There’s Valentine’s Day, of course, but you can also celebrate Valentine’s Day with your best friends and girlfriends.
Looking for gift ideas? This article is exactly what you need: discover these 20 gift suggestions that will make them really happy!
1. Scented diffuser
Diffusers are perfect for leaving your room smelling great with a beautiful scent. They can also have a nice looking design which can be used as a room decoration.
$- PFCo Reed Diffuser has a wonderful fragrance.
$$- The Target Oil Diffuser holds a 300ml quantity and has a sleek white and wood look.
$$$- Crabtree & Evelyn’s Woman of Force is pleasing to the eye and can be a decorative piece on its own.
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2. Phone cases
Everyone loves a cute case, and so does your friend! Even if they already have one, multiple cases can still be a good idea.
Some phone cases that are taking over right now are the Casetify and Wildflower cases. Both are mostly fun and funky prints. For a clear, clean and minimalist case, Case Mate offers one.
$- Hold It Brand’s silicone cases come in such aesthetically pleasing colors, and this moss green is a favorite.
$$- Emma Chamberlain x Wildflower Cases features a hand-drawn design by Emma.
$$$- Casetify has a case that looks like passport stickers and stamps for adventure lovers!
Plus, you can even customize a phone case with photos of you and your friends!
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3. A good book
If your friend likes a good book, he will definitely like a book handpicked by you.
There’s always Barnes & Noble to browse great novels.
If you’re not sure what books to buy for your Valentine’s Day, consider:
- The book thief by Markus Zusak
- Harry Potter JK Rowling series
- Atlas shrugged. by Ayn Rand
- A shortcut in time by Madeline L’Engle
- Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs
- for your friends who love crime novels: everything written by Agatha Christie
4. Disposable cameras
In the world of photography, film is making a comeback; prominently among Gen Z, we’re seeing an increase in disposable cameras.
With a nostalgic quality, disposable cameras are great for snapping photos of a fun night out and seeing developed photos later.
$- The Kodak Power Flash camera costs around $13.
$$- The Fujifilm Quick Snap is the iconic green disposable camera you may have seen online.
There are also reusable film cameras so you don’t have to buy a new one every time a roll is developed.
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5. A Reading List
A gift that comes from the heart and will not cost you anything financially would be to make your friend a playlist.
Gather all the music they might like, or something you know for sure they like. Perhaps you could compile some music containing a memory for both of you.
6. Face masks
Who doesn’t love applying soothing, hydrating, and fun masks?
It’s a great skincare regimen, and for your friends who love skincare, it might just be the perfect Valentine’s Day gift!
$- Borghese’s Classic Fango Active Mud Mask is loaded with benefits.
$$- The Sand & Sky Mud Mask is a gorgeous pink!
$$$- Gleamin’s Turmeric Mask might just be their favorite.
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7. Matching Jewelry
Team up with your best friends with matching friendship jewelry.
Whether it’s necklaces, bracelets or rings, connect them in the same pieces!
$- have matching rings with your best friend- featuring Alex and Ani’s birthstone gemstones.
$$- this massive Friendship Pack bracelet from Pura Vida leaves you with more than enough bracelets to share with your group of friends.
$$$- matching friendship necklaces that make sense? Yes, please, you will love Bryan Anthonys necklace set.
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8. Hand creams
Winter is hitting us hard with dry hands, and your friends will definitely appreciate some hand creams.
Hydration is important all around, and that includes your hands!
$- Biotherm’s Bath Therapy Relaxing Hand Cream is designed to put you at ease with an incredible berry and herbal scent.
$$- Kiehl’s is always reliable, as is their Ultimate Strength Hand Balm.
$$$- L’Occitane offers you this Trio of Hand Creams to nourish your skin.
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9. Candy assortments
Make your friend a candy basket filled with the ones you know he likes.
Candy assortments are always a huge hit, and if your friends have a sweet tooth, this will be the perfect gift for them!
If you don’t know which candies to include, I suggest:
- gummy bears
- Hershey’s Chocolate Bars
- hershey kisses
- Chewing gum
- mints
- chocolate nuts
- Truffles
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10. Record player + music discs
Record players are making a comeback, and if your friend loves music, this might be the one. You could get them music discs so they can listen to them!
$- For your Disney loving friends, this vinyl contains all the greatest hits.
$$- This Rex Orange County Pony LP might just be their favorite.
$$$- Does your friend like Bob Marley? Maybe they’ll love it!
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11. Bath Bomb
Relaxing days at the spa are the best, and bath bombs are essential for that.
They look and smell amazing, and are sure to be a wonderful gift.
Lush Cosmetics is – in my opinion – possibly the best place to buy versatile bath bombs good. Great for the planet and great for people, Lush is definitely the place for bath bombs. Plus, everything (listed below) is under $10!
Some Lush favorites are:
$- The geode looks like a jewel, it’s cool!
$$- The Intergalactic is always a favorite with bright colors.
$$$- The Heartbeat is perfect for Valentine’s Day!
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12. Candles
Funky minimalist and pastel candles are making waves lately.
If your friend loves Danish-eclectic decor, this will be for them!
$- The sage green bubble candle from Add Store is intriguing and interesting.
$$- Special Interest Goods Knot Candles are twisted and super cool!
$$$- Ellis Home Studios has these shell shaped candles that are so pretty.
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13. Flashcards We’re Not Really Strangers
One of my big personal favourites, We’re not really strangers enables people to truly connect, person-to-person, heart-to-heart.
You’d be surprised how well you’ll get to know your friends – who they really are – through this flash card game; maybe they will be shocked to know more about you!
Can’t recommend it highly enough – and the brand itself is also incredibly remarkable.
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14. Sticks
Chapped lips are the worst – they hurt and they feel bad. Give your friends delicious scented and smooth lip liners – they’ll love this thoughtful gift.
$- I am 1000% certain that EOS Watermelon Frose and Lychee Martini Lipstick has the best scent ever.
$$- Kind Lips Organic Unscented Lip Balm is healthy and good for you.
$$$- Glossier’s Balm Dot Com Trio is a cult favorite for good reason.
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15. Baked goods
Are you a good baker? If so, you could bake your friends some of your sweet treats!
Not sure what to create in the kitchen? Some suggestions would be:
- Rice Krispies Treats
- Cupcakes
- Cookies
- brownies
- Chocolate trail mix bars
Consider adding Valentine’s Day themed glitter and frosting to add an extra sparkle!
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16. Gel Pens
Something about gel pens is simply better than regular pens.
With a wide variety of colors, easy glide, and even glitter, they’re perfect for all things writing!
$- These gel pens from Amazon are simplistic and effective.
$$- Can you believe this gel pen set has 60 colors?
$$$- These 100 color gel pens come with a stand-up container.
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17. Photo Album
Something sincere would definitely be a photo album.
Compile cute photos of you and your best friend and create a little scrapbook!
Some adorable ideas to include:
- Funky Patterned Washi Tape
- Instant film photos
- Drawings
- little legends
- Stickers
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18. Nail polish
If your friend loves getting her nails done, she’ll love this one!
You can also gift some of her favorite colors.
$- You can’t go wrong with Essie’s nail polish.
$$- Eternal Nail Polish comes in a set of five pastel colors.
$$$- Charming colors? It’s probably from Manucurist!
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19. Gift cards
Gift cards are always a good idea!
If you know where your friends like to shop, you can get the perfect gift that they are sure to love.
Not sure where to get them a gift card? Consider these:
- Starbucks, or any other coffee they like
- A clothing brand they like
- One of their favorite fast food
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20. A handmade letter
Finally: Write your friends a sincere, hand-crafted letter. They will love the effort, care and love that goes into it!
If you want to make it even more special, here are some suggestions:
- Seal it with a wax stamp or sticker
- Draw something inside or outside…maybe both
- Sign your name in a fancy signature
- Include a joke you both might have
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