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40 Best Gift Ideas for Your Partner, According to Someone Who Shops for a Living (Me)

Consider this your gift-shopping cheat sheet.

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I won’t lie, finding the perfect gift for your partner can be a struggle. And that’s coming from me, a shopping editor! So I can’t imagine the struggle of someone who doesn’t spend eight hours a day scrolling through hundreds of products! But have no fear, that’s what I get paid to do all day long, so I got ya covered with finding the best gifts for your significant other.

Whether you just started dating (congrats!), have been living together for years, or are doing the long-distance thing, the gift-giving process never seems to get easier. Luckily, there’s something for everyone in this extensive list—from tech and beauty gadgets to comfy clothes and loungewear, these presents are sure to get the stamp of approval.

Ahead, the best gifts for your significant other no matter the relationship stage.

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For some cool pics

CAMKORY Digital Camera

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Something about taking photos on a digital camera just makes them 1000x better. Sorry, I don’t make the rules. This Amazon-loved one is affordable and will do the trick to capture all your memories.

You seriously can’t go wrong with a top-tier, wireless speaker. Because who doesn’t like blasting music? Or podcasts? Or audiobooks? If they somehow don’t enjoy any of these, then… well… run.

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This memento is a super cute way to celebrate your first place together! Simply send in a photo of your home, and you’ll be partnered with an online designer who will create as many versions as you need until you find the perf one!

This lil craft is the cutest date night idea! Plus, you get some cute bar cart decor out of it. And not to worry, the cocktails all come printed on the napkins, so no art skills necessary.

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For the heavy sleeper

Hatch Restore 2

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If they are constantly waking up on the wrong side of the bed, this alarm clock will seriously change their (and your) life. Simply connect it to the app, and your room will soon be filled with sunrise-esque lighting, meditative sounds, and most importantly, no more blaring alarms.

Whether they’re a news junkie or not, this coffee table memento is an unfailing gift. Simply input their birthday, and every New York Times cover since the day they were born is compiled into a sleek book. You can even customize the hardcover with their name.

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Whether you started dating last week or last decade, there’s always more you can learn about your S.O.! Hence, this card game that lets ya get deep and intimate with a bunch of different prompts and questions.

Wanna treat them to a much-needed vacay? ResortPass has thousands of hotels, spas, and more that they can choose from with a gift card.

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For the LDR

LuvLink Lamp v2.0

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Do you live far away from your fave person? These colorful lights are super cute and will make your LDR a *little* bit easier! These lamps, which light up when the other person activates theirs, will make you feel closer together (even if you're not geographically).

Are you dating a self-care guru? Then they will LOVE this sauna blanket that lets them sweat it out all in the comfort of their home. It’s on the pricier side, but a good sweat is definitely worth it (especially if they let you borrow it).

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Dagne Dover bags are all the hype—and for good reason. They’re sturdy, weatherproof, and chic, so you can say goodbye to your partner’s busted up gym bag or fanny pack.

If comfy sweatshirts from Alo were the only gifts I ever received for the rest of my life, I’d be ecstatic. No joke, I live in my Alo hoodies and your partner will love the softness and simple style. Plus, you can steal it from them whenever you want!

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If pickleball has taken over their entire personality (relatable), then they need this bag that holds all their court essentials. It even has a pouch that perfectly fits a paddle! Doubles, anyone?

It’s probably time to upgrade from that drugstore soap. This musk-esque set comes with a deodorant, hand lotion, and body wash to complete their signature scent.

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This zodiac candle

Birthdate Co. Candle

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This candle is completely customized with their birthday—from the labeling down to the scent. It describes details and signs of their birth chart while the scent is personalized based on their sign’s vibe.

Whether they’re a Ralph Lauren stan or simply love a good cup of joe, this hat features the shop to rep. Bonus points if you give it to them alongside their go-to order.

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100 Dates Bucket List Scratch Poster
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Looking to spice up your date nights? This scratch-off poster is full of unique date ideas so your Friday nights never get old.

After years of gift-giving, you might feel stuck when it comes to giving a creative, thoughtful gift. This book is the perfect solution. It gives you plenty of fill-in-the-blank prompts about your favorite person. And hey, you know this is something they don't already have!

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These Bestselling Slippers

BRONAX Cloud Slippers

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Oh, these? Just one of the most popular gifts of the entire year! I mean, who wouldn't love a super comfortable pair of slippers??

Custom Night Sky Star Map
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Looking for a romantic relationship gift? This star map that captures the constellations on the night you two first met has a strong A Walk to Remember vibe written all over it.

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