8 Unique Gifts for a Best Friend
In honour of best friends, Jin Designs has selected 8 unique gift ideas to give to a special friend no matter the occasion. If your best friend has a home they love, or is planning to move into one soon, our homeware and animal themed gifts are perfect for all ages, occasions, and genders.
The history of friendship goes back for thousands of years. In Ancient times, men sought the friendship of other men to discuss the way of the world, philosophy, and politics. Trust and camaraderie were as important to our ancestors as they are to us today.
Women sought close friendships from other women, especially in times need. Being neighbourly was encouraged by society and celebrated. These relationships are still vital to us as a species. Even in the animal kingdom, a best friend or two is important.
Best friends come in all shapes and sizes. They can be a member of our family or someone we have known since school. A best friend can be someone we have known only recently too, but a special connection has been formed with them. We can be friends with someone online we have never met in person or have a best friend who lives thousands of miles away.
Studies have shown that best friendships can have a positive impact on our mental health and wellbeing. We laugh more with our best friends and feel supported and understood when things are difficult. We feel our lives are richer because of them.
The best gift for your ‘bestie’ or BFF, (best friend forever as some people refer to them as) is the one that is sent with love and gratitude. It could be for a birthday, anniversary, moving to a new home, or a simple ‘thank you’ for listening, watering the plants, making me smile and for being the best of friends.
There's a bit of background to giving gifts which is covered in more detail in Why do we give gifts but in the meantime, here's 8 unique gift ideas for a best friend, alongside the reasons why you might want to consider them.
1. The Symbolism of Giving a Mug
How many times have you sat with your best friend with a mug of tea or coffee mulling over life? Just that simple gesture of holding a mug in your hands can put the world to rights or offer a pause in matters of the heart.
Jin Designs Mugs are a perfect gift for a best friend who shares a love of hot beverages and simple and stylish designs. The mugs are made to a high standard with the design decorated by hand onto white fine bone china. Most designs are available in two sizes - Standard and Large. You can even buy a 2 mug gift set, so you could have one each.
Over 60% of people, according to research, said that they feel a personal connection to their favourite mug. By choosing one from our animal themed collections, you will be certain to find a mug for your best friend. A mug is a simple way to say ‘thank you’ for being a best friend. It is a practical and meaningful gift.
When your dear friend drinks from it, they will know that you took the time to think about them and will be reminded of the message behind the present.
You can find out more about gifting mugs in 5 reasons why giving a mug as a gift is a perfect idea
2. How a Mini Tray can make your best friend smile
When was the last time your bestie smiled? If it has been a while, then this gift is bound to bring a smile to their face.
For a small dish, Jin Designs Mini Tray is a versatile present to give! It is British made and dishwasher and microwave safe.
If your best friend loves to entertain or get cosy when you visit, the mini tray can be used for nibbles or your favourite sweets and cake to be presented on. It can be matched or coordinated with mugs or plates from Jin Designs Collections.
Other uses for this stylish gift include keeping keys and watches in one place and for jewellery. They can even be used for soap!
They are suitable for every occasion as a present and for a best friend who loves to add character to their home.
- The best present for a Best Friend’s desk
Most of us have a best friend who works from home or has a desk or workspace in their home or study. This desk mat is a great idea for a friend who spends time online.
Not only does a desk mat add useful surface protection by preventing scratches and spills, but they make a desk look attractive and tidy. You can choose from an animal design that your best friend will love to make it more personal to them.
Desk Mats have an anti-slip back which keeps it in place. It can be used as a mouse mat and adds extra cushioning which makes working at a desk more comfortable.
A desk mat will be an ideal gift for that best friend who lives far away so they can chat in more comfort and style when online with you.
5. Send a keyring to a lucky best friend.
Is your best friend someone who likes lucky charms as a gift?
A smaller present can speak volumes. A cat keyring can be a suitable lucky charm for a friend. It can be used for their keys or fastened to a bag. It is a perfect present that represents a token of friendship. It lets your best friend know you are thinking of them every time they look at it.
There are other designs to choose from in the range to make gifting to your best friend fun.
Keyrings are silver plated and come neatly presented on a backing card.
It's a thoughtful gift, small enough for your friend to take wherever they go and a perfect reminder of your friendship.
- A stylish Jug for a best friend as a unique present
Not a standard best friend present but jugs are a fun and unique gift for a best friend.
Did you know that jugs were traditionally used to hold meats, grains, and pickled vegetables? They were used as carafes and receptacles for water, beer, milk, and sauces too which is more commonly recognised, but Jugs have always been attractive and flexible in use!
Jin Designs Jugs are no different! They come in a variety of stylish designs and sizes. They are made in white fine bone china and ideal to use for gravy, cream, drinks or even as pitchers when hosting friends.
They make a wonderful present for any event from birthdays to a simple thank you gift for your best friend.
A jug will be the centre piece of any hosting event and can be used to display cut flowers too due to its versatility.
- A Best Friend Blanket Gift
Does your best friend need a hug?
What better way to show your appreciation of your best friend than a beautiful blanket? There are times when a blanket can give a much-needed hug and warmth when it is wrapped it around us.
If your dearest friend has been going through a bad time recently, a blanket with a meaningful animal design is perfect for them.
A blanket is a perfect accessory for the home too. It can be draped over a bed or sofa. Made from a soft, light fabric it is an ideal hug for your best friend.
They are perfect for colder months or those chilly summer evenings when you sit outside with your thoughts. Let your best friend know you are thinking of them when they snuggle into their blanket.
- Worktop Saver for a stylish best friend
We all have a best friend who is stylish and practical. If this is your bestie then a work top saver is just for them.
If your best friend loves entertaining Jin Designs recycled glass Worktop Saver is the best gift to give for any occasion. It will be a great addition to any home.
It can be used for chopping vegetables, slicing bread, and preparing food. It can also be used as a hot plate to rest pans and dishes on due to being heat resistant.
The saver is suitable for tapas, nibbles and as a charcutier board. All you need to do is wait for the invitation from your best friend and get the party going!
Whatever the occasion Jin Designs has something different and stylish to gift to a best friend. Homeware gifts are personal because they come with a message and thought behind them. These messages are what are most valued by a best friend.
These special gifts are presents to be cherished. They can be used daily as a reminder of your friendship. They are stylish and tasteful expressions of love, gratitude, fun times, resilience, warmth and the greatest gift of all, your friendship.