28 Thoughtful Valentine’s Day Gifts for Every Special Woman in Your Life

L–R: Gentle Habits, Adidas, Ceremonia, Alemais, Heaven Mayhem, DNJ, A-Esque and Tanchen·Photo: Images Supplied

Artful caps crafted from Japanese paper, a smudge-ready new release from Merit and a bag charm collab between A-Esque and a seasoned florist. Plus, much more.

Words by Simone Richardson · Updated on 10 Feb 2026 · Published on 06 Feb 2026

Valentine’s Day is just over a week away. If you’re still weighing up what to give a partner, a friend or simply considering a well-timed gift to yourself, this guide does the filtering for you. It brings together a considered edit across fashion, beauty, home and lifestyle – pieces we’ve been testing, wishlisting and gifting ourselves.

If time is tight, an e-gift card, a weekend away or a bouquet of blooms is a reliable fallback. Otherwise, these are the gifts worth shopping now.

The best Valentine’s Day gift ideas for her

A-Esque x Christelle Scifo Floral Vine in suede plum

$600

Bag charms are back from the ’70s – and this might be the chicest take yet. Here, the Australian designer collaborates with Christelle Scifo, florist and creative director at Fleurette, on a series of blooms crafted from Italian leather.

Buy at A-Esque

Gentle Habits Heartfire perfume oil

$50

A hunk of burning love (or Heartfire) feels very apt for Valentine’s Day. The Byron Bay label’s newest release blends lemon, tobacco and cedarwood for a warm, grounding scent that lingers just long enough.

Buy at Gentle Habits

DNJ Waxed Japanese paper cap

$249

Melbourne design studio DNJ “bakes” paper into fashionable hats. Each uses handmade Japanese paper and recycled or found fabric, then coated in beeswax for water resistance. This one earns its title as wearable art.

Buy at Craft Victoria

LBDO Rush clitoral stimulator

$220

For Valentine’s Day – and beyond. The local sexual wellness brand has just released Rush, a clitoral stimulator that uses air pulses to create rhythmic waves of pressure. It’s water-resistant, shower-friendly and rechargeable via USB.

Buy at LBDO

Merit Signature lip blush

$44

Pucker up: the cult beauty brand has dropped the lipstick for non-lipstick wearers. Soft and smudgy, it delivers the “your lips but better” look Merit is known for, but is still buildable enough to dial up the pigment if that’s more your speed.

Buy at Merit

Le Labo Violette 30 perfume

$162

Few perfumeries rival Le Labo. The French label’s latest release balances green floral notes with white tea, cedarwood and a hint of guaiacwood – fresher and more vibrant than the woody fragrances the brand is typically known for.

Buy at Mecca

Ceremonia Guava hair mask

$62

Extra time in the pool and sun can leave strands parched. This mask is designed to restore softness and shine without harsh chemicals, delivering a hit of moisture just when hair needs it most.

Buy at Mecca

Simone Perele Saga underwear set

$149.95 - $89.95

Undies might be a cliché, but they’re always well received. This lace set comes in sapphire blue and jade green, as well as classic white and nude – a more sophisticated, wearable alternative to overtly holiday-coded palettes.

Buy the bra Buy the underpants

Tanchen Mazha stool

$330

Interior designer David Flack of Flack Studio selected this as one to buy for 2026, thanks to its playful yet utilitarian ’70s energy. Shop the Shanghai-based brand locally at Somebuddy Loves You, with seven colourways to choose from.

Buy at Somebuddy Loves You

Goldi Waxflower Extra-Virgin Agrumato olive oil

$22

Part floral, part citrus, this limited-edition blend sees Geraldton waxflowers crushed alongside olives grown on the brand’s own farm. It’s set to lift salads, Sunday roasts and just about everything in between.

Buy at Goldi

Alemais Wilson silk scarf

$220

Top Australian stylists tipped silk scarves as a key accessory this season – and they weren’t wrong. Alemais makes a clutch of beautiful designs, but this swirling paisley version gets our vote.

Buy at Alemais

Nelson Made Petra mini heels

$299

These read as date-night heels, but they’re versatile (and comfortable) enough for summer workwear, drinks with friends and more. Made from suede leather, they’re well on their way to shoedrobe staple status.

Buy at The Iconic

Maison Balzac crispy chilli oil and jar set

$99

Broadsheet loves Six-Eyed Scorpion’s chilli oil. Pair it with Maison Balzac’s new pepper-adorned jar and you’ve got a duo that’s primed to turn up the heat.

Buy at Maison Balzac

Saben Knox shoulder bag

$503.20

New year, new work bag. This oversized, slouchy carry-all ticks all the right boxes, delivering fashion appeal with everyday practicality. The Kiwi label crafts it from 100 per cent buttery-soft leather.

Buy at Saben

Bed Threads Espresso bedding set

$225

Fresh bedding always hits. The local favourite added organic cotton to its range last year – and we can confirm it’s both crisp and soft, which sounds contradictory but absolutely holds true.

Buy at Bed Threads

Ever Vessel artist-collab water bottle

$54

The Australian bottle brand has picked up two Good Design Awards for its thoughtful approach to form and function. Its latest release is a collaboration with Perth-based artist Martin Thompson, featuring motifs inspired by WA wildflowers and wildlife.

Buy at Ever Vessel

Heaven Mayhem Vesper glasses

$279

This vintage-inspired silhouette is an instant add-to-cart. A classic aviator shape gets a modern update via chunkier frames and brown-tinted lenses – and conveniently, the LA label is now stocked at The Iconic.

Buy at The Iconic

Wonwontutu Pouli belt

$280

Beaded accessories are everywhere, but this belt stands out. Made from weighty crystal stones, the elegant design instantly elevates skirts, pants and dresses alike.

Buy at Friends With Frank

Lucy Folk x Hotel Corazon sarong

$250

Sunny sarongs that double as beach sheets make très stylish gifts. The eclectic Australian designer has released a curated edit from Hotel Corazon, a luxe bohemian hotel in Mallorca – and this hand-printed piece gets our pick.

Buy at Lucy Folk

Samsoe Samsoe Sacamino SS T-shirt

$149

If real flowers aren’t their thing, put some on a T-shirt instead. The Scandi label arranges a berry-filled bouquet across a classic tee made from 100 per cent cotton.

Buy at The Iconic

Deadly Ponies Tamarillo mini wallet

$259

Black wallets, begone. This coral-hued design is easy to spot in a crowded bag and feels like a modern alternative to red, which can veer Hallmark-y. Plus, the pebbled texture adds serious design cred.

Buy at Deadly Ponies

Papa Salt Coastal gin

$88

Love is a well-made Martini. Or so Papa Salt – the brand founded by Margot Robbie and friends – suggests. Stir the Byron Bay-made gin with 10 millilitres of Noilly Prat vermouth and 20 millilitres of olive brine over ice, then finish with olives.

Buy at Liquorland

Adidas Adistar Control 5 sneakers

$180

Are their workout shoes looking a little tired? Adidas has revived this early-2000s style, and according to the runway, the metallic silver colourway has already proved it can move seamlessly from gym to street.

Buy at Adidas

Hommey Poppy pyjama set

$198

Nothing says “I’ve got my shit together” quite like matching pyjamas. The local homewares brand has released a Valentine’s Day sleepwear edit in a palette of swoony hues.

Buy at Hommey

Romy Summer Love scarf

$89

The Tassie brand’s Valentine’s Day-inspired artist collab features the work of Sydney-based neo-expressionist painter Jake Pedro. While the collection includes a series of T-shirts, this swoony scarf stands out with its casual whimsy – and can be worn as a top or tied in your hair.

Buy at Romy

Exotic Bazaar trio of signature cake kits

$69

If food signals a partnership worth savouring, a trio of cakes might be just the gift. These Middle Eastern desserts are fragrant and flavourful, with only a few fresh ingredients needed to finish the bake.

Buy at Exotic Bazaar

Rec Gen Fitform racer tank and shorts

$79

Activewear upgrades are always welcome, especially when they’re fashion-forward. This buttery-soft set comes in a “cherry choc” hue – a considered alternative to the ever-default black.

Buy the top at The Iconic Buy the shorts at The Iconic

Normal The Flirt bundle

$90

Buy at Normal

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