Creative Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Her

Forget the standard chocolate and flowers. Impress the woman in your life with one of these distinctive picks.


 

Happy Thoughts Glasses

Kick off a day full of love with a glass full of good vibes. With messages like, “You are so incredibly awesome!” and “You are the best part of my day,” there’s no way she could start her morning—and every morning from now on—with anything but a smile.

To buy: $20 for four, papersource.com.
 

ReWined Candles

After a long week at the office, help her relax and de-stress on Valentine’s Day by filling her home with the scent of her favorite post-work indulgence. These wine-scented candles are made out of—you guessed it—recycled wine bottles and come in all of her favorite types, from merlot to sauvignon blanc.

To buy: $28, rewinedcandles.com.


 

Long Distance Relationship State Mugs

If you spent the bulk of this past year apart or can’t celebrate together this February 14, these ceramic mugs are the perfect find. Each one is customized with your respective states and the artist uses a heart to identify both of your cities. Whenever she drinks coffee, she’ll be thinking of you!

To buy: $35, etsy.com.


 

Zodiac Constellation Pendant

This simple constellation necklace is delicate, pretty, and affordable. Personalize the charm based on her zodiac sign and favorite color (options include antique gold, turquoise, and hot pink), so she knows you selected it just for her. Make sure you plan ahead: Because it’s personalized, this item takes one week to ship out.

To buy: $32, baublebar.com.

  

We First Met Here Jigsaw Puzzle

This jigsaw puzzle features a map of the area surrounding any address that holds significance to you and comes with special pieces that spell out “I love you.” At 400 pieces this thoughtful gift is no small feat to put together, but offers the perfect excuse for a quiet and intimate night at home.

To buy: $40, simplypersonalized.com.

  

Personalized Necklace

This sleek gold-filled pendant can be engraved with up to five special dates—like birthdays or anniversaries—for a unique gift. Since there aren’t any dashes in between the month, day, and year, each date will look like a string of random numbers—only the two of you will know the special meaning behind each.

To buy: $95, winifredgrace.com.
 

Heart and Book Box

For the bookworm in your life, a hard-covered treasure box that has space carved out for holding something special inside.

To buy: $45, uncommongoods.com.