Gems, jewels, aphrodisiacs and sweet treats – here’s what we’re crushing on this Valentine’s Day, and so will you! Whether you want to show your better half, bestie, yourself or a budding beau some love, these Valentine’s Day gifts will steal hearts!

For Besties

Declare your love for your true soulmates with these gorgeous Valentine’s Day gifts.

Image source: Lelive (left); The Fitz (right).

Lelive All Glow’d Up

Heartbroken or down in the dumps? A glow-up is always the best revenge! Whether they’re in their self-care era or need a healthy ego boost, Lelive’s All Glow’d Up will leave their skin radiant and happy. With vitamin C, hyaluronic acid and turmeric as active ingredients, this miracle serum helps even skin tone and reduce hyperpigmentation for the ultimate glow.

The Fitz Five Leaf Necklace

Why get friendship bracelets when you can get necklaces? Studded with leaf charms, this fetching necklace from The Fitz is the ideal Valentine’s Day gift to show your bestie love. Available in white or black with a gold base, this casual yet cute accessory will complete their look and make them sparkle like the gem they are.

SHOP HERE: Lelive All Glow’d Up Serum (R299.00;1 x 30 ml) | The Fitz, Premium Para Five Leaf Necklace (from R259.00)

Image source: Be Kind (left); Amanda-Jayne (right).

Dear Diary Journal

There’s no better love than self-love. Help them navigate their healing journey with the Dear Diary workshop journal. Designed in collaboration with a registered mental health practitioner, this thoughtful gift will help them understand themselves on a deeper level.

Amanda-Jayne Gold Tin & Home Fragrance Set

Invite peace into their home with this fragrance set by Amanada-Jayne. Made of natural soy wax and hand-poured in stylish gold tins, this candle is the ideal Valentine’s Day gift to help your bestie relax after a long day. Select a home fragrance that reminds you of them; scents include Night Bloom, Orange Blossom, Sweet Cashmere and more.

SHOP HERE: Dear Diary, Be Kind (R650.00) | Amanda-Jayne Gold Tin & Home Fragrance Set (R429.00; includes 1 x 100 g gold tin candle, 1x 100 ml home fragrance of your choice and 10 x 5 cm white-tipped safety matches)

For Yourself

Why wait for Champagne and roses when you can shower yourself with love?

Image source: Black Betty Design (left); The Oliō Store (right).

The Mother of Pearl Huggie, Black Betty

Make a subtle statement with these gorgeous earrings by Black Betty Design. These gold-plated hoops have a mother-of-pearl inlay, making them a chic addition to your collection. Elevate casual looks or dress up your fanciest gown for a special occasion.

Gua Sha Stone

Make every day a spa day with this Gua Sha Stone. This face sculpting and massaging tool relieves tension and stimulates circulation. Reduce frown lines and make your skin bounce back by incorporating it into your night routine. Made of Jade stone, it has healing properties and will ensure that your face is sculpted for the gods.

SHOP HERE: Black Betty Design, The Mother of Pearl Huggie, Gold Plated (R500.00 per hoop; sold individually) | Gua Sha Stone – Jade (R310.00)

Image source: Awesome Tools (left); LEGO^® (right).

Stanley Quencher H2.0​ Flowstate™ Tumbler

The Stanley Quencher Tumbler is every adventurer and busy babe’s best friend – and not just for a season. Built for life, this high-quality product is one of the best ways to hydrate on the go. Because it’s Valentine’s, the Rose Quartz colourway has our heart!

LEGO^® ICONS™ Orchid

Blooms that will last a lifetime! If you love flowers but keep cutting their life short, these forever orchids were made for you. The LEGO^® ICONS™ range features Plump Blossoms, Birds of Paradise and other beautiful arrangements, but we think this classic orchid is the ideal Valentine’s Day gift, be it for someone special or yourself.

SHOP HERE: Stanley Quencher H2.0​ Flowstate™ Tumbler 40oz, Rose Quartz (R1,315.00) | LEGO^® ICONS™ Orchid (R799.20)

For Couples

Take your relationship to the next level with these shareable Valentine’s Day gifts.

Image source: Pienaar & Son Distilling Co. (left); Woolworths (right).

Please x P&S Aperitif Aphrodisiac + Coconut Water Spritzers

Lost your groove? Please x P&S Aperitif Aphrodisiac will help you find your rhythm again. A heady cocktail of honey, fig, oyster shell and buchu, this drink was made to tease the senses. It’s the quintessential Valentine’s Day gift for a night of seduction and intrigue.

Calvin Klein, One Essence Parfum Intense Unisex

Designed by Calvin Klein, this unisex fragrance is essential for couples. It’s intense yet subtle. Notes of Italian bergamot, green tea, sandalwood and blood orange commingle, creating a vibrant and beautifully blended fragrance.

SHOP HERE: Please x P&S Aperitif Aphrodisiac (R750.00; 2x 500 ml, 22% Alc. each) | Calvin Klein, One Essence Parfum Intense Unisex (R995.00; 1 x 50 ml)

Image source: The Local Edit (left); Babylonstoren (right).

Cards for Conversation, Couples Edition

Dive into the depths of their soul and discover their heart’s desires with Cards for Conversation, the Couples Edition. Whether you want to reignite the spark or need to reconnect, these conversation starters will help you find your way back to your partner and fall in love with them all over again. Filled with ‘deep’, questions, it’s the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for couples to ‘stoke the fire’.

Essential Oil Diffuser with Night Light

Ideal for couples who love their sleep, this ultrasonic diffuser removes dust and releases healing aromas throughout your home. The night light creates a relaxing environment and functions throughout the evening. From calming lavender to fragrant ylang-ylang, allow your favourite essential oil to lull you to sleep.

SHOP HERE: Cards for Conversation, Couples Edition (R499.00) | Essential Oil Diffuser with Night Light (R1,800.00)

For Foodies

Nothing but sugar, spice and everything nice for your favourite foodies.

Image source: Le Creuset (left); Sweet LionHeart (right).

Le Creuset Shell Pink Casserole Cast Iron

Crafted with care, this Shell Pink Le Creuset Casserole Cast Iron is ideal for home cooks who love to entertain. Serve hearty dishes straight from the pot; thanks to the heat-resistant knob and the large handles, you can easily shift it from the oven to the dining table. The enamel interior makes cleaning effortless. A fabulous addition to any kitchen, this quality cookware has a lifetime warranty and has family heirloom status.

Sweet LionHeart Love Sammiches

Sweet tooths will fall in love with each bite of these Love Sammiches by Sweet LionHeart. These buttery biscuits are complete with a tart, tangy centre, good enough to swoon your favourite foodie or a cute crush.

SHOP HERE: Le Creuset Le Cast Iron Signature Round Casserole, Shell Pink (R4,199.00) | Love Sammiches, Sweet LionHeart (R195.00)

Image source: Honest Chocolate (right); Babylonstoren (right).

The Treat Box, Honest Chocolate

A chocoholic’s dream, this treat box by Honest Chocolate will earn you major brownie points with friends, family or lovers. (You might even be tempted to steal a bar from the box!) It’s made from ethically sourced chocolate, making it the ideal Valentine’s Day gift for ‘sustainability huns’. Packed with two dark chocolate flavours (Kalahari salt and buchu and pineapple), one ‘mylk’ slab and almond chocolate spread, it’s an absolute treat!

Sweet & Salty

If they prefer biltong to chocolates, this Sweet & Salty hamper by Babylonstoren is the perfect blend of flavours. Filled with droëwors, biltong, sweet potato crisps, nougat, cheese straws, chocolate and raspberry almonds, shortbread, olives and more biltong, it will satisfy every sweet and savoury craving they have.

SHOP HERE: The Treat Box, Honest Chocolate (R360.00) | Sweet & Salty, Babylonstoren (R1,200.00)

For Book Nerds

Worm your way into their heart with these ravishing reads.

Image source: Penguin Random House (left); Amazon (right).

Freestyle Cooking with Chef Ollie

If ‘improv’ is their style, then Freestyle Cooking with Chef Ollie deserves a spot on their kitchen counter. The talented chef, who has won the hearts of local foodies on social media, shares his take on flavour-packed dishes from around the globe. With everyday ingredients, chef Ollie (Oliver Swart) creates culinary magic and shows us how to have fun in the kitchen.

The Condiment Book by Claire Dinhut

In The Condiment Book: A Brilliantly Flavourful Guide to Food’s Unsung Heroes, Claire Dinhut shows how pantry basics can mimic bold flavours with the right balance. From mustard to ketchup and everything in between, this genius illustrated guide gives home cooks a basic understanding of how to work with what they’ve got. Whether creating a delicious dressing or exploring the beauty of butter, this saucy cookbook is worth savouring.

SHOP HERE: Freestyle Cooking with Chef Ollie (from R325.00) | The Condiment Book by Claire Dinhut (from R360.00)

Image source: Amazon (left); Exclusive Books (right).

What I Ate in One Year (and related thoughts) by Stanley Tucci

With his enigmatic charm and humour, every foodie’s favourite foodie, Stanley Tucci describes what he’s eaten in one year, from his mom’s meatballs to restaurant dinners. Whether enjoyed in the comfort of his home or at the airport, Tucci gorgeously captures the memories baked into every mouthful (and shares his related thoughts).

Women Living Deliciously by Florence Given

‘Delicious’ not only describes the food we eat. For bestselling author and internet sensation Florence Given, it means acquiring a zest for life, dismantling perfectionism and scraping unrealistic beauty standards and shame off your plate. This is the ideal Valentine’s Day gift for anyone who needs a reminder to choose themselves wholeheartedly.

SHOP HERE: What I Ate In One Year (and related thoughts) (R410.00) | Women Living Deliciously by Florence Given (R565.00)

Got a Valentine? Wine and dine them with these romantic dinner and dessert ideas. 

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