The Ultimate Gift Guide for National Best Friends Day

There seems to be a holiday celebrating virtually every relationship in life. From our parents to our siblings to even our bosses, there’s no limit to the number of bonds that you could conceivably honor with a gift. Falling on June 8th, National Best Friends Day was officially designated in 1935 by the United States Congress. The date was chosen because it typically falls during a warm and pleasant time of year, making it ideal for friends to gather outside and celebrate their relationship.

In the modern world, it’s easier than ever to make the most of the holiday — due in large part to social media culture. Friends take great pride in celebrating one another at the best of times, but the opportunity to share that bond with others makes any celebration even more special. Posting tributes and sharing photographs is an easy way to highlight that unique friendship that stands out for its beauty and longevity.

Some people count their parents as their best friends. Others consider their siblings their closest confidantes. Many feel that their nearest and dearest friends are those they met and bonded with in elementary, middle, or high school. Of course, it’s not unusual to find great friends later in life either. Maybe you met the person you consider your true-blue BFF in college or even after you graduated. Friends come from all walks of life, and the best of them have a way of connecting with you on a deeper level. They know your ins and outs, understand and appreciate you for exactly who you are, tell it like it is every time, and love you unconditionally.

What’s not to celebrate about something as amazing as that kind of best friendship? While you might certainly go the distance for your friend each day, there’s also no harm in shining the spotlight on them in a big way when the occasion calls for it. Here are some gift ideas to consider giving this year to let your dear friend know just how much they mean to you.

Express Your Gratitude

You know what they say about a friend in need. When your friend has proven to be there for you time and time again, express your gratitude and affection with a meaningful flower arrangement that says it all. Pink roses are symbolic of the special connection you share with your friend. They’re flowers of sincerity, delivering a genuine and heartfelt message that you appreciate all that your friend has done for you and continues to do for you. With its chic style and medley of calla lilies, lisianthus, and protea, the Olivia Bouquet says it all with such unique charm.

Wish Them Well

Part of honoring your best friend is supporting their every endeavor and being there for them through all of the ups and downs. The joyous Baby Lucky Elephant Succulent Planter serves as a constant reminder of your unwavering support, trust, and hope for their future. You only want the best for your loyal friend and this wonderful little companion will remind them of you each time they glance its way. The succulent also happens to be the perfect gift, requiring minimal care and holding up beautifully on a desktop, bedside table, or anywhere they want to incorporate a little natural beauty and whimsy.

Send Good Cheer

Spreading smiles wherever they go is their business — so why not highlight that cheery aspect of their personality with a beautiful arrangement? À la Mode brims with joy, positivity, timeless beauty, strength, and good fortune. The naturally uplifting white rose is symbolic of purity, and a beautiful reflection of the special bond you share with your dear friend. It’s a lovely gift idea for the friend who has persevered through a lot in life or anyone who has a habit of bringing a big smile to your face.

Celebrate Their Dreams

Your best friend is a dreamer. A doer. A person who never allows the challenges in life to bring them down, no matter how big or impossible they might seem. The ZZ plant is the perfect botanical representation of that positive vibe. The plant is reflective of strength, determination, and positivity — all traits that you can be confident the most can-do, go-get-‘em best friend definitely possesses. They can place the ZZ Plant - Medio in the kitchen or on a desktop for an instant perk-me-up and a reminder of all they’re capable of accomplishing.

Brighten Their World

A best friend is so many things wrapped into one and chief among them is your number one champion, always there to root you on and inspire you to do your best. They often know what you’re capable of even before you do. Giving an orchid is a wonderful way to recognize your supportive friend who has always been there for you, and who has been your source of confidence when you’ve lacked it. This plant symbolizes respect, dignity, and admiration. Try the Ash 2-Stem Phalaenopsis in a ceramic pot for a spectacular gift they’re sure to appreciate.

Nurture Their Spirit

Everyone needs to take a time out now and then. That’s especially true of the best friend who is constantly on the move, rushing from one event to the next, handling everything on their busy agenda without missing a beat. You can only sit back and admire from afar, wondering how they manage to do it so flawlessly. For this type of friend, the gift of self-care and respite is more than welcome — and oh so thoughtful. The Apotheke Cedarwood Ginger Candle is a dreamy choice, marrying the scent of red tea and ginger with sweet fig and coconut. They’ll be inspired to take some time out for themselves right away.

Feed Them Well

The best friend who’s always putting others first undoubtedly has a lock on giving the best gifts in town. Maybe they’re the ones who do the treating at the restaurant or the ones who bake up a storm the night before your birthday. Surprise this thoughtful BFF with a package of COCO 10 Sea Salt Caramel Truffles. This beautifully packaged collection includes 10 mouth-watering Isle of Skye sea salt caramel chocolates made with South American cacao. They’re vegan, too, an added bonus for your eco-minded friend who’s always on the hunt for some good quality, dairy-free chocolate.

Celebrate Their Beauty

They’re beautiful — inside and out! In every way, you appreciate all the wonderful traits that make them so uniquely them. Invite them to indulge on this special day with the Los Poblanos Man Kit Gift Set. It’s got all your BFF needs to feel their very best, including a bar of creamy soap, agave exfoliating soap saver, a bottle of lavender-scented lotion, beard oil, a wooden comb, and lip salve. Talk about decadence!

No one knows your best friend quite like you do! Make the most of National Best Friends Day and delight them with something they’re sure to cherish as much as they treasure you.