35 Trendy Gifts That Every 20-Something Woman Wants Right Now
From top Amazon finds to birthday present ideas, you'll find it all here.
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Navigating her 20s can be difficult. A decade defined by finding herself and embracing her newfound adulthood comes with tons of transitions and changing interests. But, landing on a gift that fits her in this unique phase of life doesn't have to be hard.
Our shopping editors and experts here at the Good Housekeeping Institute have tried and vetted products for people of all ages—including women in their 20s. Allow us to help you crack the code on what makes a truly great gift for the 20-somethings in your life; we've included everything from top-tested products and customer-favorite finds.
And while you're at it, consider browsing our roundup of gifts for women in their 30s if you happen to know someone who will be entering this decade soon.
If anything will help take her self-care game to the next level, it's definitely this. Cute and compact, this towel warmer can hold one large towel (she may be able to squeeze in a few smaller ones), and it features four timer options—15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes. Plus, it was named the best compact towel warmer by the Good Housekeeping Institute Home Improvement & Outdoor Lab.
It seems like everyone's been waiting to get their hands on Selena Gomez's beauty brand's first perfume. With notes of notes of caramel, pistachio, decadent vanilla, and spicy ginger, it'll quickly become her new signature scent. One customer wrote, "I was fascinated by this perfume. It has a delicate yet sophisticated scent, very versatile for any occasion. Without a doubt, it has become one of my favorites."
If she's inclined to indulge her inner child, this creative LEGO set will be right up her alley. She can make a fun activity of assembling the plants and then place them around her dorm room or apartment for added decor.
She'll get hours of enjoyment with this one-of-a-kind music table lamp, which will charge her smartphone and connect to Bluetooth so she can play music as loudly as she wants. It would make the perfect gift for the 20-something who loves hosting parties, and it also doubles as a nightlight.
She's going to be really impressed with your gifting skills here. The plush pullover has over 5,000 five-star reviews on Amazon, with many noting how stylish, warm, and comfortable it is. Plus, it comes in 13 colors.
Give her one of the hottest-selling bags right now—this stylish belt bag from Lululemon. It's made of water-resistant fabric, per the brand—and it can be worn to the gym, running errands or even that festival she's been longing to attend.
When activated, this easy-to-use alarm is designed to blast a siren sound and set off a flash strobe light. Not only is it lightweight, according to experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute, but it's also easy to use. Keep in mind that they do recommend practicing with the device, so she feels extra prepared in case of an emergency.
She'll snap the perfect selfie every time with this affordable ring light, which has more than 13,000 reviews on Amazon. It features three lighting modes and it's rechargeable, so there's no need to worry about battery costs.
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Whether she's just turning 21 or is well into her 20s, she'll appreciate these fun cocktail mixers. With flavors like strawberry mule, mango margarita, and blood orange mai-tai, she has plenty of options.
Let's face it: She's bound to have a late night from time to time. On those days, she can simply reach for this gua sha and facial roller set to help calm her skin and enjoy a dose of self-care. Plus, jade is known as a stone of good fortune in many cultures.
She can always use a classic tennis bracelet, whether she's off to grab drinks with friends or in need of the perfect accessory to complete her office look. This pick looks way more expensive than it is, and nearly 20,000 shoppers have given it a five-star review.
Whether she's living in close quarters in a dorm or moving into her first "adult" apartment, this sleep mask will help her get some quality sleep. It comes in eight color options—and during Lab tests for the best sleep masks, it held up to machine laundering without shrinkage or damage.
Now she can enjoy this buzzy fragrance whenever she travels, thanks to this set. It comes with three of the brand's popular travel-size products that are perfect for summer: Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, Brazilian 4 Play Shower Cream-Gel and Brazilian Crush Body Fragrance Mist. Plus, the viral cream hold us to our Beauty Lab standards. Beauty Lab Director Sabina Wizemann notes that it “contains various seed oils, cupuaçu butter, and guaranà, which can provide softness, deep moisturization, and firming benefits to the skin.”
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Amazon shoppers can't get enough of these packing cubes, and our textiles experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute love them, too. It comes with eight pieces, so there's a size and shape to pack everything from shirts to underwear.
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Some Gen Zers are all about skincare. If she happens to be in this camp, upgrade her game with these brightening under-eye masks. They're infused with caffeine, per the brand—and they can be used up to three times a week for a well-rested look.
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Her 20s will likely come with new stressors, so gift her this journal that's designed to track everything from her sleep habits to energy levels. And if she ever needs an extra boost to meet her goals, the wellness articles throughout have more than enough inspiration.
Adult coloring books claim to help with anxiety and mindfulness—something she might need throughout her 20s. This book comes with 30 markers and pictures of swearing animals to give her a good laugh.
Chunky gold hoops are so in right now, and this pair does not disappoint. The earrings are lightweight, affordable and come in gold, silver and rose gold finishes.
With more than 55,000 reviews and an average 4.6-star rating, these workout leggings are sure to become her new favorite. The design features a comfortable high waist and two roomy side pockets for items like a phone and keys. Reviewers say they're ideal for workouts ranging from yoga to running. Or if you're willing to splurge, the lululemon leggings were rated best overall by our textiles lab.
Nameplate necklaces are a hot trend for women in their 20s. This version is gold plated, per the brand, and measures 16 inches with a two-inch extender so she can play with different lengths. It's just what she needs to add personality to any outfit!
Cameron (she/her) is a staff writer for Good Housekeeping, where she covers everything from holidays to food. She is a graduate of Syracuse University, where she received a B.A. in magazine journalism. In her spare-time she can be found scrolling TikTok for the latest cleaning hacks and restaurant openings, binge-watching seasons of Project Runway or online shopping.
Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com.
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