Theragun Mini: A Short List of Stellar Gifts for Guys and Other Female Figures (with a Special Effect for Mom)
Believe it or not, it’s holiday shopping season already. Finding gifts for her can be difficult. To help you take holiday shopping off your to-do list, we’ve rounded up some stellar gifts for your mom, grandma, wife, girlfriend or any other female figure in your life. Whether it’s a tear-jerking gift for your significant other or something practical for Mom, these editor-approved picks have you covered. Need more gift ideas? You can check out our favorite gifts for guys or anyone else on your list.
If your headphones need to be upgraded or if you still use corded ones, Apple’s Airpods Pro feature noise cancellation, excellent Sound quality and a transparency option that help heighten the sounds around them and can be great for someone who’s experiencing any sort of noise around them.
The small, portable and affordable Theragun Mini is an innovative massage tool that we tested and found to alleviate tense muscles. For the busy, stressed-out mom, this is a thoughtful, practical gift.
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How to Make a Mom Happy? Filling-In-the-blank journals with an Apple AirTag for the Mom Who Is Never Lost
No matter how old you get, you’re never too old to tell your mom how much you love her. As a stocking stuffer or as part of a bigger gift, give this fill-in-the-blank journal.
Are they the kind of person who is never not losing stuff? Check out the Apple AirTag, the latest Apple device that they can slip into their purse or coat, or even clip onto their keys or luggage, that allows them to easily track their whereabouts. They can get turn-by-turn directions that will make sure they never lose their essentials if they have a newer iPhone model. Check out our review of it here.
A cozy blanket as a gift really needs no explanation. So good that it’s garnered nearly 400 5-star reviews at Nordstrom, this microfiber blanket is known to be ultra soft and warm.
Her favorite classic hoops with a twist. That’s why we’re huge fans of Mejuri’s Croissant Dôme Hoops — available in gold vermeil or sterling silver, these are a classy, minimalist earring that pairs well with any outfit.
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The Best Fitness Tracker of 2022 for Mom: A Gift Idea for She Who Needs More Exercise, or What Should She Gift Her Mom?
If Mom is looking to be more active this year, gift her our pick for the best fitness tracker of 2022. Our testing shows the FitBit Inspire 2 to be one of the best in its class.
An Underscored editor favorite, this petite Dutch oven from Great Jones is perfect for soups, stews and so much more. Plus, it’s safe to use on all types of stoves.
Swedish dishcloths are an eco-friendly way to replace paper towels in the kitchen. You can even throw these guys in the dishwasher or washing machine once they start smelling gross.
Gift her this ice roller to make her feel better in an instant. We don’t know what we did before buying ours.
The Lululemon Align are the best workout leggings because of their stretchiness and thick waistband, they don’t roll down.
This yoga mat has top marks in our testing because of its anti-slip grip that makes it ideal for hot yoga or extra-sweaty situations.
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The Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer, Silicone Stashers and Allbirds Runners: An eco-friendly alternative to plastic baggies
Yes, the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer is totally worth the price — we tried it ourselves and even named it the best luxury hair dryer. It does a phenomenal job at giving you salon-quality blowouts right at home. It is quiet and quick to protect hair from heat damage.
If Mom is an organized person, and looking to live a more green lifestyle, she will love the Silicone Stasher bags. We fell in love with them because they are an eco-friendly swap for plastic baggies, and you can even use them to make popcorn. Pro tip: They can use them to organize your toiletries when they travel too.
Some of the most comfortable sneakers on the market are the Allbirds Runners. The sneakers are particularly flexible and supportive, and truly engineered for all-day comfort. They are a perfect shoe for city trekking, day trips or long walks. They’re available in a men’s version too.
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Towards An Efficient Gift for Women: Dyson Airwrap, the Essential $75, and Sheets the Best of the Year
The Dyson Airwrap is the ultimate luxury present to get this year. While its almost $600 price tag is intimidating, we tried it ourselves and think it’s worth it. You can read our full thoughts here.
Nothing says winter luxury like a cashmere sweater. If you want to gift one this holiday season without breaking the bank, consider Naadam’s The Essential $75 option — available in a plethora of colors in sizes XXS to XXL.
If her bed needs an upgrade, we named the linen sheets the best of the year. You think linen is itchy, but they are incredibly soft and get softer with each wash. We love all the calming shades they come in too.
There’s something so special about a handwritten recipe passed down from one generation to the next. She can preserve that great dish forever by getting a family recipe board etched in her loved one’s handwriting.
Since we’ve all spent more time at home in the past two years than probably ever before, some ultra-soft, pretty pajamas will surely make them happy. These come in a lot of sweet colors and Patterns for a good price.
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The Best Espresso Machine of the Year: A Gift Idea for a Woman Who’s Looking For More Than One Fleece Perfection
An Underscored editor favorite, this adorable printed fleece jacket will keep them cozy all year round. If you can’t handle the variety of prints, it’s available in a lot of solid colors.
Charlotte Tilbury’s Pillow Talk collection is the perfect buttery pink shade. If you think it would look great on her, check out this eye and lip set that costs $55 and is already a fan of her.
For many people, it is better if you have a hint of salt. If your wife agrees, gift her this stunning set of tequila glasses crafted from Himalayan salt to make her next shots that much more festive. It’s a great touch to any home bar.
Experiences are sometimes the best gifts. If your wife’s favorite room is the kitchen and she’s always looking to try new recipes for the family, consider gifting her an online cooking class by Sur La Table that starts at just $29 per household. She can learn to make anything in less than two hours.
A cup of coffee feels like a mini gift each morning, so naturally they’d love to receive a machine that makes the cup that much more special. We know she’d love this De’Longhi machine, which we named the best espresso machine of the year.
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A Girlfriends’s Guide to Smart Dresses for Underscored Editors: The best women’s razor, the smooth operator starter kit and a gift idea for her
Would you like to get a real upgrade for their pajamas? This silk set is a favorite among Underscored editors and is machine-washable.
Billie has officially made shaving cool again thanks to a simplistic, affordable subscriptions and a razor that not only looks good, but works well too. That’s why we named it the best women’s razor, and recommend the brand’s Smooth Operator Starter Kit that features not only the razor, but a holder and refill blades as well as the brand’s shave cream and body lotion.
Nap dresses can be a good idea. This pick from Underscored-favorite brand Hill House Home helped spark the trend a few years ago, with its easy silhouettes, built-in pockets and simply adorable prints.
A thoughtful gift to your long distance girlfriend will be appreciated. With this friendship lamp, you can let her know you’re thinking of her by simply touching it.
Is she the kind of girl who wants to stay organized? Rifle Paper Co. is home to some of the cutest planners on the internet, including this bright floral one that spans from now until December 2023.
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The Best Travel Portable Speaker for Women: A Novel Type-Ideal Speaker for Underscored Men’s Health Issues and the Best Phone Trigger
The true slipper of the season are the true shoes for the dressed up person. We love that they’re available in neutral tones as well as bright pink and green too.
A new set of silky, soft sheets is truly the gift that just keeps on giving. Treat your partner to these sustainably sourced cooling sheets that are made of 100% Tencel lyocell fibers — a material made from a blend of eucalyptus and other woods — for a bedding experience that’s breathable and friendly to her skin and hair. They are an Underscored editor favorite.
She’ll always grab pizza, biscuits, ice cream and cheese if she’s looking for a kick in her food.
Maybe your girlfriend wants to be a TikTok star or simply wants to create content for a living. The best gift is a sturdy phone tripod and we named this one the best ring light on the market.
This portable speaker can be used for taking their music on the go or for singing in the shower. In fact, we think this is the best travel portable speaker out there.
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Olaplex No. 4 Shampoo, No. 5 Conditioner, Bearaby’s Weighted Blanket and Caraway Cookware Set
This set comes with Olaplex’s bestselling No. 4 shampoo and No. 5 conditioner. Together, they promise not only to leave your hair feeling silky soft, but to actually strengthen your strands by re-linking broken bonds. Read our Olaplex review here.
Bearaby’s weighted blanket is our favorite weighted blanket brand and it comes with plush and soft weighted blanket. Built with organic cotton and available in four different weights, this blanket can help keep you comfy and calm.
Reusable bags like the Baggu will make her grocery shopping considerably cooler and more eco-friendly. She can pack a lot of stuff in these nylon bags, which come in a wide range of cute patterns. Plus they can be packed away into a tiny little drawstring pouch for easy storage.
Every week you’ll get a question about your grandma’s life from Storyworth, and at the end of the year, your grandmother will receive a beautifully bound book. Our full review can be found here.
If Grandma’s been complaining about her dated cookware set all year long, now’s your chance to snag her a new one. The Caraway Cookware Set would be a lovely choice — not only for its assortment of vibrant, modern colors but for its reputation as top-notch pots and pans to cook just about anything with.
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Why does Grandma like the Automatic Pasta Maker Plus by Philips? Give her a Book of the Month and she’ll enjoy reading her favorite reads
Does Grandma have a sweet tooth? This ice cream maker is the best of the year. Even with being one of the cheapest it churned some of the best ice cream in the group.
The Automatic Pasta Maker Plus by Philips will make it easier for grandma to cook dinner. With this, she’ll just need to measure and add the ingredients in — then the machine, mixes, kneads and creates four pasta shapes: spaghetti, penne, fettuccine or lasagna.
It can be difficult to see loved ones when you are far apart, but it is easier with Nixplays sleek digital frame that users securely upload their photos from their phones or email.
If your gran is always raving about her newest read, give her a Book of the Month gift. Every month, she can choose from the five best books and have one delivered to her door. You can choose between three, six, and 12 month plans.
Right now at IT Cosmetics, take 25% off sitewide for the brand’s Friends and Family Sale. You can get a free gift with purchases over $100. Confidence in a Cream Supercharged and Confidence in an Eye Cream are two of the cult favorites that can be found at IT Cosmetics, if your skin care routine could use a refill or upgrade.
Best Online Sale Right Now for the Top-Of-The-Line Vitamix Instant-Read Thermometer and the Dyson V7 Advanced Origin Cordless Vacuum
Upgrade your smoothie game with a top-of-the-line Vitamix blender. This reconditioned 5300 model offers a high-performance motor, variable speed control and a pulse function, among a range of other premium features. If you’ve had your eye on one of these kitchen game changers, now’s a great time to buy the 5300 at over $100 off.
Good news for any holiday roasts on the calendar: Our top pick for the best instant-read meat thermometer is on sale right now. The Thermapen One was the fastest and most accurate thermometer we tested, and had the easiest-to-read display. You can score a big discount on the Black Friday preview sale at ThermoWorks.
The refurbished Bose headphones, earbuds, speakers, and other items are steeply discounted at eBay. You can get an extra 20% off some of the best headphones we have tested, like the 700s, Sleepbuds 2 and QuietComfort 45s, boasting sleek designs and incredible noise cancellation, by using code COUNTDOWN22 at checkout. Browse everything this promo has to offer now — you’ll be jamming out in no time.
The Dyson V7 Advanced Origin Cordless Vacuum is a great choice for people that are dealing with a lot of mess. As with all Dyson vacuums, the V7 offers top-of-the-line suction (meaning hair is no match for this machine) and whole-machine HEPA filtration. Today only, you can score $100 off this premium vacuum.
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Saving Extra $3$ on the Adidas Fleece and Joggers at Prime – The Blue Yeti, Always Pan and Perfect Pot at Our Place
The Adidas Fleece jackets and joggers are discounted now, so you have no excuse for not buying them. When you sign up for Amazon Prime, you’ll save an additional $3.
These bestselling silicone baking mats are nonstick, dishwasher-safe and a sustainable alternative to single-use aluminum foil or parchment paper. Right now a two-pack of mats is on sale for just $16, which makes them even more convenient to use, since they are easy to clean.
The Blue Yeti is the best mid-price microphone out there. The Blue Yeti offers superior sound quality and a number of helpful features. If you spend less than $125 on the brand mics, you will get 20% off your purchase, and if you spend more than $250, you will get 50% off. Use code Blue22US at the store to get a discount.
As the weather gets cooler and our stomachs begin to start to rumble for fall soups and roasted potatoes, Our Place is helping us get excited for a new season of vegetables with a massive sitewide sale. Right now the makers of the Always Pan and Perfect Pot are taking 25% off almost everything at the Fall Hard Sale. Deals on minis, cast iron, ovenware, tableware and more can be found in addition to the wares.
Adidas offers a wide range of products from new kicks to comfortable loungewear that will fit your workout routine. Right now you can get up to 65% off thousands of items in addition to an extra 30% off and top-notch styles for men, women and kids. Just use code OCTOBER at checkout to score these savings — and don’t hesitate, because the sale ends Thursday.
Today, you’ll find a deal on our favorite mesh Wi-Fi router, a discounted Shark vacuum and savings on our favorite eco-friendly nonstick pan. All that and more below.
GE Profile Opal Ice Makers: 20% off Sitewide and 25% Off Orders Over $1,000 at Aurate, 25% off Underwear, and 25% off an Ottoman
• Treat yourself or a loved one to high-quality jewelry from Aurate. Now through Oct. 26, the brand is offering 30% off sitewide and 35% off orders over $1,000 — the brand’s biggest sale of the year.
Readers who do not score high can still get an exclusive 15% discount on all coffees through the end of the year. Just use the code CNN15 to score the savings.
If you are a person who does not like their ice, you may be able to get it at home for less with these deals on GE Profile Opal ice makers.
• Now through Oct. 31, you can score 30% of period-proof underwear sitewide at Proof. Code TREAT30 can be used for anything from leakproof underwear to boy shorts.
• Now through Oct. 31, Homebody is offering 25% off an ottoman with the purchase of the brand’s bestselling modular couch. Go with code OTTO25 at checkout.