If you're currently dating a guy who is totally happy with the five shirts he wears on rotation and the backpack he's been carrying for years, you might be struggling to come up with ideas for a V-Day gift. But even if he's not on hunt for fancy tech or hype streetwear gear, your boyfriend might love a sentimental gift that's more personalized and meaningful — especially if it's coming from you.
The best sentimental gifts usually include a reference to some kind of memory or inside joke, a cute note, or some sort of handmade touch. After all, you want to really say something with the present he'll unwrap on 2/14. That could mean a card you created yourself, a love letter on the first page of a monogrammed leather journal or a secret color changing mug and a gift card to the coffee shop where you had your first date. These gifts will help you show that you remember the little things he's mentioned in the past, whether that's a place he loves visiting or the artist he's been meaning to snag tickets to go see. After all, your love is above and beyond, so your personalized gift or letter should reflect that.
Ready to get inspired? Keep scrolling for our favorite unique, sentimental gifts for boyfriends that'll help you check "BUY VALENTINES DAY GIFT" off of your to-do list.
Tell him all the things you know and love about him in one silly, flirty, lighthearted book. Don't forget to record his reaction while he reads through it on Valentine's Day.
Spend a spare afternoon sitting down with this jar of adorable capsules and writing out 90 tiny love notes to go inside each one. We can guarantee that this is a daily pill he'll remember to take.
Long-distance couples, listen up — these little Loveboxes allow you to send each other cute messages from afar. When you've received a new message, the little heart on the front will toggle to let you know that you've got mail.
Whether it's your shared hometown or the place that you met, these customized embroidered sweatshirts will allow you to show your state pride while matching with your boo.
If you're dating a low-key guy, he'll love this simple leather bracelet that has a hidden engraved message on the inside. It'll match all of his outfits, too.
No need to be a painting protege to whip out a custom portrait for Feburary 14th — this paint by number kit turns your favorite pic into a DIY project that's way easier than it looks.
It can be easy for photos to get lost in a sea of screenshots in your camera roll. Pick out your absolute favorite ones and design your own photo book so that you'll have the memories printed forever.
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TikTok Favorite
We’re Not Really Strangers Couples Edition Card Game
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TikTok Favorite
We’re Not Really Strangers Couples Edition Card Game
This mega-popular connection game is the perfect way to form a stronger bond as a couple. Each card leads to unique conversations through simple questions like "What was I wearing on our first date?" or "How would you describe your grandparents?"
ICYMI, you can create your very own art out of the shape of your joined hands with this casting kit that uses plaster to create the prettiest sculpture.
Those songs that make you think of your first slow dance or first date can now live forever on a sick piece of retro wall art, personalized just for the two of you.
Snag a pair of tickets to go see your favorite artist live. Maybe it's the singer who wrote the song that defines you as a couple, or the band whose music you love to duet in the car.
Fill a monogrammed wallet with gift cards to all of his go-to places — the local coffee shop, his favorite burger joint, or the shop that sells that hoodie he's been eyeing for months.
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Budget Find
Moonlove Magic Custom Photo Color Changing Coffee Mug
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Budget Find
Moonlove Magic Custom Photo Color Changing Coffee Mug
This plain black mug is pretty unsuspecting (besides the heart handle, ofc) until you fill it with hot tea or coffee. The heat from your drink will reveal a photo of your choice. Voila!
Give your boyfriend's shoe game an upgrade with custom Chucks. You'll be able to edit each section of the shoe to create a unique design that he'll go nuts for.
Hannah is the assistant shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from cute apartment decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend's mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and unhinged updates on the books she’s reading on the train.