Valentine’s Day has a habit of encouraging quick gestures: flowers that fade, chocolates that disappear, gifts that feel forgotten by the following week. But romance doesn’t have to be fleeting.
This year’s Valentine’s gift guide focuses on longevity over novelty. From pieces made to be worn every day to items that improve daily life, these are gifts chosen for the months and years ahead. Because gifting something that lasts is about paying attention to how someone lives, what they value, and what they’ll actually use, rather than defaulting to thoughtless and let’s be honest – traditional tat.
Whether it’s for the home, travel, or themselves, consider this a Valentine’s edit for those who prefer gifts that endure long after the card is recycled.
Minoa – Valentine’s Gifts for Better Sleep (Prices Vary)
If you’re buying her a Valentine’s gift that’s actually going to be used, good bedding is hard to beat. UAE-based eco-luxe bedding and home textiles brand Minoa offers sheets and duvet covers made from natural materials, including bamboo lyocell, linen, hemp and ethical mulberry silk, chosen for breathability and comfort. Designed for year-round use and warmer climates, they’re practical, well-made and easy to live with. A long-lasting option for someone you’d rather gift something meaningful than another one-day gesture.
Lush – A Lush Kind of Love Gift (AED 450)
Lush’s A Lush Kind of Love gift set is a feel-good Valentine’s option for anyone who values self-care with substance. Packed with seven bestselling bath and body treats, from bath bombs to body lotion, it smells heavenly, is thoughtfully handmade and won’t be rushed through in a single night. The gift box itself is made from 100 per cent recycled board, packed with compostable Eco-Pops, and designed by UK illustrator Jasmine Floyd. This is a Valentine’s gift that encourages rest, ritual and a little time offline – and doesn’t add to landfill.
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Explore (From AED 1,500)
An eco-gift isn’t fleeting, and Bang & Olufsen’s Beosound Explore is designed with longevity at its core. Built for life outdoors, its robust aluminium casing and long lifespan make it a more thoughtful alternative to throwaway tech. Rather than adding clutter, this stylish Bluetooth speaker is a perfect companion on picnics, hikes, and slow weekends in nature. A great choice for couples who value durability, design and time well spent. Available in several colours, we’re in love with the special edition in blossom.
Lola From Rio Hair Growth Kit (AED AED 140)
This one’s for the partner who loves bold bottles, great scents and results that feel genuinely uplifting. Hair loss is a surprisingly common issue in the UAE, and while no one wants a Valentine’s gift that screams ‘problem-solving,’ this playful, vegan kit lands as pure self-care. Bright, fun and full of personality, Lola from Rio turns hair growth into something joyful rather than clinical: think lush textures, addictive scents and a routine that feels good to use. It’s the kind of gift that says I see you, I care, and this helps bring back stronger, fuller, happier hair in the process. Let’s be honest it’s a confidence boost that lasts far longer than a flower.
Swarovski x Ariana Grande – Charming Love collection (Prices Vary)
For Valentine’s this year, Swarovski’s ‘Charming Love’ collection brings sparkle to the season with romantic motifs and playful crystal designs, co-created with global ambassador Ariana Grande. Grande – who has publicly followed a plant-based lifestyle for many years and champions cruelty-free beauty through her own ventures – brings her signature joy and self-expression to the campaign, celebrating love in all its forms. While crystal jewellery isn’t inherently eco-centric, Swarovski’s move away from mined gemstones and steps toward responsible materials make this a thoughtful pick for anyone drawn to long-lasting gifts that offer fashion and sentiment.
KJ Serums – Glow & Pamper Gift Set (AED 599)
KJ Serums’ Glow & Pamper Gift Set is a generous Valentine’s option for anyone who values skincare that’s hand-blended locally, made to order with all-natural ingredients – and actually works! Bringing together the brand’s most-loved essentials from the Essential Glow Night Rescue Oil to hydrating serums, masks and hand care, it’s designed for long-term skin health. The formulas focus on a winning trio of hydration, nourishment and repair, making it a gift that keeps delivering well beyond Valentine’s Day.
NespressoVertuo Pop Coffee Machine (AED 1,099)
Pink, playful, and surprisingly affordable, the Vertuo Pop is the kind of gift that feels fun yet genuinely useful, and is ideal for the coffee lover (or pink enthusiast) in your life. Certified B Corp, Nespresso sources its coffee through the AAA Sustainable Quality™ Program, supporting fairer pay and more resilient farming practices, while the machine itself is made with 35 per cent recycled plastic and features an energy-saving auto-shutoff. It’s perfect for slow mornings and shared coffees that last long after Valentine’s Day.
Underprotection Lingerie – Romance, With Principles (AED 200)
Underprotection shows that Valentine’s lingerie can be playful and planet-minded. The Danish B Corp–certified brand creates beautifully wearable pieces using recycled materials and responsible production, without losing any of the fun. This fuchsia Christy High Apex bra brings the drama in colour, the confidence in fit, and the feel-good factor of something designed to be worn, loved, and kept long after Valentine’s Day.
Etika Jewels – A Valentine’s Gift That Starts With Her (Prices Vary)
This Valentine’s Day, Etika Jewels has launched UNAPOLOGETIC, a fine jewellery collection celebrating self-expression, confidence, and individuality. Founded in the UAE by Basma Chaieri, the brand is known for its ethical approach to luxury, creating sustainable, lab-grown diamond pieces designed for everyday wear. Featuring bold 18K gold statement rings set with vividly coloured lab-grown diamonds, we’re especially drawn to the pretty Siren ring.
Rimowa – The Ultimate Valentine’s Gift for Travellers (Prices Vary)
RIMOWA is for travellers who believe the journey should last longer than the trend cycle. Designed to be repaired, kept and travelled with for years, its suitcases are made for shared adventures — spontaneous weekends away, long-planned escapes and the trips you still talk about long after you’re home. In a world of throwaway travel gear, there’s something quietly reassuring about luggage that’s built to stay with you. A thoughtful Valentine’s gift for couples who value experiences over excess, and memories over more things. We’re coveting the gorgeous Clay and Terracotta Collection.
Gift That Grows – One Tree Planted (Starting from AED150)
If flowers fade and chocolates disappear, this is a Valentine’s gift that keeps going. One Tree Planted’s Tree-Card allows you to gift tree planting in your loved one’s name, supporting global reforestation projects where they’re needed most. It’s simple, personal and quietly powerful — a reminder that love can be future-facing too. For anyone who prefers meaning over more things, this is a gift that quite literally puts roots down.
