Have you been searching for the perfect present for your long-distance bestie whom you haven’t seen since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020? Whether your friend lives far away or has been keeping their distance, maintaining that special connection can be tough. While video calls, texts, and social media can help bridge the gap, nothing quite beats the feeling of receiving a tangible gift that says, “I care about you.”
Here’s a curated list of unique gifts that will remind your best friend just how much they mean to you, no matter the distance.
- Cupology Personalized Long Distance Coffee Mug
A custom mug can make your friend think of you every time they reach for a caffeine fix.
Price: $21.95 on Amazon - Set of Two Connected Friendship Lamps
These lamps light up when touched, letting your friend know you’re thinking of them.
Price: $170 on Amazon - Nixplay Digital Picture Frame
Send your bestie a digital photo frame that you can update remotely with photos of you both.
Price: $314.99 on Amazon - Succulent Gift Box
A lovely gift packed with cute succulents, perfect for reminding your friend of your friendship.
Price: $30 on Etsy - Milk Jar Cookies Baking Kit
If you miss baking together, send a kit with all the ingredients needed to whip up delicious cookies.
Price: $28 at Milk Jar Cookies Market - Galison Love Lives Here Jigsaw Puzzle
A beautiful puzzle that can be a fun way to spend time together, even from afar.
Price: $12.26 on Amazon - ‘Untamed’ by Glennon Doyle
If your friend enjoys empowering reads, this book is a must-have for inspiration and reflection.
Price: $13.98 on Amazon - GSPY Friendship Candle
A lavender-scented candle to remind your friend of your shared moments together.
Price: $19.98 on Amazon - Custom Morse Code Bracelet
A delicate bracelet that can be personalized with a message in Morse code—how unique!
Price: $47 on Etsy - Old School Friendship Bracelets
A nostalgic throwback to simpler times, these bracelets can fill your friend’s arm with memories.
Price: $3.50 on Etsy
Gifts like these are not just thoughtful; they also help keep the connection alive, letting your best friend know how much they are cherished. For more ideas and inspiration, check out this related blog post.