Finding the perfect present for your girlfriend is hard enough, but finding a great gift when you’re on a budget? Well, that's a practically insurmountable task. However, being on a budget doesn’t mean your only option is making your S.O. yet another coupon book for back rubs and candlelit meals that goes unused. If your love for your girlfriend knows no bounds but your credit limit definitely does, read on to discover 30 perfect gifts, all under $30.
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1 | This constellation necklace
If your girlfriend checks her horoscope more often than she checks her email, she’s sure to love this gold-plated stainless steel pendant with her Zodiac constellation on it. Even better, each purchase contributes to The Trust for Public Land, a non-profit that creates parks and aids the conservation of green spaces.
2 | This Rebecca Minkoff studded iPhone X case
ShopbopEven if Apple products aren’t exactly in your budget, you can get your girlfriend the next best thing when you scoop up this studded iPhone X case from designer Rebecca Minkoff.
3 | This set of skin-renewing face masks
$25; buy now at Uncommon Goods
Treat the burgeoning beauty guru in your life to a spa-like experience right at home with this kit, which comes with enough ingredients for fifteen face masks. It’s even made with organic ingredients, like rose petals and spirulina, so your girlfriend won't have to worry about putting anything questionable on her precious skin.
4 | This “Have the Best Time” passport holder
Whether she's headed to Paris or just hopping a flight to the next state over, this adorable passport holder all but guarantees your girlfriend will have a memorable trip.
5 | This edible cookie dough sampler
$25; buy now at The Grommet
If your lady loves raw cookie dough but isn’t so fond of food poisoning, there is a solution to her woes: this edible cookie dough sampler set, which comes with chocolate chip, birthday cake, cookies and cream, s’mores, and snickerdoodle-flavored doughs.
6 | These cat eye sunglasses
& Other Stories$29; buy now at & Other Stories
Help her look (and feel) cool no matter how hot it gets outside with these cat eye sunglasses. Just try not to get too frustrated when people keep mistaking her for a celeb.
7 | This orange print tote bag
society6From $25; buy now at society6
If those tiny purses she’s been carrying around are always overflowing, give her a solution in the form of this adorable orange print tote. It also makes a great grocery bag for anyone trying to reduce their reliance on plastic products.
8 | This engraved catchall
Urban Outfitters$12; buy now at Urban Outfitters
Yes, it is possible to give her the gift of organization this year without shelling out the big bucks for a KonMari consultant. This catchall will have that nightstand decluttered in no time, plus it will look great as it keeps all those baubles contained.
9 | This “She Believed She Could So She Did” book
Topshop$14; buy now at Topshop
Even the most confident woman can use a pep talk from time to time. And when you’re not there to give her your foolproof psych-up speech, this book full of inspirational wisdom can take the reins.
10 | This noodle set
Urban Outfitters$20; buy now at Urban Outfitters
Instead of shelling out obscene amounts for yet another bag of squid ink linguine that languishes in her cabinet, use your noodle when shopping for the foodie in your life and get her this adorable four-piece noodle set.
11 | This gold-plated initial necklace
Nordstrom Rack$20; buy now at Nordstrom Rack
Nameplate necklaces came and went with Carrie Bradshaw. The good news? This single initial update is as modish as it is budget-friendly.
12 | This Caboodles makeup organizer
Urban Outfitters$24; buy now at Urban Outfitters
If her products are always spilling out of her makeup bag, give her the gift of organization with this adorable Caboodles case, an accessory every woman who lived through the ‘90s fondly remembers.
13 | This pom pom-trimmed wristlet
Nordstrom Rack$20; buy now at Nordstrom Rack
Even if you don't have the cash to buy her an expensive designer bag, you can still get your girlfriend a stylish clutch she'll be proud to wear out for a night on the town. Though this pom pom wristlet is just $20, it has all the style of a pricier piece.
14 | These stone doorknocker earrings
$25; buy now at Zappos
Elegant jewelry doesn’t have to break the bank. Case in point: these stone doorknocker earrings, which will set you back just $25.
15 | This gin brooch
$18; buy now at Tatty Devine
If she loves a gimlet or a good martini, commemorate her love for juniper juice with this cheeky little gin brooch from designer Tatty Devine.
16 | These gold-toned clover earrings
The Outnet$25; buy now at The Outnet
Sure, Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry might be a little rich for your blood. That said, these gold-toned earrings from The Outnet have a lot in common with the real deal—and they’re only $25!
17 | This “babe” flask
Urban Outfitters$14; buy now at Urban Outfitters
Whether she’s sneaking a few sips of whiskey into a movie theater or spiking her coffee on a camping trip, this flask is an adorable way to keep her favorite drink on hand.
18 | This duo chain pendant necklace
& Other Stories$29; buy now at & Other Stories
Though it’s only $29, your girlfriend is sure to feel like a million bucks when she puts on this gorgeous double strand necklace.
19 | This adorable terrarium candle
$20; buy now at Uncommon Goods
Whether she’s got a green thumb or is just a candle connoisseur, she’s sure to melt when you give her one of these adorable hand-poured soy wax terrarium candles.
20 | These black hoop earrings
Shopbop$11; buy now at Shopbop
Classic with a little (scalloped) edge, these black hoops are the perfect accompaniment to any outfit. Just don’t wait too long to scoop them up—right now, they’re on sale for just $11.
21 | This bow bracelet
Etsy$24; buy now at Etsy
A delicate addition to any arm party, this bow bracelet is the perfect accessory for the girl who still ties your stomach in knots.
22 | This “Forever Busy” pouch
$14; buy now at ban.do
Is she an undeniable boss? Are her hours so crazy you wonder how she survives? Have you checked to see if she runs on rechargeable batteries? If any of these ring true, it’s time to give her this cute pouch, which sums up her ethos in just two words.
23 | This cat pillow
$30; buy now at society6
Whether she has cats or just likes reminders of their furry little faces around the house, this sweet pillow is the purrfect present.
24 | This set of mini bath bombs
$17; buy now at The Grommet
Your girlfriend deserves some rest and relaxation, and you can give it to her even without paying spa prices with this cute set of bath bombs. It comes in a cute egg carton and features delicious scents like lemon coconut, lavender chamomile, grapefruit bergamot, eucalyptus lime, jasmine rose, and frankincense and myrrh.
25 | These bumble bee earrings
$30; buy now at Uncommon Goods
She’s your honey—so let her know you’ll always bee sweet on her with these adorable earrings.
26 | This ring trio
& Other Stories$15; buy now at & Other Stories
Even if you’re not ready to slip that kind of ring on her finger yet, you can still give her something fancy to show off with this gorgeous trio of bands.
27 | These gold and silver link earrings
$25; buy now at Zappos
What’s a little retro and a whole lot glamorous? These gold and silver link earrings, which look like expensive pieces, but will set you back only $25.
28 | This jeweled velvet eye mask
& Other Stories$29; buy now at & Other Stories
Give the sleeping beauty in your life something she can’t get in a store: a good night’s rest. With this bejeweled velvet eye mask, she’s sure to be out like a light.
29 | This USA scratch map
$30; buy now at Uncommon Goods
Give your girlfriend a fun way to remember all the places you’ve been—and all the ones you have to look forward to—with this map. All you have to do is scratch away the gold with an eraser to reveal a colorful map of the U.S. underneath.
30 | This angel locket box
$20; buy now at The Grommet
Simple, elegant, and a great addition to any outfit, this beautiful locket is sure to become a prized possession of hers in no time.
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