Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

There are so many Valentine’s gift options beyond flowers and chocolate. This year, do better. It doesn’t have to be difficult – I’ve done the legwork for you with my annual Valentine’s Day Gift Guide! I’ve tested each product personally and can 100% vouch for them. Many have an eco-friendly or natural ingredient spin so you can feel about supporting the company behind them.

Read on for the gift guide!

1. Jiggy Puzzles 1000 Piece Boob Puzzle:  This boob puzzle from female-founded Jiggy is hilarious and whimsical. If you’re getting friends together for Galentine’s Day, this would be such a fun activity! The finished puzzle is meant to be framed after assembly and even includes glue.
2. Rosie Bold Daisy Stud Earrings and Scrunchie Set: Treat your littlest Valentine to something sweet from Rosie Bold. The earrings are hypoallergenic and made with stainless steel, not nickel. I also love that the studs come with two options – standard metal plus rubber silicone, as well as a clip-on option. Rosie Bold products are made with love locally here in San Francisco.
3. Northern Nail Polish Sweetheart Glitter Topcoat – Ensure her Valentine’s manicure will be tip-top this year. Northern Nail Polish makes 100% toxin-free, cruelty-free, vegan nail polish that lasts! It’s handmade in Michigan and comes in so many colors. I want them all! Also, check out their nourishing cuticle oils, nail art kits, and natural nail polish remover.
4. Love Is Project Darjeeling Bracelet: This colorful bracelet is more than just a pretty piece of jewelry. The #LoveIsProject uses a “pay it forward” model to support female artisans all over the world including Kenya, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Guatemala. A portion of the profits is donated to Access Development, a non-profit in India that helps fund women entrepreneurs. Get 10% off your purchase if you sign up for their email list.
5. Made In Block: This amazing wood slab makes a great cutting board, or flip it over and it’s a cheese board! It’s made in Wisconsin from locally sourced and repurposed American maple wood. You’ll appreciate how solid it is as soon as you pick it up. It’s built to last and won’t dull knife blades as quickly as other surfaces. The wood is naturally antimicrobial and has pocket handles for easy transport. Tip: Get 10% off if you sign up for their email list.
6. Mizuba Matcha x Heart of Gold Yuzu Whipped Shea Butter: Everyone deserves a little pampering on Valentine’s Day! This whipped shea body butter will nourish dry skin and make your special someone forget it’s still winter. Packaged in glass jars, the butter is made by hand and is cruelty-free.
7. Jack & Mary Designs Upcycled Bun Warmer Skirts: Every Jack & Mary skirt is made from upcycled sweaters making them one of a kind. This keeps unwanted clothing out of landfills and from ruining the economy of developing countries. All products are handmade in Maine with environmentally-friendly practices.
8. TrendHim Dark Blue Floral Bowtie: Trendhim has a huge variety of bowties in fun prints and colors. I got a floral one for Pat and can’t wait for him to wear it to our next special occasion. Bowties are a fun fashion statement – and not just for senior citizens anymore.
9. Big Heart Tea Company Valentine’s Day Gift Set: Valentine’s day isn’t just for significant others! Anyone will love a box of tea from Big Heart Tea Company, from coworkers to gal pals. The set includes three tea boxes – Cup of Love (rose), Blushing (hibiscus), and Royal Treatmint (lavender mint). Teabags are 100% compostable (yay!) and packed in recyclable packaging. The company is women-owned and operated.
10. Bumblebee Linens Hankies: An affordable and thoughtful gift that also doubles as a cocktail napkin. Bumblebee Linens also offers custom hankies which are great as a wedding present or to commemorate a special occasion. 
11. Alana Athletica Classic Leggings – The five-star reviews say it all. These leggings are impeccably made, super flattering and so comfortable! I love the high waist and soft fabric. Every purchase from Alana helps impact the lives of women in Sri Lanka who have survived abuse. Each legging purchase helps employ and prevent hunger for up to 4 women. Over 700 women have received employment opportunities so far.
12. Love Your Bling Pink Crystal Cocktail Ring: I adore this statement ring from Love Your Bling. Costume jewelry is my favorite because you can always switch up your look. The adjustable band fits all sizes, so there’s no trying to guess her ring size.
13. House of Marley Wireless Turntable: A beautifully made turntable that is also sustainably designed and made with bamboo and fabric from recycled plastic bottles, organic cotton and reclaimed hemp. Not only does it look great, but it also sounds great when paired with a high-quality set of speakers. It’s the perfect combination of retro and high-tech.
14. Casery Agate Cell Phone Case: Fact – I drop my iPhone at least daily. Thank goodness for my Casery phone case. Each case passes a military-grade drop test while still being ultra-slim. The matte finish looks awesome while helping to prevent scratches and fingerprints. They are also wireless charging compatible.
15. McCrea’s Candies Valentine’s Day Chocolate Indulgence Box: These delicious caramels include only butter, sugar, cream, and real food flavorings such as fresh ginger, organic, fair-trade coffee, and sprigs of rosemary. The caramels are gluten-, nut-, and soy-free. McCreas also thinks about the environment – their packaging is all made in the US – and is reusable, recyclable and biodegradable and printed with soy inks. All caramels are wrapped in biodegradable cellophane, meaning you can indulge guilt-free.
16. Mod Cabin Shaving Set: Beards deserve love too! This shaving set includes everything he needs to banish razor burn and leave skin hydrated and smooth. Products are made with all-natural and organic ingredients and scented with essential oils – not synthetic fragrance.
17. Coolibar Gisele Ruched Pants: Coolibar clothing is UPF 50+ meaning it blocks 98% of UVA/UVB rays. If there’s a sun-worshipper in your life this will offer them protection and keep them cooler than they would with bare skin. It’s high tech but also looks great. Coolibar has everything from scarves to dresses, and men’s clothing as well.
18. Travis Touch Go Pocket Translator: Technology is amazing. This little handheld device translates more than 100 languages with the touch of a button. It’s free with a wifi connection or you can purchase a service plan, which then doubles as a wifi hotspot when you travel. It’s great for the world-traveler in your life.
19. Colette Paperie Valentine’s Day Cards: Quirky and hilarious Valentine’s cards that range from friendly to romantic. Items are handmade and professionally printed on eco-friendly paper. Sign up for their email list and get 20% off plus free downloadable Valentine designs.
20. Brüush Electric Toothbrush: A convenient and top-of-the-line electric toothbrush that uses sonic technology to kill plaque and keep gums healthy. The battery lasts for 4-weeks and their subscription service makes having fresh brush heads easy. They also look awesome, especially the new pink one. Brüush partners with A Reason to Smile to donate a toothbrush and toothpaste for every toothbrush purchased.
21. Final Straw – A reusable, collapsable straw that’s perfectly portable, easy to clean, and built to last. The case is made from post-consumer recycled plastic and the straw is stainless steel. Don’t be one of the 500 million straws used every day. Buy four, get 1 free so you can give one to everyone on your list.
22. Proclamation Goods Dutch Duo: I always love cooking-related gifts as it’s something that you can do together – truly a gift that keeps on giving! Proclamation Goods has a new line of cookware that is both beautiful and functional – especially if your Valentine is cooking in a small kitchen. The dutch duo looks great and it’s super practical with a nesting design. The pans are oven and dishwasher safe, compatible with induction stovetops and lighter than cast iron. They are also made in the United States. The set is currently 20% off, so act now!
23. Bees Knees British Imports Giant Teacup: I have an entire cabinet of teacups, but this is my favorite! It’s more of a mug in teacup shape, which is amazing! It’s equal parts delicate and sturdy and has five beautiful floral designs available.
24. Ekster Parliament Wallet with RFID Blocking: A beautiful slim leather wallet with an aluminum RFID blocker around the cards that prevents fraudsters from swiping your credit card data in crowded areas. Scary right? The wallet also has an additional tracker option so you’ll never lose your wallet again. Randomly, the tracker also helps you take remote group selfies which is pretty fun. The tracker is solar-powered and three hours of sunlight gives 2-3 months of power. Get 20% off with code ‘VDAY20’.
25. Melixir Vegan Lip Balm Trio: Plant-based, petroleum-free, and cruelty-free lip balm that is so nourishing for dry winter lips – all the better to make them more kissable! Their direct-to-consumer model also helps keep prices low.

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