When shopping for a retirement gift for a woman, you’ll want the gift to be thoughtful and personal. This is an emotional time and a big adjustment. It is the beginning of a new life journey, and you’ll want your gift to be something she’ll cherish.
Relaxation-Themed Gifts
Relaxation and retirement go hand in hand, so giving the gift of relaxation in some form is a no-brainer. For the retiree who may have had a stressful job and is looking forward to some downtime, the following gifts can help them with the relaxation process:
- Aromatherapy is a wonderful gift. To get her started, a set of various essential oils with a diffuser would be a great gift.
- A spa day is always appreciated. Give her a gift card or book a massage, facial, or spa treatment that she would enjoy.
- Take her on a spiritual retreat for a weekend.
- Yoga or Pilates classes are an excellent form of exercise and a great way to relieve stress.
- A Himalayan salt lamp promotes relaxation and air purification.
- Netflix or Amazon Prime membership to stream movies, shows, or music will help her unwind. (Two-day free shipping with Amazon is a nice benefit too.)
Travel-Related Gifts
Travel is typically in the plans for a retiree. Giving her the gift of travel or a travel-related gift is a great option. A weekend getaway, a bed and breakfast excursion, or a short cruise can be a personal gift (depending on how close you are to the retiree) or a gift from multiple contributors.
Jewelry
If you buy her jewelry as a retirement gift, make it meaningful. For example, a necklace or bracelet with a charm or gemstone that has a special meaning such as a horseshoe charm for good luck or a sapphire that is associated with peace and happiness.
Journal
If she likes to write, a journal is a great gift. She can write about her travels or jot down her thoughts about her newfound freedom as a retiree.
Exploring a New Passion or Trying a New Hobby
There may be a bit of research needed for this type of gift. Honing in on an appropriate gift idea would depend on her interests. For the retiree who is ready to follow her passion, try something new or expand on a hobby she is currently dabbling in, the following gift ideas may be suitable for her.
Art
You can give her an assortment of art supplies to fuel her passion as an artist whether she’s a newbie or a potential Michelangelo. These might include art books, an easel, watercolors, oils, pencils, or a gift card for an art class.
Photography
Photography may be more to her liking. Select a camera, memory cards, camera bag, photography book, or a class.
Other Artistic Outlets
She may be interested in (or already into) other types of artistic endeavors such as sculpture (clay or metal), jewelry making, pottery, candle or soap making, knitting, crocheting, or quilting. Any type of gift that relates to her specific artistic outlet will be very thoughtful.
Sports
She may be very active in sports or a complete novice. If she enjoys or enthusiastically wants to try golfing, tennis, or hiking for example, she would be thrilled with golf or tennis-related gifts or even a gift card to a specific store that sells hiking gear.
Gardening
There are many garden-related gift ideas. For example, you can buy her new gardening tools that come in pretty colors or patterns, or you can even get them engraved. There are garden stepping stones that are also available with personalized or special sayings.
Cooking and Baking
For the true cooking and baking lovers, there are some unique retirement gifts available such as personalized cutting boards and bakeware.
That Perfect Gift
Whether she is just going to lay low and relax, take on more grandma duties, or travel the world, it is important to learn about her aspirations and use that information to guide you to that perfect retirement gift for her.
