gift guide

Spending the entire season apart from your love is, well, a Summer bummer. Maybe you're braving the distance because one of you is studying abroad or going on a long trip — or maybe you're part of the permanent LDR club. Either way, one way to keep the love strong is with meaningful goodies as gifts. Put them all together as a sweet package, or mail them separately for surprises that keep on coming. Ahead, check out finds that'll make the break bearable until you see each other again.

Celebrate the guys in your life with a stylish gift come Father's Day — because even the manliest man likes to be spoiled. Don't equate the male shopping phobia with a distaste for style. Hardly! Save him the agony of picking out his own things by wrapping up a special something he can use day after day, whether it's a practical necessity or something he's never even heard of (ahem, Alexander McQueen or cashmere sweats).

For Father's Day, give the gift that keeps on giving with these family cookbooks, written by celebrity chefs who are also dads. You present Dad with an awesome, beautiful cookbook written by one of the best chefs, and in turn he'll offer delicious, memorable meals for you and your family. It's a win-win for everyone!

From exotic meats like venison and wild boar to cookbooks and kitchen gear to inspire his culinary adventures, we've rounded up our favorite picks for dads this Father's Day. While some are definite splurges, we've also included budge-minded picks, plus everything in between.

What do Ryan Gosling and Stress Ball Paul have in common? They're both ready and willing to help ease the pain of a breakup. For a friend who's going through the hard time, get her one of these awesome, sometimes-silly gifts. Whether she's the dumper or the dumpee, the finds will put a band-aid on her heart and a smile on her face. Get clicking, and let the girls' nights begin!

Today is National Best Friends Day! Forget the virtual greetings and tap into these perfect presents to show her just how much you care. Show a pal that's been there since the beginning — through breakups, new jobs, you name it — how much she's appreciated with a thoughtful gift, a sweet sentiment she'll adore.

Gathering what's bound to become her new favorite t-shirt and updated interpretations of the classic friendship bracelet, we've covered all your bases to make shopping for your top pal totally stress-free. Grab one of our favorite thoughtful gifts and then call her up and suggest an afternoon frozen yogurt for some girl time.

If your dad loves critters, then take note: we've got a collection of adorable and unique gifts, all from Etsy, that are perfect for Father's Day. From seriously cool animal artwork to toad ties, this collection of tokens for showing your appreciation will definitely leave a lasting impression. Click through to find just the right gift for your animal-loving dad.

Personalizing items adds a special and thoughtful touch to gifts, and it's a way of saying, "Dad, this kitchen or food item is marked especially for you." (And if you're anything like me, then it's also a way of saying, "I promise I won't try to steal this from your drawer for my own use later!") Whether it's a simple, everyday item like a pepper grinder or a special searing tool for the seasoned griller, these engraved kitchen gifts will satisfy every foodie Dad.

LGBT Pride Month is upon us, and that means it's time to get your pride parade on! Dress your best for all the festivities going down in the coming weeks by getting all decked out in — what else? — rainbow colors. We're talking bow ties, beaded necklaces, shoes, suspenders, and more. Show your support while rockin' the bright colors with these fab finds. All that's left is to get marching!