When it comes to the best gifts for women, there are countless thoughtful options out there, so choosing the perfect one can often be tricky. We’ve made your search easier by compiling a list of show-stopping present ideas, with something for all budgets, which you can order in time for Valentine’s Day (February 14).
Whether your loved one’s into fashion, jewellery, seductive scents, makeup, sweet treats, or candles, our gift guide has it all. Some of our top picks come from M&S, Debenhams and Charlotte Tilbury.
Looking for something stylish? Marks & Spencer’s pastel-hue cardi will do, or there’s the Robert Cavalli Glamore Watch to consider. If she has a sweet tooth, the Hotel Chocolat With Love Sleekster Box will surely impress her. Monica Vinader offers beautiful jewellery options that she can keep for years to come, including range of romantic pieces at affordable prices. Keep reading for more.
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1. Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Eau De Parfum
A seductive floral gourmand, YSL’s Black Opium offers the ultimate glamorous scent. Its blend of coffee, white flowers and vanilla notes has been praised by beauty fans for being ‘perfect for date nights’.
I’ve been wearing the sultry fragrance for the last five years, it’s my go-to for evenings. The glittery bottle also looks lovely on my dresser.
Best of all? This top-selling designer perfume is currently reduced on the Debenhams website – meaning you can save 20%.
Get it from Debenhams for £53.60 (was £67).
2. Hotel Chocolat With Love Sleekster
You really can’t go wrong with any of the splendid selection boxes from Hotel Chocolat, but this With Love Sleekster is perfect for going the extra mile. The 27 heart-shaped chocolates inside come in a variety of flavours, including milk, white and dark options.
What’s more is that you can add a message card with your own personal message at the checkout. You also have the option to ensure your chosen gift arrives in an elegant, ribbon-tied box or bag.
Get it from Hotel Chocolat for £29.95.
3. M&S Cloud-Yarn Textured Crew Neck Cardigan
With spring getting closer, we couldn’t resist adding in this gorgeous lilac knit from Marks & Spencer. The pastel hue of this cosy layer will help you transition into warmer days with ease.
The M&S Collection cardigan is crafted from textured cloud-yarn. It’s offered in a regular fit, with a crew neck, ribbed trims, statement buttons, and two patch pockets.
One five-star reviewer said of the item: “I love this top, very soft and looks really smart with jeans or skirts.” Someone else wasn’t too impressed, though, saying: “Loved this cardigan, but the sleeves are far too long, for a small size garment.”
Get it from M&S for £35.
4. Roberto Cavalli Glamore Stainless Steel Gold Watch
Debenhams has some incredible discounts on luxury watches ahead of Valentine’s Day, including this gorgeous Robert Cavalli offering. The gold-tone watch comes in a stainless steel finish, featuring an analog display, quartz movement, and a single-push button safety clasp for a secure fit on the wrist.
Not only is this timepiece so elegant in appearance, but it also has a huge 79% off. This brings down the price to £79.75 from £379 – a saving of more than £299.
Get it from Debenhams for £79.75 (was £379).
5. Boux Avenue Ditsy Strawberry Ribbed Pyjama Set
Cosy pyjamas are sure to go down a treat and this new Boux Avenue set is so adorable. Available in sizes from six to 18, it showcases a ditsy strawberry print against pink ribbed fabric.
Included is the long-sleeve Henley Pyjama Top and matching leggings, which have an elasticated waist for comfort. This sweet nightwear set matches perfectly with the brand’s fluffy strawberry socks, £6, or cross-band slippers, £16.
Get it from Boux Avenue for for £42.
6. Monica Vinader Heart Station Chain Bracelet
The Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, happens to be a fan of high-street jewellery brand Monica Vinader – and we can see why. One of the pieces we love most from its affordable range is this gorgeous Heart Station Chain Bracelet, priced at £78.
The luxurious piece features three delicate hearts – each inspired by a heart-shaped pebble and set in 18k gold vermeil. There’s also the matching Heart Chain Necklace, starting from £88.
Get it from Monica Vinader for £78.
7. Benefit Moonlight Delights Full Face Beauty Set
Your makeup routine is sorted with Benefit’s Moonlight Delights Full Face set that saves you an impressive £14.67 on the contents. Inside this set you’ll get all you need to create a full glam, including a volumising mascara, the brand’s best-selling primer, brow setter, and lip and cheek stain, all of which come presented in a pretty makeup bag.
The set includes:
- BADgal BANG! BIGGER, BADDER volumizing mascara in intense pitch black mini
- The POREfessional smoothing face primer to minimize the look of pores mini
- Benetint rose-tinted lip & cheek stain 6 mL
- 24-HR Brow Setter 24-hour invisible shaping & setting gel for brows mini
- Free makeup bag
Get it from Boots for £29.33 (was £44).
8. Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Makeup Bag
If you ask us, Charlotte Tilbury’s Pillow Talk Makeup Bag is utterly dreamy. Adorned with a lip print design, it opens up to reveal different compartments, allowing you to easily keep your favourite products organised.
It’s finished with a rose-gold zip and makes travelling with your eye, lip and cheek makeup a whole lot easier. We can’t think of a dreamier way for a beauty fan to store their goodies.
Get it from Charlotte Tilbury for £34.
9. StylPro Wavelength LED Face Mask
Stylpro’s first-ever LED face mask comes in at less than £100. Not only does it offer anti-ageing red light therapy, but also functions to help balance skin conditions and speed up skin recovery.
The red LED light function aids the stimulation of collagen production, to help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, while the blue LED targets spots and blemishes. Stylpro said: “The real magic happens with the fourth mode of the red, blue LEDs and near-infrared, working in harmony to address multiple skin concerns simultaneously, assuming no severe skin condition is present.”
Buy now from LookFantastic (£99.99)
10. Fitbit Sense 2
This is such a cool present for fitness fans as it’s able to track the wearer’s route, pace, and distance when exercising – or even your daily steps. It also allows you to keep on top of your social media updates, texts and calls.
Other great features of the Fitbit Sense 2 include strong Bluetooth, fast charging, GPS, water resistance up to 50 metres – as well as heart rate monitoring. Amazon is selling the device for £219, 19% cheaper than its usual £269.99 price.
Get it from Amazon for £219 (was £269.99).
11. Diptyque Vanille Scented Candle
This Diptyque candle delivers the classic, irresistible aroma of vanilla. The blend of mineral and natural wax and oils is poured into glass and burns for up to 60 hours, when taken care of.
Claiming to be long-lasting, the votive-style candle adds an elegant touch to any décor. The intense fragrance makes it ideal for those with small spaces.
One delighted reviewer said: “This is a beautiful smelling candle. It has a unique spicy smoky note to the vanilla and warming. It has a good throw and burns evenly as with all Diptyque candles. I think it is suitable for all seasons.”
Get it from Space NK for £58.
12. Beats Pill x Kim Kardashian Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
American reality TV star Kim Kardashian has collaborated with Beats for the third time – this time to create a special-edition Pill speaker. Available on Amazon, the third drop of Beats x Kim reimagines the iconic design in two chic hues: Light Gray and Dark Gray.
Music fans will surely appreciate the sleek-looking Pill speaker – which not only makes the perfect party companion, but also doubles up as a stunning piece of décor. Its premium features include an all-day battery life (up to 24 hours), USB-C charging, Amplify Mode by syncing two speakers, and iOS and Android compatibility.
Get it from Amazon for £135.
13. SILKE Heatless Curler
Requiring minimal effort, heatless curls have been all the rage in recent years. Create big, bouncy locks using this 100% pure mulberry silk curler from SILKE – which come in red and silver colourways.
Simply leave in for just a few hours or overnight, and wake up to curls or waves without damage. One reviewer said it’s “so easy to use and very effective,” but another found it “expensive for what it is”.
Buy now from SILKE London (£42)
14. Kylie Cosmetics Matte Lip Kit
If your giftee is a makeup fan, treat her to a lip kit from Kylie Jenner’s billionaire cosmetics brand. These ever-popular sets include a long-lasting Lip Liner and matching Matte Liquid Lipstick, so you can create the ultimate matte lip look.
Choose from a range of shades from everyday nudes to bold hues of red, plum and coral. Both of the lip products included are vegan.
Get it from Boots for £23.20 (was £29).
15. Emma Bridgewater Personalised Love Hearts Mug
We’re huge fans of Emma Bridgewater’s calligraphic designs and whimsical patterns. A lovely choice for your Valentine, the Personalised Love Hearts 1/2 Pint Mug can be personalised with a name on the front – and you can even add a secret message on the base, too.
It’s dishwasher-safe, but not recommended for use in the microwave. The charming keepsake needs to be ordered by Sunday, January 26 if you want to receive it in time for Valentine’s Day.
Get it from Emma Bridgewater from £26 (plus £1 per letter).
