Unique Valentine’s Day presents - find the perfect gift for the man or woman in your life

Katrina Conaglen
By Katrina Conaglen
Published 16th Jan 2021, 22:13 BST
Updated 10th Feb 2021, 18:15 BST

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There's still time to order a gift online for the person (or people) you love. Here are unique ideas to make them smile.

This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through article, though that does not affect our editorial judgement.

Look, we hear the arguments against Valentine's Day, and they're fair. Yes, you can discuss the commercialism, and certainly, any relationship that relies on specific days to remind you to show you care probably needs to do a bit of a status check. And of course – being single is great, and Valentine's Day can sometimes feel like an affront to that.  

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But, to counter those valid points, consider – it's been a long year. Every one has been through it, in one way or another. The prospect of buying a gift to show the people who you love that you're thinking of them? Well, that's only going to make the world happier.  

The suggestions on this list are intended as fun, colourful ways of bringing a little cheer into people's lives. A bright red lipstick sent to a best friend who is home-schooling and working at the same time? Sure to elicit a smile. PJs for a boyfriend who is delivering parcels in the foulest of weather for work? A lovely thought. A self-gift of a great recipe book? We don't want to lean into cheesy sentiment, but we'd wager you've earnt it at this point.  

Here we go… 

 

Want to seriously impress a beauty fan? This gorgeous set from Harvey Nicks features the hottest names in beauty - from Marc Jacobs, to Fenty, to Tom Ford's latest fragrance. It's sumptuously displayed and even comes with a half bottle of champagne, so your lady love can have a tipple as she tries things on.

Full Contents:

Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer - Fu$$y Marc Jacobs At Lash’d Lengthening and Curling Mascara Tom Ford Rose Prick Eau De Parfum 10ml Evermore London Flore Candle 300g Harvey Nichols No.8 Raspberry & Coconut Ice 125g Harvey Nichols Premier Cru Brut Champagne NV Half Bottle 375ml Fenty Beauty Pink Compact Mirror Marc Jacobs Mini Highliner – Blacquer

Tom Ford - the world's most dapper Texan native - sought to replicate the scent of luxury leather with this fragrance, and his success is uncanny. Soft, sexy, long-lasting, this is one of those special scents that has genuinely made this writer's knees weaken - it's utterly addictive.

Ostensibly masculine, this also smells chic and sultry on a lady. The type of scent you adore inhaling when embracing your beloved.

You can't get away at the moment, but give a promissory note to your love for a night glamping in the future.

Choose from a range of beautiful locations across the UK, and make the most of your stay in a super comfortable, clean and utterly fabulous pod, cabin or wigwam - the most stylish and modern alternative to traditional camping.

With 20 months to redeem your voucher, you're investing in a future adventure for you to enjoy.

If you share a life with someone who is awfully sporty, they'll adore you for introducing them to Elemis Aching Muscle Super Soak. At first glance, it's not romantic, but trust us: it will improve their lives.

A skin-softening, gorgeously aromatic cream that naturally foams in a bath, it completely revivifies tired muscles. Creating an aroma therapeutic atmosphere, their punished bodies will feel cosseting and cared for - and they'll love you for it (not least of us because most people would baulk at buying a bath soak so expensive for themselves).

Missing heading down the pub with your sweetheart for a freshly drawn pint? You'll love this - and so will there.

Successfully pitched on Shark Tank, it utilises soundwaves to transform a standard canned or bottled beer into a pub-grade draft pour. Gosh, it works – the body of the beer tastes creamier, the head foams perfectly. Especially great for Guinness

Fabulous champagne flutes are a must in any adult's household. These are lush. 

When buying a lipstick for a loved one, follow a few cardinal rules. First, ensure it's a brand renowned for good formulations – such as Gucci. Second, make sure the packaging is suitably grand: part of what is so pleasing about lipsticks is great packaging. Thirdly, if you're not sure on a shade, be assured every woman looks amazing in a bold, classic red. Teeth whiter, skin brighter. It's a winner. 

Fragrance family: Floral. Key Notes: green iris root, pink pepper

At £45, this tiny triumph from Glossier is redolent of perfumes triple the price - it’s a proper bargain. We love how deceptive this perfume is - at first sniff, you’ll think of baby powder on warm skin - fresh, clean, skin-like.

But although it is elegant and soft, it has a certain delightful filthiness to it, thanks to the spicy pepper notes - like briefly catching a knowing look from someone you fancy. Nothing forward, but enticing all the same.

A subtly seductive smell. We admit the bottle is a bit prosaic, but the contents are par excellance. 

Any musician knows all too well how fantastic Marshall are for sound. This small, portable bluetooth speaker will make any muso in your life grin – then rock out.