High school sweetheart’s gift guide

Melanie Garduno, Staff writer
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