Everyone knows red and pink roses are a Valentine’s Day classic. But roses aren’t the only things that look great in those romantic colors. So if you’re looking to stray from the traditional bouquets this year, we found a bunch — 33, to be exact — of Strategist-favorite gift ideas in shades of red and pink that make, if not more romantic, at least more immediately useful gifts for your beloved valentine.
If they just got a new phone
If they’re clumsy but love to cook
Protect their hands with a pair of powder-pink cut-resistant gloves.
If they’re wellness-minded with a sweet tooth
Follow Tommy Chong’s lead and stock up on this pink kombucha.
If they prefer candy bars to boxes of chocolate
Make them smile with a hunk of Strategist-approved milk chocolate wrapped in cherry red.
If they live far away
An expert-recommended vibrator for the days when you’re apart.
If they don’t see the point of cut flowers
If they could use a little sparkle
Offer to paint their nails with this glittery pink polish.
If they could use a lot of sparkle
Send them a case of their favorite seltzer.
If they’re an aspiring tumbler
A tube of Navarro cheerleader–approved lipstick will help them get the look.
If they’re an avid flier
This rose-gold rolling suitcase will stand out from all the others, should they be forced to check it.
If they value hydration
Show your love with a status water bottle in neon pink.
Inside and out
Soothe their skin with the essence of wild roses.
If the cat is their first love
If the dog is their first love
If they keep a daily diary
Encourage their habit with a leather-bound upgrade.
If they complain about the streetlight outside your apartment
If they’re serious about sustainability
If you’re trying to set a mood
If all their other bags are black
A bright-pink leather pouch from Everlane will add some punch to their closet.
If their hair has a mind of its own
If they run cold
Ganni’s cotton-candy-pink scarf (that’s also on sale) will wrap them in warmth.
If they keep tea bags in their work bag
Outfit their cubicle with this electric kettle.
If they do the dishes more than you
