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Today’s blog post is all about special Christmas gift ideas for friends that they will use and appreciate for years to come. Looking for thoughtful Christmas gifts your friends will actually use, and not just toss in a drawer? This post is packed with practical, pretty, and Pinterest-worthy gift ideas that will make your besties feel so appreciated.

These are the kinds of gifts they’ll remember you for: beautiful, useful, and perfect for the season. Whether you’re shopping for your brunch buddy, gym girlie, or long-distance best friend, you’ll find something special here. The picks are linked on Amazon, and the tiles show the exact items.

Shopping early? My Early Black Friday Picks: The Western Chic Edit has the belts, fringe jackets and boots I’ve linked on LTK for the holidays.

1. Copper casserole dish

A timeless kitchen piece that’s both practical and beautiful. Perfect for holiday baking or cozy dinner nights. Copper Tuffen Casserole Dish

2. Dinnerware set

A new dinnerware set is a very useful gift any friend of yours will appreciate, there's just something so tasteful about gifting someone dinnerware. Similar style: JoyJolt Mesa 18-Piece Stoneware Dinnerware Set, Matte Beige

3. Fabric napkins

Similar style: Hearth & Hand with Magnolia Christmas Plaid Napkins, Red, Set of 4

4. Christmas cookbook

Create memories with your friends by gifting this Christmas movie cookbook maybe you can even have a Christmas party where you cook some of these recipes while watching Christmas classics together. The Christmas Movie Cookbook

5. Table vase

A vase is another gift any friend will love especially if it is someone who loves seasonal decor. Spode Christmas Tree 32 oz Porcelain Jug

6. Cooking pots

Everyone loves Le Creuset Pots but this one is very special as it is very festive yet classic. Your friend will definitely appreciate this. Le Creuset Mini Cocotte with Star Knob (Cerise)

7. New martini glasses

Similar style: Threshold Entertaining Martini Glasses, Set of 4

8. Etagère (tiered stand)

Similar style: Threshold Porcelain Dessert Stand, White

9. New wine glasses

Similar style: Riedel Vivant Red Wine Glasses, Set of 4

10. Makeup bag

I own this makeup bag and it is the best one and most practical one I've ever owned. Any friend of yours will love this makeup bag for years to come. Similar style: Sonia Kashuk Double Compartment Travel Toiletry Bag

11. Perfume

If you know what your friend's favorite perfume scent is then it's best to get them a refill. But if you want to get your friend something new then one of my favorite options is Peony and Blush Suede by Jo Malone. Jo Malone Peony & Blush Suede Cologne

12. Bath salt

Any friend will appreciate it if you gift them something in the beauty or self-care category. This honey and milk bath will help them wind down and relax when they need to. Similar style: Dr Teal’s Epsom Salt Soak, Eucalyptus & Spearmint, 3 lb

13. Silk scarf

If you are a frequent reader of this blog then you know that silk scarves are the most elegant way to embellish any outfit. Get your friend a "petit plaisir" and spoil her with a high-quality silk scarf. Coach Horse & Carriage Silk Square Scarf

14. Cashmere scarf

Hickey Freeman 100% Cashmere Scarf

15. Earrings

Chunky Gold Rope Disc Earrings

16. Fancy pen

A fancy pen will come in handy for anyone who needs to write or sign something on the go. This is something my mom gifted me and my sister when we turned 12 and we both still have the pens. A high-quality pen will last a lifetime and let's be real, who doesn't need a pen all the time? Swarovski Crystalline Ballpoint Pen (Rose Gold)

17. New watch

Similar style: Square Roman Numeral Watch

18. Leather bag

Every girl needs a high-quality leather bag to carry all the necessities around in. Similar style: A New Day Satchel Crossbody Bag, Tan

19. House slippers

UGG Women’s Scuffette II Slipper

20. Silk pajamas

Ekouaer Satin Pajama Short Set

21. Silk robe

A silk robe is something any fancy friend will definitely appreciate because a girl can never have enough silk robes to lounge around the house in. Ekouaer Long Satin Robe

22. New sneakers

Any athletic friend will be thankful if you get her some new sneakers. Whether it is running shoes or anything else that she specifically needs. They are every athletic person's necessity and maybe she even collects a certain kind. Veja Women’s Impala Sneakers Veja Impala Sneakers

23. Yoga mat

Similar style: All In Motion 1-Inch Foldable Yoga Mat

24. Stanley cup

The all-famous Stanley Cup is something your friend either already has or has wanted for a long time. In either case, she will be thankful to be gifted one. Because you can never have enough Stanley cups right? STANLEY Quencher H2.0 Tumbler, 40 oz (Frost)

25. Headphones

Every athletic person needs headphones so maybe it's time for an upgrade. One of the more practical Christmas Gift Ideas For Friends. Sonos Ace Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones, White

26. Weights

WeGym Square Dumbbells

27. Hydro flask

If your Friend isn't too keen on Stanley's then she will love the hydro flask which is another great alternative. As any sporty person knows, hydration is important. Similar style: Hydro Flask 24 oz Wide Mouth Flex Straw Bottle, Agave

I really hope you were able to find the perfect Christmas gift for your friend and I hope you’ll have a lovely holiday season ahead.

Shopping for a Western-chic girl too? My Western Chic Gift Guide has the buckle belts, boots and cozy layers I’ve tagged on LTK this season.

(I’m also the founder of American Darling, Western chic loungewear. Nothing from it is linked in this post.)

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