A love as big and beautiful as yours deserves to be celebrated — and your next (official) opportunity is right around the corner. Sure, you should spoil your sweetie all the other 364 days of the year, but Valentine's Day is the time to pull out all the stops. Feeling like you've done and gifted it all? These last-minute Valentine's Day gifts will do the trick — and best of all, they'll arrive with a couple of days to spare.
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See 11 moreSince time is of the essence, I've sifted through all the best Valentine's Day gifts at Amazon, Target and other top retailers to find the ones that'll make it by Feb. 14. These picks are true standouts — some are bestsellers from our other Valentine's Day gift guides, others simply caught my eye with their impressively fast shipping time. From a bouquet of Lego roses (just $13) to a dazzling Pandora tennis bracelet, you're bound to find something sweet for each and every Valentine in your life (even your littlest ones!).
Shipping estimates are ever-changing, so double-check the delivery date before placing your order. And if you want even more ideas, take a peek at our curated lists of Valentine's Day gifts for her and him (including your hard-to-shop-for husband).
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Red roses and Valentine's Day go together like, well, red roses and Valentine's Day. Little ones probably wouldn't appreciate the real deal, so opt for this pair of buildable Lego blooms instead. More than 30,000 Amazon shoppers picked up a set last month, with one reviewer writing that his wife "kept them in a vase all year as a Valentine's reminder." Just an idea!
Here's a unique way to give something sweet this Valentine's Day. Trade heart-shaped chocolates for 10 mini gingham-lidded jars of Bonne Maman's finest, from honey to an assortment of delicious fruit preserves.
Your love is one for the books. Select up to 40 pictures that sum up your story and get 'em printed in a mini hardcover keepsake that you can look back at in the years to come. Chances are, you have tons of snapshots to sift through, so tailor your book to a specific date, trip or chapter in your life.
Sometimes, we all need a little nudge to switch things up. Here's yours: Each card in this deck has a new conversation prompt for couples that fall into one of six categories — relationship, intimacy, life, past, random and about you. "This game was like marriage counseling in a box," one happy shopper raved. "I mean we talked about stuff we never would think to talk about, and we have been married for 18 years!"
Best last-minute Valentine's Day gifts for him
Like otters, you two are mates for life. Give your guy these silly (but incredibly sweet) crew socks to symbolize that very sentiment.
The shoulder rubs you give him are great and all, but they definitely pale in comparison to this bad boy. That's because it has eight rotating nodes that really get in there to work out knots in his neck, shoulders, upper back or anywhere it's placed (reviewers use it on thighs and calves after intense workouts). Turn on the optional heat function for a true spa-like experience.
Valentine's Day chocolates — been there, done that. This year, give him an assortment of 30 sweet and salty snacks, all of which come straight from Japan. There's a matcha-flavored Kit Kat, rice crackers, ramen, fruit gummies and so much more.
Because he lights up your life. On the darkest, coldest days of winter, he can switch on this bestselling beanie to clearly see whatever's in front of him, whether he's walking the dog, grilling some meat or doing chores in the yard.
Best last-minute Valentine's Day gifts for her
Fresh flowers are nice and all, but they last for two weeks tops (if you're lucky). These rose-scented tablets will give off the same sought-after aroma in her bathroom without all the upkeep. Just pop a tab on the shower floor away from the water and breathe in its soothing scent as it slowly dissolves.
It's a blanket! It's a hoodie! It's both! This wearable wonder, which has deep pockets and an oversized hood, is lined with ultra-cozy sherpa, so she can stay toasty while she's reading, working from home, napping, you name it. "It's roomy and warm, but not heavy, and comes to about mid-thigh on me (I am about 5'6")," one satisfied shopper wrote, adding that they "appreciate that the sleeves are cuffed so they won't drag around while you're reaching for things."
You love her from her head to her toes. Speaking of which, snag this pair of hydrating booties to make sure her feet are in tip-top shape ahead of sandal season. It just requires 10 minutes of idle time to work its moisturizing magic, which is the perfect excuse to catch up the latest season of [insert show name here].
This brand's tennis bracelets rival real diamond ones that cost thousands. Perfect for Valentine's Day, this one adds a pop of color to the timeless style, with a tasteful red heart crystal right at the center. Stack it with a bunch of other bracelets or wear it solo for maximum impact. Psst, become a My Pandora member to get 25% off sitewide and free standard shipping on all orders placed by Feb. 9.
Best last-minute Valentine's Day gifts for kids and teens
Skip the candy and chocolate this Valentine's Day, and go for something equally as sweet. This sensory squish is has the same look and feel as a supersized gumdrop, but it's missing one key ingredient: sugar. Perfect for ages 3 and up, little ones can squeeze, stretch and mush it to their heart's content, but it'll return back to its original shape each and every time.
It's the same hand-slapping card game that you know and love, but the Valentine's Day version. There are a couple of new characters thrown into the mix (Heart and Bear, to name a couple), plus the cards are decked out with flowers, chocolates and all the other lovey-dovey clichés.
Need a refresher on the rules? One by one, players put down a card and say "Taco," "Cat," "Goat," "Cheese and "Pizza" in order. If the word matches the card, the last person to slap their hands down has to pick up all the cards. The first player to run out of cards wins.
Bring a little love — and light — to their room with this mini neon cutie. Go with the red or pink version to stay on theme, or get the warm white one for a more subdued glow. It comes with a USB cable for easy charging, but you can also power it up with three AA batteries if your teen is already keeping track of enough cables and cords.
Most of this year's Valentine's Day Squishmallows are long gone by now, but here's a tip: Target has a motherlode of this season's sweetest stuffies, including this adorable bouquet featuring three tiny-but-mighty Micromallows. The plushes are detachable, so they can store Francine the Frog, Patty the Cow and Della the Duck with the rest of their squad once the day's done.
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