Perfect Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for Your Girlfriend

Wondering what to get your girlfriend (or wife, or partner, or crush) for Valentine's Day? We're here to help.

Gift-giving is super personal, but some items are universal crowd-pleasers. It's all about getting your person something they like and will actually use, but wouldn't necessarily buy themselves.

If you're stuck on what to buy, don't panic. We've got you covered with thoughtful gift ideas and fool-proof presents almost anyone would appreciate.

Valentine's Day gifts for your girlfriend

Classic Valentine's Day gifts include flowers, jewelry, lingerie, chocolate, and handwritten love letters. And while there's certainly nothing wrong with the classics, you might consider making the gift more personal or otherwise memorable.

Is your significant other into sentimental or traditional things? Or do they brush off Valentine's Day as a cheesy "Hallmark Holiday"? There are no wrong answers here — we're just asking to help get your wheels turning about what your partner will actually like as a Valentine’s gift.

Luxury Valentine's Day gifts for her

Yeah, yeah, “it's the thought that counts,” and can potentially earn you major boyfriend points on Valentine's Day and beyond (you're welcome). A luxury item can make a lasting impression while making her feel special.

High-quality intimates she'll actually wear

A fool-proof luxury gift idea? High-quality intimates. Getting your partner underwear and bras she can wear every day and feel confident in will make her feel seen.

If you ask us, superiority doesn't have to be complicated, and you don't have to compromise comfort in the name of lingerie. Negative Underwear is all about uncomplicated luxury essentials, allowing women to wear less better and feel confident, whether they're only wearing underwear or dressed to the nines.

When shopping our classic bras and underwear, consider the many different bra styles and different underwear styles available before making your choice, along with proper sizing. Beyond bras and underwear, we have women’s robes, loungewear, sleepwear, and matching sets.

Think about buying your girlfriend something she wouldn't necessarily splurge on for herself, like a designer wallet, a leather crossbody bag, a tennis bracelet, sunglasses, or a smartwatch. These are thoughtful gifts she could use every day but are possibly a little more elevated than what she currently has.

Valentine's Day gift ideas she actually wants

When it comes to buying Valentine's gifts, the best options are thoughtful gifts they may not be specifically asking for. (That said, if you're in a relationship where gift requests come in the form of lists or Pinterest boards, by all means, go for it. But why not throw a little surprise in too?)

Cozy gift ideas

Valentine's Day is a winter holiday. If you live in a colder climate, a cozy gift might be a hit. Think comfy women’s sleep separates, loungewear outfits, warm slippers, a fuzzy blanket, a plush bathrobe, or cold-weather accessories, like a knit beanie, leather gloves, or a cashmere scarf. 

Consider getting her a cashmere sweater, lounge set, or socks. Come prepared with tips on how to care for cashmere to keep this cozy gift in shape long after she receives it. 

And for those living in warmer climates, you can’t go wrong with our silky pajama sets or elegant silk slip dress. 

Self-care gift ideas

Have you considered a self-care gift for your loved one? This could be a gift certificate for a massage, pedicure, manicure, facial, or another spa service.

Or you might pair a scented candle or essential oils and luxury bath products with some of the cozy products mentioned above, like silk sleepwear, a robe, or fuzzy socks.

Unique and creative gift ideas

If you want to get your person something a bit more out-of-the-box so she doesn't assume you pulled the gift from a list you found on the internet (even if you did), we've got some more personalized gift ideas to consider.

You could do an adventure experience, like skydiving or ziplining. But we don't recommend surprising her with this the day-of — give her some time to mentally prepare or even back out of the experience if she's not into it. If she's not an adventurer, you could set up a professional couple's photo session.

Another gift idea is personalized artwork with photos of the two of you or something more subtle, like a meaningful quote or date. Or create a memory book with things like pictures, ticket stubs, notes, printed screenshots of cute text messages, and other little items that tell the story of your relationship.

Last-minute Valentine's Day gifts

Oops! You just realized Valentine's Day is a couple of days away, and it's too late to order a nice gift online. Don't worry — you're not in trouble (yet).

You can always head to a brick-and-mortar store (yep, those still exist) to pick up a gift. You also might still be able to schedule a delivery of her favorite flowers from a local florist. If not, go pick up a bouquet in person.

You always have the option to give a gift card, whether sent digitally or picked up from a local store. To make it feel sincere, pair the gift card with a handwritten card or love note. Trust us, this is WAY better option than being that person that gifts a printout order confirmation because you were last minute.

Make it personal…

When in doubt, choose something that feels personal. You know your partner best — is it something she'd enjoy using? If you're unsure, go back to the drawing board.

Avoid the gifting faux pas of giving her something you think she needs (even if she does) that's just undesirable. For example, a printer so she doesn't have to run to the copy store or a phone charger because her current one is too short to use in bed. In other words, don't end up on a Buzzfeed list or Reddit thread discussing clueless gifts men have given.

In the end, pick a gift that reflects your relationship or makes your girlfriend feel seen — or both!

If you're still feeling lost, start your search for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift with luxury intimates from Negative Underwear. Prioritizing function and utility, our minimalist, anti-uncomfortable bras for women and underwear feel better than being naked. And yes, she'll look good in them too.