32 Best 50th Birthday Gifts for Female Friends

50th Birthday Gifts for Female Friends

Embrace your female friend turning the big 5-0 with gifts that show your appreciation for your friendship while also celebrating the milestone. Tacky gifts that poke fun at ageing aren’t the way to go, so steer clear of those cliche gifts because chances are they won’t be well received! Instead, gift her something that she can enjoy either on her own or with her loved ones, like fun experiences or new things for around the home. We hope you’re inspired by our best 50th birthday gifts for female friends!

  1. Spa Day
  2. She’ll love celebrating her 50th with a good old pamper session. Choose from massages, facials, mani’s or pedi’s and she’ll feel like a queen on her 50th birthday.

  3. Hot Air Balloon Ride
  4. This super special gift is perfect for a monumental birthday like her 50th, and it’s an experience she’ll never forget. Tinggly vouchers are valid all over the world and they never expire either, so she can use it anywhere, any time!

  5. Skin Care Subscription
  6. Skincare is super important for women of all ages. Every month she’ll be delighted when a mix of full-size products are delivered to her door, each box valued at over $125!

  7. Smart Watch
  8. A smart watch is the perfect 50th birthday gift for female friends because they’re useful to everyone. They act as a watch, health tracker, calendar and phone all in one.

  9. 3 Day Getaway
  10. A mini vacay is just what she needs for her 50th birthday! Choose from amazing locations all over the world, and pack your suitcase because hopefully she’s taking you!

  11. Helicopter Ride
  12. Flying over New York City or the volcanos in Hawaii will be something she remembers forever, and that’s the key to finding the best 50th birthday gifts for female friends, make it memorable and amazing!

  13. Hope Box
  14. This monthly subscription is designed to fill the recipient with hope. Each box is filled with books, aromatherapy, jewelry, candles, organic scrubs, and more, all selected from the world’s most talented artisans. Ideal for your friend who has been having a tough time!

  15. Cultural Experience
  16. The coolest experiences await! Pottery classes, salsa dancing, even DJ lessons are all on offer as part of the cultural experiences from Virgin Experiences. Book yourself in too so you can enjoy something together!

  17. Scenic Cruise
  18. There are some incredible nights to be had with the Virgin Experiences scenic cruises. Set sail into the sunset, enjoy a dinner cruise, or go kayaking and sightseeing.

  19. Earrings
  20. This super cute pair of bee earrings are depicted with sparkling, clear wings on a gold-tone plated body. A statement piece on their own or a unique little add on to everyday wear and a bee-autiful little 50th gift.

  21. Bucket List Experience
  22. There’s not an experience out there that isn’t part of Tinggly’s bucket list experiences. Their experiences span the globe so whether she wants to see the Northern Lights, swim with sharks or go on an African Safari, she can with this epic gift for her 50th!

  23. Tour or Sightseeing Experience
  24. Even if it’s in her own hometown, there’s a lot to be learned and fun adventures to be had with the tours and sightseeing days out from Virgin Experiences. This is another one you should book for yourself so you can enjoy together!

  25. Infinity Heart Bracelet
  26. Show your friend how much she means to you with this rhodium-plated bracelet by Swarovski. It’s an expression of eternal love, featuring a heart and an infinity symbol intertwined. Perfect for your bestie.

  27. Food and Drink Experience
  28. Get your eating and drinking shoes on because it’s time to indulge! Crepe making lessons, pizza and wine lunches, beer tastings, you can do it all for her 50th.

  29. Perfume Subscription
  30. Mix up her signature scent with this fun subscription of new, limited edition scents every month. Each month is based around a themed collection, with travel-friendly perfume rollers plus other yummy smelling goodies too.

  31. Tote Bag
  32. It’s her 50th birthday, time to toss the old handbag and replace it with this this sleek tote that carries all her essentials with stylish ease. It’s available in a few colors too.

  33. Yoga Rug
  34. Step away from the yoga mat and onto the yoga rug! This handwoven rug is made from organic hemp and cushiony nontoxic foam, making it softer and warmer than most fitness mats, while the textured weave provides a better grip!

  35. Sunny Necklace
  36. We all have that friend that is sunshine personified, if that’s her then bless her with this gorgeous necklace on her 50th birthday. The sun-shaped necklace on a crystal-studded chain will add life to all outfits.

  37. New Quilt
  38. A good quilt can make all the difference in the bedroom. This beauty will look totally lush and keep her warm and snug when it’s cold out, plus it will transform her room!

  39. Wine Glasses
  40. This cute set of hand painted wine glasses will take pride of place amongst her kitchenware and be her new fave as she sips on her birthday wine!

  41. Beach Blanket
  42. Forget the old beach towel, this beautifully crafted and luxuriously plush cotton velour beach blanket is where it’s at. If your friend loves the beach then this is the perfect 50th birthday gift for her.

  43. Wine and Bread Basket
  44. With compartments for holding bottles of her favorite vino, this rattan-crafted basket is just what she needs to enjoy her springtime picnics and beach trips alike. Pair it with the beach blanket above!

  45. Awakening Box
  46. Each month she’ll be blessed with healing and positive energy, with crystals and other products designed to guide her on her path toward enlightenment.

  47. Engraved Travel Mug
  48. Everyone needs a travel mug, especially one with their name on it so they can take it to work, the gym, yoga classes etc. These babies are leakproof and feature a special design and her name.

  49. Milestone Necklace
  50. Five little circle pendants that are organically shaped and textured are layered elegantly for a graceful milestone necklace, one ring for each decade she’s been on this earth.

  51. Bamboo Wrap
  52. This stunning wrap is everything she needs in her closet and more! Whether she’s spending the day at the beach or enjoying the great outdoors, this super soft wrap will have her covered (literally).

  53. Reclaimed Wood Chopping Block
  54. This handsome chopping block is crafted from 100% American oak barrels, all sourced from Kentucky’s world-famous distilleries. Lovers of the liquor will appreciate the craftsmanship and uniqueness!

  55. Facial Massaging Tool
  56. Gua Sha, a traditional Chinese massage and acupressure technique, is all the rage right now so it makes sense to gift your friend this tool for her 50th birthday. With curves that fit the contours of the face, the tool provides gentle stimulation believed to soothe tired muscles, break up fascia, promote circulation, and encourage lymphatic drainage.

  57. Spinning Wine and Cheese Server
  58. Your catch ups will be a lot more fun with this cool device. Spin the wine decanter around to help oxygen connect with more surface area. Nibble on delicious cheese while you wait for the wine to do its thing!

  59. Lawn Game
  60. This is a great 50th birthday gift for female friends who love a good get together, picnic day with the fam or just a fun day outdoors. This classic game will keep her and her family occupied for hours.

  61. Birthday Book
  62. A super unique 50th birthday gift for female friends, this book is personalized to make their day special and remembered for years to come, with information about their day and date of birth and other fun stuff throughout.

  63. Personalized Candle
  64. This is a great gift if the happy couple love to entertain, host bbqs or if they have kids! The cornhole set adds an element of competitive fun to any family event or just a weekend at home together.


    There you have our 50th birthday gifts for female friends, no doubt you’ve found a winner here! Help her live it up in her 50’s and keep her feeling fabulous, especially on her birthday. If you’re not done gift gifting check out our recent list of expensive gifts for her or best 50th gifts for mom. See you soon!