The Ultimate Gift Guide for Women over 40
I know what you’re thinking. The ultimate gift guide for women over 40? Isn’t that wine, chocolate, cheese, and a Netflix subscription?
Well, maybe that would do it for some women. But women I know want more out of life. If you have someone on your list who loves to be fit, take good care of herself, and look good while living her healthy lifestyle, this really is the ultimate gift guide for women over 40.
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The Ultimate Gift Guide for Women over 40
Subscription Boxes to Support Her Fit & Healthy Life
Wild Woman Box
Wild Woman Box
from: Cratejoy
If there’s one thing I know about women over 40, it’s that they are tired of living by other people’s rules.
The Wild Woman Box supports that spirit, encouraging women to get active, get outside, and explore the world. Packed with adventure gear, snacks to keep you fueled, and hand-picked inspiration items, it’s a fantastic choice to gift the wild woman you know.
(And you should check out the Wild Woman Box Reviews— so many thrilled customers!)
Fab Fit Fun Box
The FabFitFun subscription box is perfect to gift when you’re not exactly sure what your recipient wants. The items are all high-quality, and there’s enough variety within each box that certainly something is going to have her thinking you’re a gifting genius.
Read my full review of recent boxes to get an idea of the value of items included to find out if the FabFitFun Box is worth it. She’s going to feel like you’ve spoiled her!
I mean, is there a woman who wouldn’t want a box that’s packed with fitness, fashion, and beauty items? No. There is not.
Looking Good All Day Long
By the time we reach 40, women know that dressing for comfort is way more important than dressing to impress. Even so, there are several brands of clothing that allow us to look good and feel good all day long.
So when she needs to wear something a little nice than yoga pants or even (GASP!) a dress, here are my two never-fail options to look put together from head to toe:
prAna clothes make up more than 50% of my wardrobe. Why? Because they look good, feel great, and wear well. I especially love the Foundation Dress and wear it for many of my speaking gigs.
You can see my full review of why prAna is my go-to choice for activewear that doesn’t look like I just left the gym. I literally wear these clothes every day, and they last for years!
I love that prAna clothes are Fair-Trade and made of sustainable fabrics when possible. It’s clothing that looks great on me and is soft on the planet.
Like the clothes from prAna, I love Allbirds shoes because they are made from sustainable materials.
Whether you’re looking for cute and comfy flats or sneakers that will feel good all day long, Allbirds has you covered. I also love their fun and funky colors. And it’s so much easier to gift shoes without offending someone if you pick the wrong size! Allbirds has a fantastic and easy return and exchange policy.
Help Her Sleep Well
One of the most frequent complaints of women over 40 is that sleep is challenging. Whether it’s hard to fall asleep or stay asleep, not getting enough sleep makes life hard. Help her sleep well by setting up her bedroom for sleep success.
A New Pillow
The perfect pillow is just the ticket to a good night’s sleep. And whether she’s a tummy sleeper or a back sleeper or prefers a firm or squishy pillow, pillows.com has just what she wants. You know those amazing hotel pillows that give you the Best Night’s Sleep You’ve Ever Had? Pillows.com has them!
Can you even imagine how happy she’ll be when she feels rested again?
Cool-jams
Cool-jams sleepwear helps keep her cool all night long. If night sweats are part of her perimenopause symptoms, she will be so glad to receive these cute wicking pajamas. The variety of colors and styles means you’re sure to find one she’ll feel fantastic wearing.
Gravity Blankets Cooling Weighted Blanket
Oftentimes for women over 40, sleep issues are rooted in an inability for the nervous system to calm down. Give her body some help with a weighted blanket. It’s like having a hug all night long!
But what I love about Gravity Blankets is that their cooling weighted blanket doesn’t add to body heat. Because if you’re already suffering from hot flashes and night sweats, a cooling blanket is just what you need for a good night’s sleep.
Show Her You Care For Her Insides & Outsides
Squatty Potty
I know! I know! Who wants to gift someone something to help them poop better?
Well, I won’t tell if you won’t tell. 😉
Badger Tinted Sunscreen
This tinted zinc oxide sunscreen cream helps keep her skin safe from sun damage. Its gentle tint blends with most skin tones, helping to even out her appearance even if she’s a no-makeup kind of gal. And it’s 100% organic!
Help Her Keep It All Together
Erin Condren
Get your favorite gal a planner system that she will LOVE. Erin Condren planners are colorful, practical, and make getting organized something you look forward to. For the woman who is juggling just a few too many priorities, an Erin Condren planner will be the gift that keeps on giving all year long.
Let’s face it: gifts for women over 40 can be a tricky proposition. But now you have a guide.
Chance are, she has a stockpile of scented candles. There’s more hand lotion than she can use in a year. And I’m guessing no one wants to be that person who suggests she just tone up a little bit.
So take a tip from my ultimate guide to gifts for women over 40 and give her something she’ll love!
Make sure you check out my other gift guides:
Top 10 Wellness Gifts for Women
I had not heard of yoga club. The other ideas are great too! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for stopping by, Maria. And Yoga Club is awesome. I’m a happy customer.
This is a nice well thought out list. I would love any of these for myself!
Thanks, Anita! Pass it on to someone who wants to buy you something you love.