What’s better than watching the special women in your life unwrap gifts you’re certain will bring them joy? Being able to respond to their words of appreciation with, “You’re welcome, it’s a female-founded brand!” Behind every product in this gift guide stands a woman who transformed her own search for simpler solutions and deeper nourishment into a thoughtful, purpose-driven company.
As a therapist and executive coach, I’m committed to empowering women to own their need for play and rest—without guilt—and these 15 gift ideas can support them in doing that. Whether treating yourself or someone special, each purchase supports a female visionary while celebrating a simple truth: taking time for ourselves isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity.
1. Blume, Super Food Latte Blends ($17.50)
Move over, coffee and matcha! A slew of new healthy latte options are taking your place. Behold, a latte that’s good for your soul and your body. Ditch the sugary, syrupy pre-mixed powders and enjoy a colorful assortment caffeinated, decaffeinated, and caffeine-free lattes for day or night.
This gift inspires the woman in your life to create a mindful morning ritual and start the day being kinder to herself, inside and out.
Founder: Karen Danudjaja didn’t stop when no one could answer her question, “Why is it that healthy options often don’t taste as good?” After struggling to find yummy warm drinks that supported her digestion, sleep, and hormone balance, she filled the gap with Blume.
2. Anyday, Square Dish Set ($80)
The microwave – that quiet workhorse of every kitchen – has been unfairly maligned for too long. It turns out that microwave-cooked food can, in fact, be healthy and tasty. It’s just dependent on using appropriate cookware! With Anyday dishes, the woman in your life can cook, store, and reheat her meal without having to worry about exposure to hormone-disrupting chemicals like BPA.
Founder: Steph Chen is on a mission to debunk the ‘microwave common myths’ that get in the way of efficiency and ease. She realized that slow-cooking healthy, laborious meals every day was not sustainable or practical. So she decided to bring back the microwave.
3. Havenly, Interior Design Gift Card ($159)
Help the women in your life release the cognitive load of decorating or turn their space into a sanctuary. This 1:1 personalized collaboration with an interior designer helps uplevel their space. Havenly blends innovation, technology, and personalized service for a smooth redesign process.
Founder: Once a management consultant at Bain, Lee Mayer is now the cofounder and CEO of Havenly. After moving to Denver from New York City, she felt overwhelmed by the number of sparse rooms she had to decorate. She started realizing how tough (and expensive!) it’d be to curate and pull together a well-designed space, and started Havenly to solve the problem.
4. Half Baked Harvest, Quick & Cozy Cookbook ($23)
In a world of influencer “What I Eat I A Day” videos, questionably edible diet foods, and Ozempic everywhere, can we please remind women they deserve to eat food that tastes good? Fight diet culture and give the gift of stress-free, quick, mouth-watering comfort food recipes with the Quick & Cozy Cookbook from Half Baked Harvest.
Founder: Tieghan Gerard knows how to pack your meals with flavor and lots of love—something that has earned the food blogger 5.5 million Instagram followers and put her previous cookbooks on the New York Times Bestseller list.
5. Weezie, Plush Luxury Towels or Robe ($62 – $185)
Is there anything that elevates a daily ritual quite like wrapping yourself in luxuriously soft, personalized comfort? Made from responsibly sourced, sustainably produced, 100% organic cotton; Weezie’s plush towels and robes transform an ordinary morning routine into a moment of intentional indulgence. With customizable monogramming and thoughtful details, it’s the perfect way to remind someone special (or yourself) that every day deserves a touch of luxury.
Founders: Liz Eichholz & Lindsey Johnson turned their shared frustration with the luxury towel market into a mission to elevate the everyday. These best friends realized that premium bath essentials were either impossibly expensive or disappointingly basic. Their solution? Creating Weezie, which brings character and joy to high-quality basics. Their fresh take on luxury bath linens has earned them a devoted following, including notable fans like Gwyneth Paltrow and Reese Witherspoon.
6. LUX UNFILTERED N°32 Sculpting Self-Tanning Cream ($42)
I think most women can agree that we feel better with a tan; but we can also all agree that a regular spray tan regimen is not exactly practical. Enter +LUX UNFILTERED N°32 Sculpting Self-Tanning Cream, which not only gives your skin a beautiful, natural looking sunless tan but hydrates at the same time.
For the woman in your life who wants to care more about feeling good in her skin, but who just can’t justify the opportunity cost of a traditional regimen, this gift’s for her.
Founder: Sivan Ayla-Richards is the founder and CEO who puts the “unfiltered” in +LUX UNFILTERED.
Her hope? That by showing the realness of her day-to-day life through social media, she created a community ready to show themselves more naturally in a world swamped with filters. Yeah, it’s a fake tan, but it’s the real you.
7. VIEVE, The Bathleisure™ Edit ($94)
It’s true that self-care isn’t all about candles and bubble baths, but these mindful moments still matter. This luxurious oil, salts, and gel trio creates an addictive, sensorial experience while nourishing the skin. Gift this to someone who deserves a reminder to pause, breathe, and make even everyday routines feel special.
Founder: Jamie Genevieve’s background working as a makeup artist with luxury cosmetic brands inspired her to create a brand of her own. Her time in the trenches and love for makeup were the perfect combination for her global success with Vieve, a beauty brand she created with the intent that everyone ought to be able express themselves effortlessly—no matter their style.
8. DedCool, Travel Spray Trio ($90)
The days of crossing your fingers and hoping they like the one perfume you bought them are over! Give the gift of three separate scent options that can be combined to create a personalized fragrance.
Packed in a chic ready-to-go tin, each intoxicating smelling spray offers a dose of self-love in a bottle.
Founder: Carina Chaz is breaking the rules of the fragrance industry—one that was, unsurprisingly, in desperate need of a fresh approach.
Growing up alongside her mother (who worked as a beauty formulator), she spent countless hours in the lab. She ultimately created DedCool, which encourages us to experiment with scent layering and personalization.
9. FORM, Halter Onesie ($112)
Remove the extra hassle of having to find the matching sports bra (is it in the hamper or the back of this drawer??) with this epic halter onesie from FORM.
Whether the gal in your life prefers to be stylish for a sweaty spin class or a comfy WFH day, you can guarantee she’ll appreciate only having to make one decision about what she’s wearing.
Founders: FORM co-founders Sami Clarke and Sami Bernstein Spalter merged their unique perspectives to create more than just activewear. Clarke, a certified wellness trainer, knows the power of efficient workouts for busy women, while Bernstein Spalter’s personal transformation journey gave her firsthand experience in the power of consistent movement. Together, they’re making self-care through movement more accessible and joyful for everyone.
10. Barefaced, You Sleigh ($164)
For the skincare enthusiast in your life (or if you’re shopping for someone who deserves an upgraded routine but you don’t know where to start), this minimalist holiday bundle works for all skin types, including sensitive. With essential exfoliation, hydration, and a depuffing eye treatment, it’s skincare made simple.
Founder: Nurse Practitioner Jordan Harper created Barefaced with a refreshingly simple philosophy: skincare shouldn’t be overwhelming. Her ‘less but better’ approach strips away the confusion and complexity that often plagues the beauty industry.
Her mission? To help women understand that perfect skin isn’t about endless products – it’s about embracing and enhancing what you already have.
11. MUTHA, Glow Best Set ($149)
This luxurious set delivers more than just intense moisture – it’s packed with vitamins and nutrients that help skin shine while tackling stretch marks. It’s the perfect gift for anyone who deserves to feel radiant in their skin, whether they’re expecting, postpartum, or simply seeking superior body care
Founder: Hope Dworaczyk Smith’s journey into skincare began with a personal quest during her first pregnancy. Frustrated by the lack of effective stretch mark solutions on the market, she decided to create her own. But MUTHA evolved into more than just another beauty brand – it became a movement about helping women reclaim their relationship with their bodies, their time, and their self-care routines.
12. The Clear Cut, Mini Diamond Studs ($225)
Some gifts transcend seasons. These mini natural diamond studs aren’t just jewelry – they’re future heirlooms that combine everyday wearability with lasting luxury. Held to the highest ethical standards in the industry, this timeless pair is perfect for the woman who appreciates both subtle elegance and meaningful investments.
Founder: As a fourth-generation diamond expert and G.I.A. Graduate Gemologist, Olivia Landau brings rare expertise to the jewelry world. What began as a blog to help friends and family navigate diamond purchases has evolved into a multi-million dollar company built on transparency. Her mission transforms the traditionally opaque diamond industry into an educational, accessible experience for all.
13. Apothékary, All Stress Duo ($65)
Where ancient wisdom meets modern science: this stress-relieving duo harnesses nature’s most powerful ingredients for calm and balance. Think of it as your daily dose of zen – all the relaxation of a wine night, minus the hangover. Gift this to anyone who could use a moment of peace in their day (couldn’t we all?).
Founder: Shizu Okusa’s approach to wellness is deeply rooted in her Japanese heritage and commitment to radical transparency. As the wellness entrepreneur behind Apothékary, she’s determined to offer alternatives to over-the-counter quick fixes. By bridging ancient traditions with modern science, she’s created a brand that honors both nature’s wisdom and our need for evidence-based solutions.
14. Evolvetogether, On the Go Sets ($70)
Evolvetogether’s On The Go Sets are proof that convenience doesn’t have to compromise quality or sustainability. This travel-sized luxury set transforms on-the-go essentials into mindful moments of self-care, all while being gentle on the planet.
Perfect for the jet-setter, the gym devotee, or anyone who appreciates earth-conscious luxury in portable form.
Founder: Cynthia Sakai started evolvetogether during the pandemic as a DTC mask company(!!). The brand name is a fitting reminder that pivoting is inevitable as entrepreneurs. Her current goal is to refine what sustainable personal care looks like, believing that mindful choices add up to meaningful change. By creating products that care for both people and the planet, she’s proving that luxury, convenience, and sustainability can coexist beautifully.
15. Beauty Bio, GLOfacial ($199)
With this award-winning tool from Beauty Bio, your special gal can say goodbye to the once-a-season facial routine and have an abbreviated experience anytime she wants one. The GLOfacial doesn’t just clean pores – it transforms your skincare routine with salon-quality exfoliation, extraction, and hydration. Gift this to someone who loves the results of a professional facial but craves the convenience of at-home care.
Founder: Jamie O’Banion has transformed BeautyBio from an innovative concept into an award-winning, industry-changing company. As CEO and Founder, she’s dedicated to developing tools and treatments that deliver professional-grade results at home. Her leadership has earned BeautyBio numerous accolades and a devoted following among those seeking genuine skincare solutions.
While the holidays offer a perfect moment to show our appreciation, these female founders remind us that everyday moments deserve celebrating too. Whether you’re treating yourself or shopping for someone who enriches your life, these founder-crafted treasures speak to a simple truth: the daily rituals that restore us are worth the investment.