Best 40th birthday gift ideas for women that she'll adore for years to come

RRP: From £29 | Delivery: Dependant on retailer | Refundable: Dependant on retailer | If you're a fan of rose perfumes but love something fruity as well, this popular Diptyque candle will tick all of your boxes with its blend of blackcurrant and rose notes that work in unison to create a sweet and sharp but comforting aroma. It's one of the best scented candles for a fragrance that really fills the room and lingers. 

RRP: From £50 | Delivery: Immediate via email | Refundable: Non-refundable | Found in some of the most beautiful parts of England for a memorable UK staycation, The Pig Hotels have a well-earned reputation for heavenly rooms, illustrious interiors, and incredible food. Treat someone to a three-course meal at any of The Pig Hotels with this voucher and they will enjoy a lunch or dinner cooked with the freshest and most authentic foods and ingredients.

RRP: £115 | Delivery: Dependant on retailer | Refundable: Dependant on retailer | Before they were a cult favourite among trend-setting festival-goers, Hunter wellies were the first-ever wellington boots, designed over 150 years ago to be durable, comfortable, and most importantly, tackle all of the elements. Throw on your best winter coat and you're reading for some countryside romping.

RRP: £85 | Delivery: 3–5 working days | Refundable: 30-day return policy | Give them something that feels truly luxurious with this hydrocotton robe that looks as indulgent as it feels. You could even pair it with some of the warmest leggings for winter and a pair of the best slippers for a truly cozy present.

RRP: £90 | Delivery: Up to 5 working days | Refundable: 14-day refund policy | This luxury cream is one of the best face moisturizers for deep hydration, would make a great gift for anyone going into their 40s who's concerned about their skin showing signs of aging. With super luxurious high-end ingredients like black truffles, platinum, silk, and champagne it's a real treat that will leave skin looking more smooth, firm, and radiant.
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RRP: £75 | Delivery: 2-3 weeks | Refundable: Non-refundable | A gorgeous customized gift that will be cherished forever, this family names necklace is designed to keep your loved ones close to your heart. Choose from sterling silver, yellow gold, or rose gold, customize the text and pick the chain length for a bespoke piece that will be completely unique to the recipient. One of the best personalized jewelry gifts for those with a sentimental side.

RRP: £189.95 | Delivery: Express delivery available | Refundable: 30-day return policy | Everyone loves a new plant and this beautiful copper terrarium is sure to add a statement to any home. It's air-purifying and doesn't need constant watering which are both great aspects. This plant would look great in a bathroom, bedroom, living room, patio—just about anywhere really! After all, plenty of greenery is one of the major interiors design trends for 2022. 

RRP: £1,215 | Delivery: Dependant on retailer | Refundable: Dependant on retailer | To buy a piece of Saint Laurent fashion is to make an investment and this crossbody bag will certainly last for generations to come. Its quilted exterior is a modern style statement but its classic style will look elegant with any outfit. A true capsule wardrobe piece for fashion enthusiasts.

RRP: From £22 | Delivery: Dependant on retailer | Refundable: 30-day return policy | Who doesn't love a Nigel Slater recipe this cookbook features a collection of over 110 substantial and comforting plant-led spring and summer recipes? This would also make one of the best gifts for couples who love to cook up a storm in the kitchen together.

RRP: £850 | Delivery: Dependant on retailer| Refundable: Dependant on retailer | For someone really special, why not invest in a piece of jewelry for their 40th that will one day become an heirloom, staying in the family for generations? This stunning piece with a sparkling topaz stone reminds us of the ring Princess Diana once owned (worn by Meghan Markle to the evening reception of the royal wedding), so will make one of the best jewelry gifts for followers of the Royal Family, too.

RRP: £569 | Delivery: Dependant on retailer| Refundable: Yes, timeframe dependant on retailer | A practical present that also gives the gift of convenience, this is a piece of tech that you don't realize how much you needed one until you have the endless opportunities at your fingertips. The latest model offers a number of intuitive features to make multitasking easy, with features like Split View and Slide Over easier to discover and easier to use. 

RRP: Various price points | Delivery: Dependant on retailer | Refundable: Dependant on retailer | It doesn't matter how chilly a British summer evening gets when you have a fire bowl, so gift them a stylish fire pit that will look lovely in their garden and then let them carry on the evening into the cold night. It would also make one of the best wedding gifts for any couple who are just moving into a new place together.

RRP: £265 | Delivery: Dependant on retailer | Refundable: Dependant on retailer | A striking watch that marries comfort and style, this neutral-hued timepiece has a practical dial with the date and two chronographs and is water-resistant too. The canvas strap is much more comfortable to wear than the traditional metal strap that would usually come with this type of watch, and there is also a whole range of customizable colorways available.

RRP: £175 | Delivery: 2-4 working days | Refundable: 30-day refund policy | An elegant jewelry box that will help them keep all of their trinkets neat and organized and will look good on their dresser too. This box has two levels inside, the base of the box that has two deep large sections for things like watches and bangles, and a shallower removable tray above it that features a large and medium section and rows to hold their rings. It also has hanging hooks on the inside of the lid for them to store your best necklaces neatly without them ending up in any tangles.
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| Cheese and wine nights just got a serious upgrade. Treat someone to a subscription with Paxton & Whitfield and each month they will receive four carefully selected kinds of cheese, in peak condition and chosen for the season. Three months is the minimum subscription available, but there are also 6 and 12-month membership options. If you're feeling really decadent, you could pair this gift with a bottle of the best champagne from our guide. 

RRP: From £80 | Delivery: Immediate via email | Refundable: Non-refundable | Give the best home cook you know an experience they won't forget and new skills they can use forever but buying them a place on this popular cooker course. Offering advanced training for ambitious home cooks, the lucky recipient of this gift will learn has to cook infused foams and complex sauces, prepare and cook fish, meat, and poultry to perfection as well as learn the secrets to making the ultimate desserts.

RRP: From £50 | Delivery: Immediate via email | Refundable: Non-refundable | Partnership Editions is a platform that proffers art by emerging artists and sells both affordable limited edition prints and original artworks. Art is so subjective and buying art for a home is deeply personal, so avoid making the wrong choice by making the right and easy choice to buy someone a gift card instead. Let them find and fall in love with a new piece of art themselves—then thank you for it afterward.

RRP: £27 | Delivery: Dependant on retailer | Refundable: Non-refundable | We've seen the impact of dopamine dressing on the 2022 fashion trends, so it was only a matter of time before the beauty world followed. This stylish makeup pallet will allow the wearer to create vibrant and bold looks—with a super smooth and easy-to-apply formula for flawless results. 

RRP: £288 | Delivery: Immediate via email | Refundable: Non-refundable | For a truly spectacular 40th birthday gift idea, treat them to a sunrise hot air balloon ride for memories they'll treasure forever. Travel from a choice of launch sites throughout the UK and toast the occasion with a glass of bubbly after landing.