The 27 best gift cards to give anyone in your life

For that long-distance pal you'd always give a ride to the airport under different geographic circumstances, this Lyft gift card can function as your stand-in. 

Sometimes the person who "doesn't need anything" has a pet who does need something. Let them spoil their furbaby on your dime, because that's the gift all pet parents really want anyway.

Grocery delivery might not be a very romantic or personalized gift idea, but it's universally useful. If your gift recipient doesn't currently use a grocery delivery service, swiping this card (virtually, of course) will feel so luxurious.

Whether they just moved into a new home or have been talking about wanting to redecorate, a Williams Sonoma gift card can help with that. The store offers home decor, kitchen appliances, and furniture for every room in the house. Psst, it makes a great housewarming gift! 

A top player in the luxury bedding industry, Brooklinen has a strong following. Everyone’s gaga over the brand’s luxe sheet, duvets and cozy loungewear. As the company has grown, it has introduced affordable modern furniture and wall art too. Plenty to choose from at whatever amount you want to give.

The name Sorel is synonymous with rugged footwear that’s also high on style. The brand’s snow and rain boots have tough, weatherproof outers and chunky, treaded, all-terrain soles — and they all bear the signature polar bear logo. Your recipient can also shop warm and fuzzy slippers, sneakers and sandals.

The activewear giant carries everything needed for outdoor adventure — or simply to brave the cold: fleeces, down jackets, beanies, joggers, hiking boots and more. They even carry cute, outdoorsy accessories, like an insulated wine tumbler, camping cookware and all kinds of bags and backpacks. Great for outdoorsy folks.

This one-stop shop for luxury bedding and bath products — think buttery-soft sheets, pillows, duvets, towels and more — recently decided to get in on the bed-in-a-box mattress game too. In 2019, Parachute launched a 100-percent organic cotton coil mattress. The brand also sells chic home accessories like candles and dinnerware. 

In the world of beauty, it’s hard to find a brand more esteemed than Ulta, and for good reason. Shoppers can get their glam on from head to toe thanks to the brand’s exhaustive inventory of products to pamper their skin, nails, and hair, plus makeup from beloved brands like bareMinerals and Mac. 

Well, it's time that you let 'em take the reins. Sephora has a huge selection of viral favorites from the brands she's been eyeing — Drunk Elephant, Laneige, Kosas and so many more. 

You can keep it in your wallet or load it onto your app, but a Starbucks gift card will satisfy your caffeine craving no matter where you are. Fancy coffee can feel like an indulgence, but a sweet gift like this will make a venti soy latte with an espresso shot feel like a guilt-free treat any day of the week. Of course, you can pick up a scone or a cake pop while you’re at it too.

The resource for sustainable, well-made, sophisticated basics, Everlane makes it easy to love shopping with them. Not only are their items effortlessly chic — we’re talking sweaters, denim, dresses, bags and more that will make you feel high-end overnight — but the brand makes environmentalism a real priority.

When in doubt, Amazon (if that’s not an actual saying, it needs to become one, stat!). The internet’s biggest and most exhaustive megastore sells gift cards too, and it can be used to redeem anything from clothing and housewares to electronics and e-books. And because Amazon is known for its industry-best prices and quick, convenient delivery, there’s nothing not to love.

What better gift is there than a day at the spa? Let your gift recipient choose a massage, facial or any other kind of spa treatment in the area with a Spafinder gift card, which can also be used on-site to buy luxe products by brands like SpaRitual and Pure Fiji.

If you want to support independent artists this holiday season, a Red Bubble gift card is the way to go. The site sells all kinds of quirky stuff emblazoned with the designs of creative individuals. Think wall art, smartphone cases, aprons, throw pillows and even fun socks. The options are effortlessly unique and unbelievably affordable. If you prefer, you can pick a design first then see which products are available in that print.

Whoever suggested that new workout wear is the key to hitting the gym might be onto something. When you know you look good, you feel good. And the best part? Alongside Athleta stores, you can also use this gift card at Old Navy, Gap or Banana Republic.

For your outdoor enthusiast friend, a REI gift card can help cover the costs of pricey camping gear, outdoor apparel or sports equipment. You have the option of sending a physical gift card or instant digital e-gift card.

The world is their oyster — and with this gift card, they'll get access to some of the most beautiful destinations around the globe. They can put it toward their stay or activities during an upcoming vacation or if you're really generous, then it might just cover everything.

Ordering takeout is way too easy these days. Make it even easier for someone you love with a Grubhub gift card. The meal delivery service works with more than 300,000 restaurants in more than 4,000 cities. Search by restaurant or cuisine — or get even more granular searching by food item. Whatever you crave, you can find it on Grubhub.

Movies aren’t cheap these days. Gifting your loved one a night to the movies is a thoughtful gesture, especially if they're a bit of a movie buff. Throw in some extra cash so they can buy some snacks and drinks too!

BaubleBar is a mecca for jewelry of all styles, from dainty stackable rings to statement-making hoop earrings. The site includes a range of price points too. They have fine jewelry for fans of solid gold or gold vermeil, but they also carry lower-end fashion jewelry for folks who like to switch it up on a whim. Baublebar also makes custom items. In addition to buying printed or digital gift cards, you can design your own physical gift card!

There’s no end to the quirkiness you’ll discover at Uncommon Goods — after all, it’s right there in the name. A gift certificate (of course, they don’t even call it a card) can score you things as mildly whimsical as wall-mounted chess boards and beer-chilling coasters to items that are totally out there in the best possible ways — things like velociraptor garden sculptures and smartphone-controlled paper airplanes. 

This activewear brand is all about outfitting people to move freely and comfortably so they can keep their endorphins pumping. Outdoor Voices makes cozy, high-quality, supportive yoga pants, sports bras, joggers, jackets and more. You can even shop by fabric, and there are many specialty materials to choose from, including fabrics that are moisture-wicking, lightweight, water-resistant and recycled.

Love comfy, walkable shoes? Honestly, who doesn’t? Allbirds has mastered the art of producing stylish, supportive footwear, and it has the fan base to prove it. Slip-on sneakers made of merino wool, boat shoes built to conform to your foot and water-resistant running shoes are just some of its prime offerings. Also available: insoles to make your comfy shoes even comfier.

This household name is appealing to anyone who loves cozy clothing, rustic home decor, outdoor adventure gear or an iconic nautical tote bag. Shoes? Slippers? L.L. Bean has those too — and there’s nothing quite like an authentic fleece from this beloved brand. The great outdoors is even greater with an L.L. Bean gift card.