Valentine's gifts for her – that's right, we've dedicated an entire shopping gallery to pretty things we want for Valentine's Day. Go on, check it out and start dropping hints...
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, terrifying everyone across the globe looking to buy the perfect present. Gift shopping so soon after Christmas is always trying, but with the addition of delivery delays this year, it is an absolute minefield.
If you’re panicking, you’re not alone. But don’t sweat it, we’re here to help.
VALENTINE’S GIFTS – QUICK LINKS
- Rosie Fortescue Jewellery Love Charm Hoops, Rosie Fortescue Jewellery, £90
- Temperley Goddess Knit Jumper, Temperley London, £280
- Desmond & Dempsey Sansindo Tiger print pyjama set, Farfetch, £125
- Hayley Menzies Gloria Alpaca Cropped Cardigan, £320
- AWAY’s The Carry-On Suitcase, AWAY, £215
- Lele Sadoughi Embellished Headband, Farfetch, £175
- Caia Aphrodite Natural Candle, Selfridges, £24
- Ladurée Incontournable macarons box of 12, Selfridges, £29.50
Whether you’re going down the sentimental gift route or prioritising the price tag, we’ve done the hard work for you, collating our Valentine’s Day present wish list. You’re welcome.
Valentine’s gifts for her: fashion
Temperley Goddess Knit Jumper, Temperley London, £280
This signature knit by Temperley is the perfect tribute to the Wonder Woman in your life. Made from 100% premium merino wool and coming in bold crimson red, this jumper features a contrasting intarsia ribbon ‘Goddess’ banner.
Hayley Menzies Gloria Alpaca Cropped Cardigan, £320
This Gloria Alpaca cropped pink cardigan is part of Hayley Menzies’ new SS21 collection, Paradise Found, featuring bobbles and a dramatic sleeve silhouette.
Saint Laurent Lou Mini Shoulder Bag, Net-a-Porter, £945
This Saint Laurent ‘Lou’ mini shoulder bag comes in five shades and is the perfect compact handbag. It is made in Italy from quilted textured-leather and features a chain strap and gold ‘YSL’ hardware.
Choose Love Classic T-Shirt, Choose Love, £25
Choose Love’s iconic tees are a fitting Valentine’s gift, designed by Katharine Hamnett and made of organic cotton. Money on each item purchased will be donated to the amazing Choose Love charity.
Valentine’s gifts for her: jewellery
Rosie Fortescue Jewellery Love Charm Hoops, Rosie Fortescue Jewellery, £90
These LOVE charm hoop earrings by Rosie Fortescue Jewellery are the perfect Valentine’s gift, embellished in Pink, Aqua, Green & Purple Cubic Zirconia Stones.
Lele Sadoughi Embellished Headband, Farfetch, £175
This dusty pink embellished headband by Lele Sadoughi is made of 100% velvet, featuring 100% crystal gold plated brass embellishments.
Valentine’s gifts for her: home
Caia Aphrodite Natural Candle, Selfridges, £24
Following a nude body interiors trend, Caia’s Aphrodite natural vegan candles are becoming a go-to for gift giving. The 250g handmade unscented candle is 100% biodegradable , vegan and made from 100% natural wax and wick. Burn time: approximately 45 minutes.
AWAY’s The Carry-On Suitcase, AWAY, £215
The Carry-On suitcase by AWAY is perfectly sized to fit in the overhead locker of most major airlines and is an ideal bag for a weekend away. Featuring a durable polycarbonate hard shell, 360° spinner wheels and a built-in battery, it’s equipped for all your needs.
Desmond & Dempsey Sansindo Tiger print pyjama set, Farfetch, £125
The Sansindo Tiger print is one of Desmond & Dempsey’s signature Pyjama sets, made from 100% cotton with a long sleeved shirt and a shorts featuring a drawstring fastening waist.
Ladurée Incontournable macarons box of 12, Selfridges, £29.50
For Paris lovers, Selfridges is selling boxes of 12 macarons by famous French pâtissier Ladurée. Inside this macaron selection box, you will find caramel, chocolate, pistachio, raspberry, rose and vanilla offerings.
Jewellery is always a safe bet, with British brand Missoma offering up some dreamy heart-shaped offerings that we want to get our hands on. And in terms of clothes, we’re lusting after luxurious Needle & Thread knitwear, Hayley Menzies pink cardis and Rixo heart patterned dresses.
Candles are becoming an increasingly popular Valentine’s gift – especially because it doesn’t involve you having to guess your partner’s clothing size. Not to mention, a candle strikes the perfect middle ground gesture between casually dating and full-on married. So, these offerings we’ve chosen from Jo Malone, NEOM and Byredo are a safe bet.
From luxury PJs, headbands and suitcases to macarons, necklaces and headphones, you’re sure to find something here to spoil your Valentine.
Happy V Day, and more crucially, good luck!
Missoma Share The Love charm choker, £135, Missoma
This love-themed charm choker is the perfect addition to any wardrobe. Plus it's hot off the shelves as part of Missoma's new 'Peace and Love' collection.
Bella Freud 1970 Mohair Jumper (Flamingo Pink), Bella Freud, £350
A Flamingo Pink valentine's twist on the OG Bella Freud 1970 jumper, crafted from mohair.
Valentine Pink Dragon Plant, Leaf Envy, £38
Forget flowers - the rare Valentine Pink Dragon is the perfect plant equivalent, even coming with heart-shaped leaves.
Beats by Dr. Dre Powerbeats Pro Wireless Headphones, OnBuy, £138.69
Beats by Dr. Dre wireless headphones are a fail-safe present no matter the occasion, but this cloud pink style is perfect for February 14th.
Le Creuset Cast Iron Heart Casserole (Cerise), John Lewis, £190
Le Creuset's valentine offering is a heart-shaped casserole, crafted from cast iron. It comes with a lifetime guarantee.
HAY candle trio set, Arddun Stores, £25
The twirl candle is have a real moment, so why not a trio in pastel shades for the lucky lady in your life?
Elizabeth Scarlett Flamingo Cherry Tomato Velvet Eye Mask, DotMaison, £25
An eye mask is the perfect gift for a Valentine who already has everything - especially this red velvet style by Elizabeth Scarlett.
August & Piers Darling Vessel Candle, Harvey Nichols, £64
This 340g luxury scented candle is 100% responsibly sourced and natural, with the wax crafted from a blend of soy, bee and rapeseed.
Jennifer Behr Pony Pearl Wrap, NET-A-PORTER, £70
Jennifer Behr's 'Henley' hair tie is the perfect luxe gift, featuring a metallic elasticated cord and chunky faux pearls.
Irene Forte Pistachio Lip Balm, House of Fraser, £22
Irene Forte's pistachio lip balm is a dreamy gift for a skincare fanatic, made from buttery shea and wild mango.
Bird & Knoll James Tiered Cotton-Silk Maxi Shirt Dress, Moda Operandi, £534
This luxe fuchsia cotton-silk shirt dress by Australian label Bird & Knoll is a perfect look to throw onto a bikini, making it a dream gift for the luxury traveller in your life.
CUPID WRAP, £350 at bamford
Embroidered by artisans in Nepal, the wrap is infused with the care, love, and attention to detail that has gone into its making. Show them you are thinking of them with the message ‘You are my sun… my moon… and my stars’, written here in our founder Carole Bamford’s handwriting. Made from wool and cashmere, it sits softly on the skin and can be used for everyday comfort, travel, or meditation.
Marks & Spencer Love Muff Cushion, Marks & Spencer,£15
The Love Muff cushion is the perfect balance between novelty and cute, crafted from faux fur and featuring two cosy pockets.
Mal Paper Daily Goal Setter Planner, Mal Paper, £24
What better way to start 2022 than with a daily goal setter and gratitude journal? Perfect for the Monica Geller in your life.
