The Best Valentine’s Day Gifts Under $25

Anthropologie is always the best place to shop on Valentine’s Day hands down. This espresso cup and matching saucer come in the brand’s bestselling bistro tile print, this time in a pink and red motif. We can get behind anything that’ll make at-home coffee feel more exciting. Just make sure to tell them to hand-wash it. ($20, Anthropologie)

His wallet might be on its last legs, yet he has no plans to do anything about it. Our editor is eyeing this minimalist option for her fiancé because it has a built-in AirTag holder (he’s prone to misplacing his wallet). It also has eight slots for cards, room for cash, and RFID protection. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

These black gel pens have an adorable heart detailing at the top. You can pick from countless color options, and thanks to the .5 mm tip, they’ll write smoothly. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

It’s time for us to put you onto Galison puzzles. The pieces are durable and satisfying to place, and they always come in designs we want to frame afterwards. This new release is covered in floral teacups with gold foil accents. Give them the gift of screen-free time. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

If they’re an EmHen stan and don’t know what to read while they wait for her next release, might we suggest How to End a Love Story by Yulin Kuang? The plot unfolds between past and present when two former high school classmates end up working in the same writer’s room for a teen drama years later. Trope-wise: think of it as enemies-to-lovers meets SNL. But don’t take this romantic comedy at face value. Kuang is the screenwriter adapting Emily Henry’s cult-favorite novels into movies, and her chops show here with thought-provoking prose about how our past selves evolve over time. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

These T-shirts from Quince come in eight stylish colors that’ll even make sweats look more put-together. So if his go-to tees have worn logos, grab him one of these. They’re made of 100% pima cotton with a soft feel. ($19, Quince)

Need something for your work wife but don’t want to spend a ton? Go for these botanical-infused sugar cubes. You can use them during your midday coffee catch-ups in the office kitchen. ($20, Uncommon Goods)

For any of the kids in your life, this custom nameplate will be sure to make them smile. You can personalize it by adding their name and writing a matching note about why you love them. You can give it to them as is or use it as a Valentine’s Day basket stuffer. ($15.20, CrowhurstCustoms via Etsy)

It wouldn’t be a gift guide without some bookish options. This corner leather bookmark is embossed in a gold foil “I heart you.” It’s a noteworthy way to add some sentiment into their comfort hobby. Add a gift card to their local bookstore while you’re at it. ($13.34, Sbristudio via Etsy)

Bring back giving people keychains as gifts. This enamel one from Rifle Paper Co. is an ideal way for them to never lose their keys in their bag. Not to mention, it’s quite literally designed like a valentine. ($18, Rifle Paper Co.)

We all know how important it is to take off your makeup at the end of the night — it can help prevent breakouts, clogged pores, and more. The best (and easiest) way to go about it is with this pro makeup-removing cloth. It works like a charm on all makeup types (even waterproof mascara and eyeliner), and only requires the use of a little warm water and some circular motions to magically erase. This set comes with one for every day of the week and a laundry bag. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

We’re firm believers that Leaves of Leisure doesn’t get enough hype. The small, women-owned brand makes tons of delicious blends; if you have a tea drinker in your life and want to get them something they’ve never tried before, start here. Road Trip has notes of ginger, turmeric, and pineapple, which is just as delicious as it sounds. ($20.99, Leaves of Leisure)

No matter how crafty they are (or aren’t), these guidebooks from Emily Lex Studio are so much fun. Each book follows a different theme and comes with pre-drawn guides and instructions on how to paint each illustration. Another solid option if they’re entering their analog (screen-free) year. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

Leave it to Ban.do to always pull through when it comes to design-forward bookish merch. This clip-on book light has three light settings, a flexible neck you can adjust, and isn’t an eyesore. ($21.95, Bando)

I love these Topicals eye masks because they aren’t slippery or slimy. Because they have a cloth-covered side, they stay in place, which I find helps them to be more effective. They always make me think of Valentine’s Day because of their pink and red design. Bonus points for being priced well for a luxury eye mask bundle. At this point, I’ve gone through more boxes than I can count. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

The matcha plushie from this line at Target has been all over TikTok (it’s now sold out online). But the brand has tons of other adorable options, including this boba one and this cake one at a fraction of the price. ($5, Target)

They can use these ribbon cocktail napkins all year. They’re $10 for a set of four, and you can pick from pink or white color options. I’m eyeing these as a swap for my everyday coasters. ($10, Target)

Nothing hits like a bite of Tony’s Chocolonely. Our editors love its mini bars of chocolate, but these round coins are satisfying to eat, too. We can’t explain it, you’ll get it when you try them. They come in a resealable bag, so all you have to do is add a card. They also come with six of the brand’s bestselling flavors. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)