Gifts for Women Who Love the Beach

You know who this gift guide is for — her social media posts are full of pictures from the beach, talk of upcoming plans to go to the beach, or just posts about her fervent desire to get back to the beach as soon as she can. Whether you're gifting her with a bit of beachy decor she can keep at home or practical and fun items she can take with her on her many jaunts to the sand, sun, and surf, our list of beach-inspired gifts is full of perfect ideas for your beach-lovin' babe. 

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$63 from Etsy

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This pendant is gorgeous in its own right but add in the fact that it is bioluminescent in the dark and it'll be a one-of-a-kind gift that she'll cherish for years. It comes strung on a suede strap that can be customized in length and color.

$14 from Amazon

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Get a seriously beachy vibe into her backyard with this 10-foot strand of LED lights designed to mimic sea glass but made of sturdier acrylic. The set comes with a wireless remote control that includes a built-in timer and multiple flicker options. Can be powered by batteries or USB. 

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$85 from Uncommon Goods

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This is a perfect kitchen addition for any home that has a beachy, nautical vibe. Starting with a maple plank, Maine artist Meghan Surette gives these 15-by-6-inch platters a realistic ocean design using resin and epoxy pigments. 

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$25 from Uncommon Goods

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This five-piece spa set includes a mineral bath salt, sugar shower scrub, hydrating lotion, calming body mist, and lip balm — all "naturally scented with essential oils that recall a sunny day at the beach."

$85/box from Beachly

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Beachly is a quarterly subscription service that delivers high-quality beach apparel and accessories in each shipment. When your surfer gal (or wannabe surfer gal) opens her box, she can expect to find clothing, jewelry, coastal home decor, skin and hair care products, and more.

$29 from Etsy

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This minimalist statement ring is handmade and includes a sun and wave design that is sure to please any beach-loving gal. The item is made to order and takes a few weeks to be delivered, so be sure to order early if you want it in time for the holidays.

$50 from Natural Life

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Every beach-loving lady needs a decent place to perch herself at the beach, and this well-rated beach chair gives her a cushioned place to do just that. It folds up, has a detachable shoulder strap, and a built-in pocket gives her a place to store a phone, sunscreen, and more.

$35 from Amazon

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Every sand- and salt-lover knows you have to pack some refreshments to get the most out of your beach day. This insulated bag — in three colorful and fun designs — is large enough to hold wine or Champagne bottles and includes both a shoulder strap and top handle.

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$15 from Etsy

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When she can't get to the beach, these wine glasses bring a bit of the beach to her. Each is handmade by Etsy seller Wendy's Shell Designs using FDA-compliant epoxy resin, and each is a bit different from the next. If you think she'd prefer something a little more wildlife-inspired, we also love these sea turtle-themed glasses available on Amazon.

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$48 from Natural Life

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This fast-drying, absorbent, and sand-free towel is huge and plush, meaning it will quickly become her favorite coverup as well as a way of proclaiming her love of the beach. Buyers say it is super-soft and packs small for a towel of its size (63 inches square). 

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$40 from Amazon

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Every dedicated beachgoer needs a decent umbrella to help hide from the sun at times, and we love this option for its great customer ratings and the number of styles it comes in. The umbrella has 100% UV protection, has an adjustable-tilt design, and comes with a carrying bag.

$40 from Amazon

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If the beach-lover in question has a bit of kid-like playfulness still in her, she'll likely love this set that includes pieces for a surf shack, lighthouse, and a pool house. 

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$27 from Amazon

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The beach is lovely, but it's not exactly built for keeping drinks upright. So, thank goodness for the person who invented the beach cup holder, which has a spike that digs into the sand for stability and elevates your beverage to keep it sand-free. We like this set because it comes in fun colors and includes a back compartment that can also hold phones, sunglasses, etc. 

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$15 and up from Amazon

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With nearly 35,000 ratings giving it 4.7 stars, this candle apparently is just what many beach-loving peeps are looking for. Its scent has hints of saltwater and sea musk "warmed with sunny notes of tangerine and orange blossom" and it comes in a few different sizes. 

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$60 and up from Personal Prints

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Spell out her name — or any word of choice — using gorgeous coastal letter-themed photography. The finished product can be block-mounted or printed on a framed canvas.

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$45/month and up from Cratejoy

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This subscription gift service claims that it will "make a beach babe's month" with each shipment. The box includes five to eight items featuring beachy decor, self-care items, shells, sea glass, and more. 

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$50 from Amazon

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What's the sand, sun, and surf without some tunes to get things really rockin'? We love this portable waterproof speaker because it has great reviews (4.8 stars with nearly 40,000 ratings), comes in a bunch of fun colors, and includes a clip that she can easily attach to a beach tote.

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$27 from Kiehl's

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Even the most veteran beach babes sometimes get a little too much UV action. For when that happens, she'll appreciate a bottle of this cooling and hydrating facial mist that can be used whenever she's feeling a little too sun-drenched.

$29 from Amazon

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A beach-loving woman almost inevitably loves some naturally tousled waves in her hair, and this product from R+Co gives her just that. Buyers say it doesn't leave the sticky, crunchy feeling that similar products do.

$30 from Olander Earthworks

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If she loves playing in the sand almost as much as she loves welcoming the waves, she'll almost certainly be into a sand sphere, which is a hypnotically cool way to manipulate sand and comes in a number of different sizes and patterns. She can take these with her to the beach, but if you really want to impress her, consider also purchasing a sand tray and the company's "fine crystalline sand."

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$17 from Etsy

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This gift brings a bit of the beach to her other sanctuary — home — and lets her put the scene together however she chooses. The kit includes a terrarium, an air plant, a small pink urchin, two seashells, two dried flowers, sand, and some smaller shells and beach pebbles. 

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$37 from Urban Outfitters

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This light and sound projector also brings a bit of the beach vibe home by projecting waves onto the walls and ceiling. It also includes soothing ocean sounds and can be powered via USB.

$48-$69 from Aloha Collection

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A durable beach tote with lots of functionality is a must for any beach lover, and we love the selection available through the Aloha Collection, which includes lots of patterns and four different styles. There are 64 options in total at the site.

$35 from Amazon

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The beach is meant to be soothing and relaxing, so why should she settle for anything less than total comfort. To that end, gift her one of these inflatable beach pillows so she can snooze between swims or just relax between romps. The pillow comes with its own carrying case.

$32 from Amazon

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This 150-page hardcover book from Gray Malin features beaches in more than 20 cities across six continents. Buyers call it a "visual escape" that's perfect for anyone "missing those sandy shores and salty air." If you'd rather support independent bookstores, you can also get the book from bookshop.org, though you'll pay just a bit more.

$23 and up from Amazon

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A practical beach hat should be part of any beach lover's repertoire, and this one comes in a few colors, has stellar ratings, and includes UV protection. It's got a foldable brim that makes it easy to stash in a beach tote and includes a removable chin strap, moisture-wicking sweatband, and an adjustable sizing strap inside the sweatband.