Watch out: you can score these Valentine's Day gifts at a high discount last-minute
Yes. You’ve been caught. Are you still looking for last-minute gifts for Valentine’s Day? Ouch. That’s painful. Couldn’t you have thought of that earlier? Or, well. I’ve been in the same boat before. Life is already so busy, sometimes certain things just slip your mind… Right? Exactly, but anyway. You want to know what you can score for your great love. And if possible, something amazing with a lot of discount, because let’s be honest: no one wants to just receive a €5 bottle of shower gel for Valentine’s Day. To save your skin, we’ve mapped out that treasure hunt for you. These are the best gifts that you don’t need to take out a second mortgage for, served on a silver platter.
For her
1. UGGS (was €139.95 now €97.95)
Are slippers only for indoors? Not at all. UGGS have really outgrown those times of a quick trip to the supermarket and ‘I only wear them when walking the dog’. They are not only comfortable but now really fashionable. Especially those with the platforms, like these Tasman slippers. It wasn’t long ago that suddenly everyone wanted these with that cute stitched edge. Whether you’re going to the office or walking through the snow: with UGGS, you always score well. And these blue ones are just too cute.
2. Green ‘A SPALLA’ handbag (was €269, now €94.90)
You want a discount? Then you get a discount. A real leather bag lasts for years, so it’s never wrong to receive one. And yes: I know what you’ve agreed upon: “Honey, this year we’re really not going big for Valentine’s Day.” But we’re just going to ignore that. Maybe it was a test? Who knows, but you can’t let this deal pass you by. You’re getting over €200 off. That’s just insane, right? What makes this bag the perfect gift is its shape. This is not a simple bag that you can find in any store, but a true example of craftsmanship. Does your lover have a, uh, complicated relationship with the color green? Then there are many more colors available, such as burgundy, the sandy ‘fango’, the warm brown ‘cuoio’, and black.
3. COACH heart earrings (was €95, now €38)
Okay, okay. Heart-shaped jewelry on Valentine’s Day might be a bit cliché, but it’s still damn cute. This is a declaration of love. Literal hearts. And these gold ones from COACH look beautiful too. It’s not about standing on the street with big jewels, but about the gesture.
4. Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Protect set (was €57 worth €71, now €34.20)
Even if that soulmate of yours already has hundreds of bags and doesn’t even wear earrings, we’ve found something for her. Charlotte Tilbury comes to the rescue, because her primer and setting spray save lives. Literally and figuratively, because the Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer is – as the name suggests – not only a primer but also a sun protection. And not a weak factor 20, but 50+ with UVA and UVB filters. That’s really ideal on vacation or when the sun finally starts shining here again. You’re protected and the makeup doesn’t melt away. To top it all off, there’s also a mini Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray in this gift set. This waterproof spray is the cement that ensures that primer can do its job. So yes: this gift is also really handy. Trust me.
5. Slingback ballerinas with heel (was €67, now €34)
Kitten heels are hot right now, but this ballerina version? That’s just fantastic. Balletcore is taking the world by storm, because with these heels, you can step right onto the stage. Or well, maybe not literally, but they’re really cute when you go to the ballet to watch a beautiful show. That pink bow is a nice extra that elevates the shoe just a notch.
6. Checked barn jacket (was €69.99 now €27.99)
Is your girlfriend looking for the perfect in-between jacket in this unpredictable weather? Then this bargain might be for her. Barn jackets are super popular, and that checked print? Yes, you’ve got me there. A brown jacket goes with almost any outfit and that gray sky. Oh, and it’s of course warm and not too thick at the same time. Because no: she doesn’t want to sit in the train with her winter coat at 10 degrees. That’s way too hot.
7. The trending gift set (was €50 worth €145, now €35)
A large gift set for so little money? You can’t help but want to grab this. If this comes your way… Oops, then you have to be quick. This trendy box from LookFantastic has everything anyone could possibly need. And even better: they’re all full-size or even luxesize products. No minis or travel sizes here; this is the real deal.
For him
1. Beige sweater (was €89.99, now €36)
We start right off with a bang of a discount. This beige sweater is made of 100 percent cotton. From the front, it looks simple, but the art begins on the back. There’s a print of a picturesque café. You know, one of those townhouses with those beautiful small windows and elegant facade decorations that look like they could be on a building in Paris.
2. Foulton fine-knit wool sweater (was €165, now €74)
50 percent discount? I’ll take that. You can also spoil that guy of yours with a real wool sweater. A man in such a knitted sweater always scores. He’ll Jude Law his way into your bedroom, so whether you buy this is at your own risk. A high libido is a good bonus.
3. Hugo Boss belt (was €104 worth €150, now €74)
A black leather belt. You can never go wrong with that. Who doesn’t need a belt? Because yes: those men either have one really nice belt or four old worn-out belts that, according to you, should never see the light of day again. An extra can never hurt. Especially not if it’s from Hugo Boss, right? Exactly. If Mr. Big would wear it, then it’s always good.
4. Guess watch (was €153.30 worth €219, now €109.50)
If you want to give something other than a sweater, you can of course choose a watch. Now you don’t have to sell your kidney for that one Rolex – it’s Valentine’s Day. Not the king’s birthday. That can also be a bit more modest, with a GUESS watch. You’ll definitely make that man happy with this. You just say “Surprise” and suddenly there’s a box like in Pretty Woman on the table.
5. Blue jeans (was €99, now €49.50)
Is it a sweater? Is it a belt? No, it’s not. It’s jeans with a big discount. It’s no secret that most women are always happy to receive new clothes, but secretly those men are also excited about it. They don’t buy things for themselves very often, so when they get new clothes, it’s extra nice. These light indigo blue jeans are, for example, a good option. This basic can be styled with anything, so if you ask me, I know what I’m going to buy as a gift.
6. Brown leather sneakers (was €195, now €69.95)
Those Adidas Gazelles in all sorts of colors are very nice, but most men don’t like to step out of their comfort zone. Just give them brown leather shoes or those gray slip-ons and they’re already happy. For those not-so-adventurous fashionistas, I’ve found something nice: exclusive brown leather Adidas Gazelle sneakers. With some subtle white decoration of stitched flowers, this is just a bit different, but you don’t come in with bright yellow sneakers that he’s not excited about.
7. Perfume (was €64.95, now €45.45)
And finally… perfume. Maybe your partner already has dozens of bottles, but getting a new scent is still nice. It’s a reminder that someone is thinking of you. Someone smelled that bottle and thought: “Hey, I think he’s going to like this,” or “Wow. This scent is really him in a bottle.” Choosing something like that has a personal touch, so yes: you always score with this too. Fortunately, there are also a lot on discount, so even last-minute for Valentine’s Day, you can grab something.
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