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Awesome Gifts Under $20 for Women

by the messy optimist

Y’all…ANY TIME is a GOOD TIME to buy some little something for the lady in your life – whether she is your wife, your daughter, your mother, your sister, your aunt…you feel me? Get her something to show her you care. Nothing too expensive but nothing that looks cheap.

We got you.

Really.

We. Got. You.

These are some of the best gifts you can give her and they’re all available at Amazon and they’re under $20.

Like win, win and win. It’s so much winning my head is spinning.

So, what’re you waiting for?

Get started on this curated list of gifts your ‘her’ is bound to fall in love with.

And you – in the process.

Crossbody iPhone Clutch Case

This one is so beautiful. And so practical. So you have that cute but extremely expensive iPhone. And you know that you can be absent-minded and you worry you will leave it somewhere. What if there was a bag that could hold it and you never have to worry about it? Well, guess what? Now, you don’t! Check this amazing cross body iPhone clutch case. It does the job and it keeps your phone safe!

Smartish iPhone 12/12 Pro Crossbody Case – Dancing Queen [Purse/Clutch with Detachable Strap & Card Holder] – Rosé All Day

Extra Cute Cell Phone Stand

Lamicall Adjustable Cell Phone Stand for Desk – Foldable Aluminum Desktop Phone Holder Cradle Dock, Compatible with Phone 12 Mini 11 Pro Xs Xs Max Xr X 8 7 6 6s Plus Smartphones, Tablets (4-11”)

Adjustable Cell Phone Stand, Lamicall Desk Phone Holder, Cradle, Dock, Compatible with All 4-8” Phones, Office Accessories, All Android Smartphone – Black

Sushi Socks

Have you heard or seen anything cuter than SUSHI SOCKS? Like, come on!

Rainbow Socks – Men’s Women’s – Sushi Socks Box Salmon Cucumber Maki – 2 Pairs S

Hanging Planter Vase

For the gardener and the interior decorator – what can be cuter than going green and look stylish – all at the same time? This is a MUST BUY for me.

Umbra Trigg Hanging Planter Vase & Geometric Wall Decor Container, Small, White/Brass

Collagen Face Mask Sheets

Who doesn’t want to look good AND take care of their skin at the same time, Raise your hands if you do. I have mine raised ALL THE WAY UP. This single 16-sheet collagen mask is so convenient! Y’all gotta try it!

A+B Dermal Korea Collagen Essence Full Face Facial Mask Sheet 32 Full Color SET

A Glass Tray to Keep Her Jewelry

Something stylish and practical for all her jewels. When the tray also becomes part of the decor – WIN, WIN!

Umbra 299481-221 Prisma Tray, Geometric Plated Jewelry Storage, 11″ Length x 7.25″ Heigh

t x 1.5” Width, Matte Brass

Giant Wine Glass

Another stylish and useful and oh-so-necessary gift for the woman in your life. And one that says, “A Glass of Wine a Day keeps the Doctor Away” – Not sure about the doctor part but it will leave her in a good mood! I can vouch for that!

BigMouth Inc. Giant Wine Bottle Glass – Holds an entire 750mL Bottle of Wine, Reads “A Glass Of Wine A Day Keeps The Therapist Away”, Great Gift for Wine Lovers

Beautiful and Soothing Wind Chimes

For the patio. For the yard. For beautiful and soothing sounds all day long. What’s the doubt here about this one?

Bellaa 22890 Rainbow Wind Chimes Outside Garden Yard Patio Love Grace Pet Memorial Windchime Outdoor Hanging Beach Shell Presents for Mom Gifts for Grandma 27 inch Happy Holiday

Supercute Wood Finish Serving Bowl

It’s cheap but LOOKS expensive. Isn’t that the two-fer we all want for our gifts to be?

Lipper International Acacia Wave Serving Bowl for Fruits or Salads, Small, 6″ Diameter x 3″ Height, Single Bowl

Portable Bluetooth Speaker

Cannot go wrong with this one. This one’s for the tech-lover and the non-tech lover in your life!

A2 LENRUE Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker with Built-in-Mic,Handsfree Call,AUX Line,TF Card,HD Sound and Bass for iPhone Ipad Android Smartphone and More(Rose Gold)

XLEADER SoundAngel (3rd Gen) 5W Touch Bluetooth Speaker with Waterproof Case, 15h Music, Louder Crystal HD Sound, Premium Mini Portable Bluetooth Speaker for iPhone iPad Tablet Shower, Rose Gold

NUBWO Portable Bluetooth Speakers with HD Audio and Enhanced Bass, Built-in Speakerphone for iPhone, iPad, BlackBerry, Samsung and More (Rose Gold)

Vintage Calendar Rack

For the vintage lover in your life. She appreciates things and doesn’t want to throw things away. This brings back memories of the past!

YOFIT Vintage Wooden Block Perpetual Calendar Desk Accessory Shabby Rustic Chic Number, Golden

Aromatherapy Essential Oil Kit

MUST-HAVE for…well, everyone, actually! I cannot tell you how soothing it can be to have these babies around!

Pure Jolly Premium Aromatherapy Essential Oil Kit Top 6 Essential Oils Set 10ml 100% Pure & Therapeutic grade

Glass Champagne Flutes

Just look at how cute these are. I rest my case.

Glass Champagne Flutes – Set of 2 – Stemless Sparkling Wine Glasses – 5 oz – Mimosa Wine Flute For Weddings Bridesmaid Party and Bridal Showers -Eparé

Decorative Library Books Pen/Pencil Holder

This LOOKS awesome and APPEARS to have gravitas AND holds pens and pencils! Ta DA!

Decorative Library Books Design Wooden Office Supply Caddy Pencil Holder Organizer with Bottom Drawer

Burt’s Bees Hand Repair Set

Burt’s. Bees. Women. Planet Earth. Do you really want to know anything else about this one? If a woman breathes…she wants this!

Burt’s Bees Hand Repair Gift Set, 3 Hand Creams Plus Gloves Almond Milk Hand Cream, Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream, Shea Butter Hand Repair

Echo Dot -Smart Speaker with ALEXA

Again, enough said. Echo. Alexa. BOOM!

Echo Dot (2nd Generation) – Smart speaker with Alexa – Black

Echo Dot (3rd Gen) – Smart speaker with Alexa – Charcoal

Three-Tier Bamboo Spice Rack

This is insane. Made in bamboo (hello, being green and earth-friendly AND looks completely awesome. So much – ordered one of this for myself!

Totally Bamboo Triple Salt Box, Three Tier Bamboo Storage Box with Magnetic Swivel Lids

Scarf and Beanie Set

Practical. And cute. And so necessary as winters sets all over.

Wrapables Winter Warm Knitted Infinity Scarf and Beanie Hat Set, Burgundy

Wrapables Plaid Print Winter Infinity Scarf and Beanie Hat Set, Gray/Wine and Gray Set

Refillable Hand Warmer

Zippo Hand Warmer, 12-Hour – Blaze Orange

Zippo 12-Hour Hand Warmer High Polish Chrome

Tea Infuser

Again…who doesn’t want this? The answer? EVERYONE wants this!

Fred SPIKED TEA Narwhal Tea Infuser

Cake and Salad Saw

So – it sounds ominous and weird but it’s actually so convenient and harmless. It’s a saw that cuts ONLY cake and salad veggies!

Fred TABLE SAW Crosscut Cake and Salad Saw, 1 Pack, off-white – TSAW

Cute Travel and Makeup Bag

It’s essential. It’s practical. It’s something women already have but they keep using it and it gets spoiled and they need a replacement. But guess what? It’s one of those things women won’t replace on their own. They’ll think it’s extravagant. BUT it’s not. So, YOU replace it for them and be their hero!

Cute Travel Makeup Bag, Yeiotsy Cute Polka Dots Toiletry Bag with Handle for Girls Cosmetic Organizer for Women (Lake Blue)

Travel Makeup Bag Toiletry Bags Large Cosmetic Cases for Women Girls Water-resistant (pink / makeup bag set)

Foldable Beach and Picnic Blanket

Oh, this one if soooo convenient. We need to lay out a blanket when we go for a picnic or a beach. But those blankets are so bulky and heavy and ugly. FEAR NO MORE. She will love you for getting this for her. It’s cute, it’s light, it’s chic AND it does the job!

Golyte Picnic Blanket/Beach Blanket Easy Foldable Large Mat Compact Pocket Lightweight Sand Proof/Waterproof for 2 to 4 People with Sand Pockets Corner Loops Red

Angemay Outdoor & Picnic Blanket Extra Large Sand Proof and Waterproof Portable Beach Mat for Camping Hiking Festivals

Bamboo Coasters

Going green and being used all the time. It’s necessary to our daily lives. So why not be earth-friendly at the same time?

Hand Carved Olive Wood Natural Coaster Set of 5 plus base – Connected (about 3.5 Inches each) – Asfour Outlet Trademark

Lovely Scented Candle

Y’all! This one is not just ANY scented candle. It is divine and beautiful and aesthetic. And it comes with patchouli! What’s NOT to like?

Paddywax Hygge Collection Scented Candle, 5-Ounce, Rosewood + Patchouli

Clip-On Phone Camera Lens

For the photographer in your life…this is so convenient and necessary. Taking pictures when your travel or the kids…or shoot cute tik tok videos or start her own YouTube channel…what are you waiting for?

Phone Camera Lens, 198° Fisheye Lens, 15X Macro Lens, 0.65X Wide Angle Lens, Clip-On 3 in 1 Cell Phone Lens for Live Video, Compatible with iPhone, Samsung, Other Smartphones

AMIR Phone Camera Lens, 198°Fisheye Lens, 120° Super Wide Angle Lens, 20X Macro Lens, for Tik Tok, Vlog Video, Clip on Phone Lens for iPhone 11 11 Pro, X, XS, XR 8 7 Plus 7, Samsung, Smartphones

Birthstone Bracelet

This shows you love her, you care for her and, more importantly, you KNOW her. These are available in a variety of birthstone options. Don’t wait. Get one NOW.

Alex and Ani December Blue Zircon Birthstone Charm Bangle A09eb251g

Coffee Dripper Cups

Kalita Ceramic Coffee Dripper (Brown) for 2-4 Cups

Kalita Ceramic Coffee Dripper (Black) for 2-4 Cups

Floating Cell Phone and Key Shelf

Space-saving. Cute-looking. Doesn’t break the bank for this amazing combination. What’s not to love about this one?

ILoveHandles Plank Floating Cell Phone Wall Mounted Wood Shelf with Magnetic Keyhook – Natural Wood

Precisegoods 5.5″ Espresso Floating Cell Phone Wall Mounted Pine Wood Shelf with Magnetic Key Ring Holder, Hanging Shelves for Entryway, Kitchen, Bedroom, Bathroom

Drunk, Stones or Stupid! Party Games

Have fun you guys!

Drunk Stoned or Stupid [A Party Game]

Bath Bombs

When in doubt – always get her something that she can use to relax after a long day!

ArtNaturals Bath Bombs Gift Set – 6 Bubble Bath Bomb Fizzies – w/Essential Oils, Shea & Cocoa Butter – Aromatherapy for Spa & Relaxing – for Moisturizing Dry Skin – for Women, Kids & Men

ArtNaturals Large Bath Bombs Gift Set kit – (12 x 4 Oz / 113g) – Handmade – Natural Handmade Essential Oil Spa Bubble bath bomb balls Fizzies – For Relaxation Moisturizing & Fun for Women, Kids & Men

Fleece Throw Blanket

Soft. Gentle. Stylish. On a cold day – she needs something to snuggle into. What better than a fleece throw over the couch?

I say YES.

Simplicity Winter Warm Red and Black Buffalo Plaid Patterned Decorative Super Soft Twin Woven Fleece Couch Throw Blanket

Turkish Bath Towel

Tell me she won’t look and feel awesome as she unfurls this sexy thing on the beach?

Mebien Turkish Beach Bath Towel-Gypsy Design Luxury peshtemal for spa Pool Bathroom Sand Free %100 Cotton Blanket Towels Set, Gift for Women Sizes: 33×66 inches Color: Fuchsia Orange Beige

Distressed Wooden Boxes to Keep Wine

How cool to have a cute place to keep the leftover wine or fresh bottles of wine? So, you have a wine cellar? Well, I raise these cute boxes that will run circles around your cellar AND win brownie/wine points with the lady.

Don’t trust me?

Just look at them. Just look…

Primitives By Kathy Distressed Black and White Wooden Box, 4.25 x 7.25 x 4.25-Inches, When Wine Goes In

Primitives by Kathy Home is Where The Wine is Waiting Cork Holder Decorative Boxes

Shea Butter

Like Burt’s Bees – when in doubt…SHEA BUTTER for the WIN!

Shea Butter by Sky Organics (16 oz) 100% Pure Unrefined Raw African Shea Butter for Face and Body Moisturizing Natural Body Butter for Dry Skin

Hip Flask

Ah! You think those flasks are only for dudes? Nope. Look at these and weep, my friend. But not before you order one for the lady!

Oggi Glitter and Glitz Stainless Steel Hip Flask, Pink

Oggi 9248.1 Glitter and Glitz Stainless Steel Hip Flask, White

Rocking Wooden Spoons

Perfect for setting soups, sauces, salads and looks cute.

Kikkerland Rockin Wooden Spoons, Set of 2

Hedgehog Cheese Grater

A practical and necessary item in the kitchen gets an edgy ‘hedgehog’ makeover!

Get it? Hee hee…

koziol KASIMIR Hedgehog Cheese Grater, transparent anthracite

Stylish Deerskin Winter Suede Gloves

SKYDEER Womens Winter Gloves with Premium Genuine Deerskin Suede Leather and Windproof Polar Fleece (SD8663T/M)

SKYDEER Womens Winter Gloves with Premium Genuine Deerskin Suede Leather and Windproof Polar Fleece (SD8663T/M)

I will keep adding more must-haves for you here. Keep coming back and check for more amazing and thoughtful finds under $20 from Amazon!

Happy Shopping!

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Hi! I’m Roopa. I handle life’s messiness with a smile on my face. I’m also a solo woman travel writer. A lifestyle blogger. I curate budget-friendly gift guides and printables. I’m a funny person who is also a storyteller and entertainer. Finally, I’m a vegetarian foodaholic (and no…that’s NOT an oxymoron)! Welcome to The Messy Optimist. Learn more about me here…

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