For anyone who identifies as a woman, 2018 was a pretty bumpy year. (Also for a whole bunch of other people, but that’s another story.) What makes it all feel easier, I find, is surrounding yourself with a group of like-minded, badass feminists you can trust to always listen and have your back. And said group no doubt understands smashing the patriarchy is a serious undertaking that calls for getting loud and pushing limits.
While T-shirts and trinkets aren’t going to close the pay gap or protect reproductive rights, they can serve as daily motivation to take bigger actions that will help get these things done. Whether it’s wearing “Girl power” on a chain around your neck or drinking your morning coffee out of a patriarchy-smashing mug, these little reminders can be both comforting and inspirational. This year, show your friends some love with one of the clever gift ideas below, all of which are feminist AF.
A version of this article was originally published November 2018.
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Choose-Your-Feminist-Phrase Necklace
Gift your entire girl gang this necklace, which you can have engraved with different phrases like, “Resist,” “Queer” and “Flawless.”
‘Girl Gang’ Poster
A reminder of what matters, right there in the living room.
Herwave 2018 Sheer Silk Wrap
Gift someone the chance to be shrouded in the warmth of strong women whenever they want. This silk wrap features hand-drawn illustrations of all the Democratic female political candidates who ran for election during the 2018 midterms.
Look Human ’99 Problems’ 15-Ounce Mug
We’re all familiar with this rabbit hole.
Boob Earrings
A surprisingly subtle way to flaunt feminism while matching any outfit.
‘The Beauty Myth’ by Naomi Wolf
It’s not a new book, but Naomi Wolf’s The Beauty Myth is as relevant today as ever. Buy a copy for every woman in your life and help them free themselves from oppressive beauty standards that are really just patriarchy’s way to keep us distracted and down.
Womanizer Classic
An expensive sex toy definitely isn’t right for everyone on your list, but hear me out: Nothing says screw the patriarchy like being able to get the job done all on your own. And trust me; this one is the very best around.
‘Feminist AF’ Baseball Cap
This will shield you from the sun and the patriarchy at the same time!
US Supreme Court Justice Tee
Forget the Founding Fathers. It’s time to celebrate “the Supremes.”
Adornia ‘Nasty’ Lariat Necklace
Some delicate bling for a nasty woman.
‘Feminist’ Journal
Because what better place is there to rant than in a pink feminist-branded journal?
Look Human ‘Nolite te Bastardes Carborundorum’ 15-Ounce Mug
The Handmaid’s Tale said it best: “Nolite te bastardes carborundorum,” or “Don’t let the bastards grind you down.” Not a bad thing to be reminded of every morning.
‘The Future Is Female’ Sweatshirt
For an extra layer of feminism.
‘Future is Female’ Pin
Or, if a seatshirt isn’t your style, show your support with this ‘Future is Female’ pin.
Pin it!
Pin now and shop for your feminist friends later.
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