Unique Valentine’s Day Gifts to Surprise Your Sweetheart

You don’t have to be chilly while you Netflix and chill. For those February date nights in, a comfy throw is the best Valentine’s Day gift to inspire snuggles. Splurging on a luxurious fabric like cashmere or chenille will let your crush know you “fancy” them. And if you want this Valentine’s Day gift to be truly unique, pick out a one-of-a-kind quilt or chunky hand-knit blanket to show that your love is unlike any other.

For true originality, salt and pepper shakers make a unique Valentine’s Day gift that’s both practical and decorative. Whether you choose your Valentine’s favorite animals or TV characters, a whimsical seasoning accessory will surely charm your dearest. Sweeten the deal when you also give a virtual cooking class or a year of a meal delivery service. Then break out the cute salt and pepper shakers as you prep fancy meals together.

If you can’t see your Valentine every day, give them a trinket for their office or home that reminds them of you. When choosing a statue, figurine or sculpture, consider size first. If they have plenty of shelving space in the study, go for a large, heavy piece that can serve as an accent or a bookend. If they’re desk workspace is cramped, err on the smaller side with a petite figurine that packs a sentimental punch. Whether you choose an elegant soapstone lovers’ knot or a bronze cast of a kissing couple, your SO will appreciate this unique Valentine’s Day gift.

Twinning isn’t just for your date night outfits. As a unique Valentine’s Day gift, pick out matching pots to display your house plants. Then choose two new plant babies to represent your distinctive personalities. You’re prickly yet lovable while they’re soft and understanding, so plant a moon cactus and a hoya heart plant in two mini terracotta pots. Because you both exude unending love for one another, pick two cascading plants, such as a string of pearls succulent and a heartleaf philodendron. When you plant them in elevated pots or hanging planters, your love will become central to your home’s decor.

Help your SO get the most out of spa night when you give a Valentine’s Day gift that’s as unexpected as it is functional. Bathtub caddies make reading a book or binging sitcoms in the bath a cinch. Whether it’s a cup holder for their glass of pinot or a groove for propping up the iPad, you’re sure to find a caddy with features to match your partner’s needs. To take this unique Valentine’s Day gift to an even bubblier level, wrap up a collection of bath bombs and champagne, too, for a fun take on self-care.

They say you can’t measure affection. But why not give your partner a unique Valentine’s Day gift that helps them add a dash of love to their favorite recipes? When you pick out a set of measuring cups and spoons, they’ll think fondly of you with each ¼ teaspoon of salt and ½ tablespoon of vanilla. If your SO already has a well-loved set, a delicate or artistic collection of measuring spoons can double as quirky kitchen decor. They’ll love that you support their hobbies, and you’ll enjoy getting to taste the love in each batch of cookies.