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Avoid Last Minute Shopping With These Perfect Valentine's Day Gifts

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Although it probably seems as if you were just shopping for Christmas gifts, it’s time to start thinking about another occasion: Valentine’s Day.

February 14th will be here before you know it. Instead of waiting to the last possible second to pick up a teddy bear or chocolate, why not put a little extra thought into the present and surprise your significant other will something they’d really like? (Though there’s nothing wrong with chocolate, so feel free to throw some of that in, too.)

From an elegant kitchen set for the chef in your life and a pair of headphones with amazing sound quality to a beauty enthusiast’s dream self care set and a conversation-starting whiskey decanter, check out 15 Valentine’s Day gifts guaranteed to put a smile on your other half’s face.

VicTsing Essential Oil Diffuser

Diffusers are everywhere right now, and this one from VicTsing does a lot more than just disperse oils throughout the room. It also can add moisture to any space and acts as a nightlight with seven different color settings.

Price: $19.99

VicTsing Essential Oil Diffuser

LA JOLIE MUSE Scented Candle Gift Set

If you’ve only recently started seeing someone or are purchasing a present for a family member, candles are a great option. This set comes with four scents, each of which are meant to represent one of the four seasons. In addition to the beautiful packaging, the candles are also made without chemical additives or dyes

Price: $19.99

LA JOLIE MUSE Scented Candle Gift Set

Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones

With amazing sound quality, up to 40 hours of batter life, comfortable ear cups, and more than 10 different color and finish options, Beats would be a special gift for any music lover.

Price: $299.95

Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones

Whiskey Globe Decanter

A handblown decanter adds a classic, yet unique, touch to your home bar. Grab your partner’s favorite bottle of whiskey and you’re set.

Price: $38.95

Whiskey Globe Decanter

Umbra Jewelry Organizer

Umbra’s jewelry organizer lets you customize how you want to display your valuables. You can separate the box into two bowls and a silver tray, or keep the bowls stacked together with the little tray on top.

Price: $30

Umbra Jewelry Organizer

Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Instant Camera

This is one present you’ll want to immediately unwrap and use to capture your Valentine’s Day memories.

Price: $48.99

Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Instant Camera

Chef's Star Professional Grade Pots & Pans Set

Perfect for the chef in your life, this elegant kitchen set comes complete with two frying pans, a pot, a wok and five different utensils.

Price: $59.99

Chef's Star Professional Grade Pots & Pans Set

Rivet Faux Fur Throw Blanket

There’s no such thing as too many soft blankets. When you’re not cozying up underneath, it’ll make for a chic throw.

Price: $69.99

Rivet Faux Fur Throw Blanket

LifeAround2Angels Bath Bombs Gift Set

With 12 different scents like mango papaya and black raspberry vanilla, this handcrafted bath bombs kit will bring some much-needed zen to whatever tub the natural products are thrown into.

Price: $26.80

LifeAround2Angels Bath Bombs Gift Set

Secura Automatic Milk Frother

Secura’s milk brother allows you make lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos and more in the comfort of your home.

Price: $37.98

Secura Automatic Milk Frother

Rose Quartz Jade Roller/Gua Sha Set

Know a beauty enthusiast who is all about self-care? This kit comes with a rose quartz jade roller, Gua Sha and a bonus masking brush.

Price: $21.99

Rose Quartz Jade Roller/Gua Sha Set

The Big Activity Book for Couples

Filled with puzzles, fun activities and quizzes, this book will keep you entertained for hours. No need to fight over what to watch on Netflix.

Price: $10.23

The Big Activity Book for Couples

The Art of Shaving Mid-Size Kit

Art of Shaving’s kit comes with everything the brand believes is needed for the “perfect shave.” This includes a pre-shave oil, shaving cream with a brush to apply it, and an after-shave balm. All you need is your favorite razor.

Price: $60

The Art of Shaving Mid-Size Kit

Kate Spade New York Holland Watch

Designed with a stylish leather band, gold-plated case and heart detail, Kate Spade’s Holland watch makes for a delicate addition to any wardrobe.

Price: $195

Kate Spade New York Holland Watch

Echo Spot

Like Amazon’s other Alexa devices, the Echo Spot can tell you the news and weather, play music and turn on/off your smart products. But what makes this product different from say, the Echo Dot, is its mini video screen. In addition to seeing the news, weather, etc., you can make video calls, take a look at who’s at your front door with your smart cameras, peek at your calendar, and so much more.

Price: $129.99

Echo Spot

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