In the chaos of Christmas shopping it can be hard to find a really thoughtful gift, especially if you’ve got a lot of people to buy for. So if you’re panicking about what to get for the Queenager in your life, don’t worry – we’ve got you covered. Here are some gift ideas for midlife women to get you started, based on suggestions from women in the NOON team as well as our members. Think we’ve missed something? Comment it below, we’d love to hear from you.
1. Gift subscription to NOON
Available through Boxing Day, this is the perfect gift for a midlife woman who wants to find connection, growth and fun in this stage of her life. With 3-month, 6-month and year-long options available, it’s suitable for any price point, and includes all the benefits of NOON membership (free Circles and walks around the UK, priority booking for events, discounted prices for trips, free regular webinars plus much more). It even comes with a personalised message from founder Eleanor Mills to welcome her to the community! Purchase in two clicks here.
2. Margaret Dabbs medical pedicure
If the Queenager you know needs a little luxury in her life, this treatment is the answer. Offered in clinics across London, this session is a great combo of pampering and helping to keep feet healthy and in tip-top shape – especially important for midlife women who often suffer from corns, bunions and foot pain from a lifetime of shoes that prioritise aesthetics over support. If you want a physical gift to put under the tree, we also love their nail strengthener which both looks great and helps build up the nail’s natural protection. It even comes in cut bauble packaging for Christmas!
3. Dr Levy Booster Serum
Our NOON team have had the compliments flooding in on their skin since starting to use Dr Levy’s line. It’s definitely an investment, but the results really are astonishing, and it’s not a complicated routine like some skincare brands – just three products for daily use, and then a couple more to add in from time to time. This serum makes a really special for someone you’re looking to spoil, or for a one-off treatment, try the SkinDeep Cure set.
4. Seasalt View Point Pyjamas
Snap up these beautifully soft pyjamas whilst they’re still on sale for a gift she’ll appreciate every night. Made from 100% organic cotton, they’re breathable and lightweight allowing for all-night comfort even with menopause flushes. They’re also elasticated and loose-fitting, with handy deep pockets.
5. Mahonia plant
If the Queenager you’re buying for is green-fingered and has some garden space, a Mahonia makes a wonderful gift to get her through the dreary winter months. Its cheery yellow flowers blossom in January, so it’s the perfect time of year to give it.
6. Steamery Pilo 2 Fabric Shaver
Who says nice gifts can’t be practical? This handy tool is at the top of our editorial director’s Christmas list to keep her beautiful sweaters looking good as new. With six razor blades and an impressively large shaving area, you can de-bobble a jumper of any material in no time. It’s also re-chargable so you don’t need to worry about batteries. It comes in a range of colours but we particularly like the sage green.
7. Book of Lives by Margaret Atwood
At 86, Margaret Atwood has been a Queenager for over four decades, and is living proof of the NOON motto that there’s #muchmoretocome in midlife and beyond, as her memoir relates. Her career has continued to blossom with new generations of fans discovering her work and a resurgence of academic interest given the political climate. All midlife women could learn a lesson or two from this wise elder.
8. Silk pillowcase
These have been having a real moment recently, but it’s not just a fad. Sleeping on silk really is good for your skin and hair, especially if it’s curly or brittle. Cotton and synthetic materials can increase the breakage that naturally increases in midlife, while sleeping on something softer helps to maintain length and makes hair shinier. The Telegraph tested the best ones on the market so we don’t have to, and this one came out on top.
9. BFI membership
If you want a gift that keeps on giving, why not get her a membership that gives her priority access to film festivals as well as screenings all year round? The BFI is host to a thoughtfully-curated mix of indie and commercial films, which make a great solo trip for cultured lady or even a date – with friends or lovers. It’s a great gift for those hard-to-please recipients who insist they don’t want ‘more stuff’.
10. Cashmere bed socks
No Christmas list (or stocking) is complete without a pair of socks, but they don’t have to be boring. Add some luxury cosiness to her wardrobe with these gorgeous cashmere bed socks. It’s not something most people would buy for themselves, but that’s what gifts are for, and anything that’ll make a chilly evening more bearable is worth splashing out on.
We hope that’s enough to get you started. Add your own suggestions below, and happy shopping!
