Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and it’s the perfect reason to spoil yourself or someone you love.
While chocolate and flowers are always the staples of gifting, there are many more options that you can surprise your partner with. And it’s okay if you just want to treat yourself to something pretty.
From sexy lingerie and fierce fashion pieces to handy home tech, we have gathered 20 gift ideas that are sure to put a smile on your loved one’s face.
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Bluebella x Jen Ceballos Valentines lingerie sets
The award-winning lingerie brand has teamed up with Miami-based influencer and launched a collection that encapsulates the “effortless style of modern feminity”.
The lovely lace lingerie sets are the perfect gift for her – from iconic red lips design to boundary-pushing open bra, the Feb 14th collection includes a lovely Valentina balconette bra set (£83) in fuchsia pink.
A fiery red lip bra like the Marian set (£85) can be your ultimate pick for a night in with your partner. A Matisse semi-open wired bra (£39) is both elegant and stunning.
Complete with matching bottoms and a suspender belt, it’s a great gift that lingerie-lovers will approve of.
Lounge ‘Fall Harder’ valentines collection
Known for embracing body positivity, the size-inclusive brand dropped their Valentines campaign for people looking for an unforgettable night on the day of love.
The seductive Zalia Intimate Set (£85) features a sheer, lacy three-piece with hand-drawn heart-shaped embroidery and sexy ruched straps, it’s bound to bring the heat to any evening.
Unsure of sizes and afraid of disappointment? A saucy Isadora babydoll (£60) is a no-brainer to put a smile on your loved one’s face. Let the floaty, sheer fabric fall over your figure and flatter your every curve. Lingerie doesn’t get more romantic than this.
This Mia bodysuit (£75) is definitely both cute and sexy. The corset style one-piece hugs the body figure in the most flattering way – if you have it, flaunt it!
Hair, face and body buys
When it comes to beauty routines, the key is to start early and in the run up to Valentine’s Day, it’s best to step up your skin game and Sol de Janeiro’s new skin-calming, ultra-rich body butter could be the perfect self-care gift.
Different than the original body-firming bum bum cream, the Delícia Drench is formulated with Bacuri butter, giving your body long-lasting hydration for any intimacy you may encounter for.
It has a thick “clotted cream” texture and the smell is caramel-iciously divine. We tried it on and it repairs dry skin with small dollop of product and the best yet? It doesn’t leave you greasy fingers.
A fresh, hydrated skin is crucial on your date night and Olay’s Project Max gift set (£118) takes care of your skin day and night. Apply the Vitamin C SPF cream and the B5 eye gel to brighten your complexion during the day and use the Retinol cream to repair any skin damage overnight.
‘All in love’ blush
There’s nothing wrong to treating yourself some new makeup in the name of love. Add a pop of colour on your cheeks and nail the TikTok-trending “High and Low Visual Weight” this Valentine’s Day.
Glow For It just launched their new blush sticks in seven stunning shades, swipe a bit of “cheeky peach” for a muted sunkissed glow or go bold with “berry much” for evening events.
Or, try RMS’ ReDimension Hydra Powder Blush (£33). The gel-to-powder formula gives your complexion a luminous glow and stunning colour on your cheek.
Get your ultimate glazed look with their Maiden’s Blush for that “just got back from a run” look.
The Gift of pleasure
Whether you are in a relationship, doing long-distance or enjoying me-time, sexual wellness treats can always keep the good vibes going.
Forget about flowers, Lovehoney has launched a palm-sized pleasure-giver just in time for Valentine’s Day. The Heartbeat Clitoral Suction Stimulator (£49.99) is petite and discreet but it has 10 levels of intensity for a pleasure session that’s tailored to you.
You can also double the fun with this Pulse Duo Lux, a couples toy that includes two wearable remotes, enabling both parties to take control of their own, or each other’s pleasure! Sit back and let the toy do the work, whilst experiencing hands-free orgasms.
Use code SPICY50 to get a 50% off so you can have it for £85.
Roses are not always red, and if you are thinking to get your man a Valentine’s Day gift, you can consider this “Male Rose” suction stroker (£60.62).
The clear colour stroker is dotted with soft nubs in the sleeve that will send him over the edge. With 15 modes of vibration, thrusting and suction combined, it will bring you to the crème de la crème in minutes.
Set the mood in style
Valentine’s Day fashion doesn’t have to be all cute and girly, as sportswear giant JD has stocked up your everyday hoodie and footwear in hues of pastels and soft pink.
Gift your gym girl an Adidas’ two-piece tracksuit (£85), it is perfect for everyday casualwear and in the gym with bold blocks of burgundy and pink over the three-stripe trademark.
Not a fan of wearing red? You can give a hint of love in footwear instead! New Balance’s 327 has a lovely mix of mauve pink and cream in suede while keeping the colour palette balanced with a black logo.
It’s an easy way to wear pink without looking too “girly”.
Other than pink and red, white is also a popular choice to wear especially in winter and around the month of romance.
Online bag boutique Florrie & Bird’s beautiful Darcey leather satchel collection could be one that put a smile on your girl’s face.
Taken inspiration by Mulburry’s iconic Darley bag (£650), the Darcey crossbody bag is crafted from high quality Italian leather and is only retailed fro £47.50.
It’s compact but it fits all the essential in one go – a timeless accessory for your loved one or for yourself.
Decorate your love nest
If you live with your other half, it’s nice to give your home a bit of character and on a special occasion like Valentine’s Day, why not consider adding a bit of pink for the mood of love?
Smeg has released a pink colour to its line of kitchen appliances including a pink toaster (£139) and a pink espresso machine.
You can also set the mood and create a love heart with these Nanoleaf Canvas starter set (£69.99) while upgrading your living space.
The tiles are easy to install and they offer delightful lighting experience when you touch them or connect with Google Home and Amazon Alexa.