Last Minute Valentine's Day Gifts (In Case You Forgot It Was Soon)

Valentine’s Day is creeping up quickly (it’s only days away!), so if you’ve left your V-Day shopping a little late, we’re here to help. Instead of panic-buying chocolates for your special someone, you can still put some thought into your gift despite the time crunch.

Below, we’ve listed a few ideas you can action today so come the day of celebrating love, you have a thoughtful present to gift to your person.

Support an independent florist

You can’t go wrong with flowers for Valentine’s Day. If you’ve decided to send a bunch of blooms to someone special in your life, why not try supporting a local independent florist in your area? There are so many wonderful boutique florists around Australia, you’ll just have to do a little digging to find ones near you.

For those in Melbourne, consider checking out sustainable florist Lilac and The Cat or social enterprise The Beautiful Bunch. There are also several options for Sydneysiders, including Little Flowers, Buds & Bowers and Merchant & Green. Brisbane residents can look to florists like Poppy Rose or Poco Posy.

Buy beauty with same-day delivery

Picking up a fragrance, a candle or anything beauty-related will surely be a hit with your Valentine. But, chances are you’ve missed the delivery cut-off for many stores given the big day is this Wednesday. Thankfully, The Iconic offers same-day delivery on many of its products and stocks several beauty brands including Versace, Moschino, The Ordinary and Dyson.

For fragrance lovers, look no further than the Smoking Rose Perfume Oil ($60) by AYU. There are also several gift packs you can shop, including this Aesop Majestic Melodies Gift Set ($143).

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Think outside the (chocolate) box

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be filled with roses and chocolate — although those two things are lovely — often, the smaller, more thoughtful gifts are the ones that are appreciated and remembered. Does your Valentine have a favourite cafe they frequent every day? Consider buying them a week’s worth of coffee. Create a handmade “gift card” to their favourite restaurant, plan a picnic for just the two of you or plan an afternoon filled with their favourite activities.

A great gift you can give is… one for you too. With a boxy fit, this Classic Coke Logo Tee ($129), a collab with Coca-Cola and Some Very Special, suits anyone. It’s made from 100% cotton and has an over-dye fade effect.

Snap up a bundle of gifts from your local chemist

Nothing says “I care about you”, more than a bundle of gifts. But if you’re thinking about how to achieve the perfect set of prezzies for your loved one without breaking the bank. Here are a few options to get your hands on for under $50: