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We all have that friend. The one who already owns everything she wants, has impeccable taste, and responds to every “What do you want for (insert holiday)?” with “Oh, I don’t need anything.”
She’s a minimalist. She’s particular. And let’s be honest—she’s a nightmare to shop for. ahem confession—it's me—Jonnie—the owner + maker of Grey Theory Mill. IT'S ME! I am this person. Well, maybe impeccable taste is a bit generous lololol
Don’t worry. We’ve got you. Below are 10 gift ideas that are equal parts funny, thoughtful, and actually useful for the woman who says she wants nothing (but secretly hopes you’ll wow her anyway).
Because making her ears itch is not meaningful. Our hand-stamped raw brass earrings are made with titanium posts are customizable, hypoallergenic, and minimalist enough for even the pickiest of tastes.
👉 Bonus points if you personalize it with an inside joke or her dog's nickname.
Try Good Morning, I Love You by Shauna Shapiro or Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner. These are emotional, enlightening, and have depth—just like her.
HOT TIP—Jonnie's favorite book buying website that's NOT amazon: Better World Books
A candle that smudges freshly harvested herbs with an intention OR an affirmation:
She’ll appreciate the clean ingredients and sustainability of both these bad-ass, local to San Diego, woman-owned businesses.
Let’s say she’s crystal-curious, but not into full moon rituals. A subtle piece of crystal jewelry (like our Agate Slice Necklace) lets her tap into the good-grounding vibes without going full Gaia-Goddess.
The Bee & the Fox are KNOWN for their amazing shirts, but they also have the sweetest home decor too!
Local non-profits, scholarships for kids to go to camp, human rights, local animal shelters, etc.
It’s thoughtful, minimalist, and costs zero shelf space.
Is she artsy? Paint/ceramics session! Aspiring sourdough enthusiast? Bread making workshop! Foodie? Ethnic Cuisine Cooking class that will expand her repertoire! Outdoorsy? Something she's been talking about trying!
Think: fancy bath soak, a silk eye mask, and a playlist you made just for her (even if it's just nostalgia hits from your hey-day and nature sounds). These salt soaks are on my personal radar: beaute nouveau sea salt soak
She’ll love telling everyone, “Oh, it’s from this woman-owned brand that loves to custom pieces!”
Spoiler alert: it’s me ;P.
That might be a minimalist necklace with her kid’s initials, a prepped meal, taking her to brunch, pampering her with a massage, or heck maybe even a yoga class together!
If it feels like her, it’s perfect.
It’s not about what you give—it’s the why. Whether it’s a laugh, a little luxury, or something that says “I know you,” these ideas are guaranteed to hit home.
✨ Ready to give her the one thing she didn’t know she needed?
Shop our meaningful, customizable, hypoallergenic jewelry here.
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