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The 2026 Valentine’s Day Edit: Elevated Picks For Every Kind Of Partner

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Every February, store shelves turn predictably red – roses, heart-shaped boxes, last-minute cliches. But the way we gift has changed. Romance today looks more considered, more tactile, more reflective

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of everyday life. It’s the fragrance they wear to work, the handmade chocolate they save for late nights, the shirt that instantly becomes their favourite, the accessory they never take off.

The best Valentine’s presents don’t feel seasonal; they feel lived-in. They fold into routines, spark small pleasures, and carry a sense of personality rather than pressure. Think elevated makeup, crafted confections, polished wardrobe staples and design-led keepsakes. Here’s a curated mix that celebrates taste as much as affection. Because modern love isn’t loud. It’s specific.

Krispy Kreme’s Valentine’s Box of 12 (Buy 9 Get 3 Free) Doughnuts

The Valentine’s Box of 12 Doughnuts is a thoughtfully curated collection designed to celebrate love in the sweetest way. Featuring four signature heart-themed doughnuts — the You’re Beary Sweet doughnut with crunchy cookies-and-cream filling and chocolate icing, the strawberry-glazed XOXO doughnut, the Sprinkled With Love doughnut topped with buttercream icing and heart sprinkles, and the indulgent Love You a Choco-Lot doughnut filled with custard and finished with rich ganache — the box blends playful design with indulgent flavours.
Price: Rs 1,251

CakeZone’s My Forever Valentine Chocolate Cake

The My Forever Valentine Chocolate Photo Cake is a romantic and personalised treat that combines rich chocolate with a special touch. It features layers of moist chocolate cake filled with creamy chocolate ganache or frosting. This combination of indulgent chocolate and a Valentine’s photo makes it a perfect way to show love and affection, making it a memorable treat for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion.
Price: Rs. 689

Anastasia Beverly Hills Magic Touch Blush Trio

This trio features three vibrant, full-pigment shades designed to flatter every mood and moment. Infused with Pomegranate Oil, this skin-loving formula nourishes while delivering a fresh, healthy-looking flush. Its silky, gel-like texture melts effortlessly into the skin, blending seamlessly for a soft-focus, blurred finish. Lightweight and buildable, it enhances your natural glow with a flawless, radiant look that lasts all day.
Available shades – Berry/Rose(Fuchsia, Orange-Red, Mulberry), Peach (carnation Pink, Cool Pink, Mauve), Pink (Cool-Toned Pink, CandyPink, Soft Pink) | Price – INR 5400 | Availability – TIRA, Sephora, Nykaa

VAHDAM India The Blush Assorted Teas Gift Set

A charming way to say you care. Featuring three premium loose-leaf teas with distinct, refined flavour profiles, this elegant set is ideal for tea lovers who enjoy variety and indulgence. It’s a gift that invites her to pause, unwind, and savour moments meant just for her.
Price – INR 1,199

Coolberg: Raising a Toast to the Sober-Curious Generation

The non-alcoholic beverage market is experiencing an unprecedented surge among millennials, with the sober-curious movement gaining serious momentum. Leading this revolution is Coolberg, India’s No. 1 non-alcoholic beer brand, making it the perfect gift for health-conscious partners who don’t want to compromise on taste or experience. Coolberg represents a lifestyle choice that’s both mindful and celebratory. It’s not just a beverage, it’s a statement that you understand and support your partner’s lifestyle journey while keeping the fun alive.
Combo starts from INR 475/-

Ochre Spirits: Love in Every Sip

For couples seeking something truly unique, Ochre Spirits offers an intoxicating blend of romance and craftsmanship. Their Valentine’s-perfect collection features exotic flavours that tell a love story in every bottle: Saffron Vodka, Peach & Cherry Vodka, and Nutty Berry Rum. Each spirit is crafted with ingredients traditionally associated with romance and indulgence, making them ideal for couples who seek authentic experiences over mass-market gifts.
Starting at INR 2,200/-

ITC-Dermafique

This season of love feels like the perfect moment to spotlight Dermafique’s Intensive Restore Body Serum – a deeply nourishing body lotion designed to deliver long-lasting hydration and care, making it a thoughtful self-care or gifting pick.

ZEISS Terra ED Binoculars (10×42, Green)

For couples who bond over adventure and outdoor escapes, the ZEISS Terra ED 10×42 binoculars are an ideal Valentine’s gift. Lightweight, compact, and designed for travel, these binoculars offer 10x magnification combined with crystal-clear optics, allowing users to experience distant landscapes, wildlife, and scenic views in remarkable detail. Built with a rugged and waterproof design, they are perfect companions for trekking, hiking, and weekend getaways, helping couples create unforgettable shared experiences.
Price- ₹38,179

The Body Shop’s Tobacco Flower Body Mist

Discover the intense scent of Tobacco Flower in a lighter Body Mist you can top up throughout the day. With notes of smoky tobacco, musk and bergamot essence, our Tobacco Flower Body Mist is an intense fragrance perfect for building on the matching deodorant and eau de toilette.
Price: ₹1995

The Swiss Beauty’s Moist Heist Lip Oil

Infused with Vitamin E for deep nourishment and Mint Oil for a refreshing, cooling sensation, it’s the perfect partner for daily lip care. Whether you choose Berry Robbery, Cucumber Trap, or Melon Loot, each flavour adds a juicy twist of mischief to your routine.
The fat applicator wand glides smoothly, coating your lips in a luscious, non-sticky layer of shine that feels as good as it looks. Vegan, cruelty-free, and paraben-free, this lip oil is where colour meets care — making every swipe a steal.
Price-₹199

Solitario’s Heart Bow Ring

A delicate blend of romance and charm, the Heart Bow Ring features a graceful heart motif paired with a bow-inspired design. Perfect for expressing playful love with timeless elegance this Valentine’s Day.

Nat Habit’s Nature & I – Send Oodles of Love (For Her)

A complete self-care ritual featuring Vitamin-C Face Wash, Cinnamon Nashpati Exfoliating Mura, Aloe Cactus Hydra Lift Gel, Chandan Nagakesar Lepa, Hibiscus NutriMask, Pomegranate Rosehip Lip Butter, and Lavender Foot Salt.

Frido’s Sleep Eye Mask

Struggling to fall asleep, waking up because of light sensitivity, or dealing with digital overload – these are everyday red flags we conveniently ignore. The Frido Sleep Eye Mask blocks out 100% light, relieves strain, and helps the mind finally switch off. It’s a small Valentine’s gesture, but it sends a powerful message: stop ignoring what your body has been trying to tell you.

Noice’s limited-edition French Chocolate Rochers

Made of 100% couverture chocolate with no palm oil or preservatives, these are handmade chocolates that let the moment and the thought behind it shine through. Thoughtfully handcrafted and beautifully presented, Noice chocolates work as seamlessly for a romantic gesture as they do for a close friend, or even a self-love indulgence. Available on Instamart, Noice’s Valentine’s edit is a reminder that the best gifts don’t need to be extravagant. They simply need to feel thoughtful.

Sugar Free D’lite

Sugar Free D’lite is marking a decisive repositioning this Valentine’s Day with the launch of ‘D’lite Chocolate Boy,’ a campaign that places women in charge of the gaze, the narrative, and the moment of indulgence. The move marks a strategic evolution for the brand, evolving from its legacy positioning of ‘Great Taste, No Added Sugar’ toward a more nuanced and emotive proposition of ‘Un-sinful Sensual Indulgence.’

Invogue’s Red Shapewear

Crafted for Indian body types, the bodyshaper moves with the body, thanks to seamless construction, anti-roll design, and skin-friendly fabric that offers firm support without restriction. The bold red hue adds a statement edge, making it the perfect Valentine’s Day base layer for dresses, sarees, and fitted silhouettes. Whether styled for a date night or worn as an everyday confidence essential, the Red Intense Snatched Bodyshaper reinforces Invogue’s belief that shapewear should empower women to dress boldly, move freely, and feel supported from within.
Price: INR 2,599

Mèroh’s The Promise Collection

These are pieces designed for the texture of life as it’s actually lived. Fine jewellery, unshackled from the prison of special occasions. Beauty, integrated into the everyday until the everyday deserves you. The Promise Collection by Mèroh, sculptural hearts in 18-karat gold, set with certified diamonds, light as promises whispered against fingertips. Timeless, weightless, yours. Because the most romantic story you’ll ever tell is the one where you chose yourself.

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