A Trusted Friend in a Complicated World
Updated on Jan. 25, 2024
We know how hard it is to find Valentine's Day gifts for friends. Browse our top gift picks for the best deals to make your gal pal squeal.
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It’s that time again: February. There are only a few weeks left to secure Valentine’s Day gifts for friends, boyfriends, wives and girlfriends. No matter who is on your list, Reader’s Digest editors produced dozens of gift guides to make shopping for love day a breeze.
If the budget is tight this year, don’t worry—there are tons of inexpensive Valentine’s Day gifts for him and her. From jewelry sales on Zodiac bling to handmade gift deals and gifts that give back, these are the best presents available at the lowest prices, curated by our Sales Editor.
For skin that has never been so clean, turn to the Luna 3. This pocket-sized device, available at Ulta at an incredible $100 off in time for Valentine’s Day, delivers a firming massage with hundreds of hygienic silicon bristles. Remove makeup and debris with ease thanks to the sonic pulsations that lift away dirt without harsh scrubbing.
Pick one up for a pal—and perhaps yourself as well!
Few things make nicer Valentine’s Day gifts for friends than jewelry gifts—especially gold jewelry. At a whopping savings of 56%, stock up on a few of these beautiful Anne Klein leather strap watches to surprise your besties. Each Japanese quartz watch features a water-resistant mineral crystal lens that catches the light.
Plus, it comes in its own pretty gift box for easy presentation.
Ideal for your party-ready pals, this Buzzed Blocks drinking game is a twist on traditional board games. It plays similarly to Jenga, except each block has a funny demand printed on it that the player must complete. Stipulations like “tell an embarrassing story” will have the table rolling in laughter.
Pick up this party game at a generous discount of $18 off.
Slip into something more comfortable with these Fluff Yeah slides from Ugg, on sale for up to 50%. These cozy women’s slippers make the best Valentine’s Day gifts for friends. They’re made from 100% sheepskin for an insanely soft fit, and the rubber sole has enough grip to prevent slips.
Cozy Earth’s sitewide Valentine’s Day sale is the best time to stock up on Valentine’s Day gifts for friends. These editor-tested sheets and pajamas offer cooling comfort that comes in dozens of pretty colors and styles. Shop now and save $30 on the popular long-sleeve bamboo pajama set.
Check out the newly launched Cozy Earth cashmere collection for even more gift-able finds!
There’s nothing like receiving a comfy cardigan as a Valentine’s Day gift. This longline ribbed cardigan in the color river, available for 30% off in Sunday Citizen’s sale section, is butter-soft and ideal for both lounging and running errands. Two front pockets fit keys and a phone with ease, and the included tie-waist belt allows for versatile styling.
Personalized gifts make some of the best Valentine’s Day gifts for friends. This conversation heart pillow, on sale for 30% off, comes in six different colors—and the pillow cover is removable. Use the personalized lines of text to reference your favorite inside joke or write out a heartfelt message.
One of the best gifts for dog lovers, the Petcube security camera is the perfect way to keep an eye on your pooch when you’re not home. Adhere it to any surface and monitor your pet with the 1080p live camera footage available in the included smartphone app. Two-way audio lets pet owners talk to their furbabies, and a zoom lens means you’ll never miss a precious moment.
Pick one up as a thoughtful Valentine’s Day gift for friends at a savings of $20.
Scented candles make the best gifts. This scented candle gift set, available for 32% off, comes with an assortment of four soy wax candles that offer a clean aroma and up to 25 hours of burn time per candle. The set comes in its own thoughtful gift box for a fuss-free present.
