14 Valentine's Day Gifts That'll Trump Chocolate and Roses
Don't get us wrong... we're all for surprise chocolates and roses, but if you're looking to go one better this year, bypass the grocery store-bought flowers and get your Valentine / Galentine / Self* a gift worth cherishing all Summer long.
Here are our top 14 swoon-worthy Valentine's Day gift idea - each one certifiably more romantic than plastic-wrapped flowers.
*Self-love is key, so go on, spoil yourself.
1. Aloe Body Mist ($22.95): It'll not only make a great #shelfie addition, but it works a treat too! This Salt by Hendrix body mist is great for those who like to spend a lot of time in the sun. When skin is dry, or tired from the sun, it's the ultimate revitaliser to quickly provide moisture and purify the complexion.
2. Peony Berry Panel Bandeau ($99.00) & Berry Staple Pant ($89.00): Avoid the cliche's of red lingerie, and go one better with a red bikini. Our top pick this season is the Berry bikini by peony swimwear.
3. Magical Rose Illuminating Elixir Creme ($59.00): Made from natural oils, this bottle is full of goodness to help your special someone's skin feel and look its best.
4. Farah Raffia Slide ($119.00): Our best selling Farah Raffia Slides are a guaranteed to bring on the warm and fuzzies. Our Raffia Slides are handmade with love from artisans in Marrakech, Morocco, and are the perfect slide to take you from beach to bar.
5. Hunza G Swimwear (fr. $235.00): It's the one-size-fits-all-looks-amazing-on-everybody brand that makes swimwear shopping that whole lot easier. Not only does it look incredible, it makes you feel it too! Our pick: The Isolde Domino one piece swimsuit in Metallic Slate.
6. Palm Beach Woven Bag ($69.00): Our popular Palm Beach Woven Bag is perfect for any beach-lover as its open weave style helps the sand escape from the bag, before it gets brought home.
7. Pinky Tidal Bikini Top ($79.00) & High Waisted Bottoms ($69.00): This super playful Okay Pretty bikini is perfect for any fun-loving lady. Featuring a signature ring back detail, this bikini is made from imported luxury Italian fabric with sustainable Econyl.
8. Confetti Days Pink Fringe Slides ($185.00): You can't go wrong with a pair of TANMADE original fringe slides. Handmade by creative mastermind Tan Arlidge, these unique beauties feature beautiful blush cotton fringing with a metallic confetti jute braid.
9. Capri Melanin Boosting Oil ($24.95): Perfect for the animal lover and ethically conscious, CocoLuxe Body's natural sun tanning oil is 100% vegan and Australian made.
10. Palm Spring Bikini Top ($175.00) & Bottoms ($189.00): If it's good enough for style icons like Gigi Hadid, Jessica Alba, Bambi Northwood Blyth and Saasha Burns, it's good enough for your Valentine! Marysia's rose coloured Palm Spring bikini is effortlessly chic, featuring the brands' signature scalloped edging and pebbled stretch-crepe material.
11. Polkaco Pom Pom Hat (fr. $220.00): We can't get enough of these amazing straw hats, and we're sure your Valentine will love it too. These holiday essentials come in a range of different styles and colours, the hardest part is choosing which one!
12. Havana Sun Visor ($29.00): Handmade from woven palm leaves, our best selling Havana Sun Visors feature a cotton lining with elastic back. Available in Tan, Natural, Black, and Monochrome.
13. Casanova Top ($143.00) & Rick James Bottom ($77.00): Feminine and flirty, this bra-style Fella Swim bikini offers plenty of support and comfort... what more could you want in a loved one?!
14. Gift Card (fr. $50.00): Give the gift of choice this Valentine's Day, whilst still getting kudos because you chose Beach Luxe! Gift Cards are the perfect gift for those hard-to-buy-for types, and can help contribute to that special someone's next purchase. Beach Luxe gift cards come in $50, $100, $250 & $300 amounts. If you want to tailor an amount for your special someone, just get in touch by emailing hello@beachluxe.com.au
View our full Valentine's Day gift guide options here.