The Ultimate Gifts for a Stay-at-Home Valentine's Day
If pulling out all the stops on Valentine’s Day once meant booking a hard-to-get dinner reservation or slipping away for a staycation in a luxury hotel, then things are about to become far trickier. For most of us, the pressure is on this year to create a certain ambiance from the well-worn walls of our homes. The good news? With the help of expert lighting, luxury sheets, and a fragrance that’s enhanced with body heat, bringing sexy back has never been easier.
For those aiming to celebrate loved ones with a little less spice, even the usual gifts — flowers, jewelry, and PJs — get a 2021 twist. Think: bling to ward off bad juju and bouquets that last for a year’s time. No matter how you do Valentine’s Day, find our best picks to one-up Netflix and chill.
You may not be going out tonight, but when that day finally comes, make sure your partner is prepared with the perfect accessory. This eye-catching take-everywhere bag from Coach Outlet is perfect for a future date night or even just a casual grocery run. You can snag this buttery soft, leather purse at a deep discount right now (we’re talking 70% off!), plus score free shipping sitewide with code FREESHIP. Need a little further incentive? Coach Outlet is offering 1-6% Honey Gold (terms apply).
SHOP: Dreamer Shoulder Bag, $148.50 available at Coach Outlet
Part sexy (thanks to a plunging cut in black lace), part practical (reviewers can’t shut up about how comfortable it wears), this bralette strikes the right balance for lingerie to give mid-pandemic. SHOP: Maidenform Pure Comfort Lace & Mesh Longline Wireless Bralette, $19.99, available at Macy’s
This long-lasting white floral and musk scent is warm, bright, and — get this — made to intensify with body heat.
SHOP: Yves Saint Laurent Libre Eau De Parfum, $80, available at JCPenney
A pure silk camisole and tap short cut on the bias will never go out of style, making this lounge and sleepwear set the perfect gift for minimalists with high standards.
SHOP: Olivia Von Halle Bella silk-satin pajama set, $310, available at Net-a-Porter
There may be no more romantic gift than protection from bad juju that blings. Enter this Swarovski crystal evil eye ring set in rose gold and good vibes.
SHOP: Swarovski Rose Gold-Tone Crystal Evil Eye Ring, $89, available at Macy’s
Why give bouquets that last three days when you can give more than a dozen roses that will maintain their sweet fragrance and shape for months to come?
SHOP: Infinity Roses Square Box of 16 Pink Real Roses Preserved to Last Over a Year, $199.95, available at Macy’s
Made with 90% cotton and 10% silk, this sheet brings the luxury of an exclusive resort home.
SHOP: Donna Karan Collection Silk Indulgence Queen Flat Sheet, $125, available at Macy’s
Think nearly a year of lockdown has shown you everything there is to know about your partner? This card game — which poses questions like, “What’s one dream that you’ve tucked away for the moment?” — will reveal there’s more to uncover.
SHOP: Our Moments Couples: Conversation Card Game for Couples, $18.95, available at Walmart
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This modern update on a heart-shaped necklace is both sweet and edgy, thanks to a spike of diamonds that line the perimeter.
SHOP: The Last LinePetite Diamond and Carnelian Heart Twist Necklace, $595, available at The Last Line
Elevate his hoodie game exponentially with this soft, but smart, cashmere version.
SHOP: Naked Cashmere Hoodie, $395, available at NakedCashmere
A not too flowery candle that will tickle his, hers, and/or their senses, is housed in a cool concrete vessel and doubles as drippable massage oil when burned is just the thing to turn a sweet-smelling night into a sexy one.
SHOP: Dedcool Massage Candle 01 Taunt, $55, available at Dedcool
If your partner has lapsed on his or her New Year’s resolution, give the tools needed to get back on track with this pod-based blender that whips up immunity-blend smoothies, macha, and custom blend supplements based on personal lab results and goals.
SHOP: Vejo Your Morning Ritual Starter Kit, $159, available at Vejo
If you told us a year ago that wearing cashmere sweatpants would feel as luxe as donning a little black dress, we would have laughed. But as it turns out, stepping up one’s lounge (okay, fine, work from home) game with these buttery cashmere joggers is peak luxury for pandemic dressing.
SHOP: M.M.LaFleur The Keely Jogger, $225, available at M.M. LaFleur
Mutha, the Malibu-based beauty brand known for its luxurious skin care, has teamed up with the maker of the most cushy silk sleeping masks, Silk, in this boxed set that features a quick-absorbing eye cream (made with pearl powder, coffee seed to reduce dark circles and puffiness) and a custom sleep mask that will have your loved one waking up, ready to see the world with fresh eyes.
SHOP: Mutha Up All Night Eye Cream Slip Sleep Mask Set, $110, available at Mutha