High school sweetheart’s gift guide
February 3, 2023
Finding the right gift for your significant other can be a struggle, no matter how far along you are in the relationship. Here are some gift ideas that will show your special someone how much they mean to you.
Dating
1-5 months
Paper flower bouquet –
An inexpensive but sentimental handmade gift!
Price: Handmade so price may vary
Available at: Michaels (for paper)
Squishmallows –
From any kind of animal, color, size, and shape, they are a great way to provide comfort when your partner has to be alone. They can be a way to bring joy and happiness when they’re struggling through a hard day.
Price: $3-$80
Available at: Amazon, Target, Five below, Costco
Snack gift basket-
Surprise someone with their favorite snacks, brightening up their day and showing that you really know their likings.
Price: $10-$15
Available at: Dollar Tree, Walmart, Target
Hot Wheels bouquet –
A perfect gift for someone who loves automobiles, but you can’t buy them a real one so settling for Hot Wheels it is!
Price: Handmade so price may vary
Available at: Target, Walmart, Amazon
Matching initial bracelets –
A cute way to carry a piece of your special someone with you, initials adding a personal touch to it all.
Price: $5-$10
Available at: Amazon and Etsy
Committed
6-12 months
Love letter –
Expressing your love and appreciation with words for your partner is such a mindful way to connect with them while also expressing your love and affection to them.
Price: Handmade so price may vary
Available at: Michaels (for paper)
Chocolate covered strawberries –
Makes the sweetest gift to share.
Price: Handmade so price may vary
Available at: Any grocery store (for supplies)
Matching pajamas –
What’s more perfect than being comfy and cozy this Valentine’s day with your chosen one?
Price: $11-$30
Available at: Amazon, Target, Walmart
Lego flowers –
If your special someone likes to build and loves flowers, then Lego flowers are the ideal gift to get them!
Price: $40-$80
Available at: Amazon, Target, Walmart
Hats & beanies –
With beanies being good for winter and fall, hats being good for summer and spring, this is a great gift that could be worn all year around. You could even get matching ones to make it more romantic!
Price: $10-$60
Available at: Lids, Zumiez, Amazon, Target
Long Term
1 year+
Promise ring –
Promise your commitment and loyalty to somebody this Valentine’s day!
Price: $40 – $250
Available at: Any jewelry store
Crochet flower bouquet –
The most meaningful gift someone who loves crafts could wish for that lasts a lifetime.
Price: $20 – $120
Available at: Etsy
Matching hoodies –
If your partner is always taking your hoodies, getting a matching set would be the perfect solution.
Price: $20 – $80
Available at: Etsy
Matching Crocs –
Why stop at hoodies? Crocs are a great gift that can be personalized with different charms all throughout the year.
Price: $30 – $50
Available at: Crocs
Perfume & cologne –
By buying your partner their favorite scent this Valentine’s day, they’ll remember just how much they mean to you.
Price: $20 – $210
Available at: Macy’s, Ulta, Sephora