21 best first Valentine's Day gifts for a new relationship that won't scare them off
Valentine's Day is on the horizon (February 14th, people), but you're in a sparkling, fun-filled new relationship. Far from a bad thing, of course, but the rules of convention would suggest you gift a soppy, romantic Valentine's Day gift for her or him on the most love-filled day of the year. You don't want to appear too ~full on~, though. It'd be a bit much to shower your new girlfriend or boyfriend with teddy bears, heart-shaped boxes of chocolates and bunches of red roses from your local flower delivery company if you've only been dating, say, a month – wouldn't it?
You want something low-key, perhaps marginally funny and something completely and utterly anti-cringe. You want to show them that you have been paying attention to the fact that Kendall Jenner-adored Adidas Sambas are on their to-buy-soon list; that they love the pub or want to flirt with a vegan diet and don't know where to start. But in a cool way, y'know? We've got you. Ahead, a selection of chic, stylish and low-key Valentine's Day gifts for a new relationship according to a GLAMOUR editor who, herself, just got into one.
SELFRIDGES SELECTION Pamper & Relax Diptyque Gift Box, £185, Selfridges
Nothing says “hey, here's a cringe-free, very impressive Valentine's Day gift to show you I care” like a selection of pamper and relaxation goodies direct from the floor of Selfridges' iconic London flagship store. Packaged in an iconic yellow gift box, this gift set contains everything from cashmere socks and Champagne to a scented candle and silk eye mask. It fills the bill perfectly.
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Adidas Samba OG Trainers in Core White Leather Upper with Clear Granite T-Toe, £90, Office
Adidas Sambas have officially been declared ‘cool’ again by fashion's favourite names. Y'know: Kendall Jenner, Bella Hadid and Hailey Bieber (read: the holy trinity). So, if you're after a Valentine's Day gift for your new GF or BF that says “I know what's cool”, make a beeline.
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Great Pub, Great Walk Book, £16.99, Oliver Bonas
Incoming: a cool, low-key gift from the reigning Queens of epic presents (that's you, Oliver Bonas) which encourages the two of you to spend quality, pint-filled time with each other. What better Valentine's Day gift for a new relationship? Inside, 100 different walking routes which have been carefully researched to unite great views and a truly great pub. You can pull the cards out and take them with you on your adventures, and each one provides useful information on the pub itself. Think: its landlord, wines, food and interesting history about the building.
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Two Month Fresh Pasta Dishes E Gift Subscription, £40, Not On The High Street
Got a foodie on your hands? One of the greatest gifts for foodies is, surely, something they can tuck into themselves – enter: this Pasta Evangelists subscription which serves up two months' worth of fresh pasta direct to their door. Ordering is a great thing to do together, and it's not so full-on that you'll have them running for the hills.
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CHARLOTTE TILBURY Pillow Talk Beautifying Face Palette - Medium/Deep, £60, Net-A-Porter
If they're a veteran beauty sleuth, gifting a new beauty launch will never go amiss. Luckily, Charlotte Tilbury – the glow-giving MUA who has made up the likes of Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Amal Clooney – has dropped a beautiful new face palette just in time for Valentine's Day. Part of the iconic Pillow Talk collection, it combines three beautiful, easy-blending powder formulas that will lift her complexion and create a lit-from-within glow.
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KODAK Analogue 35mm Reusable Film Camera, £45, Selfridges
We're big fans of this one: Kodak's pastel-hued Analogue Reusable Film Camera, which shows you care a lot (you're keen to make new memories with them) without being too gushy. They'll be able to ditch their iPhone camera and get back to grips with the real deal, snapping away on your next date day and getting your memories printed. It's available in a plethora of other vibrant colours if lilac isn't really their bag.
THE SCHOOL OF LIFE Connect Prompt Cards Set of 100, £25, Selfridges
Connect and spark conversation with your new partner this Valentine's Day with this set of prompt cards from The School of Life. Housed in a stylish gift box, each one is printed with a phrase or question designed to get you thinking. Things like: “What I really admire about you is…” and "When appreciative friends discuss us, what do you think they might celebrate in us?” So. Cute.
LOEWE HOME SCENTS + Leo Wu Cucumber Medium Scented Candle, £140, Net-A-Porter
Candles are a forever-adored gift for her and him. Of course, the difficulty lies in understanding their scent preferences, but we're pretty confident in saying that, whether they've historically favoured woody, fruity or musky blends, Loewe's Leo Wu Cucumber will be a crowd-pleaser. Formulated in collaboration with Chinese actor Leo Wu, it exudes juicy and refreshing notes of mint and cucumber when lit.
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Round Mini Shoulder Bag, £14.99, Uniqlo
It's not often a single item stops us in our tracks, but the Uniqlo round mini shoulder bag – for which the related hashtag has over 40 million (!) views on TikTok right now – has got us standing to attention. It has a banana-shaped silhouette, zip-top closure and fits so much inside it. Including a book. Yes, really. There's a reason ever member of the fashion set is racing out to get their hands on it.
The Vurger Co. At Home By The Vurger Co., £16.99, Urban Outfitters
Whether they've been a vegan for a decade or they're flirting with the idea of going plant-based for the first time, some new recipe inspiration will never go amiss. This Vurger Co. cookbook contains 80 epic recipes using easy-to-buy ingredients – spanning from comfort meals to snacks and dinner party showstoppers. Find more of the best vegan cookbooks here.
Long Weekend Cream Santa Fe Camera Bag, £60, Urban Outfitters
If you've got a couple of weekend breaks on the horizon, to one of the best hotels in the Cotswolds or similar, you're probably keen to snap some new memories. This durable nylon camera bag is weather resistant and with plenty of room for weekend adventure essentials. There's a crossbody shoulder strap and a side pocket for easy access.
Head Chef Sous Chef Blue Ceramic Mugs Set of Two, £28, Oliver Bonas
Cement your roles in the kitchen with this duo of ceramic mugs from Oliver Bonas. Arguments over who has the upper hand, no more.
SLIP The Icons Edit Set, £142, Net-A-Porter
Slip's “The Icons Edit” combines exactly that: three beauty-boosting icons of the sleep world to elevate the quality of their sleep. Each product, from the sleep mask to the scrunchies, is made from the brand's signature, high-grade Mulberry silk Slipsilk™.
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Jo Malone The Roses Cologne Trio, £246, Jo Malone
By the hard-to-buy for, this Jo Malone perfume gift set will be endlessly appreciated. With each scent celebrating the delicate rose, they'll be able to scent their skin with the brand's Special-Edition Red Roses Cologne, Rose Blush Cologne and Rose Water & Vanilla Cologne.
Valentine's Embroidered Napkins, £26, Not Another Bill
They love to host, they love a little bit of cringe (but not too much), and their date night dinners always blow your Gousto dine-in-for-two concoctions out of the water. These embroidered napkins will go down a treat, elevating their tablescaping game to new heights and injecting a little extra romance into dinnertime. They're crafted from 100% linen and make a truly thoughtful first Valentine's Day gift.
BY FAR Daydream of Someone I Knew Set, £180, Selfridges
BY FAR have teamed their dream-like floral eau de parfum, Daydream of Someone I Knew – which blends notes of jasmine with powdery rose – with a refillable charm that enables her to transport her new signature scent to wherever her adventures take her. A low-key – if rather expensive – first Valentine's Day gift for the scent lover in your life.
Fortnum's Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Andre Brunel, £32.50, Fortnum & Mason
Sometimes, the most simple gifts are the most appreciated; that will most certainly be the case if you treat them to a bottle of Fortnum's Châteauneuf-du-Pape on your first Valentine's Day together. Produced by André Brunel on the classic stony soil of Châteauneuf du Pape, it's a blend of 70% Grenache, 15% Mourvedre, and 15% Syrah grapes. The wine has been aged in oak for 18 months before being bottled, and thanks to the heat of the South of France, it's rich a full bodied.
Seychelles Home Scenting Set, £65, The White Company
Alongside The White Company's beloved Pomegranate scent, Seychelles is one of the brand's bestsellers across their home fragrancing range. It appeals to everyone thanks to its creamy, coconut-ty undertones and ability to make you feel as though you're on holiday, which is exactly why you snap it up ASAP when its candle gift set is in stock.
Ready To Drink Pimentae Tommy's Chilli Margarita Pre-Made Cocktail, £31, Selfridges
Adding a little extra zing and spice to the classic tipple, this bottle of pre-mixed chilli margarita strikes the perfect balance between sweet and spicy - and requires no prior bartending experience to get your a little tiddly.
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Velvetiser Hot Chocolate Maker, £99.95, Hotel Chocolat
There is nothing better than hunkering down with a cup of hot cocoa on a cold winter's night. Stat. If you've got a Valentine with a sweet tooth on your to-buy-for list this February, make a beeline for Hotel Chocolat's bestselling Velvetiser hot chocolate maker, which is practically guaranteed to become a stalwart staple in their kitchen.
Matilda Goad & Co. Scalloped Cushion, £48, Anthropologie
Elevate their home decor game this Valentine's Day with this scalloped pillow, designed by Matilda Goad & Co. in collaboration with Anthropologie. It adds a playful and romantic touch to any interior scheme – as is characteristic of the British countryside brand.
