15 Fantastic Gifts for Single Women - The American Spinster

What do you get for the single woman on your list? If she has everything, or you just don’t know her well, you might be stumped. That’s why I’ve created this list of 15 fantastic gifts for single women.

What to Buy a Single Woman

I don’t know about you, but when I’m stumped by what to get someone, I ask Google for ideas. “What to get for [fill in the blank demographic].” And list after list of ideas appear. But I noticed there’s not a whole lot out there for single folk. And a lot of people seem downright nervous about buying presents for us.

The good news is, I’ve created a list of lovely gifts for single women. Use this for women you don’t know very well, women who have everything, or women who don’t seem to want anything.

Ready? Here are my top 15 gifts for single women.

{Pst! You’re entering the part of this post where I share the gifts I personally recommend. Some of these are affiliate links, some are not, but all are products I love. Please see my affiliate disclaimer here.}

#15 – Pre-Colored Coloring Books

We were so delighted when coloring books for grown-ups hit the scene. But lord help us, we’ve all got more than we’ll ever be able to finish. Instead of giving your single friend yet another book to color, try this.

Powell’s pre-colored coloring books are a hilarious response to the adult coloring craze. This will work best with someone you know who already has everything she wants–including a stack of coloring books.

Perfect for: The woman who has it all.

#14 –  A Badass Calendar

Jen Sincero’s Badass book series didn’t make the best sellers list for nothing. Now you can get all that motivation in this page-a-day You Are a Badass Calendar. Your solo friend will feel like the unconquerable goddess she is with this daily dose of inspiration.

Perfect for: The woman who’s destined for greatness.

#13 – Snuggley Socks

This is a pretty standard “I have no idea what to get you” gift, but it doesn’t need to be. As long as you know one thing about her, you can get a pair of socks that match her interests.

Does she have a pup? Get her a pair of adorable dog socks. There’s a sock pattern for virtually everything in the world. Just avoid the typical winter sock patterns, and this can be a very thoughtful gift.

Perfect for: The woman who’s impossible to buy for.

#12 – Succulent Plants

We all know that one gal who loves plants but can’t seem to keep them alive. The last step before giving her an artificial ficus is a 5-pack of fully rooted succulents by Plants for Pets. These little guys need very minimal watering, indirect sunlight, and nothing else.

Perfect for: The woman who kills house plants like it’s her job.

#11 – A Door Security Bar

I mentioned this one in my last list, but it’s so good it’s worth repeating. The Master Lock Door Security Bar works best as a gift if you give it to someone you’re close to (or at least related to). I’ve used this club to keep uninvited maintenance workers from waltzing into my apartment for years. It’s never let me down.

Perfect for: Any woman who lives alone.

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#10 – An Audiobook Subscription

If you know a woman who has a long commute or who loves to read, but never has the time, give the gift of an audiobook subscription. Scribd is by far the best audiobook subscription service I’ve ever found. For a flat monthly fee, you get as many audio and e-books as you can handle.

Perfect for: The woman who loves to read but can’t find the time.

#9 – Christmas Ornaments

Like the snuggley socks idea, this is super easy to personalize. Is she a bookworm? Get a stack of books ornament. Does she love to run? Get her a runner’s ornament. If all else fails, you can always get an ornament with her name on it.

Perfect for: The woman who loves Christmas.

#8 – A Luxury Blanket

You just can’t go wrong with a warm, winter blanket. Go for something really plush and cruelty-free, like this Pinzon Faux Fur Throw Blanket.

Perfect for: The woman who always says she’s cold.

#7 – A Copy of Spinster: Making a Life of One’s Own

Kate Bolick’s brilliant book,  Spinster: Making a Life of One’s Own is required reading for every single woman, whether she chose the solo life or the solo life chose her.

Perfect for: The woman who’s flying solo.

#6 – A Planner

Staying organized is a challenge when you’re a working woman. Make your solo friend’s life a little easier with a Panda Planner (Daily Planner, Calendar and Gratitude Journal). This cute little office tool is sort of like a pre-filled bullet journal. If you know someone who likes keeping her life in order but doesn’t have time to journal, Panda Planner will be a welcomed gift.

Perfect for: The woman who’s always on the go.

#5 – A Mug Heater

Where has this been all of my adult life? This simple little mug warmer will keep your coffee or tea mug warm while you work.

Perfect for: The woman who loves her cup of joe.

#4 – A Toaster Oven

The thing about cooking for one is you really don’t need to heat the entire oven. I cook every meal in the microwave or the toaster oven. And let me tell you, I seriously love my toaster oven. It makes solo cooking so much more efficient.

Perfect for: The woman who loves to cook.

#3 – A Food Subscription Box

As I mentioned, I’m getting better about cooking lovingly for myself. But not every single woman has time to come home and prepare a meal for one. That’s where you come in with a food subscription box.

Perfect for: The woman who hates to cook.

#2 –  Some Singles Swag

I did a review of the Singles Swag subscription box earlier this year, and believe me when I tell you some of my single friends are getting Singles Swag for Christmas. What makes this such a great choice is it’s a gift that keeps on giving. Choose from a regular or petite box and monthly, 3 months, or 6 month subscription packages.

Perfect for: The woman who loves nice things.

#1 – A Monogram Door Hanger

Single ladies, no matter how enlightened we are, still tend to see themselves as half of a whole. Remind your solo friend that she’s enough all own her own by putting her name up, loud and proud. This metal sign from AJD Designs says “You’re kind of a big deal.”

Perfect for: The woman who needs a confidence boost.

Thanks for Reading!

Did you find anything helpful on this list? Anything I should add? Let me know in the comments below.