30th Birthday Gift Ideas for Women
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When someone reaches their 30th birthday we often want to buy them a special gift as a way of celebrating it. It is not always easy though, to know what to buy them. We have therefore decided that we will help out and have put together a list of items that we feel might be useful to those searching for gift ideas. We have found all sorts of items that will appeal to people with different tastes and budgets that should inspire you so that you will be able to find a really good gift for the person you are buying for.
30th Birthday Presents for Females
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A pretty necklace can be a great gift and this one has three rings on it to symbolise the three decades the person has lived. It comes on a pretty card which explains the significance of the rings and it comes inside a gift box. It is made from 925 sterling silver which means that it is durable and it looks really good too. It is 50cm long and has a 5cm extender.
Keyrings can be useful items and this one could help keep keys together or be used as a bag charm. It has three pendants on it, one is a red wine glass, one a birthday cake and the other is a circular pendant engraved with ’30 and fabulous’. They are all made from stainless steel which means that they are durable and will not rust. It comes in a gift bag.
If you want something which is cheap then this cute heart sign could do the trick. It is made from wood and has ‘You’re not 30 you’re 3 perfect 10’s written on it in red with a balloon and streamers design behind. It has a cord on it so that it can be hung up too. It Is 10 cm x 10cm so is cute and small and is in a shabby chic style.
A pair of socks can be a really useful present and these funky ones say ‘simply the best 30 year old’ on them. They are black with orange cuff and heel and have blue stars on them. They are made from a cotton mix fabric which is comfortable and stretchy but has elasticity to keep the socks in place. They fit feet size 6-11 and are unisex. They are machine washable.
Bracelets can make great gifts and this morse code one is really unusual. It has a waxed cord which can be adjusted to fit different sizes of wrist and threaded on are different shapes of beads to spell out ‘thirty’ in morse code. The bracelet is on a card which explains what it means and then it is placed inside a gift box. The beads are made from sterling silver and therefore have a nice shine to them.
Mugs can be extremely useful and this one is funny as well. It is white ceramic and has a picture on it of a horse and a pole dancing unicorn. Above the horse it says ‘other 30 year olds’ and above the unicorn it says ‘me’. Great to give to a person with a sense of fun and adventure. The mug could be filled with gifts such as sweets or chocolates before giving it away.
This insulated metal tumbler can make a useful gift. It can be used to keep hot drinks warm and cold drinks cool. It is made from stainless steel and is a rose gold colour and says on it ’30 not a day over fabulous’ on it. It has a lid with a small hole to sip thorough or pop a straw through to make it less likely to spill. Comes with a straw and straw cleaner.
Candles can make a really lovely atmosphere in a room and this rose and violet-scented candle can do that for up to 35 hours. It comes in a pretty tin which is decorated in pink and gold foil dots and says on it ‘Happy 30th Birthday’ on the side and ’30 yay’ on the lid. It measures 8cm x 6.5cm and has a lid to keep in the scent until you need to use it.
A t-shirt can be a very useful gift and this black short-sleeved one is also a bit of fun as it says in it ‘Happy 30th Birthday A Queen was born’. It comes in sizes small – XXL and has a fitted waist so is flattering to wear. It is made from 100% cotton and is therefore soft and comfortable. It has a club-style collar and a regular fit and is machine washable.
If the person you are buying for likes to drink cold drinks – whether alcohol or soft drinks, this tumbler will do the job. It is a 17oz glass and says on it ‘cheers to 30 years’ on it in black and gold foil print with some dots around it. It measures 4.72 x 2.9 inches and holds 17oz. It is dishwasher safe and the pattern will not fade or wash away.
An apron can be a very practical gift and this black one is fun as well. Printed on it, in bright white lettering it says ‘It’s been 30 years in the making to get this good at baking’. It also has some hands holding whisks on it. It is made from 100% cotton and is 78cm long and has an adjustable neck loop and a tie back waist fastening which will fit most people.
A personalised gift can be really special and this coaster will be useful as well. It is white with a bunting design and says ‘Happy Birthday 30 [name] love from [name] xxx’. It is 9cm x 9cm and has a high gloss finish which means that it can be wiped clean. It has a wooden back which means that it is durable and it will protect the surface underneath it well.
A tote bag will always be useful but this one will make the user and people they see smile as well. This is because it says ’30 year old fart’ on it. It comes in a selection of colour options and is made from 100% cotton. It is 38cm x 42cm with a long handle which means that it can be carried on the shoulder. It has a 10-litre capacity so it can carry a big selection of things.
If you know someone that is a bit worried about turning thirty then this book might amuse them. It is called ‘Life after 30 – A Survival Guide for Women’ by Martin Baxendale. It is a funny book which describes some of the trials and tribulations that might be experienced after the age of thirty. It should bring a smile to anyone’s face, even if they can associate with some of the jokes inside.
Posters can make great gifts and this one has an art deco design on it showing an elegant woman on the telephone. It comes in a choice of sizes and you can choose for it to be sent framed or unframed. It would make a statement piece in a room and would be a great gift idea for someone that likes this era or this type of art or even has a room that will work with the main colours in the picture.
If someone is having a party for their 30th birthday then this crown could be a great gift for them. It is small and will perch on the head when secure with the under chin strap. It has ‘30’ clearly on it. It would be good for taking photos on the big day to remember what the occasion was, for zoom parties as well as for when seeing people on the day itself.
If you are buying a gift for someone that likes ornamental items then this blue glass bottle could be a fun thing to buy them. It says on it ’30 dazzle sparkle and shine’ on it. Inside there is a set of battery-powered LED lights which will make the bottle glow with star-shapes when it is switched on. It also comes with a gift tag tied around the neck for you to add a message.
A special necklace can make a great gift and this one has a special heart pendant. The heart pendant opens up to reveal a small heart inside which has ‘30th’ on it. The outside of one side of the outside heart pieces has cubic zirconia gemstones stuck on it in a pretty pink colour so that sparkles. It is made from sterling silver. The necklace is 50cm long with a 5cm extender.
Buying someone a beach towel could be a really fun and a memorable 30th birthday gift as well as an unusual one. This one is 31 x 51 inches in size and is made from blue microfibre. It says on it ‘It took me 30 years to look this good!’ It is a handy gift which could not only be used at the beach but also for swimming, sunbathing in the garden or general use.
Slippers can be a useful gift to give and these are not only cosy as they are made of velour but they say ’30 & flirty’ on them. They are white with a sparkling red print on them. They are sized 3-6 with a medium width. They are slip ons in a spa-style with open toes and back. They will be great for use in the home or a hotel and they are even hand washable.
Cushion covers can make great gifts and this one is a lot of fun as on it there is a unicorn picture with balloons and it says ’30 & still believe in unicorns!’ It is 40 x 40cm in size which means that it will fit over most standard sized cushions, although you may wish to buy an insert to go inside it. The fabric has a linen effect and is printed on one side only.
Photo frames can make great gifts for those people that like to display pictures. This one has a silver glitter effect to the frame and ‘Happy 30th’ printed on the front of it. It holds a 6 x 4 inch photo. You can choose whether to put in a photo or leave it empty so they can choose what to put in it. It is freestanding so can be easily put on a shelf or desk.
Pens can be very handy and may also be special and this silver pen certainly looks the part especially with its engraved chrome case. You can choose whatever message you wish to be engraved on it and the pen can also be engraved. The pen is 140mm x 17mm and the case is 155mm x 25mm x 30mm. You can pick your message and the font that you feel will look best.
It can be lovely to feel really pampered on your birthday and this pamper gift set will certainly allow that. It has a selection of pretty items including a vanilla latte coffee body scrub, gin and lime bath melt, pina colada bath melt, gin fizz shower smoothie, gin and lime scented candle and lime bath tea bag. The items all come together in a gift box which can be posted directly to the recipient.
No birthday cake is really finished without a reference to the person’s age on it, especially if they have a milestone birthday. This means that if you are making a cake for a 30-year-old, then you will need to look for something. This cake topper is extra special because it can be personalised with a name as well as an age. It is made from glitter card stock and is 18cm wide with a wooden pick to stick in the cake.
Chocoholics with love this special bouquet of Kinder chocolates. It includes many different products including Kinder Buenos, Kinder Happy Hippo (cocoa crème and milk & hazelnut), Kinder Surprise Egg, Kinder Minis, Choco Bons and Kinder Cereal bars. There are 15 chocolate bars in total and they come wrapped in paper with a bow and they can even be sent with a free personalised message if you are posting directly to the recipient.
Gift experiences can be a special way to give a gift. This one is a pamper experience and the recipient can choose from 1295 locations to have their treat. It is basically a voucher that they can exchange for an experience of their choice. They may decide to look for somewhere local or to travel to try out somewhere new. It is valid for two years from the date of purchase.
