While it may feel like you’re still recovering from the holiday season, you’ll need to get your head back in the game as Valentine’s Day is rapidly approaching. If that seems daunting, don’t worry: we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re looking for ideas for your guy of three weeks or of three years, we’ll inspire you. And if your Valentine struggles in the gift department we’ve got some ideas for him that you can leave open on your computer screen or subtly send to him. Everyone is happy this way, right?
Gifts for Guys
Car Service
“No gifts this year,” you and your significant other agree on and decide just to go out for a nice dinner. You know you won’t be chipping in for dinner, so here is how you can make the night extra special: hire an UberX driver! The affordable, and yet luxurious (hello bottled water, impeccably clean cars and suited drivers) car service will make you and your sweetie feel VIP all night long. Check to see if your city has Uber. Starting at $3.
Boxers
If it’s still early in your relationship – funny boxers will show that you thought of the 14th, but have a sense of humor about the fact that you’re not at the “I love you” point of your relationship. These satin finished boxers won’t break the bank, but they will make him break a smile. Walmart, $7.
Chocolate
Put a twist on the traditional V-Day gift with Create my Chocolate. You can make your Valentine chocolate with anything from ground chili to walnuts to mini cookies. YUM! Starting at $7.90
Mini champagne
Toast to your great relationship with these cute mini bottles of champagne! Perfect for those (in warm weather) who can spend their night on a romantic picnic! Korbel Brut $4
“Beauty” Products
Guys need to pamper themselves too! With these six guy-friendly products from Kiehl’s your guy will be able to look and smell amazing! $58
Bucket of Dates
Put a twist on the standard gift of “coupons” with a collection of dates folded up and mixed together – so that you and your sweetie can choose a fun date from your suggestions whenever you’re in the mood. Some ideas to include: movie night (his choice), bowling, volunteering, laser tag, dinner at your favorite restaurant, and a walk around campus at dusk.
Framed photo
Put your touch in his bedroom by taking the time to actually print a photo of the two of you (crazy!) and frame it for him.
Headphone splitter
Perfect for you and your guy if you listen to music at the library together or travel and watch movies on your tablet often. You will be even more inseparable with this cutesy headphone splitter so you two will always be on the same wavelength. Amazon, $11
Gifts for Girls
Guys: we know you already know about the JCF of Valentine’s Day (jewelry, chocolate and flowers). And we know, that you know what kind of accessories, sweets and blooms your girl likes best. If your girl pointed you to HC or you’re over buying from the JCF, we’ve got you covered with the below ideas!
Sheets
We know you like buying practical gifts, and usually we might discourage that, but a new, nice set of sheets is one thing she “needs” that will make you seem like a romantic. Support her sweet dreams (of you, naturally) with jersey sheets. Target, Starting at $18
Manicure/Pedicure
Help her get pampered for your big Friday night date (yes guys, that’s what day of the week Valentine’s Day is this year) by surprising her with a gift certificate for a manicure/pedicure the morning of the 14th. $25
Luxury Candle
Provide the romantic lighting and keep her dorm room smelling like a million dollars with a gorgeous, and sweet smelling, candle from Izola. Amazon, $33
Artwork
Decorate her walls and set her heart aflutter by gifting her a sweet poster that demonstrates your feelings for her, like this Birds on a Wire Poster. All Posters, $13
Plant
If you want your love to grow, tell her, and then sweeten your sentiment with this I Love You Plant Kit. Perpetual Kid, $7
Wallet
Practical and pretty! This envelope wallet from Kate Spade Saturday might not “show” your love, but she’ll think of you every time she pulls out her ID or money (read: every day) — so what could be better? $80
Scarf
Struggling through the polar vortex? This super soft infinity scarf, enhanced with a delicate angel’s wing, will keep her snuggly warm (even when you’re in class). Donni Charm, $89
Robe
This super feminine, peony embroidered robe is another practical gift — but it’s more gorgeous than anything she’d ever get for herself. Anthropologie, $89