39 Valentine's Day gifts your girlfriend, wife or gal pal actually wants
We all watched on in horror as Emma Thompson opened that Joni Mitchell CD. Total heartbreak every. single. time.
But while most gifts won't be that disappointing (no offence, Joni), most of us have been there: plastering a half-hearted smile on our face as we open a present we didn't really want, need, or remotely hint at.
So if your mind's gone completely blank when thinking of what to get your better half for Valentine's Day (read: girlfriend, wife or best friend), we've got you covered.
To spare you (and your partner), the WH team has tout together a guide to the very best Valentine's Day gifts to shop in 2025.
The best Valentine's Day gifts for her in 2025
Best on a budget: Lovehoney Oh! Kinky Confessions Card Game, £4.99
Best edible gift: Cheesegeek The Ultimate - Cheese & Fine Wine Pairings, £100
Best for her next self-care session: Elemis Aching Muscle Super Soak, £48
Best beauty buy: Currentbody LED Mask Series 2, £399
Best for sleeping beauty: Slip Pure Silk Queen Pillowcase, £89
Best for fashion fans: Alo Yoga Goddess Ribbed Short Sleeve Dress, £100
Best splurge: Oura Ring Heritage Gold, £499
How we chose the best Valentine's Day gifts for women
It started by getting our hands on (basically) our entire wish list. Of course that included the classics — flowers, chocolate and jewellery — before working our way through the must-have items for 2025 (a weighted blanket and revolutionary hair tool, obvs).
Then there was a quick group discussion, followed by a ranking of our faves, and voilà!
39 best Valentine's Day gifts to shop now
CurrentBody Skin LED Light Therapy Mask
Organic Cotton Embroidered Back Good Morning Long Pyjama Set
For Play Milk Couples Chocolates His & Hers
Cashmere Slim-Fit Crewneck Sweater
Aduna Advanced Superfood Blend - Mind
Stanley Quencher Recycled Stainless Steel Flowstate Tumbler
Pure Silk Queen Pillowcase
Brazilian Crush Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist
A weekend soaking up some early Spring sun might be a little out of budget — but transporting her there via her senses? That'll set you back just £22.
With Look Fantastic, Space NK and Cult Beauty labelling this perfume mist (scented with notes of pistachio, almond, salted caramel and sandalwood) as one of the most purchased products of 2023, we doubt your girl will be disappointed to find this at the bottom of a gift bag.
Quiet
While not the most indulgent in our line up, a gift that proves you listen will earn you serious brownie points. Designed to hush even the most aggressive snorers or sleep talkers, these earplugs also look adorable once in place.
If you need a little more info, read our full review here.
Hooded Velour Robe
For the husbands scouring our list for some ideas: this unisex robe comes in a longline cut so you can share with your Mrs. Even better news? It's machine washable, super absorbent and has POCKETS.
Amethyst Kiss
Roses might be the universal symbol of romance but they're also a cliché we're kinda over. Instead, gift your lover a vase full of blue hyacinth, tulips, purple statice and pistache foliage. That's sure to earn you an Insta story singing your praises.
Puppy Love Biscuit Tin
Adorable gingerbread biscuits with an almost-as-thick coating of icing — because, if we're honest, that's the best bit.
They won't help her stick to that 'new year, healthy eating' combo, but who cares when they're this cute?
If she's more of a cat person, this punny set of smiley eggs is just as sweet. Literally.
Goddess Ribbed Short Sleeve Dress
Anything from LA-based yoga wear brand Alo will take her from the mat to the supermarket, and even onwards to date night when paired with the right accessories (AKA, the Foxy Sherpa Tote).
Crafted from super-stretchy ribbed material, this t-shirt dress will hug her in all the right places.
Chuck 70 Valentine's Day
If it wasn't obvious with the return of sweeping bangs and flared leggings, the 70s are back. While this classic Converse style would be cute without the cartoon nod to love, they're the perfect V-Day accessory for the sneaker lover in your life.
Honey Infused Hair Perfume Floral Edition
Beauty pros say she should spritz her favourite scent in her locks to make it last — so why not spoil her with a perfume that'll treat her hair too?
Gisou's perfume gifts her tresses a boost of antioxidants, vitamins and amino acids, while also enveloping her in a Mirsalehi Honey and wild rose bubble.
Plus the bottle will look totally cute on her bedside.
Natural Yulex rubber long sleeve swimsuit in black
If she's a wild swimmer first and your partner second, why not make a splash with this chic black suit?
Made from natural rubber Yulex (a plant-based alternative to neoprene that creates 80% less emissions), it's as good for the planet as it is for keeping her warm.
{THE AND} Couples Edition
The thing with dating is even when you think you've got your partner all figured out, they can turn around and surprise you. People continually change and evolve, so it's important to maintain a sense of curiosity and continue getting to know your other half.
This dating card game from The Skin Deep is filled with thought-provoking, bond-deepening questions for you both to answer that will keep conversation flowing on your next date night.
$30.00 at intelligentchange.com
MOTIF II A.N.C. Headphones
Despite being relatively small wireless earbuds, the Marshall II A.N.C's pack a real punch when it comes to sound quality. The charging case offers 30 hours of wireless playtime and feature active noise-cancellation so you can easily block out the chaos of your morning commute.
£179.99 at marshallheadphones.com
Not Your Baby
PHLUR is a fragrance brand all the cool girls have been spritzing lately, and Not Your Baby is quickly becoming a fan favourite.
Cardamom, mimosa, vanilla milk and sandalwood make up the scent of this fragrance, blending spices and florals for a unique and feminine scent.
The Wavemaker
A hair curler that does all the hard work for her? Yep, that's a gift that shows you care. Designed to automatically wave her locks in three seconds or less, it's a seriously good piece of tech. We're calling it: this is the Dyson Airwrap of 2025.
Puffy Charlotte Hoops
The classic gold hoops are a wardrobe staple that even fashion-avoidant boyfriends/girlfriends should know about. These puffy huggies are perfect for pairing with everything from her Skims to her gym gear.
Aching Muscle Super Soak
Infused with juniper, clove, alpine lavender, wild thyme, blue chamomile, and mineral rich sea salt, this bath soak has been designed to ease tired and sore muscles — and leave your entire home smelling like a spa. Perfect if your other half is a regular runner, or has set their sights on becoming a Pilates mum.
SMART WAND 2 All-Over Body Massager
Some say the best gifts are the ones you can use together. Serious personal testing confirms this (spellbinding) magic wand delivers intense external stimulation, via 10 pulsing patterns, for up to two hours.
Even better news? This doubles as a massage gun, saving you space and cash.
Mixed Mini Brownie Box
They say diamonds are a girl's best friend, but we know chocolate actually takes the top spot. Packed with 12 or 24 brownies, including in Nutella, salted caramel, and classic chocolate flavours, we can guarantee she'll think you're sweet when she sees this on her doorstep.
£19.99 at cutterandsquidge.com
Oura Ring Heritage
Real Luxury De-Stress Intensive Skin Treatment Candle
Yeah a day at the spa is great — aside from the rather hefty bill at the end of it. Instead, treat bae to a relaxing massage at home.
NEOM's best-selling Skin Treatment Candle, made from a blend of skin-nourishing cocoa butter, almond oil, and fragranced by a delicate balance of 24 essential oils, will leave her feeling pampered from head to toe.
How to use it? Light it, leave it, gently pour and go.
Rose Clitoral Suction Stimulator
What says 'I love you' better than endless orgasms? The Rose is a TikTok fan-favourite, and that's because it claims to get vulva-owners off in under five minutes.
Perfect for leaving on display, this discreet plaything sucks and pulses across 10 settings to leave her feeling blooming great. Just add lube.
Talisman Heart Mini Paperclip Chain Necklace
Trend experts might be predicting a return to silver, but we're firmly fixed on gold chunky neckware. This (fully adjustable) chain and pendant combo is ideal for layering.
Plus, for the eco-conscious, you'll like that it's been crafted from 100% recycled 18k gold vermeil. Stun.
Zodiac Pillar Candle
Take a mild interest in her love for the stars and horoscopes with these handmade soy candles — just make sure to get her star sign right!
They're also ideal if the vibe is more Galentine's than Valentine's. Treat your bestie, we insist.
£2.50 at notonthehighstreet.com
Gardenia Handpainted Taper Candles, Set of 2
$20.00 at anthropologie.com.uk
Soft Lounge Stretch-Jersey Nightdress
This is the dress TikTok continues to go nuts for. And don't be put off by the fact Kim K's labelled it a 'nightdress' — if 2023 taught us anything, it's that loungewear can be dressed up.
Made from super stretchy modal and designed to hug your curves, this versatile maxi is ideal for layering under a jumper now, then pairing with Birks come spring.
Orbit Weighted Blanket
Promising to soothe anxious minds and improve the quality of your kip, weighted blankets are the wellness trend we're totally buying into.
Simba's Orbit blanket feels like a full-body hug, thanks to the glass-nano beads stuffed inside to simulate deep pressure therapy. Oh, and that cover's machine-washable too.
Mini
Dating a fitness tech geek? They’ve probably had their eye on a Theragun for a while and just haven’t taken the plunge.
Designed to be lighter and quieter than its predecessors, the second iteration of this best-selling mini massage gun is able to offer all the same power at a much softer volume — which is a good bonus for you, especially if you’re living together.
The Ultimate - Cheese & Fine Wine Pairings
V-Day out on the town sounds like a fun idea until you're splurging £30 on a starter and listening to the soundtrack of other couples bickering.
Instead, spend your hard-earned cash on a set of eight cheese (850g of the stuff) and wine pairings, delivered straight to your door.
Babbi Sheepskin Slippers
The fashion savvy know that sherpa is having a moment, with bumbags, coats and dressing gowns covered in the stuff.
So why not finish off bae's kitchen-to-couch look with these handmade slip-ons from slow fashion brand, Toast? Plus, they should help soften the blow that you're turning the heating off.
Silk Sleep Mask
The height of luxury, this satin sleep mask will have her feeling like the queen she already claims to be.
Part of Drowsy's limited 'pipe dreams edition' collection, this two-tone, velcro-fastening mask also comes in rose pink, a staple black, a dreamy green sapphire and a monochrome combo.
Roxie Embroidered Non Padded Set
Now you might be accused of buying this as a treat for you and your eyes. But if you mention the confidence this supportive-yet-sexy set will bring her, you might just get away with it.
Available in a size 32B to a 40G, this will work whatever her shape. Just make sure to get the right size.
Oh! Kinky Confessions Card Game
Spoiler: the key to a woman's heart is communication, and these cards will have you both revealing your sexual triumphs and deepest desires in seconds.
Best served with an empty house and a clear schedule...
Advance Long Sleeve
If she's been bitten by the wild swimming bug, then we can guarantee she's lusting after a dryrobe. Aside from its fluorescent lining and waterproof/windproof outer, we're also big fans this robe's super light weight and waterproof inner pockets.
FYI, Harry Styles owns this exact brand of changing robe.
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