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Valentine’s Day Gifts Under $100 We’d Also Buy for Ourselves

Valentine's Day gifts $100
Design: theSkimm | Photos: Papier, The Bouqs Co., Anthropologie
January 23, 2025

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There’s nothing wrong with spending money on Valentine’s Day. So if you’re looking to splurge on someone special this season (that includes yourself), we’ve rounded up some of our favorite gifts for just under $100. PS: Check out our list of picks under $25 for more budget-friendly gifts.

Need more gift ideas? Check out our other Valentine’s Day gift guides here.

GLDN

An updated take on a classic initial pendant…

This pendant is ideal for the person who has just about everything. A set of gemstones frame a floating initial charm that sits on a dainty chain. Pick from gold vermeil or sterling silver depending on their preferences. It’ll add some subtle sparkle to their everyday necklace stack. ($88, GLDN)

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Gorjana

Some gold-plated huggies with a cool shape…

We’ve been obsessed with Gorjana for their high-quality jewelry at a solid price point. These croissant-like hoops have a unique twisted design, while still being lightweight. The best part: You can pick up your piece in-store by selecting from a list of locations closest to you at checkout. ($58, Gorjana)

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Anthropologie

A sweater covered in hearts…

We all have that one person in our life who loves anything covered in hearts. This mock-neck sweater from Anthropologie has a relaxed fit and features light pink embroidered hearts. They can pair it with jeans for a simple date-night outfit. ($98, Anthropologie)

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EBY

A bralette they’ll want in every color…

We’re obsessed with EBY for their undetectable bralettes that are comfortable enough to wear for hours on end. This one is sheer, seamless, and will provide chafe-free support. Psst…it’s been a bestseller amongst Skimm’rs for months, too. ($46, EBY)

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The Bouqs Co.

The sweetest bouquet of flowers…

In this 30-stem bouquet, they’ll get a mix of lilies, roses, carnations, and alstroemeria. They’ll be bundled together in a statement checkered vase that they can reuse for arrangements to come. If you’re looking for a nontraditional arrangement, definitely go for this. ($99, The Bouqs Co.)

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Compartes

A classic box of Valentine’s Day chocolate…

PSA: Compartes doesn’t just make bars. Perfect for anyone who loves something sweet after every meal, this heart-shaped box of chocolates comes with 15 truffles. Each one is printed with either a pink or red design, so they’ll look just as good sitting on their countertop as they taste. ($69.95, Compartes)

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Merit

A curated set of matte lipsticks for date night…

This set from Merit comes with four matte Signature Lip lipsticks ranging from dusty neutrals to bold reds. Even though the shades are matte, they’re hydrating, nondrying, and comfortable to wear. The coverage is buildable, so depending on their preferences they can go for a light stain or a full statement lip. ($82, Merit)

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Nordstrom

The fanciest hand cream they’ll ever try…

Our editor’s mom swears by this hand cream, noting that the designer name isn’t its main appeal. It’s packed with hyaluronic acid to hydrate their hands and nails, and its egg-like packaging makes it easy to take on the go. Add nail polish if you’re looking to spend even more. ($62, Nordstrom)

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Weezie Towels

A towel wrap from the next “it” brand…

We’re all for bringing back the towel wrap. Use it to dry off your body, then snap it into place while you do your skincare routine. It has three snaps, an elastic back, and spacious pockets. PS: There’s a $15 fee to embroider a name or initials. ($88+, Weezie Towels)

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The Paper Store

A trending plush toy…

Jellycat is all the rage right now and this seasonal plush toy is a sweet reminder of how connected you are to them. They can keep it anywhere, from a couch or bed to a bookshelf or desk. ($40.99, The Paper Store)

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Nest New York

A three-wick candle that smells fresh…

If they prefer candles to flowers, get them this three-wick from Nest New York. It has notes of roses, oud, incense, black leather, and patchouli. It smells clean and will provide up to 100 hours of burn time. ($85, Nest New York)

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Osea Malibu

The body scrub that’ll turn their shower into a spa…

This scrub does everything — exfoliates, moisturizes, and smoothes all in one step. It’s made of mineral-rich salts along with shea butter and seaweed, but we love it for its notes of relaxing lavender. Since the scrub and its packaging are pink, we’d add some red heart stickers instead of wrapping it. ($48, Osea Malibu)

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Williams Sonoma

A marble cheese board…

They can use this heart-shaped board for classic charcuterie or keep it on their coffee table to store candles or any other small accessories. Just hand-wash it with mild soap and water to care for it. ($39.95, Williams Sonoma)

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Little Words Project

A freshwater pearl bracelet they can add charms to…

We’ve been longtime fans of Little Words Project for their bracelet stacks, and their Love Club collection will take their everyday stack up a notch. Instead of the classic Little Words style, this freshwater pearl bracelet can act as a base for charms. You can either buy the bracelet for them to wear on its own, add charms, or stack it with other Little Words Project styles. ($60, Little Words Project)

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Uncommon Goods

A weighted pillow for the homebody in your life…

If they love spending their weekends on the couch, this heart-shaped weighted pillow is the gift for them. It’s made of a soft furry material and has muffs where they can place their hands. Because it’s weighted, it’ll feel relaxing on their lap. ($88, Uncommon Goods)

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Artifact Uprising

A place to put all their memories…

Whether they were recently married or love taking pictures, we love these photo books from Artifact Uprising. Their Everyday Photo Book is 7 inches wide and reminiscent of a chic coffee table book. You can customize the cover, add text, and up to 50 pictures. The more pictures you add, the more the price of the book increases. ($85/40 pictures, Artifact Uprising)

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Uncommon Goods

A caddy for your resident grill-master…

This caddy will solve the balancing act they do as they’re walking out to the grill. It has a lower catchall for spices and utensils and an upper bar for a paper towel roll. The durable handle means they’ll be able to carry it all out in one trip. Spend an extra $10 to personalize it. ($65+, Uncommon Goods)

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Lingua Franca

Some custom cashmere socks…

You can’t go wrong with a pair of cozy socks. This pair from Lingua Franca is 100% cashmere and has an embroidered heart motif. Just pick the thread color and add their initials (or the initials of their loved ones). ($95, Lingua Franca)

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Hanna Andersson

A set of cozy pajamas…

Valentine’s Day is our editor’s favorite time of year to stock up on pajamas. This cotton long-sleeve set has flat seams, which means they won’t irritate sensitive or eczema-prone skin. Plus, they’ll still feel soft after every wash. ($79.20, Hanna Andersson)

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Papier

Custom notecards with their name on them…

They’d never buy personalized stationery for themselves, which means it’ll make the best gift. This set from Papier is made from sturdy textured paper and comes with envelopes. Now, they’ll always have an enclosure card on hand. ($70.13 for 50 cards, Papier)

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