Finding the best gifts for women over 60 can be a joy – especially when you know what will genuinely delight her. Whether you’re shopping for your mum, grandmother, aunt, friend, or colleague, today’s modern Australian woman in her sixties is vibrant, stylish, and full of life. She values quality over clutter, comfort over trends, and experiences that enrich her wellbeing.
2025’s top gift trends reflect exactly that: thoughtful, luxurious, and deeply personal.
Here’s our curated list of the 10 best gifts for women over 60 in Australia – ideas that will make her feel loved, inspired, and beautifully celebrated.
1. Personalised Wellness or Travel Journal (from $25)
A personalised journal is one of the most meaningful gifts for women over 60 who love mindfulness, reflection, or writing.
Choose a beautifully designed Australian brand like MiGoals or Emma Kate Co. with gratitude prompts and self-care reflections. Or explore Lantern Studios for Japanese-printed, hand-bound journals with ribbon markers and bead closures.
If she’s planning travels in 2026, she’ll adore a linen travel journal from bespokepress.com.au – stunning keepsakes for documenting her adventures. Add her name in gold foil for an elegant personal touch.
2. Silk Pillowcase and Sleep Mask Set (from $45)
For the woman who appreciates a touch of luxury, a silk pillowcase and sleep mask set is a beauty must-have. Mulberry silk reduces frizz, minimises fine lines, and promotes restful sleep.
Australian favourites like Kip & Co., Slip, and The Goodnight Co. offer beautiful sets in soft neutrals, prints, and blush tones.
For added pampering, include deeply relaxing Lula eye masks (from $29.99 – you’ll want a box for yourself too!).
3. Handwritten Family Recipe Book (from $30)
Few gifts are as sentimental as a handwritten recipe book. Perfect for the family matriarch who loves cooking, baking, or preserving recipes for the next generation.
Choose a linen or leather-bound journal and start by writing in a few family favourites. Papier.com offers beautiful recipe journals around $64 – ideal heirloom gifts.
4. Smart Reading Glasses (around $100)
A practical yet stylish gift, smart reading glasses are perfect for women who love reading, crafting, or cooking. Brands like EyeQ and Oscar Wylee offer lightweight frames with anti-glare and adaptive lenses. Tech-friendly and effortlessly chic – perfect for the modern grandmother.
5. Monthly Flower Subscription (from $50/month)
Fresh flowers never go out of style. With Australian subscription services like Floraly, Little Flowers, or Fig & Bloom, she’ll receive gorgeous seasonal blooms delivered straight to her door. It’s one of the best ongoing gift ideas for women over 60 – bringing joy month after month.
6. Jo Malone Luxury Fragrance (from $127)
If you’re looking to spoil her, you can never go wrong with Jo Malone London.
The standout 2025 luxury pick is the Jo Malone 25-Day Advent Calendar ($895) – packed with mini and full-size fragrances, candles, and treats.
For more budget-friendly luxury, consider:
Fragrant Festivities Cologne Collection (5 x 9ml) – $182
Orange Bitters Cologne (30ml) – $127
Elegant, indulgent, unforgettable.
7. Creative Workshop Experience (from $80)
Experience gifts are huge for 2025 – especially for women who love learning or socialising.
Choose classes such as:
pottery
watercolour painting
flower arranging
resin art
sculpting
paint & sip evenings
There are workshops in almost every suburb, and she may even discover a new lifelong hobby.
8. Luxe Cashmere Wrap (around $180)
A cashmere wrap is a timeless and versatile gift she’ll treasure for years. Soft, elegant, and perfect for travel, theatre outings, or staying cosy at home.
Australian brands like Cable Melbourne and Banana Blue offer ethically sourced, beautifully crafted pieces with understated luxury.
9. Smart Home Assistant (from $130)
Gift her convenience with a Google Nest Hub or Amazon Echo Show. She can:
listen to music
set reminders
check the weather
create shopping lists
video call the grandkids
control lights and appliances
It’s one of the best tech gifts for women over 60 in 2025.
10. Luxury Wellness Retreat (from $450+)
For the ultimate indulgence, treat her to an Australian luxury wellness retreat. Top picks include:
Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat (Gold Coast hinterland)
Gaia Retreat & Spa (Byron Bay)
She’ll enjoy world-class spa treatments, nourishing meals, and mindfulness programs—a transformative gift for body and soul.
Final Thoughts
The best gifts for women over 60 in 2025 don’t need to be expensive – they just need to be thoughtful. Take a moment to consider what she truly loves: her hobbies, her favourite colours, her memories.
Sometimes the most meaningful gift is a simple scarf in her favourite shade or a bottle of wine from a winery she once visited. It’s the thoughtfulness that makes her feel cherished.