27 Valentine's gift ideas to surprise someone special - from homeware to houseplants

Money can't buy love, but it can buy a love(ly) Valentine's Day gift for that special someone

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It's that time of the year again, and Valentine's Day 2024 is approaching fast. Whether you're coupled up, looking to show someone you care or just like shopping for pastel pink versions of the best cast iron cookware (us too!), we've got all of the finds you need to know about. 

Covering cookware, decor, and very importantly chocolate this guide is all-encompassing of the many ways you can treat your favourite person on the 14th of February. And if you're reading this and you've left it a little late, we've also made sure to include picks that can be delivered in just a few days, to save any last-minute supermarket dashes. 

You'll be glad to hear we've left the fluffy toys and gimmicky gifts in last year's gift guide because in 2024 we're only suggesting you buy them a gift they'll actually use more than once. This way you'll be spending your money wisely, and it's kinder to the environment. Here's a list of everything we think your significant other would love to receive, from dressing gowns to candles, foodie gifts plus additions to their home decor. Keep reading to find a gift that'll say exactly what you need this Valentine's Day. 

The best last-minute Valentine's Day gifts to buy in 2024

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Molly Cleary
Ecommerce Editor

After writing for all of Future's Homes titles, Molly is now an Ecommerce Editor at Ideal Home, working across a range of shopping content to find the best buys for your space. Previously, she was the Staff Writer at TopTenReviews, another Future site, where she covered home content, which to a US audience is anything from turkey fryers to ride-on lawn mowers. Now, she spends her time writing reviews of appliances she’s tested at home and at our testing facility (we're talking air fryers, vacuums, dehumidifiers and more!), as well as curating buying guides. She's a certified Consumer Expert for several product categories after passing a five-step program including hands-on experience, consumer interviews and extensive research into her specialist areas including kitchen appliances and vacuums.