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24 Valentine’s Day Gifts You’ll Love for 2018

Valentine’s Day: the holiday you love––or love to hate. Whatever your feelings about V-Day, it’s undeniable that in less than a month, you’ll be inundated by hearts, teddy bears, candies, couples making out in public, 50 shades of pink and red, and awkwardly seductive perfume commercials. America takes a no-holds-barred approach on the ~holiday of love~ and stocks their shelves with the cheesiest gifts, and honestly, we kind of dig it. So we searched the internet far and wide to bring you a comprehensive Valentine’s Day gift guide for everyone on your list (but especially yourselves…natch).

For the home

Pink Oversize Faux Fur Heart Throw Pillow ($19.99 at Target)

We’ll totally be using this plush pillow all year round.

Valentine’s Red Wine Glasses ($36 at Target)

No SO? No problem. There are four glasses in a pack for the perfect girls night.

Best Babes Shot Glass Set ($10 at Urban Outfitters)

Relationships may fade, but tequila is forever.

Mine, Also Mine Pillow Case Set ($45 at Betches)

Whether you’re single, hooking up, or in a relationship, we all share one thing in common: both pillows are OURS. No negotiations.

‘Set the F*cking Mood’ Signature Candle ($25 at Betches)

Ahhh, the sweet scent of vanilla and aggressive romance.

For writing Valentine’s Day cards

‘You Are My Other Half’ Card ($6 at Urban Outfitters)

Perfect for that special someone that *always* pays extra for guac.

Trump Inspired Valentine’s Day Cards ($4.50 on Etsy)

Sometimes we just need to make light of the fact that an orange man is our President. And how do we do that? Through Valentine’s cards.

Will You Meme My Valentine? Card Pack ($12 at Urban Outfitters)

Because of course you, a Millennial, need these.

Card in a Drawer Valentine Card ($3.95 at Paper Source)

This sweet card makes our cold, hardened hearts a little warmer.

For the bookshelf

Love Poems by Pablo Neruda ($11.95 at Urban Outfitters)

Aw :’)

What I Love About You by Knock Knock ($10 at Urban Outfitters)

This book is a perfect last-minute gift that’s still super thoughtful and sweet.

Date Night In Cookbook ($27.50 at Anthropologie)

That is, if you’re a part of one of the few lucky couplings that won’t kill each other if cooking in the same kitchen together.

For your makeup vault

Colourpop Times Infinity Eyeshadow Set ($15 at Colourpop)

These electrifying purples are a perfect addition to your date night makeup look.

Too Faced White Peach Eye Shadow Palette ($45 at Sephora)

This palette is filled with romantic hues that will take you far past Valentine’s Day for a gorgeous glow.

NARS Velvet Lip Glide Duo ($16 at Sephora)

This velvety lip color is sexy and sweet, perfect for whatever your V-Day has in store.

For your sweet tooth

‘Cheers to Us’ Champagne Bears ($8.50 at Sugarfina)

Pop the bubbly! (and eat the gummies, because you can never have too much champagne)

Red Velvet Lindor Truffles Cake Box ($6.99 at Lindt)

White chocolate on the outside and smooth red velvet on the inside. We’re drooling.

Tito’s Vodka Cordials ($8.50 at Sugarfina)

Not Valentine’s Day themed, but c’mon, do you really need a holiday to drink vodka anyway?

Valentine’s Day Paper Heart Chocolate Gift Box ($35 at GODIVA)

It’s, like, literally seduction in a box. 

Valentine’s Day 25-Pack Gift Box ($32 at Baked by Melissa)

This limited-edition collection will be your food bae this V-Day. 

And for everything else

“Flirting” Datebox Monthly Subscription ($39.95 per box at Datebox)

“There’s a subscription box for that” -someone, probably

James Goldcrown Bralette ($25 at Related Garments)

Wear a literal #lovewall on your body this Valentine’s Day!

Prosecco Pong Game ($25 at Urban Outfitters)

Hosting a Single Awareness Day party? This is the perfect game.

Hangit Photo Display ($20 at Dormify)

Clip on your favorite photographed mems with your special someone (bestie, bae, or anyone in between) for the perfect DIY-ish gift.

Temple University, 2019. Magazine journalist and editor, fitness instructor, health and wellness enthusiast. Proponent of lists, Jesus, and the Oxford comma. Will do anything for an iced oatmilk latte. Follow my journey: Twitter + Instagram: @sarah_madaus