7 Unique Gifts for the Ocean Lover or Beach Lover
Unique Ocean Inspired Gifts for the Ocean-lover and Beach-aholic
Are you looking for that just-right gift for a favorite beach lover you know or an ocean loving family member, or sand and sea obsessed friend? I've found these for you!! These ocean and beach gift ideas bring the soothing beauty of the coast, the feel of the sun’s warmth, the scent of the sea, and that salty breeze right to you.
These treasures for your favorite ocean lovers are not mass-market produced items. Not at all! Each item here is a unique, thoughtful selection made by women-owned small businesses that I know and trust. So any gift you choose will have that extra-special personal touch of exclusive ocean inspired creativity for someone whose favorite place is at the shore. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or even a treat-yourself gift.
Why Beach-Inspired Gifts?
If you know someone who adores the beach, then you know that they love the beach and the sea in a deep, committed way. It’s why a beach-themed gift makes sense—they bring the memories of warm sand, a relaxing ocean breeze, and the rhythmic sound of waves right back to you.
Whether it’s art, candles, or accessories, these thoughtful gifts will certainly trigger a deep sigh of delight, profuse gratitude from your beach-loving friend who can’t stop thinking of the coast. An just-because ocean gift, or a birthday, holiday, or surprise gift, each item will become one of their new coastal 'favorite things'.
Why Supporting Small, Women-Owned Businesses Matters
Each beachy gift in my list comes from a women-owned small business. So not only are you nailing a gift for your ocean-loving pal, but you are also supporting women who create these amazing treats. By choosing a unique beach-lover gift from these passionate creators, you’re giving personal specialty goods, but you’re also directly supporting these dedicated, inventive artisans.
Each of these talented women has found a way to share their love for the coast, translating the beauty, peace, and energy of the ocean into art, jewelry, candles, and more. Supporting their businesses about connecting to the ocean’s magic through their creativity and passion. By choosing these unique ocean and beach gifts, you’re joining in the celebration of the sea, these creators’ hard work, and the spirit of independent, woman-owned businesses that bring the coastal vibe to life in such a meaningful way.
BEYOND THE BLUE Canvas – Stride Coastal
Cherie (that’s me), the talented (shameless plug) digital creator behind Stride Coastal, pours her love for the ocean into each piece of art she creates. As an independent creative and beach lover, Cherie’s mission is to capture that feeling of peace and beauty the coast offers and bring it into people’s homes. She believes that being in nature near the sea has immense benefits that create feelings of calm and peace.
She’s dedicated to quality and thoughtful design that brings those benefits inside, ensuring each piece evokes the feelings and memories of the ocean itself. With a style that speaks to anyone who loves the sea, Cherie’s work makes Stride Coastal a true gem among unique gifts.
BEYOND THE BLUE doesn’t just capture the ocean; it immerses you in it. BEYOND THE BLUE Canvas aims to make you feel as if you’re planted in the warm sand, gazing out at endless waters from your favorite shore. This canvas uses a high-quality fade-resistant finish ensuring that its deep blues and calming whites stay vibrant. The canvas is printed on a large scale printer using eco-soluble ink, because - well - if we love the shore, we have to be kind to the planet.
Other ocean pieces like JELLYFISH GLOW and BEACH BOUNTY, also delight ocean lovers with their coastal vibes. Perfect for a beach house, a cozy nook or any room that needs the refreshing feel of the sea. BEYOND THE BLUE adds a sense of openness and tranquility wherever it hangs, bringing a serene and airy vibe into any home. So if one of her favorite places is at the shore, you can give her the next best thing.
Ocean View Spa Salt Bar – Blue Cottage Lane
Blue Cottage Lane, founded by Charity, is a heartfelt endeavor that started as a passion project and has blossomed into a creative soap-making business. Charity’s dedication to crafting high-quality, nourishing soaps shows her commitment to detail and love for self-care. Every soap is handmade with responsibly sourced ingredients (Charity sources palm oil according to the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil - RSPO guidelines) and fair-trade practices (Shea butter from Baraka Impact which supports women entrepreneurs in Ghana). Charity’s dedication makes Blue Cottage Lane’s offerings not only a wonderfully aromatic treat but also a testament to the care and dedication that only an independent, woman-owned business can bring.
Her Ocean View Spa Salt Bar is part of her collection of soaps made with coconut oil and Pink Himalayan salt. Not only is it great for exfoliation and cleansing, it’s designed to refresh and pamper the skin with scents that invoke the ocean experience. Also part of this collection are Tropical Castaway, Seaside Lily and Margarita Rescue Salt Bars. Each use leaves your skin feeling soft and revitalized, thanks to high quality oils and butters. It’s the ideal beachy gift for someone who wants that relaxing, post-beach feeling at home with soaps that pay tribute to the sea, while also supporting sustainable skincare.
Ocean Breeze Silk Scarf – Mila & Mate
Margarita, the founder of Mila & Mate, brings a unique perspective to sustainable, eco-friendly products. Her approach combines artistry, elegance and responsibility, crafting high-quality pieces that feel as refreshing as a day by the sea. Margarita’s dedication to ethical practices, natural materials, and working with emerging designers makes her products distinctive and unique, capturing the nature, architecture, art and the everyday in her scarf designs. With Margarita’ vision and creativity, Mila & Mate stands out as a perfect gift choice for anyone who wants a bit of nature’s beauty in their day.
Mila & Mate’s Ocean Breeze Silk Scarf is crafted for those who want an elegant scarf that carries the essence of the ocean. This luxurious, eco-friendly scarf features a fresh, ocean-inspired design, making it the perfect accessory for everyday elegance. Lightweight and easy to wear, it brings a touch of coastal beauty to any outfit, offering a stylish reminder of the carefree beach days we all love. This silk scarf makes a great gift for beach lovers, letting them feel connected to the ocean wherever they are.
Ocean Lovers may also like the Tides Modal Cashmere Scarf or the Tropical Parrots Silk Scarf.
Ocean Jewelry Collection – Foterra Jewelry
Morgan, the creative mind behind Foterra Jewelry, is inspired by her love for the outdoors, especially the ocean and coastlines. As an independent jeweler, she channels her passion for nature into finely crafted pieces that feel like a little escape to the beach. Each piece in her collection reflects her dedication to detail and her desire to connect people to the natural world. Morgan’s work is a true labor of love, capturing coastal beauty in jewelry that ocean lovers everywhere can treasure.
Each piece in the Ocean Jewelry Collection from Foterra Jewelry is like a miniature seascape captured in fine metal and glass. Foterra’s designs, like the Good Things Come in Waves Bar Necklace, which was created from an aerial photograph of the seashore. Morgan’s jewelry is a thoughtful gift for those who want to feel connected to the sea, and wear beautiful reminders of their beach trips and ocean adventures. With many pieces in the collection, you have options!! These beautiful pieces are a great way for beach-loving friends or family members to carry a bit of the ocean’s beauty with them wherever they go.
Sea Salt and Orchid Soy Candle – Scented Designs
Kate, the founder of Scented Designs, is dedicated to creating beautiful candles that are gentle on both the senses and the environment. Based in San Jose, Kate uses her passion for quality to handcraft soy candles that bring warmth and comfort into homes. Her commitment to clean, sustainable ingredients makes her candles perfect for anyone wanting to elevate their space with a touch of natural beauty. Plus through her membership to 1% for the Planet, Kate acts on her commitment to healthy environmental practices. Scented Designs is a testament to the creativity and hard work that small, woman-owned businesses bring to the world.
The Sea Salt and Orchid Soy Candle from Scented Designs is a delight for anyone looking to bring a bit of the coast indoors. With soy wax for a cleaner, longer burn, this candle is perfect for filling your home with the memories of relaxing long days at the beach. The scent is subtle yet refreshing, combining the mineral-like saltiness of the sea with soft floral notes, creating a beachy atmosphere wherever it’s lit. It’s an excellent option for beach-aholics who are also obsessed with scented candles. There’s nothing quite like a scented candle on long, cozy nights when you want to feel closer to the ocean. You might also consider the Black Sea Soy Candle with ocean notes as well as amber and vanilla.
Beach-C Earrings – Dana Brynn Jewelry
Dana, the creator behind Dana Brynn Jewelry, creates her pieces in her airy, bright studio in her garage. Her jewelry designs reflect her own joy and creativity, handcrafting each piece in her home studio filled with light and inspiration. Dana’s eye for vibrant color and unique shapes shines through in every piece she makes, adding an artistic touch that transforms jewelry into a daily delight. Dana’s commitment to her craft makes her work a true expression of what independent creators can achieve.
Her Beach-C earrings hold a very special secret! They are made with sand from Malibu Beach fused into the copper. What a fun beach gift for someone who loves the shore and the ocean! The earrings are inspired by the natural beauty of rolling sand dunes, giving them an understated yet elegant look. These earrings are lightweight and hypoallergenic, so they’re comfortable enough to wear all day, whether you’re out by the beach or dressing up for a night out. Beach lovers who appreciate a subtle coastal aesthetic may also love her Beach-S necklace made with fine silver. They’re a great gift idea for anyone who loves jewelry that combines a simple, clean look with a hint of the shore.
Key Largo Cotton Terry Towel Sarong – Simple Sarongs
Simple Sarong started with Kami Darnell’s lightbulb moment: what if a beach towel had buttons to make wrapping it super easy? Fast forward to now, and Ashley Ryon has taken that idea and made it even better. She’s all about blending style with practicality, so every sarong is not just soft and lightweight but also looks gorgeous. Plus, with multiple buttonholes, you can wear it any way you like, no matter your shape or size. It’s been featured on The Today Show and in O, The Oprah Magazine, and it’s perfect for adding a little poolside confidence—whether you’re at the beach, gym, or just lounging at home.
Alright, imagine this: You’re just out of the pool and you try to wrap beach towels around yourself and your kids, but they keep falling off. It’s happened to all of us. Simple Sarongs has a solution. A Simple Sarong is a beach towel and cover-up in one! Perfect for beach days, poolside relaxation or even for the gym or spa. Just dry off with the towel, wrap it and secure it in place with buttons. We have beautiful seaside colors, floral patterns that remind you of Hawaii and matching styles for kids! And it comes in a handy small pouch you can throw into your beach bag. Her sarongs come in a variety of colors and patterns.
The Key Largo Cotton Terry Simple Sarong from Simple Sarongs is soft, absorbent, and dries fast, plus the strategically placed button closures mean it actually stays in place, so you’re hands-free and comfy. Beach lovers may also love the Hibiscus Island Microfiber Simple Sarong. What a fun, great beach gift idea!
Treat Yourself: The Perfect Beach Gift for the Beach Lover in You
Who says you can’t treat yourself? If you’re the beach lover who dreams of waves and sun, then by all means, treat yourself to one of these amazing ocean inspired gifts to keep that coastal feeling close. These products create the ultimate mini-escape and make a fun gift from you to you. And if you’re lucky enough to be planning beach vacations, be sure to grab the Key Largo Simple Sarong for that perfect beach day feel.