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45 Affordable Valentine's Day Gifts Under $40
These top ideas for men, women and kids are only cheap in price.
Sure, you can't put a price on love, but Valentine's Day gifts don't have to break the bank, either. No matter who you're shopping for this year, there are plenty of cheap Valentine's Day gifts out there (we're talking less than $30!) that will make them feel extra special and have you sticking to your budget.
Many of these romantic ideas encourage you to spend quality time together, offer something that's personalized just for them or are small tokens that can be paired with their favorite flowers or candy. Or, for a really affordable gift, you can match something you bought with a homemade item. So don't worry: When we say there are a ton of great inexpensive presents —whether you need a gift for a special lady or leading guy — we mean it.
And remember, on Valentine's Day, even the smallest of gestures can mean a lot, and just showing someone you remembered them on this special day is thoughtful enough.
Filled with games, puzzles and quizzes, you and your love can spend hours bonding thanks to this book. You'll work together to solve problems together.
You'll pick the best hair colors, skin tones and quote to describe you two, and this Amazon shop will create a totally custom print. It does come unframed, but that's why it's so affordable (and you can easily get one at your local dollar store).
Some things are better when shared — like this adults-only card game. Pick a card from one of three themed categories — Talk, Flirt or Dare — to spark up a range of fun (sometimes flirty) conversations.
You'll gift them 20 romantic vouchers that they can use throughout the year. Most of the tasks include things that won't cost you any extra money (ex: you'll let them have control of the remote for the night).
If he's not really the lovey-dovey type, you can still get him a subtle on-theme gift. There are nine different heart patterns to pick from, and you can a photo of your face, the kids or even your pet.
This book celebrated the love between a mom and child. Good Housekeeping Institute testers loved how this book showed a realistic day with a mom and her baby, rather than an idealized one.
Here's how to set the mood: Draw them a bath that's filled with candles, flowers and this bath salt. The geranium and ylang-ylang essential oils will have them instantly relaxing and thinking just how amazing you are for gifting them it.
Gushing about your valentine is your favorite activity — and now you can put it in writing. One prompt at a time, fill out this book with dozens of inside jokes, heartfelt memories and reasons why you love them so.
Jewelry is a classic Valentine's Day gift, but it can be expensive. But with this sterling silver birthstone ring, you don't have to worry about that. You can pick her birth month or the month you two met for extra romance.
Pick a day that means the most to you, and have a map of what the night sky looked like at that time. You can add your names and special quote to complete the art.
At this rate, it feels like you've gone on every date possible. Think again: This scratch-off poster will introduce you to 100 new ideas to help you spice things up.
The satin-lined baseball hat offers sun protection while keeping her dry as she sweats. It also lets hair easily sit outside the top to keep it protected but out of her face.
Whether it's a wedding song or what was playing on the radio during your first date, every couple has their song. Commemorate it with this personalized song print that'll make sentimental decor for your home.
Find photos from the different stages of your relationship — the time you went IG official, when they met your family for the first time, the day you said "I do," for starters — and clip 'em to this wooden frame.
If your snores keep your partner up at night, give 'em the greatest gift of all: a sleep mask that drowns out everything. Before they hit the sheets, they can connect the Bluetooth-enabled mask to a nearby device to fall asleep to calming music or white noise.
Get ready for all the "awwws." It will feature a photo of you two, plus a scannable Spotify code that will play the song of your choice. Amazon reviewers suggest getting the colorful stand for an extra wow factor.
It's hard to find personalized items he'll actually use, but he'll love this case. It can hold all of his toiletries, whether he takes it when he travels or keeps it in the car for grooming emergencies.
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The pages in this book will help you plan out your next adventure as a couple. Pick a month and then flip through their sample itineraries to ensure that you hit the right places at the right time.
Your best friend has a lot going on. Help keep her organized and reminder her how amazing she is with this planner, which features quotes, affirmations and activities to help boost her mood.
Amanda Garrity is a lifestyle writer and editor with over seven years of experience, including five years on staff at Good Housekeeping, where she covered all things home and holiday, including the latest interior design trends, inspiring DIY ideas and gift guides for any (and every) occasion. She also has a soft spot for feel-good TV, so you can catch her writing about popular shows like Virgin River, Sweet Magnolias, Hallmark Channel’s When Calls the Heart and more.
Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com.