The Best Gifts for Vegans

Shopping for vegans can be challenging, since many go-to options like a nice box of milk chocolate or a cute leather bracelet are off-limits. Not sure what to buy instead? We rounded up these gifts that celebrate the veggie-loving, animal-friendly BFFs on your list. From the practical (vegan deodorant) to the playful (an avocado iPhone case), these eight presents are just what the herbivore ordered.

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To buy: $70; nordstrom.com

Animal-friendly fashionistas won’t feel guilty carrying around this super cute faux-leather tote, which is available in four neutral hues and boasts chic braided handles.

To buy: $27; amazon.com

Vegans and carnivores alike will want second helpings of the plant-based dishes in food blogger Angela Liddon’s pioneering cookbook. Pick up a copy for a veghead who’d love to whip up tasty recipes like lentil mushroom ‘bolognese’ and fudgy flourless brownies.

To buy: $14; sephora.com

Deodorant might seem like an odd gift choice, but it can be challenging for those who are vegan to stock up on personal care supplies—many beauty products test on animals or contain trace animal byproducts, such as beeswax. Luckily, this deodorant from Tarte is vegan and cruelty-free. Bonus points for its adorable packaging.

To buy: $16; nordstrom.com

Does this iPhone case even require any explanation? Every plant lover deserves some extra avo in their life. This stylish case lets them show their love for the healthy fats-packed fruit (yes, it's technically a fruit).

To buy: $13; amazon.com

No sad desk lunch here. This mason salad jar comes with a built-in dressing container so she can keep her greens crisp when bringing her lunch to work. It’s the little things.

To buy: $45; sephora.com

Not only does this face mask combine two of our favorite things ever—watermelon and good-for-your-skin hyaluronic acid—it’s also vegan-friendly, cruelty-free, and formulated without any synthetic dyes.

To buy: $15; amazon.com

You don’t have to be vegan to know how messy things get when you open a new jar of peanut butter and try to mix in the oil separated on top. But since plant-based eaters need to get their protein from meat-free sources such as nut butter, this genius stirrer will become a kitchen staple for them. They can use the BPA-free tool to mix nut butters without splashing excess oil all over the kitchen counter.

To buy: $25; amazon.com

This next-level slicer lets your vegan friend prep veggies in cool new ways. She can choose from any of the tool’s three blades to create carrot ribbons, zoodles, or julienned sweet potatoes. The possibilities are endless!