Valentine’s Day: love it or love to hate it, there’s no denying it can feel manufactured to make you spend your hard-earned cash on cheap stuffed toys, out-of-season red roses and unimaginative chocolates. But with the right gift, it can be a great opportunity to show your partner how much you care, and how well you truly know them.
To help you avoid tat that won’t last – or will get shoved to the back of a cupboard – we’ve rounded up 39 thoughtful ideas to last well beyond 14 February. From a massage candle and toys to spice up your sex life to a bakery guide and a two-person flask for your next adventure, our cliche-free guide will help you find a gift that’s original, personal and will definitely get you in their good books.