019 at 9:16 am

      Thank, Aahna. Gourmet treats are always a great gift because we all need to eat.

      Reply
  19. Grace says

    November 20, 2019 at 10:55 pm

    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.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      November 20, 2019 at 11:07 pm

      Good for you Grace! It’s always great to use coupons. Thanks, for letting us know.

      Reply
  20. Mahesh Konanti says

    July 16, 2020 at 6:53 am

    Awesome List very usefull for selecting unique gift thanku for list suggestions.

    Reply
  21. Krishna says

    August 3, 2020 at 10:17 am

    This list is pretty tight!

    Reply
  22. Kumkum Dhara Koley says

    October 13, 2020 at 2:44 am

    These are such a lovely gifts ideas.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      October 13, 2020 at 8:00 am

      Thanks so much! Glad you liked them.

      Reply
  23. Yathav says

    January 10, 2021 at 3:50 am

    Amazing gift ideas. Thank you so much for sharing.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      January 10, 2021 at 8:48 am

      Thanks so much! I appreciate your feedback.

      Reply
  24. Laurie Stone says

    May 3, 2021 at 6:39 am

    Wonderful choices! Some of the chocolate makes my mouth water.

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    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      May 3, 2021 at 11:40 am

      I agree, Laurie.

      Reply
  25. Alana says

    December 9, 2021 at 12:23 pm

    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.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      April 20, 2022 at 9:25 am

      I think experiences are the best, Alana.

      Reply
  26. LibraBazaar says

    April 19, 2022 at 11:23 pm

    Very nice article and products. you can also check special gifts at LibraBazaar.

    Reply
  27. Mahie Bakery House says

    May 9, 2022 at 12:16 am

    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

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      May 9, 2022 at 10:51 am

      I’m so glad you liked the post. I hope your mother enjoys her Silpada necklace.

      Reply
  28. love 4 art says

    May 10, 2022 at 1:28 am

    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

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      May 10, 2022 at 10:16 am

      Thanks for taking a look. I hope you were inspired.

      Reply

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