Have you thought about buying your Valentine a gift yet? The 14th February is only a couple of weeks away so time to start having a think. Trust me you don’t want to be the last one buying some half dead roses from a garage! Take your time and think about what your loved one would like. I’ve got some incredible gift ideas for you right here, and the chance to win some of them! Read on for more..
HARIBO Heart Throbs Gift Box
Treat your loved one to a tasty gesture this Valentine’s Day with a Heart Throbs Gift Box from HARIBO.
Filled with pretty jelly and foam hearts, this cute gift box is the perfect present for the sweet lover in your life.
Baylis & Harding Gift Set For Him
The perfect gift for that special man in your life, this wonderfully-presented set from Baylis & Harding.
Available from Victoria Plum
SEAMS Hand Cream
Treat your loved one to some beautiful hand cream like this one from SEAMS. It’s perfect for very dry and distressed hands. Absorbs with no greasiness.
Available from SEAMS
Framing Our Love
You can fill this frame with a collection of heartfelt messages to be treasured for years to come. All you do is write your messages on the heart-shaped cards, fold it up into an envelope and post it through the slot at the top of the frame. All your sweet messages will then be displayed inside this frame, creating a lovely collection of all your precious love notes.
Available from Find Me A Gift
To win Framing Our Love, head over to this page.
Baylis & Harding Skin spa men’s weekend bag
This weekend bag from Baylis & Harding is the height of luxury grooming, containing everything the discerning gentleman could ever require.
It would make the perfect gift for your man, to maybe use when he takes you away for a weekend. The bag contains shower gel, soap, hair and body wash, aftershave balm and body lotion.
Available from Victoria Plum
It had to be you
This beautiful couples journal features prompted sections where you can write down the story of your romance. Along with love letters and poems of famous lovers.
Available from Amazon
To win this journal head over to this page.
Baylis & Harding jojoba, silk & almond oil benefit set
Presented in a beautiful pink box, this gorgeous benefit set from Baylis & Harding will make an ideal present for a loved one.
The gift set contains 500 ml bottles of body wash and body lotion, plus 100 g of bath soak crystals and a luxury nylon body polisher.
Available from Victoria Plum
The Book of Romance
A one-of-a-kind personalised book for the one you love, the book of romance includes exquisitely designed personalised moments and messages of romance to celebrate why they are the one for you.
Shhhh I made one for Mr B!
The are fully customisable from the front cover colour, to names, dates and personal messages.
Available from The Book of Everyone
Tancream
The World’s First SPF50 Self Tan Luxury Lotion cream, could be a loving gift for a girlfriend. A tan can make you feel good about yourself and by using Tancream you are also protecting your skin.
Tancream carefully blends sunscreen and sunless tanning agents to create an innovative luxury face and body lotion offering SPF 50, a superior self tan, a tint of natural bronzer and moisturising properties all in one bottle.
Available from Tancream
To win this Tancream, head over to this page.
Rose Gold Mirrored Trio Pot
A great gift idea for females of all ages, this elegant hexagonal glass design an eye-catching mirrored exterior is sure to put a smile on anyone’s face. You can keep makeup brushes, hairbrushes, and beauty products neat, tidy and easily accessible.
Available from Beautify
Heart Necklace
This stunning heart shaped necklace would make a lovely gift. Perfect for wearing with any style.
Available from Kit and Kaboodal
Mini Copper Cube Terrarium
This Limited Edition Valentine’s Mini Copper Cube Terrarium is the perfect gift to show your love this Valentine’s Day. The copper terrarium features white gravel that beautifully compliments the trio set of succulent plants.
As a huge lover of cacti and succulents this would be my ideal Valentine’s gift. It’s simply stunning. It can arrive fully made or you can DIY and put all the components together. Including adding fairy lights! A cute little addition is the personalised wooden round which can host your message to your loved one.
If your loved one has everything this is the gift for them!
Available from The Urban Botanist
Valentine’s Day Cards
I adore these printed watercolour Valentine’s Day cards. They are so cute! Perfect for llama and giraffe lovers! Supporting small businesses is a fantastic thing to do. These cards are priced at £2.50 each and made with lots of love. They are blank inside for your own personal message.
Available from Smidge and Smudge
Anma Massage Oil
Created with the finest and essential ingredients, Anma massage oils are the go-to spa at home. With blends of unique ingredients, these oils are designed to revitalise your senses and well-being. The perfect gift for a romantic Valentine’s evening.
100% Vegan and cruelty-free
Available at Superdrug.
Gourmet Coconut Bowls with Spoons
So if you are looking for something a little unusual for a gift for a loved one, especially if they are into reuseabe and Eco-Friendly products, why not give them the gift of these special bowls. Made from reclaimed Thai coconut shells.
Each bowl is 100% unique with its own colour, shape, design, pattern. they can with stand hot and cold foods, or they can be used as decorative pieces. Long lasting and durable.
Available from Vie Gourmet via Amazon
Copper Mugs
A sparkling snazzy gift to a loved one of these copper mugs would be fantastic! A great addition to the kitchen. They are shatterproof, perfect for any hot or cold drink and wonderfully packaged.
Available from VonShef
Hugo Boss Sock Gift Set
Most men love the gift of socks! It’s the fail safe gift isn’t it? This lovely Hugo Boss 3 pack sock gift set is perfect for the man in your life. They come wonderfully packed in a gift box.
Available from Mainline Menswear
Satisfyer Partner Multifun
There is always time for some naughty but nice fun on Valentine’s, it’s what Valentine’s is all about, isn’t it? Well this may be the perfect accompaniment to your evening. The Satisfyer Partner Multifun is designed for women, men, and couples. This fun toy is a great addition to any relationship and at the same time perfect just for you. It’s the first-ever toy that can be used in such a multitude of ways.
Available from Satisfyer
Vegan Chocolates
Valentine’s Day isn’t the same without chocolates. These yummy dairy free chocolate available from Yumbles is the perfect treat for any diet.
Indigo Aromatherapy oils
Invoke the Mood For Love with Indigo Aromatherapy oils:
Erotic Spice This massage oil blend is a pokey mix of Ylang-ylang, Bergamot, Cinnamon and Black pepper. Together these aphrodisiac oils are sensually stimulating, with an aroma that intends to stir passion, increase libido and enhance pleasure.
Intimate Bliss This massage oil blend is a flirty mix of Ylang-ylang, Bergamot, Sweet Fennel and Aphrodite’s own plant Myrtle. Together these aphrodisiac oils are deeply relaxing, sensually uplifting with an aroma that intends to stir desire and promote blissful release
You can also get Emotional Balance gentle and soothing aromatherapy massage oil.
Available from Indigo Herbs.
To win these aromatherapy oils, head over to this page.
Mighty Fine Honeycomb chocolates
Mighty Fine’s delicious signature light & crisp honeycomb is made with British honey, and covered in a variety of the finest ingredients; Belgium milk chocolate, Belgium dark chocolate and Salted Caramel.
These are so scrummy, trust me. Light, crispy and extremely moreish. They would make a lovely gift for the chocoholic in your life! Plus they are vegetarian and gluten free.
Available from: Mighty Fine and in store at Sainsbury’s, Amazon, Superdrug, WHS, Whole Foods, Harvey Nichols, Waitrose, John Lewis, BP and speciality independent stores across the UK.
Mushrooms Of Love!
Shrooms to boost your libido this Valentine’s Day!
Red Reishi may provide the right stress relief to increase sexual function A recent study shows that erectile dysfunction is no longer an issue reserved for the retirement set. A quarter of newly diagnosed patients are now young men.
In East Asia Red Reishi has been used for centuries. A common cause of sexual dysfunction and low libido is said to be poor health and stress. Reishi’s anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties support the immune system and promote over all well being. Reishi has also been found to alleviate and aid the body in dealing with stress.
Mikei’s Red Reishi Mushroom Essence is of the highest quality. This capsule uses Mayuzumis’ proprietary superior strain, cultivated using a natural wood-log method and grown without chemicals or pesticides to ensure the most organic results. The mushrooms are harvested at peak maturity to maximise their phytonutrient levels, and then encapsulated in a 100% vegetable capsule. Mikei focuses on producing the most natural, undiluted or altered, potent reishi extract supplement
So put the kick back in to your love life with this little mushroom of love!
Available from Harrods and Planet Organic.
To win these Mikei Red Reishi Essence capsules head over to this page
Charming Escape
How about a gift of a night away on a charming escape? This would make the ideal gift for your loved one.
They have got something to suit everyone, with an incredible selection of quirky, cute, and traditional one night breaks. Featuring everything from seaside retreats to rural escapes, you are sure to find the perfect break for the two of you.
Available from Buyagift worth £69.99
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Thanks for stopping by today, I’m sure I’ve given you plenty of ideas for Valentine’s Day gifts, but if you are still looking, check out these ideas that may be a bit different from The Incidental Parent.
We bought each other jewellery! Very nice and something we can keep forever
I bought my partner a golfing weekend away and some socks with my face printed on!
i bought him some aftershave, slippers and box of his fave chocs.
Just a card and wine. We ain’t that fussed about valentines
Single but I bought my 16 month old a cupcake and card
Nothing for me, I bought a card and made a lovely meal.
I bought my partner some aftershave
I didn’t buy anything for Valentine’s but I’d like to treat myself to this charming escape.
I got my hubby dollymixtures & doritos & dips, his favourite things!
we always stick to card and some chocs each to keep cost down
Yes, spoiled my boyfriend for making my life so wonderful every single day
we both headed out for a meal, dancing and then back home to relax. Great night out.
A new sweater and some pjs, lovely giveaway thanks
A new sweater and some pjs
As a Single Pringle I will be enjoying a big glass of PROSECCO
I treated them to a takeaway and lots of chocolates.
We booked ourselves a night away….for next week. Amazing as usually we ignore the whole valentine theme.
I would bring him some chocolates and cook him a steak !
I bought myself a box of chocolates s
I treated my partner to a takeaway x
Treat my lovely husband to a meal out
My daughter has a birthday coming up. I’d like to take her for afternoon tea z
I treated him to a bottle of gjnger liqueur and a meal out.
We usually have a treat meal and a bottle of fizz, rather than gifts.
My husband genuinely asked for posh new socks haha
Some books he’s been asking for
I just gave my boyfriend a card and we cooked a lush dinner at home.
sadly nothing –as im middle aged and single and trying very hard to survive on universal credit
I didn’t buy him a present but he sent me a card and moaned because I didn’t send him a card
I bought my partner Jo Malone Blackberry and Bay, his favourite x
I’m low on funds so I haven’t bought anything for Valentine’s Day. I’m single too.
bought my hubby some of his favourite chocs
I bought my partner some earrings.
me and kids stayed in with sweets pop corn and movies
I buy him a card and prepare nibbles and prosecco for a romantic night in!
Nothing, I don’t have a Valentine!
Nothing, I’m single 💔😂
I brought him some of his favourite chocolates.
Beer and a take away 🙂
Nothing, we decided to save our money and go for a meal
nothing we decided we would finally get some chickens so that is our gift to each other
We don’t buy presents anymore do we will becoming a romantic meal between us
He collects history books and wanted a certain one for his collection. Sounds boring to me but he loved it haha
Nothing we have never celebrated it but he buys me flowers when I least expect them x
I’ve bought him a personalised glass for his rum & ginger beer, (dark n stormy cocktail) 🙂
I’m single, Valentines Day is just another day on the calendar.
Nothing – we don’t celebrate Valentine’s Day – its our 30th wedding anniversary in June so will be celebrating that instead :o)
Nothing but a homemade card this year. Hubby has been on long term sick leave so money is tight.
my partner isn’t very romantic,he got me his version of something red,a chicken tikka kebab,id use this to treat myself because after 26 years i think i deserve a treat
I’m not buying him anything but my present will be when I give birth to our child.
I treated my self to a nice bottle of rose champagne which I’m enjoying now.
I’m single so Valentine’s Day doesn’t register I’m afraid. A short break away would be lovely though.
A card and some lovely heart chocolates from M&S.
Dinner at our favourite Italian restaurant in Russell Square, London.
a gps
I cooked my husband a special meal and he bought me some flowers.
we didnt buy gifts this year but we’re having pizza and a movie night at the weekend
A bottle of bourbon
What a treat
I don’t have a Valentine but I treated myself to some flowers.
I will treat myself to a lovely bunch of flowers, my husband gave up on Valentine’s years ago
Just a card for my husband. I don’t feel the need to go over board, I’d rather give him my time than give big companies my money!
The usual – a meal out, chocolates and roses
A lovely meal out but not on Valentines night!
Chocolates for all my boys
Some chocolate and steak for dinner
Tickets for a night of comedy to relieve his work stress
nothing- we are saving for a house
I won’t be buying anything.
A Bottle of wine for my hubby
I have got my hubby a lovely hamper with choccy,fudge,bubbly and some other things in it xx
I’ve bought my other half a pair of denims, Not very romantic but I bought him a fragrance set last year and he didn’t use it 🙁
I will be buying a treat for both of us. A nice cut of ribeye steak which i will cook with a delicious sauce, followed by a lovely dessert and a glass or 2 of the fizz! On a school night! Love living dangerously 😛
I don’t buy anything for my gorgeous hubby on valentine’s day because our wedding anniversary is only a few days before and we prefer to celebrate that rather than valentines day
A nature book and a bottle of whisky! He’ll be happy!
I’m making a nice meal for 2!
A ticket to see Happy Death Day 2U at the cinema!!
We don’t do presents or cards but I may have to get something special in for tea.
Nothing.
Will buy some chocs!
going for a nice meal
I’m getting him some flowers as my boyfriend is a firm believer in flowers aren’t just for women
We don’t bother with gifts, I’ll cook a nice meal and he’ll wash up!
a snow globe from card factory for 3.99 was very beauty and the beast
I’ll buy dinner for us both
We don’t generally buy gifts, just a card & a nice dinner
The gift guide is so useful, I might even be tempted to spoil him to something. We dont usually celebrate valentines day.
We don’t spend lots. Just some nice chocolates and a top and we go for a meal
We don’t do gifts, but will try and go out for a meal together as it’s also our wedding anniversary the same week
We don’t really do valentines gifts, but we always make sure that we spend the evening together and do something special!
Nothing thisnyear as we are trying to save to get a house and I have no money coming in 🙁 my paid mat leave has ended and there is no room at the nursery 🙁 x
I’ve made my boyfriend into a LEGO minifigure as he loves building those Technic sets, it’s personalised to look like him, his accessory should be a guitar as he’s a fantastic player. So excited as it’s our first Valentines and also the first time i’ve had someone to celebrate with in years 🙂
We dont buy each other anything for Valentines day i would love some flowers though
Not the most exciting gift but I bought him a shirt!
Flowers & Card!
We usually have a lovely homecooked meal with flowers and candles!
What a great guide, I am not sure yet what to get
My husband is organising a surprise. I have no idea what to get him!
We don’t really do presents, I’ll just make him a nice meal.
I just love a romantic meal out….many thanks
A NICE WATCH
i’ll be making a 3 course meal with a nice bottle of red
We don’t buy each other gifts for valentines. But I will be buying myself a bottle of wine and will cook him a nice steak dinner 🙂
I will be buying myself some nice lingerie a gift to me and my husband 😀
We don’t really do Valentines, but we will be having a big old takeaway on the night
A lovely big card and I’ll be cooking his favourite steak and chips! x
We don’t buy each other anything for Valentine’s day, in fact this year we won’t be celebrating it at all as we’ll be far too busy looking after my frail elderly Mum
We are both skint, so just spending time together will be enough! I love, love!
I’ll be getting my husband a canvas print of our wedding day
a big fat nothing BUT we will have a lovely meal … with the kids!!
His birthday is the 19th, so I am buying him a Chromebook for both and having a nice meal.
I’ll be treating myself seeing as no one else will! I’ll buy a huge bar a chocolate.
We usually buy each other some chocolate. Thanks for this lovely giveaway.
And Early night! And a Lie in! We do little tokens!
I’ll be buying my loved one some scotch whisky
Beer, that will be my hubby, Dave, very happy
A card and a small present usually food related
I usually cook my hubby a special meal and he gets an anonymous card!
Not sure yet/
We don’t axtually exhange valentines gifts normally 😂
We dont usually make a big deal for valentines day, but I may make a special effort this year
We usually just buy cards. We use to buy presents but stopped a few years back and spent the money on doing things in the house
We buy each other romantic gifts all through the year but tend to avoid Valentine’s when all the prices go sky high!
Nothing planned as yet
Nothing! I don’t really buy my husband anything, he buys what he wants so it would be a waste of money!
we usually just do cards so that will be it!
we do not usually do anything for Valentines day, lucky if I get a card!
Chocolates and perfume – always the key to my heart
I think it will be a video game and some beer to enjoy.
we are going on a twilight spa experience with a meal afterwards.
I’ll buy my husband a bottle of his favourite wine
It will probably be chocolate!
A meal out at a restaurant
I will be buying my husband a nice bottle of red wine this Valentines Day!
I’ll be buying some Lacoste aftershave, it smells divine
ill be buying him a game, not very romantic but it will make him happy
I need a relaxing break!
I’m not sure yet, can’t believe it is February already!
We will probably buy some really nice food to have at home as we will be in with the children!
I will be taking other for a meal and good old Wetherspoons – joint present.
brought my mrs hair dryer and straightners
My husband and I are going out for a nice Valentine’s meal.
We don’t really do valentines day but might make a nice meal.
What will you be buying your loved one this Valentine’s, or yourself?
a surprise, in fact l don’t know myself yet what it will be
We probably won’t do gifts this year just because we have a nice meal planned and are having our ensuite done x
A new Watch,as he’s just been promoted at work x
a nice meal out
I will be buying him a new wallet
I am buying my partner Boss aftershave.
We don’t do Valentine’s day, I think love is and all year round kind of thing!
Cooking a lovely meal of steak, chips, mushrooms and onion rings with a bottle of red wine..
We will be sharing a bottle of champagne, bought by me
I will buy my girlfriend some red roses and perhaps a small gift. We’ll go out for a meal as well. I know it’s a marmite thing, but I love Valentines day
I’ll be buying my wife some lingerie.
yes ill be buying for my other half x
We don’t really buy each other much on Valentines Day, just a card and have a nice meal and bottle of wine, we save the gift giving for our wedding anniversary
My other half doesn’t do valentines so I’ll be treating my 5 kids to some heart chocolates and special little notes hidden around the house.
Nope, wont be getting anything this year, I think my husband forgets on purpose. I usually make a nice meal with starter,main and dessert 🙂
It’s also his birthday so I got him aftershave and a new wallet but we will also be going out for a meal
A card and probably making something nice to eat together maybe lasagne
I think some cheese shaped like hearts will be a good bet
i am buying him a car vacuum…i know so romantic
we are going to Blackpool on the 16th so we will be spending money on each other there. It’s also little ones birthday on the 13th so a combined treat for us all.
I have bought a weekend in London coz its both our birthdays as well
I’ll be buying my wife some wine.
Love the Haribo sweets – what a cute idea! The giraffe cards are also lovely – pretty designs x
Thanks for the gift guide – I’m sure it will inspire us all!