Celebrate Women's Achievements This International Women's Day

Explore meaningful gifts and inspiring stories highlighting women’s resilience and friendships this International Women's Day.

Explore meaningful gifts and inspiring stories highlighting women’s resilience. Image: Pexels

International Women’s Day is right around the corner, celebrated on March 8, 2025, and the day promises to be filled with empowering gestures and remarkable acknowledgments of women’s contributions across various fields. This year, the theme is “Accelerate Action,” encouraging individuals to express appreciation for the women who inspire them, whether they are family members, friends, or coworkers. Experts suggest gifting meaningful items, particularly from women-led brands or those aligned with causes promoting women’s advancement.

From personalized jewelry to nourishing self-care products and gifts in the signature colors of International Women’s Day—purple, green, and white—there's no shortage of options to uplift and inspire the women who matter most. Out of many, we’ve curated 9 gifts for this occasion, each selected to encourage and recognize the remarkable women in our lives.

1. Farmgirl Flowers Springamajig Bouquet

   
   

Among the top recommended gifts is the Farmgirl Flowers Springamajig Bouquet, which not only brightens any space but also supports gender equity initiatives since the company contributes nearly $1 million to related organizations. The bouquet purchase even aids recovery efforts from California wildfires, making it both beautiful and meaningful.

The bouquet purchase even aids recovery efforts from California wildfires, making it both beautiful and meaningful. Image: Pexels

2. Pottery With A Purpose’s DIY pottery kit

   
   

Celebrity business strategist Nina Vargas highlights another great gifting idea: Pottery With A Purpose’s DIY pottery kit. These kits promote mindfulness and creativity, providing individuals with the chance to create unique pieces—all sourced from women-owned initiatives contributing to mental wellness support.

Celebrity business strategist Nina Vargas highlights another great gifting idea. Image: Pexels

3. Books written about inspirational women

   
   

What about gift ideas for co-workers? Christy Swaid, world-champion athlete, emphasizes the value of thoughtful gestures for colleagues—suggesting books and personalized gifts filled with messages highlighting how they inspire you. One recommended title is Edie Hand's Women of True Grit, featuring short biographies of determined women, including stories of renowned figures like astronaut Jan Davis.

Books written about inspirational women. Image: Pexels.

5. Equally heartfelt is gifting gourmet treats

   
   

Equally heartfelt is gifting gourmet treats. Vargas suggests Sweeter Cards, which offer not only beautiful, ethical cards but also gourmet sea salt caramel bars made by adults with disabilities, presenting both delicious and meaningful options

Meaningful sweet treats make wonderful gifts. Image: Pexels.

6. Pearl jewelrys

   
   

For moms, Swaid recommends jewelry featuring pearls as symbols of resilience. Elegant earrings from Their, crafted from 100% recycled materials, can serve as stunning gifts showcasing beauty and endurance, establishing a connection between wearers and the story behind the piece.

Swaid recommends jewelry featuring pearls as symbols of resilience. Image: Pexels.

7. Skincare products

   
   

If beauty and wellness products are more their style, Tubby Todd offers gentle skincare solutions founded with caring for sensitive skin at heart. Their products cater both to the new mamas and their little ones, as well as serve broader charitable initiatives supporting kids’ needs.

This gift reflects the spirit of International Women’s Day, allowing the recipient to indulge and take care of their well-being. Image: Pexels.

The Therabox Nourish Box offers curated elements for self-care, loaded with items worth over $185 aimed at promoting self-love. This gift reflects the spirit of International Women’s Day, allowing the recipient to indulge and take care of their well-being.

8. Delicious mocktails 

   
   

Not forgetting the fun side, innovative gifts like Mocktail Club’s variety packs of delicious, low-calorie mocktails cater to lifestyle preferences, helping women enjoy great flavors without the alcohol—perfect for those choosing healthier options.

A tender mocktail for a woman who deserves to be adored. Image: Pexels.

10. Barbie dolls released by Mattel

    
    

Adding a unique touch this year are the newly unveiled one-of-a-kind Barbie dolls released by Mattel. Celebrated just before International Women’s Day, these dolls aim to honor female friendships. Among the eight new dolls are two representing U.S. Olympic gymnastics gold medalists Jordan Chiles and Jade Carey. This unique initiative stands as both inspiration and representation, encouraging young women to take action and embrace their dreams.

Jordan Chiles and Jade Carey, who brought pride to the nation during their athletic performances at the 2024 Summer Olympics held in Paris, represent resilience and commitment. Recently, Chiles released her memoir titled I'm That Girl: Living the Power of My Dreams, paving the way for stories to inspire the next generation of female athletes.

Mattel reaffirms the notion of female friendship and the power embodied by women supporting each other through all walks of life. Image: The Straits Times.

Alongside them, Mattel's dolls celebrate legendary female figures like Australian tennis champions Evonne Goolagong Cawley and Ash Barty, who both share close bonds not only as athletes but as mentors fostering future sports talents.

With each barbie doll, Mattel reaffirms the notion of female friendship and the power embodied by women supporting each other through all walks of life. The dolls crafted represent various backgrounds, showcasing the strength and resilience of women—from athletes to actors and disability advocates.

Summary

Celebrate Women's Achievements This International Women's Day. Image: Pexels.

The significance of this year's International Women's Day lies not just in gifts exchanged but also the impactful stories behind those gifts, reminding us to acknowledge and celebrate the women who inspire us. This spirit encapsulates all 9 gift ideas, which aim to uplift, empower, and show appreciation on what promises to be another unforgettable International Women’s Day.

By Evrim Agaci - evrimagaci.org