THIS IS LOVE: THE VALENTINE’S DAY GIFT GUIDE (FOR EVERYONE)

UPDATED 22ND JANUARY 2025 H.SAMUEL JEWELLERY WRITER AND EDITOR

Valentine’s Day is a lot like New Year’s Eve – you’re pressured to find something to do and someone special to do it with. But the truth is, 14th February shouldn’t be something you dread if your relationship status is single. Instead, we like to think of it as an excuse to give ourselves a little self-love and celebrate all the relationships in our life – not just the ‘one.’

So, this year, to take away the hassle and the heartache, we’ve rounded up our favourite jewellery pieces for everyone, no matter how (or who with) you’re celebrating. Want to show solidarity among besties? Try accessorising with witty nameplates (the necklace of the season, btw ). Popping the question over a romantic V-Day dinner? Keep it real with a diamond engagement ring. If you prefer to play it casual, glo-up your sweetheart neckline with a sentimental symbol or two (hearts or otherwise). And for those who want to skip the traditional motifs all together, go for coloured gemstones with spiritual meaning (and total style). Of course, all these make for the perfect gifts, too. Ya know? Just in case you’re looking.

So, whether you’re in a relationship, single or it’s complicated, get inspired by our very best V-Day picks that prove love, really is, all around. And remember: You can’t buy love. But you can buy these.

For the bestie

Galentine’s Day more your thing? Yes, you heard us right. Taking place on 13th February, it’s an annual holiday dedicated to celebrating female friendship. And what better way to show your friends a little love than with jewellery? No shade intended, but we’re not talking DIY friendship bracelets either (unless that’s what you know they’ll love, of course).

You can spoil your besties like they deserve with delicate gold chains and necklaces made for layering or mix and match styles to add to their ring stack. For the BFF who loves an iconic, on-trend piece, our clover jewellery will really show them how much they mean to you.

For the little ones

Chocolates and toys are an easy win, but sometimes we want to gift kids things that will delight them, and, most importantly, make them feel the love. Feel-good jewellery is always a winner at this time of year and it's never too early to make sure their collection is filled with pops of colour and fun-filled flourishes. Whether you’re after jewellery for toddlers or early teens, there’s plenty of playful styles that will raise a smile when the wrapping paper comes off on February 14th (and long after).

For a V-Day school disco or just because, our enamel studs bring a new level of joy to dressing up. From hearts and stars, to strawberries, flowers and knots, there’s a colourful style for every youngster. And for the mini animal enthusiasts? Look out for earrings shaped like dolphins, dogs, owls and more. There’s even bracelets and bangles in gold and silver that children can stack, mix and match, as well as easily slipping on and off without any help from adults.

For the heart’s desire

Whether it's for Valentine’s or any other day of the year, it's good to know heart pendants are always in style. So, lucky for all the gift buyers out there, we do hearts really, really well.

From necklaces, bracelets, rings and earrings, there are so many ways to make the heart-shaped jewellery your own right now. Of course, the best part is that the shape will always be meaningful, so you (or a lucky Valentine) will always want to hold on to it.

For the big question

Valentine’s Day means we should brace ourselves for our feeds to be hijacked by pearly white grins; giddy tear-stained cheeks; and endless, endless close-ups on diamond-laden, left hand, fourth fingers. In an age of jumbotron-style proposals, everything is on show for us to nosily scroll – including the ring.

So, if you’re planning the #SheSaidYes moment this V-Day, the ring needs to be on point – whether that’s a larger-than-life Forever Diamond from our Half Price Half Carat Collection, or one that sits exactly with the wedding band like our Perfect Fit styles. But one last thing – do insist they get a mani – they’ll thank you later (pretty pink is a classic look, plus it won’t take away from the main attraction).

For him

Struggling with what to get for the man or men in your life for Valentine’s Day? You’re not the only one. Luckily, Harry Styles in pearls was just the beginning. Much to our delight, the best men’s jewellery has been evolving. There’s so much more to pick from than a chain necklace or a leather wrap bracelet—and even those have got better if that’s still on his wishlist. Think stones, colour, mixed materials, and wait for it…a bit of sparkle (that says more Timothée Chalamet; less Mr T).

Whether it’s your hubby, the dad in your life, your crush-of-the-day, boyfriend, yet-to-be-labelled new relationship, or even a friend finding the right gift for a man can be hard. Don’t worry, he can easily pull these off. We’re thinking: street-style chains, dog tag pendants and signet rings to up his jewellery game.