Last-minute Valentine’s gifts
Scrambling to get your partner flowers or chocolates this Valentine’s Day? Perhaps it’s time to try a different tack and think outside of the box.
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The gift of technology
Want to give a Valentine’s gift that isn’t chocolate or flowers? Perhaps a technological gift will spark the imagination.
At Kogan, you can nourish the caffeine fiend in your life with a coffee machine – the gift that keeps on giving. Kogan has a wide range to suit all price ranges: there’s a Lavazza Minu Cafe Latte Machine ($89) to a KitchenAid Espresso machine ($349) that comes in a variety of colours: almond cream, onyx black, candy apple, and medallion silver.
Alternatively, tech-heads may also enjoy an Apple Watch Series 2 ($369) or Series 3 ($489), a set of wireless headphones by Beats ($279), or fitness tracker by Fortis ($29) to keep their fitness and productivity goals on track.
Technology may also serve the needs of an enterprising home chef. Myer offers a range of slow cookers and multi-cookers (combining slow cookers with rice cooking or pressure cooking facilities) to enhance one’s culinary repertoire.
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The Cuisinart Pressure Cooker Plus ($199), with eight cooking functions, steaming, high and low cook, and smart lock safety lid, makes tender lamb shanks an easy, weeknight dinner; while the Sunbeam mini bake and grill oven ($59.95) packs a potent punch, even in the smallest of kitchen spaces.
Home is where the heart is
Trying to please the refined tastes of your beloved entertainer? At Zanui, you’ll find a flurry of framed wall art (from $239.95) to liven up one’s living area. There are depictions of Mediterranean seascapes, Australian flora, abstract art, and much more to suit the modern or rustic stylings of one’s home decor.
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If there’s precious little real estate in your partner’s home for works of art, consider lighting up their life in a different, more literal, way.
The Harvey table lamp ($79.95) is perfect for a creative workspace, comprising an exposed filament light bulb for an added steampunk flourish, while the Watson table lamp in bronze and black ($139.95) lends industrial chic to any workspace. Its adjustable arm makes it a practical choice for enlivening a work or home office.
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Gifts for entertaining are another safe bet. Take their coffee brewing to a shiny and luxurious next level with a gold Bodum French press ($89), perfect for brewing that morning cuppa or many cups for guests after a dinner party.
Domayne also offers a range of lazy susans ($69.95) crafted from acacia wood that are tailor-made to serving cheese, fruit, and other hors d’oeuvres.
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Alternatively, if your partner loves plants, consider giving a more eclectic platter such as the verdant green Salt & Pepper Miami platter ($22.95), shaped like a Monstera frond. It’s vibrant, a certain conversation starter, and dishwasher-safe to boot. It can also be paired with a longer, matching platter ($24.95) that resembles a palm leaf.
If your partner loves a refined home scent, consider giving them a reed diffuser from Jo Malone. The lime, basil, and mandarin surround scent diffuser ($122) combines a peppery, vivacious citrus aroma with sophisticated woody notes, adding a touch of refined elegance to any living area. If candles are more their jam, consider the luxurious and enticing fragrance of the Peony and Suede Blush candle ($88), which is sure to lend an atmosphere of rich, floral opulence.
Turning a new page
For your beloved bookworm, a well-chosen book is hard to beat. If you’ve picked well, a book can carry great sentimental value, impart wisdom, and expand one’s horizons – a triple threat. Booktopia has something for fiction, non-fiction, and magazine lovers alike, and offers gift certificates at range of price points ($20, $30, $50, $75, $100, $200), allowing you to leave the decision-making up to the recipient.
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A journal or notebook might make the perfect present for a partner who loves to write. In that case, Typo has all your stationery needs covered.
For the writer with an eye for aesthetics, the marble-covered 240-page A5 campus notebook ($6.99) could be just the ticket, but there are plenty of other options, including covers with world maps (for the travellers) and productivity slogans (for the workaholics).
Life’s a beach
Does your partner love the salty air, rugged coastlines, and catching a few waves? Some surf gear mightn’t go astray this Valentine’s Day. Rip Curl offers gear for men and women – and for recreational, pro surfers, and beach enthusiasts alike.
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The Overtime Stacka Navy backpack ($79.99) is a classic choice for carting around the everyday essentials, with plenty of room for storing a laptop, sports gear, drink bottles, and more. It even has an insulated cooler compartment built in, so your food can be kept fresh.
Rip Curl also offers a range of wallets for men ($49.99 and up) and women ($29.99 and up), as well as a wide variety of polarised sunglasses for men and sunglasses for women from $139.99 to protect one’s eyes from harmful UV rays.
Bottoms up
If your partner enjoys a fine bottle, then Get Wines Direct should be your first port of call. You can buy award-winning wines by the dozen, as well as customising your order depending on your preference for varietal or region. The best part: they’ll be delivered straight to you or your partner’s doorstep.
Please note that prices were correct and items were in-stock at the time of publishing. Please check product details with the retailer before purchasing.