Valentine’s Day can get really expensive very quickly. One night out, jewelsfancy chocolate and underwear can add up really quickly and they are considered pretty standard among Valentine’s Day celebrations.
But there are plenty of great gift ideas out there that won’t break the bank – and more importantly, don’t come across as ridiculous. Up front, we’ve rounded up cheap Valentine’s Day gifts that look way more expensive than they are. Want more ideas? Our test Valentine’s Day gift for him and for her.
Here’s the fun part about gifting perfume: The scent lover in your life will love these body scented stickers. Each set of eight stickers includes four different scents, so you can mix and match them according to your mood.
Breakfast in bed has never been cuter! Make your little one’s morning with this cute heart-shaped waffle maker from Dash.
Beautyblender Besties Charcoal Blend & Cleanse Starter Set ($22; sephora.com)
Treat your makeup lover to this Beautyblender starter kit that includes a black Beautyblender pro makeup sponge plus Blendercleanser Brush Cleaner and a heart-patterned silicone pad, perfect for the Holidays lover.
This cherry red cold latte is the Valentine’s Day gift that people keep giving. It received high praise from reviewers for the smoothness of the beer as well as the ease of cleanup.
But First, Rosé Candy Cube ($20; bloomdales.com)
A twist on the traditional Valentine’s Day gift of roses is the perfect gift for the sweet person in your life. A reusable lucite display case showcases Sugarfina’s pink, supple roses, made with wine from Provence.
It’s all game and fun until someone falls in love with this set of chat prompts designed to spark intimate conversations. The questions are weighted, so it can be played as a scoring, competitive game or cards can be simply used to facilitate discussion.
Spice things up with a tube of Olo’s Chipotle Paste. The dense, smoky, spicy paste comes packaged in a tube, making it easy to add to your cooking, and the bright red packaging elevates it into a gift.
This neon LOVE sign breaks out above its price tag. LED Neon Wall Art is powered by batteries (not included) or by USB charging and can be placed upright on a hard surface or mounted on a wall.
Treat your sweetheart to a romantic Valentine’s Day dessert made with this heart-shaped cakelet pan from Le Creuset.
Transform the traditional Valentine’s Day gift with flowers by giving your sweetheart a small potted plant in a heart-shaped planter!
Socks are a great little gift, but if you get too hung up on the holiday theme, socks will turn from a useful gift to “can only be worn a few days a year”. These socks have a little heart detail that makes them perfect for Valentine’s Day without having to scream “LOVER’S DAY” when you wear them in August.
Elevate your “Netflix and chill” game with this popcorn set. It comes in three fillings – large and golden, soft and white, and caramelized XL mushrooms – and five condiments, including butter jalapeño, dill pickle and cookie dough.
Hot honey is a great gift any time of year, but especially on Valentine’s Day! What better way to tell your “sweetheart” that you think they are “hot stuff” and “bee knees” than with Bushwick Kitchen’s Bees Knees Spicy Honey?!?
Nightwear is an old fashioned classic when it comes to Valentine’s Day gifts. We love this two-piece red satin pajama set that comes with matching eye masks that look more expensive than its $25 price tag.
PinkPeppermintShoppe Handmade embossed sticky notes ($8.75; etsy.com)
Even in our increasingly digital world, it’s a smart thing to have flashcards on hand – you never know when you need to write a thank you note or stuff a birthday card in a gift bag . These handmade heart-embossed cards are a perfect Valentine’s Day gift that can be used any time of the year.
Nothing says “hey, hot stuff!” pretty much a kitchen torch! We love this portable butane torch for the baking or crème brûlée enthusiast in your life.
This ice roller is a great little gift idea. It’s the perfect thing to flatten your face or relieve a headache – keep the roller in the freezer and pull it out for a soothing experience at any time.
These hydrating face masks, made with natural ingredients like tea tree, shea butter, and aloe, are an inexpensive way to add more pampering to your loved one’s life. They are perfect for a spa day at home, alone or a couple.
The new, 12-ounce Yeti insulated box is designed to hold cans of soda, soft drinks or beer – you can choose from Sandstone Pink or Harvest Red for a standout Valentine’s Day gift.
Gift cards are some of the most practical, but gift cards have an underwhelming unboxing experience. Take your gift card game up a notch with this super cute personalized card holder in a Valentine’s Day pink color.
