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The 18 best Valentine's Day gifts for her that aren't flowers
Wow her with these sweet-as-can-be Valentine's Day finds — from Kate Spade heart studs to a custom print of your wedding venue.
Valentine's Day is coming up fast, and with it the pressure to find a perfect present for your sweetie. Sure, you'd give her the whole world if you could, but here in the reality-based universe these thoughtful V-Day gifts for her are the next best thing. Some of these gift ideas are romantic, others tend more toward the practical, but all of them are sure to make her heart skip a beat — and you can take my word for it because as Yahoo's gifting editor, Valentine's Day gifts are kind of my forté.
Grace & Stella Eye Glow Trio
Body Restore Shower Steamers, 6 Pack
Stunfassoo Food Decider Die
Upycycled Wine Bottle Heart Chime
Bucky Heartwarmer Hot & Cold Therapy Pad
Personalized Couples Matchbox
Custom Street Sign Print
Marycele Candle Warmer Lamp
BestSelf Intimacy Deck
Kate Spade Yours Truly Pave Heart Studs
Nodpod Gentle Pressure Sleep Mask
The Heart Mini Hardback Photo Book
Sol de Janeiro Jet Set
Ekouaer Silky Striped Pajamas
Book Flower
Lego Botanicals Pretty Pink Flower Bouquet
Letterfest Custom Illustrated Wedding Venue Line Art Print
Made by Mary Customizable Sweetheart Love Necklace
Eyeing something special for your wife? These bedazzled Kate Spade heart studs will do all the talking. Or what about a way to capture the year that she graduated from girlfriend to fiance? Go with this personalized street sign print from Etsy and cue the happy tears. If you two aren't big on Valentine's Day, you can always opt for something subdued but special, whether it's a heart-shaped box of shower steamers (get it for under $10!) or a wooden matchbox customized with your initials. From self-care favorites to thought-provoking card games for your next date night, these finds will steal the show — and her heart — this February 14.
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Best Valentine's Day gifts for her under $25
If a spa trip isn't in the cards, then pick up a pack of budget-friendly eye masks, like these glittery ones that are skin-care staples for Yahoo beauty editors and celebs alike. This set of 12 comes with the brand's biggest sellers — the pink ones moisturize, gold brings life back to tired under-eyes and blue illuminates dull areas.
Inside this heart-shaped box she'll find six rose-scented tablets that'll take her shower experience to the next level. Stick one on the shower floor away from the water and breathe in a soothing scent as it dissolves.
She wears her Queen of Indecision title proudly, but if there's anybody who can change that, it's you. Or, well, this die. The next time she's trying to figure out if she's in the mood for pasta or sushi (or something else), she can simply roll the die for confirmation. The folks at Stunfassoo also sell dice emblazoned with suggestions for weekend and nighttime activities, if she needs a little guidance in those departments.
This handmade wind chime brings a bit of etherality to your alfresco atmosphere — it's made with a blue or green wine bottle and an acrylic heart pendulum that fills the air with soothing sound whenever a breeze blows by.
This heart isn't just for show. Nope, she can stick this buckwheat-filled pillow in the freezer or microwave to relax overworked muscles, ease cramps and soothe any bodily aches. "I got this for when I have really bad back pain, shoulder pain, or just period cramps in general," one five-star reviewer wrote, adding that its "soft and washable" cover is a nice touch.
Because she's the spark to your flame — and vice versa. Snag this wooden matchbox, featuring your initials and anniversary year, for your special lady. It doesn't come with any matches, so grab some and fill it up before gifting.
Call it magic, call it fate, but one thing's for sure: Something wonderful happened the day that you two crossed paths. Commemorate the moment that two became one with this personalized print, complete with your last names and the year you became official. Prices vary by size and print type, but a standard 5" x 7" print will run you as little as $22.
Best Valentine's Day gifts for her under $50
She's all set on the candle front, but you know what she could use? A way to enjoy her favorite scents without any soot, smoke or, ya know, flame. This Amazon bestseller features adjustable brightness, a timer and a wooden base large enough to hold most vessels (including her faves from Bath & Body Works).
Pick a card, any card, and get a new conversation prompt. Cards fall into one of six categories — relationship, intimacy, life, past, random and about you — and all are sure to switch things up from the same old, same old. Take it from this five-star reviewer: "This game was like marriage counseling in a box! I mean we talked about stuff we never would think to talk about, and we have been married for 18 years!"
Her style's anything but simple, and that's one of the many things you love about her. These sparkly heart studs are the perfect statement — one that's understated enough for day-to-day wear, but still full of, well, love.
We're forever chasing the secret to a good night's sleep — and this weighted, light-blocking eye mask may be it. Thousands of well-rested Amazon shoppers swear by it, with one side sleeper raving that it's like a "gentle, relaxing eye hug" and has "just enough weight to keep it in place without falling off"
Your camera roll tells a story that only you two can read. Take 40 of your sweetest snaps and get them printed in this mini photo book, so you can always have 'em at the ready.
Summer weather isn't exactly in reach, but she'll get that sunshiney feeling whenever she lathers up in this tropical-inspired trio. She'll get travel-friendly versions of the brand's biggest sellers — the body wash, body cream and perfume mist — in a fruity, floral scent featuring hints of guava, coconut and orchid.
Pure silk pajamas can cost a near fortune, but this set has that sought-after silky feel without the steep price tag. A bonus: One happy shopper gushed that her pair "holds up well with daily washing" and "dries very quickly." There are over 25 colors and patterns to choose from, but I'm partial to this striped pink pair because, well, Valentine's Day.
She's No. 1 in your book ... and I'm sure she'd say the same about you. My advice: Take a page out of my book (the puns are writing themselves, I swear!) and give your beloved bookworm a paper flower made out of — you guessed it — actual book pages. No watering required.
Best Valentine's Day gifts for her under $100
Lego flowers are stealing hearts everywhere, and I can see why: Unlike the Valentine's Day bouquets that arrive at her doorstep, these stunning arrangements will stand the test of time (like your love ... right?). The latest offering leans into pinks and peaches with an eye-catching assortment of no-maintenance roses, ranunculus, orchids and more. Wrap up the whole kit and tell her you've got your next date night on lock, or wow her with a pre-built bunch.
Take them back to the day you said "I do." Upload a photo of your wedding venue to Letterfest and get a hand-drawn 10" x 12" sketch in return. Add the digital-proof option for an extra $5, so you can make sure everything looks accurate before they send the printed version.
Real love shines golden — hence why this gold-filled heart pendant made the cut. Personalize it with two initials (yours and hers, obviously) and let your love stand alone, or add up five mini hearts ($14 each) with your kid's initials to ensure the whole family is represented.
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