Valentine’s Day is just one week away, so it’s high time to get your gift-giving game face on. If finding a thoughtful present for your valentine that’s within your budget may seem like a challenge, that’s where I — your friendly neighborhood deals editor — come in. I’ve scoured the internet to find Valentine’s Day gifts on sale that only look expensive and will still arrive before Wednesday, February 14. I tried to keep most things under $100, but we have more in-depth coverage for the best gifts under $50 and under $25 if you want even more wallet-friendly options. And you can find all of our Valentine’s Day gift guides here.
A stack of this statusy chocolate is more appealing (and tasty) than a heart-shaped box from Duane Reade.
Chef-approved truffles for your sweetie with a megasweet tooth.
I gifted this foot roller to my boyfriend last year — though it’s really been a gift for me as well.
For something more advanced, our best overall foot massager is the ultimate de-stressing tool (and means you don’t have to give anymore foot rubs yourself).
Keep the pampering going with these classic scuff slippers.
A sleeker option if they work from home and prefer to look polished.
For the always-chilly valentine, here’s a patterned scarf that’s made of the same supersoft alpaca wool blend as our favorite lightweight sweater.
Nothing says “luxurious” like an all-cashmere scarf.
This is a little on the nose, but if you order it now, she can wear it on your date night.
This wristlet will last longer than a bouquet of roses.
These stylish glasses might inspire a cocktail-testing date night.
Skip the bouquet and gift them this Boy Smells candle.
Or, if you want to be a bit more literal, here are some flowers that will never wilt.
A handsome all-wool sweater they can wear on your next dinner date.
So you can hold hands even in sub-freezing temps.
For less than the price of a gift card to a spa, you can impress your girl with your knowledge of trending skin-care devices.
An actually attractive belt bag for the wife who hits hot yoga three times a week. Pack it with her favorite candy for bonus romance points.
If their current wallet is ripping at the seams, gift them this sleek option from Fossil that only looks expensive.
A cuddly throw (that comes in five colors) that you can snuggle under while you watch Netflix.
Bundle them up with this cashmere-and-wool-blend scarf.
Earn bonus love points by delivering jewelry in a heart-shaped trinket jar.
Restock their instant-film supply so you can take even more cute couple pics.
If her apartment lacks natural light, this adorable makeup mirror is only $10.
Gifting tea lovers another box of Earl Grey is boring. But they’ll appreciate this transparent teapot that’s great for admiring their brew while it steeps, especially when paired with blooming flower tea.
Get them our favorite inexpensive milk frother so they can really practice their barista skills (hopefully on you, of course).
Appease candy-hungry kids on your gifting list with this megapack of pocket-size Squishmallows.
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