Make an effort with these thoughtful Valentine's Day gift ideas

We get it, Valentine's Day can be a little much with all its red roses, heart-shaped boxes and overflowing restaurants. However, it's also a great excuse to do something nice for your partner.

Even if Valentine's Day hasn't been your thing in the past, there's never a bad time to step up and show your partner how much they mean to you. And it doesn't have to follow the traditional flowers and chocolate theme – the perfect gift depends on the person you love.

If you want to put some effort into Valentine's Day this year, here are some gift ideas to get you going.

NOTE: Prices are accurate at time of publishing.

Aesop Body Care Trio Gift Set

$110 for the Original Trio$145 for the Geranium Leaf Trio

Treat your loved one to this pack of Aesop's bestsellers, the perfect luxurious toiletries to make their every day a little more special.

You can get the Original Trio, which contains the Resurrection Aromatique Hand Wash (500mL), ​Geranium Leaf Body Cleanser (100mL) and the Eleos Aromatique Hand Balm (75mL).

However, you can also get the Geranium Leaf Trio, which comes with the Geranium Leaf Body Cleanser (500mL), Geranium Leaf Body Scrub (180mL), and Geranium Leaf Body Balm (100mL).

Sheridan Aven Australian Cotton Robes

$118.99 per robe

Any monogrammed gift is a show of effort, in our opinion. Taking the time and money to have an item personalised for someone shows them you truly care.

These luxurious bathrobes from Sheridan can be personalised with your partner's initials – or even your initials together, giving your loved one the hotel pampering experience. The monogramming costs an extra $17.50.

Bellroy Tokyo Compact Tote Tokyo Compact Tote

$169 on The Iconic

A fancy tote bag is both a special and functional gift for your partner – and this one from Bellroy is perfect for work or running errands.

The sleek, unisex design and multiple compartments are perfect for anyone sick of flimsy canvas totes and rummaging through their bag.

This way, they can carry a piece of you everywhere they go.

Lego Botanicals Flower Bouquet Building Set

$98.94 on Amazon

Instead of a real bouquet that will wilt within days, why not buy a variation with this gorgeous Lego Botanicals set?

Fans and non-fans of Lego alike will enjoy this gift. It's a fun activity to do together and a piece of home décor once you're finished.

I Wrote a Book About You

$31.35 here

Ever wanted your partner to know just how much you love them (and how much their annoying habits bug you)?

I Wrote a Book About You lets you fill out pages of sweet and light-hearted questions about your loved one and gift the answers to them.

With gorgeous illustrations and plenty of humour, your partner is sure to keep it for years to come.

Guerlain Velvet Matte Lipstick

On Sephora for $55

If your partner loves makeup or just a good lip colour, this Guerlain Velvet Matte Lipstick (and the matching mirror case) is a perfect little luxurious gift.

Though on the pricier side of gifts on this list, they'll be able to refill the case – which comes in six different patterns – with new lipstick bullets for years to come.

The mirror is a convenience they might not have thought of, particularly if they're always using their front phone camera or rushing to the bathroom to apply lipstick!

Guerlain's lipstick has a creamy satin finish and comes in shades to complement every skin tone.

Therapist Select Plus Percussion Massage Gun

Was $149, now $111.75

Is your loved one always complaining about sore muscles?

This massage gun delivers a targeted deep-tissue massage to help relieve common muscle pain and stiffness, and it's on sale now for just $111.

It features six interchangeable attachments to meet your partner's needs and six different intensity levels.

Satin Stripe Pyjama Set

Was $64.95, now $45.47

What's more luxurious than a satin pyjama set?

Gift your partner the ultimate night-time comfort, and even better – buy yourself a matching pair!

This satin stripe set by Chloe and Lola is perfect for warm to mild weather and is currently on sale for just $45.

One Six Eight London Gabriella Mirror Large Jewellery Box

$109.95 on Myer

While many people wouldn't think to buy one for themselves, a quality jewellery box is a game-changer.

Tangled, messy jewellery is always a hassle, so why not buy your loved one an organiser that looks beautiful on their shelf?

This one from Myer includes three tiers, two removable drawers and a soft grey velvet inner lining. It comes in three sizes – small, medium and large – depending on your jewellery needs.

Design Studio Watches Case Jewel Box

Now on sale for $41

For those whose partners are into their watches, this no-fuss, compact leather organiser could be the perfect thoughtful gift this Valentine's.

If they often travel and bring their watches with them, it also doubles as a luxe travel case for watches, jewellery, and other small bits.

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