35 best 30th birthday gift ideas for that special (stylish) someone

Mejuri Baguette Emerald Open Ring

Boyfriends, girlfriends and husbands aren't the only ones who can gift their better half emeralds. Show your best friend just how much you appreciate her weekly words of wisdom with this 14k gold ring, adorned with a pair of (responsibly sourced) gemstones.

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Antler Icon Stripe Large Cabin Suitcase Set

If she's vowed to use her 30th to tick several locations off her travel bucket list, then she'll need a sturdy set of suitcases. With more than 110 years of experience making luggage, Antler's had time to perfect its packing options. Now, every carry-all has a water-resistant shell, silent glide 360 spinner wheels and internal compression straps to ensure all her stuff is safely stowed.

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Missoma Harris Reed In Good Hands Pearl Pendant Necklace

This isn't just a cute beaded accessory to be layered on top of her existing gold necklaces, but also pretty symbolic. The pair of hands supporting the gold hoop could signify how you've supported each other through every challenge to date — and all those yet to come. Complete with pretty freshwater pearls, it'll make a special gift for your partner or best friend — yep, we're labelling this one of the best gifts for her in 2025.

Dreem Distillery The Gift of Relaxation

Now she's officially entered her thirties, she definitely deserves to elevate her evening routine. Formulated with a potent blend of high-grade CBD, this duo of bath and body oils will help soothe tight muscles, nourish the skin, and ultimately have a truly calming effect on her nervous system.

In My Thirties Era T-Shirt

If enjoying the Eras tour was your best mutual memory to date, it's only right that your birthday gift references that. This oversized and entirely customisable t-shirt — yes, you can pick both the base colour and the text printed on the front — is way too nice to be worn to bed, so make sure you give it to her in advance so she can plan her bday OOTN around it.

The Pillow Drop 'Please Leave By 9' Cushion

If she loves nothing more than a cosy night in, she'll appreciate this blunt and direct pillow. Because there's no shame in admitting that 30 looks like a 10 pm bedtime.

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Sterling Silver Birthday Bracelet

Those gifts plastered in cliches like ‘flirty, thirty and thriving' can be a little much if they're not feeling so great about entering a new decade. Luckily, this bracelet marks the moment with silver hoops, each representing another amazing decade. Plus there's the option to add a personalised message card. Adorbs.

Diptyque Figuier Very Large Candle

Everyone remembers buying their first Diptyque — the crème de la crème of home scents. Now that she’s 30, help her take her scented candle game to the next level with this extra-large indoor/outdoor fig tree votive. Yeah, birthday cake candles are cute, but this is better.

Bloom & Wild 3 Months of Statement Letterbox Flowers

Flowers are great… for five to seven days. Then you're left with nothing more than sad-looking stems and a mucky vase… unless you invest in a three-month flower subscription for your friend/sister, meaning they'll get a fresh set of blooms, each inspired by the season, every month.

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30th Birthday Personalised Print ‘The Road To 30’

Marking these birthdays as milestones can feel a little morbid — it's a bit ‘hurrah, you made it.’ However, it also provides the perfect opportunity to look back on what you've both achieved in the time you've known each other. This print recalls all the major moments they've lived through, while also giving you the option to personalise it with their own successes. Say, the day they got their dream job, ran their first marathon or became a pro parent.

Kate Spade Morgan Card Case Wristlet

Second to her phone, her card holder is the item she probably uses most. So, surely, it should fit her chosen aesthetic, as well as having enough space to hold all her cards and cash? This Kate Spade wristlet, thanks to that handy strap, can double as a mini clutch and is crafted from scratch-resistant Saffiano leather. Stun.

Papier The Minimalist Hardback Photo Book

When it comes to personalised stationery and photo gifts, we always put our trust in Papier. This photo album can be customised with your own captions and will make a lovely addition to her coffee table.

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Diptyque 34 Boulevard Saint Germain Hourglass Diffuser

An essential oil diffuser was the wellness aid of 2024 — just ask GLAMOUR's shopping editors who recommended them in nearly every gift guide. And while those with ceramic covers are a little more chic, they're not always the most aesthetic home accessory. Except this Diptyque offering, which could be mistaken for a holiday trinket and emits a relaxing blend of citrus, damp Moss and earthy sun-dried fig leaves.

The 5* Lanesborough Hotel Afternoon Tea for Two

What better way to toast her entry into a new era than with three courses of champagne, finger sandwiches and cake at a five-star hotel? The Lanesborough is one of London's finest guest houses and nods to the city's long history, considering it was built in 1719.

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Anya Hindmarch Loose Pocket Big Things Leather-Trimmed Clutch

If she's keen to get her sh*t together in her 30s — no judgement or pressure from us, might we add — then she'll need one of Anya Hindmarch’s clever clear pouches. Ideal for keeping all her beauty essentials, her Airpods and her keys in one place, it makes endless rummaging a thing of the past.

Papa Salt Gin

If her tipple of choice is always a G&T, why not gift her a bottle of the award-winning, zero-waste good stuff? Papa Salt Gin, designed by Margot Robbie and pals, is an easy-drinking gin infused with native Australian botanicals — specifically, hibiscus, citrus peel and ginger. Housed in possibly the chicest bottle on the market, this is one she'll want to leave on display on her bar cart.

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Sezane Mara Bag

Forget the cute and compact crossbody — she needs a big bag that can house all her everyday essentials. We're thinking of her laptop, kindle, mini makeup bag and an outfit change, because who knows where a night in her 30s will take her?

FaceGym Gift Card

Having browsed our gift guides before, you'll know that we're pretty anti-gift cards. They just feel a little… lazy? Unless we're talking about the FaceGym variety. With a £100 voucher, she'll be able to book herself a famous facial workout which uses a combination of muscle training and massage to help with lymphatic drainage, detoxification, and boost collagen production.

Missoma Jelly Heart Gemstone Ring

2024 was all about stacking slim rings on every finger, but we're predicting a move to singular statement jewels in 2025. This gemstone ring brings with it a pop of colour and serious attitude — exactly what you're 30-turning bestie needs when entering her best era.

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Mejuri Diamond Letter Charm

This 14k solid gold initial is set with high-quality natural diamonds and will make a stand-out addition to any gold necklace or bracelet chain. The perfect pressie if your bestie has always wanted to be Gabriella in that iconic High School Musical 2 moment. Just us? Okay.

Partner In Wine The Ice Queen Insulated Iced Coffee Cup

Whether she's sipping on a frozen marg or an iced coffee (we listen and we don't judge), she'll need an on-the-go vessel that'll keep the contents cold for hours. After all, she's a busy woman in her thirties.

ghd Glide Professional Hot Brush

Whether she rocks a blunt bob or lengthy locks, this hot brush will tame flyaways and deliver intense volume in minutes.Yep, what gift better shows your love than something that'll shave hours off her morning routine?

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Piglet In Bed Pembroke Stripe Linen Blend Duvet Cover

Having a set of luxury linen bedsheets as part of your regular rotation is a sign you've hit peak adulthood. Piglet In Bed makes some of the best, crafted in Portugal from a mix of European linen and long-staple cotton. But the feature that proves it's thought of every little detail? The inside corner ties that stop your duvet from slipping.

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SKIMS Soft Lounge Long Slip Dress

It may have taken a while to get her onto TikTok, but your now reel-obsessed pal is bound to have seen the many (many) rave reviews about Kim K's figure-hugging modal dress. Whether wearing it casually with trainers or dressed up with kitten heels, this is the wardrobe essential she both needs and wants.

NuFACE Mini Starter Kit

This mini microcurrent device has been designed to help lift, tone and support lymphatic drainage at home — all while visibly reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Now all you have to work out is how you gift it. May we suggest not mentioning the word ‘wrinkles’ and/or 'botox,’ even when declaring that she doesn't need it?

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Swarovski Idyllia Drop Earrings

If your bestie's been lusting after Van Cleef & Arpels' Magic Alhambra Earrings forever, we relate. These Swarovski drop earrings nod to the designer buy while also sending a sweet message — that you're wishing her a shed load of luck as she enters this new, exciting decade.

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Bathtime Essentials Wine Holder

Sophisticated thirty-somethings deserve to soak in the tub without having to worry about where they'll balance their glass of wine. This hands-free holder sticks to their bathroom tiles and even comes with a BPA-free plastic wine glass to help avoid any painful accidents. A seriously considerate gift? We think so.

Izipizi Screen #D Anti-Blue Light Glasses

We're aware they're not the most exciting purchase, but anti-blue light glasses are a practical gift your office bestie is bound to appreciate. These tortoise shell frames by Parisian label, Izipizi, are a fashionable fix to her regular headaches and may even aid a more restful night's sleep.

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Abbott Lyon Personalised Initial & Birthstone Necklace

We checked with the rest of the GLAMOUR team just to be sure, but we can confirm gold jewellery is widely considered a great gift. But a chain adorned with charms you picked out just for them? Yeah, that's a guaranteed winner. Choose the length and colour of the necklace, as well as the attached birthstone heart and letter pendant before having it gift-wrapped, ready to deliver on her big day.

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Pickleball Paddle Snack Tray

If she's totally obsessed with the new racket sport on the block, then she'll appreciate this upgrade on her snack tray. Ideal for movie nights or yet another Netflix binge, she can load it up with whatever she chooses, whether that's chips and dip or popcorn.

Odd Muse The Ultimate Muse Blazer

Whether she regularly works in an office or not, a blazer brings with it an air of sophistication and a confidence boost. The product that put Odd Muse on the map, this cinch-waist blazer is a classic piece she'll wear for years to come. And those pointed sleeves? A statement detail she'll love.