16 A+ Gifts for Your Type A Bestie
Allison Wheeler
Allison Wheeler
Allison Collins lives in Denton, Texas with her husband and two dogs. She is a honky tonk connoisseur, Bruce Springsteen enthusiast, and proud member of the West Texas Cloud Appreciation Society.
Type A friends: We either have one, or we are one. Folks with this strong personality type love to run the show and kill it on the daily. But their get-it-done demeanor and strong organizational game can make them hard to shop for. So what do you get for the put-together folks who (generally) do *not* like surprises? Click through for some seriously useful gifts that your friend will flip over.
Container Store Three by Three Ashwood Up-rise! Desktop Organizer ($99): This handy organizer can be set up three different ways: underneath the monitor, mounted on the wall, or upright on the desk. It's like an organizer's dream come true, times three.
Tangram Smart Rope Pure Bluetooth 4.0 Enabled Jump Rope ($60): Chances are, your Type-A BFF is either a fitness enthusiast or struggling to find the time to make it happen. This Bluetooth-compatible rope can store up to 100 sessions of workouts (time, calories burned, etc.). Just be sure to remind them that they can totally bring this to the office.
Orzero 7-Pack Cord Organizer ($8): A tangled mess of cords is enough to make anyone freak out. Don't let it happen to your friend! These bright magnetic organizers will keep all of their cords and cables looking neat and tangle-free.
Moon Juice Brain Dust Sachets ($35): This blend of superherbs is designed to help combat the effects of stress. She'll be sip-sipping and crossing everything off her to-do list with ease.
Otherwild Feminist With a To-Do List Pin ($12): Your friend is a badass, and it's about time everyone else knows it.
Favor the Kind Get It Girl Office Sign ($28): This plaque truly gets it. And your BFF will love it because it won't take up too much space on her desk. There's work to be done, after all.
200 Women Who Will Change the Way You See the World ($50): If your friend will press pause on her latest TED Talk for a bit, she's going to flip over this read. This powerful book contains interviews from 200 women across the world, including Jane Goodall, Roxane Gay, and Lydia Ko.
Ban.do I Am Very Busy Thermal Mug ($15): A Type A mantra on a thermal mug that's perfect for the girl on-the-go? We can't think of a more appropriate gift.
Skyroam Solis Mobile Hotspot and Power Bank ($150): Help your friend get stuff done anywhere and everywhere with a mobile hotspot. This handy gadget is pay-as-you-go, so they'll only have to pay when it's absolutely needed. (Which is always.)
Stationery Boutique Make Your Own Business Card Stamp ($45): Your bestie is probably never without her business cards, but a fresh design is always a good idea! This customizable stamp has a clean, minimalist look that she'll love.
MochiThings Better Together A4 Pouch ($60): These pouches come with so many pockets and zippers that there truly is a spot for everything. And fair warning: Once she knows about it, your friend will want to spend all of their money on this site.
Patchology Perfect Weekend FlashMasque Kit($20): Chances are, your always-on-the-run friend isn't the best at taking the time to do something nice for themselves. That's where these masks come in handy. And bonus: Sheet masks like this allow for some serious multitasking.
Argento Geo Wireless Charging Pad ($28): Who doesn't need a back-up charger? This pad will charge all kinds of different phones, making it extra handy for the office.
LennyMud Leslie Knope Mug ($16): Leslie Knope is the embodiment of the Type A personality: organized, strong, and ready for anything. Let this mug serve as the ultimate office mantra.
House of Intuition I Am Strong Affirmation Candle ($40): Affirmation candles are amazing tools for self-love rituals. This spicy nutmeg-scented candle not only smells great but also carries a seriously powerful intention.
Rowan Tree Supplies Rainbow Gel Pen ($2+): Gift your friend these nostalgic gel pens and they'll be crossing off their to-do list in true #TBT style.
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Allison Wheeler
Allison Collins lives in Denton, Texas with her husband and two dogs. She is a honky tonk connoisseur, Bruce Springsteen enthusiast, and proud member of the West Texas Cloud Appreciation Society.