Valentines Gift Guide

Lifestyle

29 January 2026

I’ve always believed that what makes Valentine’s Day truly special isn’t the occasion itself, but the thought behind it. When you choose something with intention, it shows. All it really takes is a bit of care and attention to the small details that’ll make your person feel seen. Whether that means remembering what they mentioned they’ve been wanting or doing a little quiet investigating to find out.

For Her 

Whether you’re shopping for your Valentine, your Galentine, or another incredible woman in your life, focus on the small things she loves but likely wouldn’t buy for herself. Elevate her home scent and décor with a beautiful home fragrance from Mecca. To make it extra special, add a matching PJ set from Bras N Things. A perfect combo for a cosy Valentines night in! If you’re planning jewellery, Walker & Hall has a Limited-Edition Stolen Girlfriends Club Stolen Heart Set which comes with an exclusive Stolen Girlfriends Club red jewellery box to elevate the opening experience. Still not sure? The VERY popular Sticky Dates body spray from Lush or Huski wine (or coffee) tumbler from Max are solid choices. Wanting to go for something a little more personal? Buy her favourite shade in these luxe Estee Lauder Melt On Glosstick from Farmers.

Here’s a few of my favourite options at The Base.

 

DIPTYQUE Valentine's Day Roses Candle MECCA, Limited Edition Stolen Girlfriends Club Stolen Heart Set Walker & Hall, Minnie Short PJ Set Bras N Things, Sticky Dates Body Spray Lush, Estee Lauder Pure Color Melt On Glosstick Farmers, Huski Wine Tumbler Max.

For Him

Don’t forget to spoil the special man in your life this February 14th. It’s not all about the girls!

Again, the best gifts are the ones he’d appreciate but wouldn’t necessarily buy himself. Watches are classy, timeless gifts – make it a smart watch if he’s sporty or into tech. The Warehouse have great cost-effective options. Treat your techy man to an Amazon Echo Spot from JB Hi-Fi to make your home smarter. If he’s a whiskey drinker, engrave a good quality glass at Mister Minit and bundle it with his favourite bottle. Show your love by knowing his favourite team and gifting supporters wear like a Chiefs tee from Rebel Sport. Or if you’d like to make it more personal, gift a NZ Greenstone Small Toki Pendant from Walker & Hall or a Curb Chain in Sterling Silver from Michael Hill. But if he’d like something a little more low-key, Tarocash’s socks are a great option.

Here’s a few of my favourite options at The Base.

Right On Socks Tarocash, NZ Greenstone Small Toki Pendant Walker & Hall, Active Intent Smart Watch The Warehouse, Amazon Echo Spot JB HI-FI, Classic Mens Chiefs Cotton T-Shirt Rebel Sport, Curb Chain in Sterling Silver Michael Hill.