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Love is in the air and regardless of whether you’re able to declare it boldly yet or not – nothing says “I care” like a thoughtful (or even backhanded) Valentine’s Day gesture.
Whether they’re your ex lover, a new friend, or “just complicated”, we’ve sourced the best gifts for your greatest unnamed entanglements. The more complex your pairing, the more your gift ideas have room to fall outside of the norm. We’ve put together a list of things you can grab your complicated “other,” that show you are actively reflecting on your time together during the month of love.
Get to the bottom of your most burning questions and feelings with this game that can be played anywhere or at home. Tell them you “want to figure this out” with a gift that fosters good old fashioned conversation.
Celebrating the day of love can happen at any time. Show them that you’re feeling intentional about your time together by gifting them a double mani-pedi for you both to use in the future.
Perfect for that special someone who is sooooo forgetful with their keys! Help them keep a close eye on their important belongings. We’re sure they’ll thank you later.
Some might call it a midnight snack. At minimum, you’ll get to enjoy the look on their face when they receive this one. Be sure to have your camera ready to document their reaction.
You may need two copies of this one. Could this be the year that you two uncomplicate those emotions? If card games aren’t your vibe, try reading this book together. It’s known to get people thinking about our heart’s deepest complexities.
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Usher may not have invented situationships but he did give us a soundtrack for living our lives messily. Make a plan to sing-a-long to forbidden love songs, live.
If seeing Usher in person is not an option, bring the best sounds of music into your space for your next hang. This is an investment piece so for situationships, we’d recommend safe-guarding at your own home for shared listening until the relationship declared otherwise. Don’t forget to grab an assortment of accompanying vinyls.
Keeping with the theme of nostalgia, give them a gift that helps turn your best memories together into moments they can hold. This is another investment purchase so it makes a great “shared” gift — you keep the camera, they get the photos.
Sometimes spending some time away together is just the thing you need. Depending on the stage of your situationship, you can propose a trip that allows you both some R&R — this place seems cozy.
Best for warming cold hearts. There is a reason this brand of sweaters can’t manage to stay in stock. Whether you’re often together or apart, slipping into one of these might just remind you both why you put up with one another in the first place.
Keeping to yourselves can have its benefits; including making pasta at home and avoiding the hunt for an impossible reservation. With a cook time under 20 minutes, all you’ll need to add to this sauce is pipe rigate and heavy cream.
Such is the same with every type of lover on lovers day, you can’t go wrong with a nice bouquet. Pair with a special note that tells them how you really feel. These limited edition roses by David Austin are gorgeous.
Editor’s note: With Feb. 14, just around the corner you’ll want to double check shipping times. At the time of writing, all of our picks above will arrive before or by the date. For Amazon products, we suggest signing up for a Prime membership, which gets you two-day shipping and will ensure your loved one receives their gift in time to commemorate cupid’s day.
Looking for more amazing gift ideas? Check out the rest of Rolling Stones’ editor-approved suggestions here.