These Gifts for Sisters Will Make Up for All Those Times You Borrowed Her Favorite Jeans Without Asking

By Southern Living Editors
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It shouldn’t be so hard to come up with gift ideas for your sister. You know her very well, but you do want to give a unique gift that she'll love. When it comes to selecting a gift, think about her hobbies, her house, and what she would never buy for herself. Does she love spending time in the kitchen trying out new recipes? She’d probably love a new Dutch oven that she'd never buy for herself. If she has a big and busy family, she probably hasn’t splurged on a small luxury for herself like great monogrammed bath towels in quite a while. You could also take the easy strategy of buying what you love. The upside to gifts for sisters is that you can always borrow it for yourself! Not to worry though, we’ve done the work for you with these great Christmas gifts for sisters.
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Sephora Favorites Lashstash

Sephora

BUY IT: $48; sephora.com

Lashstash includes two full-size mascaras, eight deluxe-size mascaras, and a set of false lashes all for under $50. 

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Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer & Volumizer Hot Air Brush

Amazon

BUY IT: $40.99; amazon.com

Give your sister the gift of the perfect blowout every day, no salon trip required.

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Elixir Wine Glasses

Amazon

BUY IT: $39.97; amazon.com

Upgrade her mismatched wine glass collection with this unique set that comes in a gift box.

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Plaid Flannel Open-Front Poncho

Old Navy

BUY IT: $29.99; oldnavy.com

This warm poncho comes in two trendy patterns, giving you a high-end look at a budget-friendly price. 

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Steve Madden Rookie Bootie

Nordstrom

BUY IT: $101.95; <strong>nordstrom.com</strong>

The stylish ankle-framing style is here to stay, and will carry her from work to date night. If she's not daring enough for a snake print, this pair is also available is solid black and chestnut. 

 

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Farberware 3.2-Quart Digital Oil-Less Fryer

Walmart

BUY IT: $39; walmart.com

We promise your sister will call you a few weeks after Christmas and let you know how much she loves her new air fryer. And the white color will compliment a farmhouse-style kitchen. 

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Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Robe

Nordstrom

BUY IT: $99; nordstrom.com

If she prefers a night at home over going out, this machine-washable microfiber robe will instantly put a smile on her face. 

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Relavel Travel Makeup Case

Amazon

BUY IT: $19.99, amazon.com

This best-selling makeup bag has adjustable compartments so she can organize all of her cosmetics and keep them safe when she travels.

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Alidia Ring

BaubleBar

BUY IT: $44; baublebar.com

Try this statement ring for your sister who thrives on effortlessly looking it-girl cool.

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Southern Living Terrazzo Beige Marble Round Serve Board with Handles

Dillard

BUY IT: $55; dillards.com

This elegant serving piece will come in handy when she makes a charcuterie board when company's coming. 

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Homesick Candle

Amazon

BUY IT: $29.95; amazon.com

If she's moved to a new state, give her this small token to remember her trip home for the holidays.

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Hair Scarf and Scrunchies Set

Amazon

BUY IT: $12.99; amazon.com

Hair scarves and scrunchies are having a moment, and we must admit we love this trend. And the best thing about gifting this set of five scarves and three scrunchies to your sister is you can borrow them whenever you want.

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Wireless Charging Block

Mark & Graham

BUY IT: $80; markandgraham.com

Lend a helping hand to the sister who's always on the go with this portable phone charging block, with a monogram of course. 

 

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Lilly Pulitzer Passport and Luggage Tag Travel Set

Lilly Pulitzer

BUY IT: $48; lillypulitzer.com

This vibrant passport and luggage tag set will brighten up all her travels.


 

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J. Crew Cluster Drop Stone Earrings

J. Crew

BUY IT: $58; jcrew.com

If you know your sis needs something shiny to amp up that black dress that she wears every year, look no further.

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Bialetti Stovetop Espresso Maker

williams-sonoma.com

BUY IT: from 24.95; williams-sonoma.com

This super Euro-chic silver pot with the nipped-in waist will make your sister’s Starbucks addiction a thing of the past.

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Monogrammed Bath Towels

potterybarn.com

BUY IT: from $10.50; potterybarn.com

These super fluffy towels are a little luxury that we know she'll put to use. Whatever you do, don't skip the monogram. 

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Southern Living Horizon Medium Pressed Glass Floral Cake Plate

Dillard's

BUY IT: $30; dillards.com

This beautiful vintage-inspired cake plate is perfect for the sister who loves to bake. 

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UGG Dakota Water Resistant Slipper

Nordstrom

BUY IT: $99.95; nordstrom.com

Every girl deserves a nice pair of slippers. Treat your sister to this warm and cozy pair that are made for indoor and outdoor wear. 

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Slip Beauty Sleep Collection

Free People

BUY IT: $119; freepeople.com

This mask and pillow case set will fights aging, creases, and bed head to ensure she gets her beauty sleep every night. 

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Kendra Scott Necklace Gift Set

Kendra Scott

BUY IT: $95; kendrascott.com

What's better than one Kendra Scott necklace? Two. 

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Chanel Red Lipstick

nordstrom.com

BUY IT: $37; nordstrom.com

Every girl should start the New Year off with a brand new tube of red lipstick.

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Le Creuset Dutch Oven

williams-sonoma.com

BUY IT: $179.95; williams-sonoma.com

Your sister will only need one of these to make a lifetime of hearty meals.

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Self Tanner

sephora.com

BUY IT: $42; sephora.com

Help her bronze up, sans sun, with this hydrating (and top-rated) self tanning lotion.

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Custom Waxed-Canvas Tote Bag

llbean.com

BUY IT: from $49; llbean.com

The classic beach bag staple just received an all-weather upgrade, which means your sister can carry it through the winter. 

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Flavor Infuser Water Bottle

uncommongoods.com

BUY IT: $20, uncommongoods.com

Because no one loves infused water quite as much as she does.

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Beachcomber Rectangular Baskets

potterybarn.com

BUY IT: $99; potterybarn.com

Help her achieve her annual New Year's resolution of becoming more organized with these natural seagrass baskets.

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The Art of Creative Thinking

Amazon

BUY IT: $13.24; amazon.com

This short book will get your sister’s mind going in different ways.

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