33 Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Gifts in 2023 That Don’t Suck
Valentine’s Day is getting close. Luckily for you, we’ve read your mind and found a ton of the best last-minute Valentine’s Day gifts that your partner/parent/child/Tinder-date-for-whom-it’s-probably-too-early-to-get-a-gift will actually like. Now, some of these things aren’t exactly groundbreaking—the ship has sailed on that seven-week-lead-time hand-blown glass bowl. But the good news is that you can order your Valentine’s Day gifts the same way you ordered your toilet paper in 2020, using two-day Amazon Prime shipping or other retailers’ “Pick Up in Store” feature. From subscription boxes to direct-to-consumer florals, there are also plenty of savvy startups to save the day as well.
These last-minute Valentine’s day gift ideas might not be the most romantic way to do your shopping, but let’s face it, neither is a February 13 candy-and-card run to the grocery store at 11 p.m. Here, a variety of ways to knock it out of the park, even though you haven’t so much as taken a swing up until this point. May you reach home base in a blaze of efficient glory. Here, some of our favorite last-minute Valentine’s day gifts.
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Parachute waffle robe
The sexiest thing to give someone, other than a toothbrush or a key to your place, is their very own nearly naked coverup to store at your place.
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Mejuri slim rectangular signet ring
Only thing sweeter than a stand-alone signet? Free expedited shipping over $75.
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Brooklinen weighted blanket
Almost like the feel of someone lying on top of you is one way to sell it to them.
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We’re Not Really Stangers board game
The category is: date night shenanigans. The price: just right.
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Todd Snyder French chore coat
Todd Snyder will rush orders within three business days, but the clock’s ticking to score him something aggressively nice like this chore coat.
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KitchenAid professional 5-quart stand mixer
One red-hot baking assistant, comin’ right up.
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J.Crew cotton wool camp collar shirt
Toss it in the cart and say a prayer, or show up in-person for a trip to the mall.
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Bearaby Cuddler body pillow and pillow cover
Send ’em something nice to cuddle up to when you’re not around.
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Maude vibe + shine gift set
Hot tip: Sephora sells a whole lot more than just beauty products, and has a reliably fast shipping policy. There’s still time for a high-vibrational massager or candle to show up for date night.
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Alessi Biglove icecream spoons
This, two-day shipping, plus a pint of their favorite frozen dessert to share? Absolute heaven.
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Her Place Maria ribbon
Express shipping options are avail at Her Place, a brand that specializes in vibe-y hair ribbons that double as bondage ties.
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Mizuki 14-karat gold pearl bracelet
In Net-a-Porter’s unimpeachable shipping and delivery we trust.
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GQ Box winter box 2022
Our editor-curated box of excellent swag includes some A-one winter essentials—and a direct hit to their heart with Cupid’s arrow.
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UrbanStems The Finesse
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Tom Ford Lost Cherry eau de parfum
Make every day Valentine’s Day with this “full-bodied journey into the once-forbidden.”
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Apple AirPods Pro
One earbud each.
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Nintendo eShop gift card
Secure them just enough credits to buy you both a rousing night of fun and games.
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L.A. Burdick chocolate mice gift set (set of 9)
Best suited for someone who’s not traumatized by pest issues past and present.
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Airbnb gift card
So the real planner in the relationship can secure you an Aspen getaway or book a remote beach house by the time Summer Fridays roll around.
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Bon Appetit annual subscription
For the person whose love language is food.
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Kiehl’s micro-dose anti-aging retinol serum
Take this opportunity to introduce your partner to the third party in any healthy relationship: retinol.
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Horti plant subscription
Add some greenery, in monthly installments, to their barebones apartment.
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Polaroid Now instant camera
Here’s how to make your 9,786th dinner at home one to remember.
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Getaway House gift card
Chip in some money to your next cabin stay with a gift card, or go ahead and secure the reservation right now while the site is offering 20% off all two-night stays with the code “LOVE2023.”
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Theragun mini percussive therapy device
Let them know they’ve been booked for an at-home massage, and let this little guy do all the work.
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Duff Goldman Cakes red velvet heart cake
From gourmet cakes to spicy wings, Goldbelly will help you satisfy any craving and support a mom-and-pop food maker in the process.
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Richer Poorer long-sleeve pocket tee
Turns out his favorite T-shirt is also your turn on.
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Allure Beauty Box 3-month subscription
For $69, our friends at Allure will hook her up with three-months worth of skincare and makeup goods.
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Ugg men’s mini winter boots
It’s time to buy your man some mini boots.
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Miansai Figaro chain necklace
One of our favorite chain necklaces.
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Parcelle Wine Drop subscription (3 bottles)
The only wine subscription that will please wine novices and oenophiles alike.
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Sonos One SL
The cornerstone of the best multi-room wireless speaker system will render your “Songs for Evening Activities” playlist in all its sultry glory.
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Criterion Channel annual subscription
The Criterion Channel gives you instant access to classic movies from the minds of influential directors like Kurosawa and Godard. Look forward to whoever gets this donning a beret and pontificating about mise-en-scène.
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