25 Not-So-Typical Valentine’s Day Gifts - Yahoo News
If you’re finding it impossibly difficult to pick out Valentine’s Day gifts for that special person in your life, we get it. The pressure is on. You just got them a holiday present (we hope) and you don’t want to go the typical all-pink-everything route. Plus, a lot of the gifts out there aren’t the most creative or personalized way to say "thanks for being you."
Our advice: Say "I love you" by giving the gift of a cozy, well-decorated home. Whether it’s gadgets that make your life a bit easier or fun accents that spruce up the place, we’ve scoured the internet and rounded up our favorite V-Day gifts. And for all of you last-minute shoppers, that “express shipping” button is there so you don’t have to hand your partner an IOU. Valentine’s Day shopping just became a whole lot simpler.
1.AD at 100: A Century of Style
Hi folks, it’s time for a shameless plug. Nothing says “Let’s plan our future” like looking at pictures of incredible homes together. Start mood-boarding your dream space as a couple with AD at 100: A Century of Style. SHOP NOW: Architectural Digest at 100: A Century of Style, $100, anthropologie.com
2. LoveBox Messenger
This LoveBox is the definition of modern-day love. Just hook up to Wi-Fi and send a message to your partner. Once the message is received, the wood heart will spin until your sig other lifts the lid to unveil your note. SHOP NOW: LoveBox Messenger, $100, store.moma.org
3. Iridescent Flush Mount
Nothing is more unromantic than dingy, unflattering lighting. This iridescent glass flush mount will cast a warm glow over any room. If your partner's love language is the gift of service, try not only picking up a fun new ceiling light but going the extra mile and actually installing it for them. SHOP NOW: McKenzie Iridescent Flush Mount, $248, anthropologie.com
4. HAY Bottoms Up Vase
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This adorable vase will leave that special someone highly impressed with your taste in decor. Pro tip: Get the most out of this gift by using one end as a cocktail glass or the other, smaller end as a shot glass. SHOP NOW: Hay Bottoms Up Vase, $85, urbanoutfitters.com
5. Mirror Masks
Maybe these mood mirrors will up your communication game. Just point to how you’re feeling and call it a day. (Can you tell I’m single?) SHOP NOW: Mirror Masks, starting at $80, comingsoonnewyork.com
6. Boobs Decanter
You guys already know we love a butt vase; continue to celebrate the female form this Valentine’s Day with this chic boob decanter. SHOP NOW: Boobs Decanter, $195, comingsoonnewyork.com
7. Dusen Dusen Everybody Tissue Box Cover
Who said tissue boxes had to be boring? Make sure not to mention how much your partner cries when you give this to them. SHOP NOW: Dusen Dusen Everybody Tissue Box Cover, $35, urbanoutfitters.com
8. Boxing Speed Ball
Forget about ugly gym equipment and say hello to a chic leather boxing speed ball that doubles as decor. Form and function? Now that’s a dream couple. SHOP NOW: Heritage Brown Leather Boxing Speed Ball, $80, cb2.com
9. Cali Throw
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Whether you're cuddling up for a cozy night in or arguing over the Apple TV remote, this neutral-tone blanket has "happy couple" written all over it. SHOP NOW: Cali Throw, $298, cb2.com
10. Slated Screen Room Divider
Give the gift of (attempted) uninterrupted alone time. If you don’t have the space for an actual she shed/man cave, look no further than this wooden room divider that can help fake like you’re hanging out all by your lonesome. SHOP NOW: Slated Screen Room Divider, $429, urbanoutffiters.com
11. Tequila Decanter
Do you force gently persuade him or her to watch endless 3-hour episodes of The Bachelor every Monday night? Pay them back with something stronger than wine. Hold said liquor in this funky tequila decanter. SHOP NOW: Final Touch Glass 25 Ounce Agave Tequila Decanter, $47.51, amazon.com
12. Tasting Glass
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Speaking of alcohol, use this guy to test out that freshly decanted tequila. SHOP NOW: Neat Smoke Tasting Glass, $4.95, cb2.com
13. Scrabble
For the couple that loves to get competitive. SHOP NOW: Scrabble Deluxe Edition, $149, cb2.com
14. Eye Mask and Travel Throw Set
For the one who loves to travel in comfort. SHOP NOW: Alpaca Eye Mask and Travel Throw Set, $179, cb2.com
15. Rainbow Mugs
Never get territorial about cups again. Color-coordinating mugs never seemed so romantic. SHOP NOW: Rainbow Mugs, $60, comingsoonnewyork.com
16. Golden Heart Surprise Ball
According to Coming Soon, this is “the toy you destroy to enjoy.” Each one of these bad boys contains 12 little surprises; you have to unravel it to find them. Plus they’re heart-shaped. SHOP NOW: Golden Heart Surprise Ball, $25, comingsoonnewyork.com
17. Bocce Set
Sometimes, playing games can be a good thing in a relationship . SHOP NOW: Look See Feel Be Love All Bocce Set, $129, cb2.com
18. Pour-Over Coffeemaker
All good things come to those who wait. The proof is in the coffee that comes from this pour-over coffeemaker. SHOP NOW: Chemex 6-Cup Pour-Over Glass Coffee Maker, $41.95, williams-sonoma.com
19. Waterproof Speaker
When I think “Valentine’s Day gift” (which I often do) I think a mutually beneficial gift that both people will get to enjoy together. Case in point: a portable waterproof speaker you can take on your romantic beach getaways to [insert tropical island of your choosing here]. SHOP NOW: Lexon Mino X Waterproof Speaker, $40, store.moma.org
20. Growhouse
For that person who swears they’re a plant whisperer. SHOP NOW: Click & Grow Smart Garden 3 Indoor Herb Garden, $99.95, amazon.com
21. Terrazzo Planter Stand
Part of giving someone a gift is thinking about things that they’d probably never buy for themselves…like a planter stand. SHOP NOW: Finn Terrazzo Planter Stand, $39, urbanoutfitters.com
22. Cloud Nine Clay UO Exclusive Drip Glazed Vase
Get an unconventional vase to set off unconventional flowers. Take a cue from this drippy vase from Urban Outfitters. SHOP NOW: Cloud Nine Clay UO Exclusive Drip Glazed Vase, $35, urbanoutfitters.com
23. Swirl Stepped Bookends
You know those things that you never knew you actually needed until you owned them and your life was altered forever? Well, take it from me, bookends will CHANGE. YOUR. BOOK. GAME. SHOP NOW: Swirl Stepped Bookends, $340, comingsoonnewyork.com
24. Sophie Lou Jacobsen Wave Glass Pitcher
Staying hydrated is the ultimate couples' activity. Keep this wavy glass pitcher bedside so you don’t have to run to the kitchen for water after a long night. SHOP NOW: Sophie Lou Jacbobsen Wave Glass Pitcher, $215, urbanoutfitters.com
25. Bob Ross Heat-Changing Mug
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If your partner prefers a gift that will actually make them giggle, well… SHOP NOW: Bob Ross Heat Changing Mug, $14, urbanoutfitters.com
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