22 best gifts for sisters for 2025 to show your love on any occasion

Overnight and weekend trips are about to get a whole lot easier with Calpak's Luka Duffel. This thoughtfully designed bag has compartments for your laptop, dirty shoes and water bottle with plenty of room to spare. It comes in over 10 shades, but this limited-edition celery color feels so fresh. It has a hidden, compartment in the bottom that is perfect for dirty shoes, wet beach clothes... or a few days' worth of clothes that got dirty during your travels.

Yahoo Shopping Editor Sarah Weldon says the Luka Duffel "completely changed" how she travels and she's even nicknamed the style her "own personal Mary Poppins bag — but a lot chicer."

Our Senior Beauty Editor Jennifer Romolini has tested and reviewed the best anti-aging products, and she went so far as to say that "Solawave is the hottest name in skin care tech." The cult-favorite facial wand uses heat and light therapy, along with therapeutic massage, to help reduce the appearance of dark spots, fine lines, wrinkles, dark circles and overall puffiness. Opt for the bundle, which comes with the brand's activating serum — on sale for 35% off right now.

There's no denying that water bottles are the It accessory of the year. And while everyone may have a Stanley, don't overlook the Owala FreeSip when gifting this year. A favorite of Yahoo Home & Garden Writer Kristin Granero, this water bottle boasts a straw and spout lid, and it snaps closed, so you don't have to worry about any leaks.

I've been a Book of the Month member on and off over the years and in that time, I've read titles from big names like Emily Henry and Taylor Jenkins Reid to newcomers like Casey McQuiston. It's introduced me to some of my favorite reads of all time, which is why I've been singing its praises for years. 

I'm a loyal Kindle user who prefers to read e-books, but there's something special — nostalgic, even — about getting a hardcover book in my mailbox each month. But if you're short on space (same!), then they also have an audiobook option. Know a bookworm or someone who's vowed to read more in the year ahead? Send them a gift card via email or print it out if you'd rather stick something underneath the tree. 

Now here's something I carry daily, whether I'm mere minutes from home or halfway across the world. Luckily, I've never had to use it, but it gives me and my loved one peace of mind knowing that I have some kind of defense if I'm ever in an uncomfortable situation. Attach this personal safety alarm to a key chain, then pull out the top pin to activate a loud siren and flashing strobe light — both of which draw attention and hopefully ward off any threats. 

Crescent bags are having a moment. This nylon one "reached an all-time high in 2023" — likely because of its affordable price point (around $20), water-repellent finish and unisex design. "The perfect size for running errands for the day, with plenty of room for a phone and water. Very lightweight," one happy shopper wrote. 

So, every day? When the last thing she wants to do is set foot in the kitchen, she can flip through this cookbook to find Caroline Chambers's quick and painless recipes (like Peanutty Pork and Brussels) that'll feed the whole crew in no time. It's full of easy swaps and clever shortcuts, so she can work with whatever she's got (even if it's a half-empty fridge).

Sure, you may tell your sister everything, but when's the last time you actually divulged how she really makes you feel? Well, now's your chance: Fill in the pages of this book with all the things you love most about her, along with some of your highlights over the years.

She can't go anywhere without her "big dumb cup." (Psst, those are Saturday Night Live's words, not ours.) Not only will this silicone flower topper make her Stanley Quencher stand out from the rest, but it'll keep her tumbler from spilling and prevent dust or dirt from contaminating her drink. Get four in a pack, so she can swap out the colors whenever she wants. 

If you've been on TikTok lately, then you know that these terrycloth headbands are an integral part of any self-care routine. Instead of getting her pretty locks wet or caked with makeup, she can simply push 'em back and carry on. Snag a two-pack that includes her favorite color — pastel pink, baby blue, lavender, you name it — and then keep the other for yourself. Shh, we won't tell.

Bring her back to the Laura Ashley days of your younger years with this quilted bag trio, available in 10 ditsy floral designs. She'll be able to divvy her skincare and makeup essentials into three bags — the one with a handle is big enough to hold larger toiletries, the middle size works well for everyday products and the smaller one is perfect for on-the-go faves.

Skin care is personal, but that doesn't mean it should be avoided altogether as a gift idea. Unlike other popular eye masks, these reusable ones (yep, for the sustainable sisters out there) can be used with any water- or gel-based products that she already owns. Wash them with a little soap and water after each use, then enjoy them for up to a year. 

She's not the type to go out and buy brand-new glassware, but that's what sisters are for. Scoop up this set of tortoise-inspired glasses in both sizes (12 and 20 ounces) so her bar is stocked and ready to go. They come in boxes of four, but you can always pick up a few extra glasses in each size if you want an odd number.

I'll let you two debate who actually comes out on top, but I think that if she's the one being celebrated, then she's the favorite … for now. At the very least, this baseball cap (available in black, white and seven other colors) makes a solid conversation starter, especially when the rest of the family catches a glimpse. 

Send your faraway sister a hug in a box. It comes stocked with all the makings for a cozy night at home — fuzzy socks, tea, honey, cinnamon sticks and a ceramic mug. Want to bookmark some other premade gift boxes for the future? I rounded up a list of the best gift baskets from Amazon, Harry & David and more. 

This ceramic flower is cute and all, but it also serves a purpose. The divots in the petals collect water for pollinators to drink, while the flower's center is the perfect place for butterflies to perch. (Psst, there's more where this rec came from. I turned to actual gardeners to come up with this list of the best gifts for anyone with a green thumb.)

Executive Tech Editor Rick Broida said he can't live without his Ember smart mug, and, well, same. But he recently gave this battery-powered contender, which tends to run about $50 less, his stamp of approval in an in-depth review. No Bluetooth or app to toy with, just three temperature settings — warm (135° Fahrenheit), hot (140°) and piping (145°) — to choose among. Looking for another option? Check out our review of the best heated coffee mugs.

Did she pick up a random air fryer when the craze started a few years back? Well, it's time to upgrade her to the best one on the market, at least according to our most recent tests. This stainless steel beauty has five functions — air fry, roast, bake, broil and warm — and Home and Garden Writer Kristin Granero found that "everything came out right on time in juicy-on-the-inside, crispy-on-the-outside fashion." With a six-quart capacity, it's big enough to feed the whole family "while looking non-clunky" on your counter. 

The best hair products can only do so much to combat chlorine, heavy metals and other unwanted contaminants in your water. This showerhead filters out all the bad stuff, leaving hair feeling (and looking) silkier, stronger and healthier overall. "It was super easy to install (they include all the necessary tools) and the water pressure was just what my old shower head was lacking," one apartment renter wrote.

Nobody — your sister included — ever seems to indulge in a pair of quality pajamas for themselves. This ultra-soft jersey knit pair, which comes in 22 colors, is well worth your money, though. "I’ve washed them a number of times and they are still like new, no fading or wrinkling," one well-rested (and well-dressed) shopper wrote, adding that the "fit was on point."

A slip-on sneaker that's just as supportive as it is stylish? I'm sold. Our fashion expert Rebecca Carhart called them "the most structured and supportive sneakers I've ever worn," claiming that they were comfortable straight out of the box, with no break-in period needed." Hundreds of other Kizik shoppers echo her sentiment, with one five-star fan raving that the "insoles are removable and machine-washable, which is fantastic."

You and your sister are better together — and this gold vermeil necklace symbolizes exactly that. Get two necklaces — one for her, one for you — for the price of one. Like the best friend necklaces you had as kids, but much chicer.