Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to spoil a loved one with a thoughtful gift, and while (unlike last year) you might be able to take them out for dinner or cocktails this year, we think the best way to show you care is with a present they’ll actually love. If you want to make a real difference, you might want to consider supporting a Black-owned business, so we pulled together gift suggestions for every kind of valentine. If you can’t find something you like, then head over to our Black-owned business directory, which now has 101 businesses in total. By the way, as we’re getting close to February 14, we’ve also included the last date that each item can be ordered for guaranteed delivery by Valentine’s Day.
For the valentine whose Zoom background needs perking up
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This striking sunrise print could be a focal point on a blank wall or part of a gallery. Last date to purchase: February 3.
For the valentine who has a lipstick for every occasion
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This classic red feels very appropriate for February 14. Last date to purchase: February 8.
For the valentine who is green-fingered
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More challenging than a snake plant or an aspidistra. Last date to purchase: February 8.
For the valentine who can’t even keep roses alive
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These dried flowers from Bristol-based Divina Botanica won’t need watering at all. Last date to purchase: February 10.
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They’ll need a planter too. This one by home-décor brand Copper Dust caught our eye. Last date to purchase: February 8.
For the valentine who is feeling seriously burnt out
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A gift box from wellness retailer Aysha Bell would help them relax. This one features time-out tea, sage, and seven healing crystals, including red jasper, labradorite, and clear quartz. Bell also includes a link to a downloadable affirmations meditation. Last date to purchase: February 8.
For the valentine who always has a hair tie on their wrist
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Native Mix sells all manner of sustainably made hair accessories, such as headbands and hair clips, but we particularly like this scrunchie. Last date to purchase: February 10.
For the valentine who is chilly (even when the thermostat is cranked up)
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Bespoke Binny does a number of colorful fleece-lined throws and blankets. We like this yellow and black one. Last date to purchase: February 9.
For the valentine who accessorises, even on a video call
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A statement pin can elevate an everyday white T-shirt. We like this Kendrick one, which is made by Kazvare Made It. Last date to purchase: February 8.
For the valentine who always writes a thank-you note
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We like this set of tasteful postcards. Last date to purchase: February 7.
For the valentine who appreciates ambience
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Our writer Chris Mandle says these sea salt–and–sage candles from Our Lovely Goods remind him of blustery walks along Hastings Pier. Last date to purchase: February 7.
For the valentine who already burned through their Boy Smells gift set
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What about a rich tobacco candle (with an amusing name). Last date to purchase: February 7.
For the valentine who likes a project
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A candle will be way more satisfying if they poured it themselves. Last date to purchase: February 7.
For the valentine who never says no to a nightcap
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We like the look of the sleek bottles from Las Olas. The brand sources its rum from Barbados and Jamaica, and spices it with notes of vanilla, gold cherry, and roasted coffee beans. Last date to purchase: February 7.
For the valentine with a five-cups-a-day habit
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This “couture tea” from Thés Lac Rose is a lightly spiced South India Assam blend with notes of cinnamon, cardamom, citrus, and clove. Last date to purchase: February 7.
For the valentine who can get ready in five minutes
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They’ll appreciate a gift that works just as hard. This hair and beard oil contains mango butter, shea butter, and black seed oil. Last date to purchase: February 4.
For the valentine who can spend at least an hour in the bath
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Kalabash’s bath salts would make a particularly decadent gift — this one features lemongrass, coconut oil, and golden calendula petals, as well as Dead Sea and Epsom salts. Last date to purchase: February 9.
For the valentine who Whatsapps her hairdresser
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Charlotte Mensah’s book on Afro hair is packed with expert advice — and has praise from Zadie Smith, Reni Eddo-Lodge, and Funmi Fetto. Last date to purchase: February 7.
For the valentine who has a nail polish for every occasion
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Even if that occasion is “watching Yellowjackets.” We like this pumpkin-coloured option from Manicure You, a nail-care brand founded by Nicola Soremekun. Last date to purchase: February 7.
For the valentine who is indecisive
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This mixed set of perfumes from Maya Njie features vials of Nordic Cedar, Vanilj, Les Fleurs, Tobak, and Tropica. You could even buy a gift card so your valentine can purchase the one they like most. Last date to purchase: February 9.
For the valentine who takes an XL-size anti-bac everywhere
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Ideal if her pockets can’t currently cope with a mask, keys, purse, and enough hand sanitiser for a small crowd. This handcrafted, faux-suede bucket bag comes from Cultureville. Last date to purchase: February 3.
For the valentine who doesn’t want much
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This illustrated card from Avila.Diana comes in two different skin-tone options. Last date to purchase: February 9.
And finally … something to wrap their gift in
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We really like this tropical orange-and-white paper from Tihara Smith. Last date to purchase: February 7.
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