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25 Best Gift Ideas to Impress Your Crush on Valentine's Day

Surprise them with the cutest presents to show your adoration.
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STORY ART BY LIZ COULBOURN

Trying to find the best gifts for your crush can be tricky, especially on Valentine’s Day. You’ll need to have an idea of their likes/dislikes, foods, and more, to find a present they’ll truly appreciate. Sure, you can go the chocolate and roses route, but nothing screams “you’re special to me” more than something unique and affordable that plays to their interests, like a custom album keychain for your music lover crush or a Funko Pop toy of their favorite anime character.

We decided to revisit some of our favorite TV crushes for inspiration. From Gabriella and Troy in High School Musical to the most confusing love triangle between Belly, Jeremiah, and Conrad in The Summer I Turned Pretty, one thing each of these shows has in common is the gifting of a prized necklace. We’re never going to forget Gabriella’s cute silver pendant with the big letter T or Belly’s dainty infinity charm given to her by Conrad (we found an exact lookalike here) And we get it, there’s just something so special about giving and receiving jewelry gifts (like a personalized name necklace or heart locket), and we’ve included a few great picks on our list.

If you’re shopping for a special him, you can create a cool tech gift basket, filled with controllers, headsets, or these funny socks. You can also DIY a self care gift basket with inexpensive facial masks and candles. If your crush has a sweet tooth, you can’t go wrong with a variety candy pack or an adorable box of Valentine’s Day-themed cupcakes (hello, Sprinkles!).

On our list, you’ll also find inexpensive perfumes, makeup gift sets, and tiny trinkets on Amazon that are sure to impress your crush. Now, all that’s left for you to do is pick out some goodies and cute wrapping paper!

Our Top Picks

All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission.

  • 1/25

    Caseative Curly Wave iPhone Case

    $10

    Amazon

    No one can ever have too many phone cases! And this wavy-shaped case will add some pizzazz to their mirror selfies. It’s also available in 12+ bright and neutral colors.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Amazon promo codes.

  • 2/25

    The Unofficial TikTok Cookbook

    $18 $10

    Amazon

    Eliminate the stress of trying to find a recipe to make a quick lunch or dinner with this TikTok cookbook. Your giftee will be able to choose from 75 yummy and viral recipes!

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Amazon promo codes.

  • 3/25

    Squishmallows Official Kellytoy 8" Plush Mystery Pack

    $35 $23

    AMazon

    This adorable rose-shaped Squishamallow is what Valentine’s Day dreams are all about. It’s super soft and can be used to cuddle when you’re not around.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Amazon promo codes.

  • 4/25

    LANEIGE

    LANEIGE Besties Set: Hydrate & Nourish on-the-go

    $35

    Amazon

    Beauty gurus know the foundation for a flawless makeup beat begins with great skin and this gift set comes with four top sellers (a cleanser, serum, cream, water sleeping mask, and a lip mask) to help keep their skin moisturized and hydrated.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Amazon promo codes.

  • 5/25

    RobeCurls Satin Heatless Hair Curler Set

    $20 $16

    Amazon

    These satin hair curlers will help them get beautiful, bouncy curls without using a hot tool. Hair damage…where?!

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Amazon promo codes.

  • 6/25

    Urban Outfitters

    Retro Game Keychain

    $18

    Urban Outfitters

    How cute is this teeny tiny retro video game keychain? It comes with various arcade games and will help prevent your crush from getting bored at any point throughout the day.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Urban Outfitters promo codes.

  • 7/25

    USB Type C to USB A Cable - 4 Pack

    $13 $10

    Amazon

    If they’re constantly misplacing their phone chargers, a pack of colorful cables will be useful. This set has four USB cables and can work for both Apple and Android devices.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Amazon promo codes.

  • 8/25

    Cereal Candle Bowl

    $26 $20

    Amazon

    If cereal is their go-to snack, this candle will light up their day (haha). It has three wicks, gives off a sweet vanilla aroma, and comes with a spoon!

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Amazon promo codes.

  • 9/25

    Led Lights for Bedroom 100ft

    $15 $10

    Amazon

    This LED smart light strip is a favorite amongst Teen Vogue readers and Amazon shoppers. The features include a smart music mode that can change the color of the lights to match the rhythm of any song choice.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Amazon promo codes.

  • 10/25

    300 Pcs Cute Stickers

    $12 $10

    Amazon

    From their lockers, to laptops, to notebooks, and water bottles, they’ll be able to deck out their favorite items with this 300-piece sticker set.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Amazon promo codes.

  • 11/25

    Urban Outfitters

    Sonny Angel Winter Wonderland Series Blind Box Figure

    $16

    Urban Outfitters

    If they enjoy collecting Sonny Angel figures, this winter wonderland figure will be the perfect new addition to their lineup.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Urban Outfitters promo codes.

  • 12/25

    LEGO Icons Flower Bouquet Building Decoration Set

    $60 $48

    Amazon

    Real roses are amazing, but imagine giving a bouquet of flowers that will last forever! Yes, this Lego set turns into a set of flowers, which can then be displayed in a vase — without the need for water or sunlight.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Amazon promo codes.

  • 13/25

    Urban Outfitters

    Smoko Bear Toasty Heatable Plushie

    $29

    Urban Outfitters

    You can’t go wrong with this cute, heatable plushie. The heatable pouch is filled with flax seed and lavender to provide soothing comfort.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Urban Outfitters promo codes.

  • 14/25

    Birthday Cake Candle!!

    $20

    Etsy

    What’s the next best thing aside from a birthday cake? A yummy-smelling birthday candle, duh!

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Etsy promo codes.

  • 15/25

    Urban Outfitters

    Heart Locket Bow Keychain

    $12

    Urban Outfitters

    Bows are everywhere this season, from hair clips, to sweaters, and purse charms! This keychain also comes with a heart-shaped locket with an inside photo insert and a hinge clip on the exterior.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Urban Outfitters promo codes.

  • 16/25

    Stanley Quencher H2.0 FlowState Tumbler with Lid

    $50

    Amazon

    By now, you’ve probably seen the viral TikTok videos of people opening gifts and being super excited to see it’s a Stanley Cup. Give your crush the same feels with this limited edition cup, and don’t forget to record their reaction.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Amazon promo codes.

  • 17/25

    Candy & Chocolate Assorted Variety Pack

    $15 $9

    Amazon

    I want candy! Candy has traditionally been one of the most popular gifts on Valentine’s Day, so you can’t go wrong with treating your sweetheart to this variety pack.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Amazon promo codes.

  • 18/25

    We're Not Really Strangers Friendship Edition Card Game

    $25

    Urban Outfitters

    This card game is designed to deepen your friendship through deep and meaningful questions. It’s a great way to get to know your crush more.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Urban Outfitters promo codes.

  • 19/25

    14K Gold Plated Astrology Constellation Horoscope Zodiac Necklace

    $13

    Amazon

    Get your favorite jewelry lover a present they will remember. This gorgeous star constellation necklace has a 16" chain and cubic zirconia stones.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Amazon promo codes.

  • 20/25

    Raycon Everyday Speaker with Microphone

    $40 $20

    Amazon

    We’ve got a great gift idea for music lovers. Create a playlist and include the link inside a note card taped to this portable speaker.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Amazon promo codes.

  • 21/25

    12 Packs Valentine’s Day Heart Shape Bath Bomb with Cards

    $20

    Amazon

    These heart-shaped bath bombs remind us of our favorite conversation heart candies. It also features two great scents: Rose and Grape.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Amazon promo codes.

  • 22/25

    Do Not Disturb Gaming Socks

    $8

    Amazon

    Video game lovers appreciate not being distracted during playtime. Gift them this pair of socks to help them stay warm and cozy.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Amazon promo codes.

  • 23/25

    Wireless LED Gaming Controller

    $35

    Urban Outfitters

    How cool is this wireless LED gaming controller? It’ll make their game time experience feel more unique.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Urban Outfitters promo codes.

  • 24/25

    Cloud Trio Coffret Set

    $32

    Ulta

    This mini perfume set comes with three bestselling and award-winning Ariana Grande fragrances: Cloud, Cloud Intense, and Cloud Pink.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Ulta promo codes.

  • 25/25

    6 Pack Sport Bands Compatible with Apple Watch Band

    $15

    Amazon

    We can confirm that smartwatches are game chargers. You can make phone calls and texts, keep track of your health, and do more fun things, all from a tiny band on your wrist. This band set will come in handy to match their various outfits.

    Save on the best gifts for your crush with these Amazon promo codes.

Shauna Beni-Haynes is the Commerce Editor at Teen Vogue. An NYC native and beauty product lover, Shauna has covered all things beauty and style for ABC News, Condé Nast Traveler, and Prevention. She enjoys testing out new beauty products, watching makeup tutorials on Youtube, and binge-watching her favorite shows on... Read more
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