Valentine’s Day can be a weird holiday to shop for, especially because every gift option seems to be covered in hearts. Ew. Skip the heart-shaped jewelry this year and get your girlfriend something she really wants for Valentine’s Day. Whether she’s a plant mom, into tech, or a beauty guru, you'll be able to find a gift she loves. And look, we know V-Day is a sexy holiday — we've got you there, too. We dug around the internet to help you find the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for your girlfriend. You can still opt for traditional V-Day gifts like red roses or lingerie, but seriously: Steer clear of the heart-shaped stuff this year. Get your girlfriend something that suits her personality and shows you really know her and care about her interests. P.S. If you're looking for Valentine's Day gifts for your boyfriend, check out our gift guide for him.
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A cute electric kettle
Best for Tea Drinkers
Half the fun of a cup of tea (or coffee for that matter) is the ritual. Pick the mug, scoop the tea, let it steep, stir the milk — it's a process. Add an extra aesthetic element to tea time with this gorgeous gooseneck electric kettle, which can keep water hot for a full hour.
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$195 from Amazon
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Heatless curling set
Best for Long-Haired Ladies
If you have no idea what this is, then trust us — your girlfriend definitely does. Heatless curls are probably all over her Instagram feed and FYP on TikTok, and if she hasn't taken part in this trend yet, it's because she simply lacks the tools to do it. Help her out with this satin set that is regularly on sale.
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$18 from Amazon
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Super plush, cozy slippers
Best for Doing Nothing
In the rush and hustle of our achievement-based society, we're here to make a case for the simple act of doing nothing. Encourage your girlfriend to kick back and relax with the fluffiest, coziest, plushiest, most impractical, and, dare we say, girliest slippers we've ever seen. These are just begging for a movie on the couch, toxic productivity be damned.
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$39.99 from Amazon
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Black felt letter board
Best For The Witty Woman
Letter boards are a fun way for your girlfriend to express herself. This one comes with 450 letters, numbers, and symbols for her to create her masterpiece. For added cuteness, leave a loving or romantic message on the board before gifting it to your lady.
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$22.95 from Amazon
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Our Moments card game
Best For Facilitating Conversation
This card game is designed to encourage intimacy: Each card has a question or prompt to get the two of you talking about meaningful (and/or saucy) things — no matter what stage of the relationship you're in.
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$20.95 from AMAZON
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S'well bottle
Best For Keeping Her Hydrated
Keep your girlfriend hydrated all the time with a super cute water bottle from S'well. They come in a huge variety of colors and patterns and keep beverages cold for 48 hours or hot for 24. Plus, they'll help her reduce her single-use plastic waste.
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$35 from S'WELL
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Microwaveable heating pad
Best If She's Stressed
Whether it's a sore neck or period cramps, your girlfriend probably has some kind of aches or pains somewhere. Give her a warm, flexible beanbag to curl up around or wrap around the affected body part, so the heat can relax her muscles. It's also great for cold nights.
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$26 from AMAZON
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Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation)
Best For The Audiophile
If your girlfriend wants to move on from the wired headphones life, upgrade her to the Pros. They're completely wireless and have active noise cancellation — plus, many people prefer their fit to that of regular AirPods.
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$249 from AMAZON
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FaceTory box
Best For The Self-care Lover
This subscription box will send your girlfriend four to seven sheet face masks each month, depending on the plan you choose. A new set of masks comes in each box, so your lady will get to try new options and see which ones she likes best.
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Electric wine opener
Best For The Wine Drinker
This electric wine opener does all the work for you: Simply place it over the bottle opening and press a button. The set also comes with a reusable pourer and vacuum stopper to save your wine longer after opening.
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$39.99 from AMAZON
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Dyson Supersonic hair dryer
Best For Good Hair Days
The Dyson dries without overheating to help prevent damage to hair. It can be paired with magnetic attachments for different hair styling needs, and the surface doesn't get hot to the touch. The Dyson is a bit on the pricier side, but understandably so — it lives up to the hype.
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$429 from AMAZON
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WoodWick candle
Best For Candle Fanatics
Candles are amazing — that’s a fact. But these candles are made even more amazing because their wooden wicks create the sound of a crackling fire. There are tons of scents to choose from, so find your girl's favorite and light it up.
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$30.99 from AMAZON
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House Plant box
Best For Plant Moms
If your girlfriend has a green thumb, gift her this subscription box that sends her a new plant every month. The box is different each time, giving your girl an array of greenery like air plants, succulents, and houseplants. The air in her place will be full of oxygen and love.
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$44 from CRATEJOY
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MVMT watch
Best For The Accessories Queen
Your girlfriend has great taste, so show her that you can keep up with her style. A MVMT watch is a great option if you want something chic but not too out there — it's quite versatile and will go with a ton of outfits.
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Nintendo Switch
Best For The Gamer
What better way to bond with your girlfriend than duking it out on Mario Kart? The Nintendo Switch is a fun gift for the girl who spends her free time playing video games. The Switch also creates the opportunity for gaming date nights for the two of you.
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$299.99 from AMAZON
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At-home brewing kit
For The Beer Connoisseur
Whether your girlfriend is a craft beer snob or just loves a DIY project, give her the fun experience of brewing her own batch. The Brooklyn Brew Shop has quite a few beer-making kits, and some wine and cider ones as well.
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$48 from BROOKLYN BREW SHOP
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Baboon to the Moon bag
Best For The Traveler
Your jetsetter girlfriend needs a bag that can keep up with her travels. This one from Baboon to the Moon is made for weekend getaways and has tons of straps for different carrying methods — including backpack straps. Next order of business: Plan a trip!
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$219 from BABOON TO THE MOON
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DIY knit sweater kit
Best For The Crafty Gal
Even if your girlfriend doesn't know how to knit, this is a fun gift. It comes with all the tools and instructions needed to knit a sweater. Choose yarn in your GF's favorite color — we're partial to "Spotted Pink," but there are plenty of options.
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$106 from WE ARE KNITTERS
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Chocolate-covered strawberries
Best For A Sweet Gift
A Valentine's Day classic, you really can't go wrong with chocolate covered strawberries. This bunch includes a mix of white and milk chocolate. We'd recommend finding a new movie to share and making a low-key night of it.
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$49.99 from SHARI'S BERRIES
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Blue Apron subscription
Best For The Foodie
Make your girlfriend a romantic dinner for Valentine's Day, then keep the yummy food coming with a subscription to Blue Apron. The meal kit service has a variety of plans to choose from, depending on she food she prefers and how many servings you want per kit.
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Essential oil diffuser
Best For Refreshing Scents
We could go on and on about the benefits of an essential oil diffuser, but we'll just let the design of this one speak for itself. When the lights are off, this diffuser lights up a room with a color-changing galaxy effect.
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$34.97 from AMAZON
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Sephora gift card
Best For Makeup Lovers
Even if your girlfriend isn't into makeup, a Sephora gift card is still a good gift idea. The beauty retailer doesn't just stock cosmetics, but also skincare, haircare, beauty tools, and fragrances. Get your girlfriend store credit for any amount you want, set her free in Sephora, and voilà.
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Apple AirPods Max
Best For The Highly Sensitive Gal
When the world gets too loud, there's no better way to block out the external stimuli than with a pair of noise-cancelling headphones. Apple's AirPods Max offer top-notch noise cancelation and audio quality to boot.
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$549 from AMAZON
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A book about love
Best For Those Looking To Love Better
There’s no rulebook when it comes to how to love ourselves and our partners, but wouldn’t it be nice to have a little guidance beyond your favorite rom-com? This book lays out specific, actionable steps people can take to develop the skills to practice and nurture love better than ever before. Inspired by Vedic wisdom and modern science, the book covers all aspects of the relationship cycle — from budding romance to getting over a breakup.
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$28.99 from AMAZON
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A watch to celebrate your love
Best For Wearing Her Heart On Her Wrist
This cute Swatch plays with the theme of reflections and celebrates love all year round. The Recipe for Love watch has a playful customizable twist with nine different watch strap loops and hands in the shape of a knife and fork. The back of the watch strap features a red and white checkered tablecloth pattern for an extra fun touch.
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$115 from SWATCH
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A spicy gift set
Best For Those Who Like Things Spicy
Heat-seekers have met their match with this Spicy Lovers Bundle sure to bring the heat to her taste buds! This set contains a jalapeno-rich hot sauce, a truffle-infused hot sauce, and a jar of arrabbiata pasta sauce all thoughtfully wrapped in an exclusive red and gold foil VIP gift box. All sauces are non-GMO, vegan, and gluten-free.
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$74.99 from AMAZON
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A porcelain rose
Best Handmade Gift
Show your girlfriend that your love for her is never ending — just like this porcelain rose. The hand-sculpted flower and bud capture the fragile beauty of the rose (and your love) in an elegant package. The attention to detail makes each hand-painted floral unique. Show her how special she is and how much you appreciate her with a token of affection she can place on her nightstand or another prominent place for a daily reminder of your love.
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$200 from AERIN
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A pink Stanley
Best for Straw Girlies
Help her in her quest to stay hydrated with a Stanley Quencher tumbler. For added Valentine's Day flair, opt for this pretty fuchsia shade, which will keep her water cold and sippable for hours — and be extremely easy to spot in a sea of other Stanleys.
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$35 from Amazon
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JBL Flip 5 speaker
Best for the Adventurer
The durable, waterproof JBL Flip 5 is the perfect speaker for outdoor hangs. When the weather's warm, she'll be able to take it to the pool, beach, park, yard, or wherever else she wants to get the party started. And its 12-hour battery life is nothing to sneeze at.
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$99.95 from Amazon
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LEGO Botanicals Orchid
Best for LEGO fans
Unlike a bouquet of flowers, a LEGO orchid will last forever. If she's a LEGO aficionado — or even if she just likes a good project — she'll love how customizable this set is, with plenty of ways to arrange the flowers and stems to create the perfect display.
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$49.99 from Amazon
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A denim Coach wallet
Best for Her Canadian Tuxedo
A wallet makes a great Valentine's Day gift, especially if it's both fancy and fun. If she's been rocking the denim on denim lately (good for her), help her complete the look with a denim wallet from Coach, which can hold cards and cash.
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$75 from Amazon
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Lunya Washable Silk Sleep Mask
Best for Luxurious Sleep
This silk sleep mask earns its hefty price: It's soft, comfortable, and designed to block out unwanted light without feeling too tight on the face. If she's a frequent flyer or simply loves a luxe bedtime routine, she'll get tons of use out of this pick.
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$50 from Amazon
As Director of Special Projects, Nicole Cammorata helps guide Mashable's editorial innovations, licensing programs, and specialty series. Previously, she was the site's Executive Editor and its very first Shopping Editor before that. Nicole is also the site's resident gifting expert and gets a thrill out of helping readers find the perfect present. She received a B.S. in Journalism from Boston University and an MFA in fiction writing from The New School. She lives in Maine with her husband, their two young children, and a backyard full of flowers.
Miller Kern is the Deputy Editor of Shopping and Reviews at Mashable, where she writes and edits reviews, roundups, deals, and news stories about tech products, including headphones, skincare devices, laptops, sex toys, e-readers, robot vacuums, and more. She has six years of experience writing buying guides, gift guides, and deals, and covering shopping holidays like Prime Day and Black Friday. Miller can tell you which products are actually worth your money. She also explores trends in the shopping sphere, such as dupes and viral TikTok moments.
