Galentine's Day, celebrated on February 13, is the day before Valentine's Day set aside for your friends: brunch, a group chat full of hearts, and a small gift that says you get each other. If you are hunting for Galentine's gifts that feel fun instead of generic, playful handmade earrings are a great answer. They are small, easy to wrap, and they show you know her sense of humor.
Quick answer: The best Galentine's gifts are small, personal and a little bit funny. Hand-painted clay earrings like the XOXO dangles, lips studs or clinking beer mugs are under $25 each, so you can pick a different pair for every friend in the group.
What makes a good Galentine's gift
- It fits the friendship. An inside joke beats an expensive candle every time.
- It works for a group. If you are buying for four or five friends, a price under $25 each keeps things easy.
- It actually gets worn. Every piece here is shaped from earthen clay, baked and painted by hand, and clay keeps even bold earrings light.
Galentine's day gift ideas by personality
For the hopeless romantic: XOXO Dangle Earrings
The XOXO Dangle Earrings are hand-sculpted from terracotta clay with brass fittings. They are on theme for February, but she will wear them all year.
For the friend with the best lipstick: Clay Lips Studs
The Earthen Clay Lips Stud Earrings are tiny, minimalist studs with brass post backings that sit flat against the ear. Pair them with the XOXO dangles for two friends who always match.
For the brewery buddy: Cheers Beer Mug Dangles
The Cheers Beer Mug Dangle Earrings show two clinking mugs. They are lightweight and made to start conversations, which makes them perfect for the friend who always picks the bar.
For the soft, pretty dresser: Coquette Bow Dangles
The Coquette Bow Dangle Earrings have a ribbon-inspired bow hand-painted in soft pastels, on brass hooks. They are listed at 1.5 inches long and 15 grams.
For the animal lovers: Fox and Cow Studs
Our Fox Stud Earrings and Cow Stud Earrings are hand-sculpted from terracotta clay with brass fittings. Give one pair to each of two friends for matching, not identical, jewelry.
Browse every pair in our best friend jewelry gifts and funny and quirky earrings collections.
How to plan Galentine's gifts for a group
Pick a theme, not a twin
Instead of buying everyone the same pair, choose designs that share a mood: hearts and XOXO for romance, fox and cow for animal fans, beer mugs for the friends you meet at the brewery.
Set a budget early
All the earrings above are under $25. If one friend deserves something bigger, our necklace and earring sets start at $36.75.
Wrap it with a note
A short line about a shared memory turns a small gift into a keeper.
Make the reveal part of the party
Hand out the gifts at brunch or movie night and let everyone open them at the same time. Half the fun is seeing who got the beer mugs and who got the bow. Bonus points if the whole group wears their new earrings for the photo.
Treat yourself too
Galentine's Day is about the friends who make you feel good, and that includes you. Add one pair to the cart for yourself.
Want something a little more romantic?
If you are shopping for a partner too, see our Valentine's Day gifts for her or the heart jewelry collection. For more ideas for friends, read best friend jewelry gifts that actually get worn.
Ordering and shipping
Every order ships free and insured within the U.S., includes a free surprise gift and comes with 30-day returns. Because each piece is handmade, orders ship within 5 to 7 business days. For a Galentine's brunch, order a couple of weeks ahead so the earrings arrive in time.
FAQ
What is a good Galentine's Day gift?
Something small, personal and fun, like a pair of hand-painted clay earrings that matches her personality, from XOXO dangles to beer mug or fox earrings.
Are there Galentine's gifts under $25?
Yes. The XOXO, lips, beer mug, bow, fox and cow earrings in this guide are each under $25, so you can get a different pair for each friend.
When is Galentine's Day?
Galentine's Day is celebrated on February 13, the day before Valentine's Day.
