these colorful wineglasses
Estelle Colored Stemmed Wine Glasses
these colorful wineglasses
Estelle Colored Stemmed Wine Glasses
They’re not a regular 30-year-old, they’re a cool 30-year-old, so they deserve equally cool glassware. Far from boring, this set of six stemmed wine glasses also comes in lavender, mint green, yellow, blue, fuchsia, and more.
a super cozy blanket
Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Checkered Throw Blanket
a super cozy blanket
Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Checkered Throw Blanket
Yes, you can still go out in your 30s, but there is something to be said about learning to appreciate the beauty of staying in, cuddling up under the softest blanket ever known to man, and just enjoying your night in peace. This plush blanket is the perfect way to do so.
some brightening eye masks
Topicals Faded Under Eye Brightening & Clearing Eye Masks
some brightening eye masks
Topicals Faded Under Eye Brightening & Clearing Eye Masks
Now 20% Off
Warning: only give this gift if you add in a disclaimer that you're not telling your friend they have dark circles, you're just helping them embrace self-care as they turn the big 3-0.
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fancy headphones
Beats Studio Pro Wireless Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Headphones
fancy headphones
Beats Studio Pro Wireless Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Headphones
Now 43% Off
What better way to ring in your 30s than by receiving a gift that allows you to literally block out the entire world around you?
a 3-in-1 vase
Cloudnola Reversible Large Glass Flower Vase
a 3-in-1 vase
Cloudnola Reversible Large Glass Flower Vase
Home is where the heart is, but in your 30s, it's also where you can experiment with your style and home decor. Toast a new decade with this elegant, but fun vase that adds a touch of color and sophistication to any home!
a travel journal
Papier Travel Stamps
a travel journal
Papier Travel Stamps
Now 15% Off
Inspire your friend to go on all the travels they've ever dreamed of with this gorgeous travel journal. This is a great gift for anyone who loves traveling, but might need help staying organized enough to do it, as it has pages for packing lists, itineraries, and, of course, travel memories.
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a do-it-all pot
Our Place Perfect Pot
a do-it-all pot
Our Place Perfect Pot
For the millennial chef, this pot from Our Place is a practical gift that you’ll use pretty much every day. It comes with a wooden spoon and a roasting rack—because, yes, you can put this bb in the oven.
a luxe face oil
Allies of Skin CE15 Bakuchiol Firming Oil
a luxe face oil
Allies of Skin CE15 Bakuchiol Firming Oil
Don't get it twisted: 30 is still young, but it's not to soon to add a little anti-aging skincare into your routine, especially one as luxe as this Allies of Skin oil. It's expensive, yes, but worth every penny. (Trust me, a woman over the age of 30.)
a classic necklace
Ten Wilde Diamond Heart Bezel Necklace
a classic necklace
Ten Wilde Diamond Heart Bezel Necklace
Anyone in their thirties wants classic accessories they can wear both to the office and for casual outings. This on-trend yet still timeless necklace gives the best of both worlds.
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this wine aerator
Menu Wine Aerator Decanter
this wine aerator
Menu Wine Aerator Decanter
It’s time they start aerating their wine instead of drinking it straight from the bottle. Not only is this aerator-slash-decanter fun to use (you attach it to the bottle and flip it upside down), but it also gets the job done perfectly.
a luxe watch
Breda ‘Jane’ Gold and Metal Bracelet Watch
a luxe watch
Breda ‘Jane’ Gold and Metal Bracelet Watch
Help your friend boss TF up with a fancy watch, like this sleek bracelet watch from Breda. The gold works with anything in their wardrobe, and the black adds a chic contrast to their look.
this frozen drink machine
Nostalgia Frozen Drink Maker and Margarita Machine
this frozen drink machine
Nostalgia Frozen Drink Maker and Margarita Machine
Now 36% Off
Credit: AmazonBring vacation vibes to their home with this frozen drink maker. They can whip up slush drinks, daiquiris, and margaritas without having to pay an absurd amount of money or leave the comfort of their humble abode.
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this cute and convenient bag
Monos Metro Sling
this cute and convenient bag
Monos Metro Sling
Your 30s are all about being comfortable and chic, and this Monos Metro Sling bag is a great place to start. Made of vegan leather, this bag has a smooth, sophisticated look to it, paired with the ease and practicality of a more casual fanny pack. In other words: it's the perfect "Welcome to your 30s" accessory.
this quirky card
CENTRAL 23 30th Birthday Card for Friend - 'RIP Twenties'
this quirky card
CENTRAL 23 30th Birthday Card for Friend - 'RIP Twenties'
Credit: AmazonSimple and affordable, this thoughtful card will instantly put a smile on their face.
this soft, personalized robe
Pottery Barn White Waffle Weave Resort Robe
this soft, personalized robe
Pottery Barn White Waffle Weave Resort Robe
Credit: Pottery BarnYou'll strike gold with any gift that's self-care related, trust me on that one. And a monogrammed robe fits that bit bill 100 percent—plus it screams luxury.
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this compact massager
TheraGun Mini 2.0
this compact massager
TheraGun Mini 2.0
Credit: AmazonWith age comes aches and pains—it's just a fact! So it's safe to say you'll be really doing them a solid with this travel-friendly massage gun. It comes with three attachments and three speeds so they can personalize their at-home massage experience.
this high-tech hair tool
Pattern Beauty The Pattern Blow Dryer
this high-tech hair tool
Pattern Beauty The Pattern Blow Dryer
Designed specifically for people with curls, coils, and tight texture, this blow dryer from Tracee Ellis Ross’ haircare brand reduces dry time, smooths hair cuticles, and includes four clever attachments to help “shape, stretch, smooth, and define.”
a bougie candle
Diptyque Feu de Bois Wood Fire Candle
a bougie candle
Diptyque Feu de Bois Wood Fire Candle
Once you hit 30, the standards for candles goes wayyy up. Give ’em this fancy candle that smells oh-so divine, and they will love you forever.
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this coffee table book
A24 Moonlight Screenplay Book
this coffee table book
A24 Moonlight Screenplay Book
Credit: CourtesyIf you’re shopping for a film lover, look no further than this hardcover book, which includes the full screenplay of the acclaimed movie Moonlight. There are also acceptance speeches from its historic Oscars night.
an upgraded bath mat
West Elm Bolé Road Textiles Bath Mat
an upgraded bath mat
West Elm Bolé Road Textiles Bath Mat
Credit: CourtesyAnother aspect of your life that changes in your thirties is a desire to have ~nice things~ everywhere in your home, right down to the bath mat. Designed by Ethiopian artisans, these feature bright hues and patterns that can complement any space.
Olivia Truffaut-Wong is an editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers beauty, entertainment, and lifestyle. She loves finding and testing the best skincare products to recommend, like the best tinted sunscreens, and is always researching the best cat accessories for her fur baby. She has over 10 years of experience as an entertainment and culture writer and editor, and her work has been featured in The Cut, Refinery29, Teen Vogue, Polygon, Bustle, and more.
Megan Uy is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, where she searches for the best products in all things fashion, home, beauty, sex, gifts, and more, so you don’t have to. When she’s not writing for the site, she’s whipping up some cool and trendy content for the fashion section of the print magazine. She’s been with the brand since 2019 (when she was an itty-bitty editorial fellow), and she's also written for Delish, House Beautiful, and People. Follow her on Instagram to get some BTS of the editor life and chaotic NYC content. Also, feel free to hit her up if you ever wanna discuss the madness that is TikTok.
Hanna Flanagan is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, sharing her recommendations for everything from denim and eye creams to coffee mugs and silk sheets. Before joining Cosmopolitan, she wrote fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content at People (so, yes, she’s basically a professional product tester at this point). Follow her on Instagram for photos of Timothée Chalamet and #OOTD mirror pics.
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