32 Unique 40th Birthday Gift Ideas They'll Love

Help celebrate her 40th with this unique necklace. Made of glass, nylon and glass, it has one bead for each year she's spent on earth.

Even if you've already chosen a great gift, don't forget to include a card that'll make them smile. "This is such a great card with an old-fashioned edge. My wife shares the same birthday with a good friend, and this card made for great laughs and a huge smile," one Amazon reviewer wrote.

Help them gently drift off to sleep with this sound machine, which boasts over 42,000 five-star reviews on Amazon. "Some cool features: You can change the timer for how long it stays on, or set it to just run all night, which is my go-to setting. If you do set a timer, the white noise it creates doesn't just stop suddenly, it slowly fades out so as not to disturb your sleep," one Amazon reviewer wrote.

She'll love this cute t-shirt that gives a nod to the year she was born. It's made of a soft cotton blend that'll keep her comfy from the gym, to running errands or even a casual meeting with friends.

Since it's such a big birthday, you can't give just any 'ol gift bag. This one is designed to impress and the elegant ribbon closure will ensure the present remains a complete surprise.

By the time they hit 40, they're probably starting to feel those dreaded aches and pains. Thanks to this candle, they can find the humor in it all — and enjoy the lovely floral aroma it will add to their home.

Remind her just how great she is with this makeup bag that can be used to carry her everyday essentials. Made of linen and waterproof material, one Amazon reviewer called it "cute and durable."

Silk pillowcases are a hot self-care item and are proven to reduce frizz and wrinkles. Despite being under $20, this pick wowed our experts with its high-quality materials. Not bad, if you ask us.

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A 2022 Kitchen Gear Award winner, this electric tea kettle was one of the best we tested. The temperature readings are fairly accurate and can be filled up without removing the lid, making it perfect for a busy 40-something-year-old.

They'll remember their 40th whenever they cook with this bamboo cutting board. It comes engraved with facts from the year they were born and it measures 12 inches in length. It's perfect for cutting cheese and vegetables.

Filled with over 400 pop-culture questions, this trivia game will surely be an instant hit at their birthday party. Amazon reviewers rave about its quality and the nostalgic feelings it brings them.

We promise that this soft cotton-poly number will quickly become his favorite t-shirt. It's printed with a punny phrase that's just perfect gift for a hip-hop fan.

If they like to keep their hands busy, this unique gift will give them hours of enjoyment. It includes 15 stems to create a lovely LEGO bouquet with roses, snapdragons, asters and more.

Screen magnifiers have been a huge hit with GH readers this year, and now that they're turning 40, they'll likely need it! This number will magnify their smartphone up to 14 inches and it comes with a stand.

We promise they'll laugh over this hilarious three-ply toilet paper. It's so funny, they might choose not to use it.

If you're on the hunt for a traditional gift, these ruby teardrop earrings fit the bill. They're just the right length (2.5 inches) to add oomph to her birthday look (or any other special occasion) and they feature screw backs to keep them secure. "Super lightweight and got many compliments on them!" shared one reviewer.

Help them celebrate their birthday in style with this custom book from The New York Times. It contains the front page from each year since they were born, complete with a beautiful binding.

Since they can never get enough of experiences, give them a little motivation to plan a memorable getaway. This inspiring book features 1,000 thrilling adventures for all types of travelers.

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Your BFF will love this hilarious wine bag, which is perfect for a girls' wine night. It's made of linen and will hold the standard wine bottle size of 750ml. "It was exactly as pictured," one Amazon purchaser wrote.

This 40th birthday glass cup will quickly become a part of their routine. The scratch-resistant design holds 16 ounces, and it comes with a bamboo lid to prevent any spills. They can use it for coffee, tea, beer, you name it.