As we get closer to Valentine’s Day, there’s sure to be a rush of gifts bought, dates planned and love to be felt.
While we’re so busy trying to show someone how loved they are, we shouldn’t let ourselves fade away into the background – after all, love doesn’t have to be directed only towards someone else, does it?
So, why not take the opportune day of Valentine’s Day to show yourself some love and appreciation?
If you’re looking to celebrate yourselves this Valentine’s Day, here are four unique ventures that are as precious if bought as a treat for yourself as they would be gifted to someone else.
May’s Valentine’s Day Snail Mail
In an era of quick texts and voice notes, there is something special about receiving a letter. Started in October 2025, May’s Snail Mail which encapsulates the art of letter writing, handmade arts and poems offers a much-needed reprieve from the busy digital world.
For Valentine’s Day, a special mail is being prepared where you can opt for either the theme of ‘Self Love’ and ‘Love is Political.’ Comprising of an art print, poem and letter following the themes, this mail can be a heartfelt gift to yourself to allow a pause, a moment to love and celebrate yourselves as you deserve to be.
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BoOK’ed for Valentine’s Mystery Box
If you’re a book lover, is there anything better than receiving a surprise box of books to get cozy with? The idea for Mystery Book Boxes came to curator Gauri Popli ( spines.and.scribbles) driven by her love for thoughtful gifting and surprises.
The Valentine’s Day edition of the Mystery Book Boxes was created as a celebration of solo dates with books, and a reminder to choose ourselves and find comfort in the quiet rituals. Rooted in the element of surprise – of not knowing which book you’ll receive to the handwritten and handmade elements inside, the box is about slowing down, enjoying the moment and discover the contentment of spending time with yourselves.
Designed to be a solo date activity where you don’t need to perform, impress, or meet any expectations, these Mystery Book Boxes don’t just come with a good story for you to sink into, they are also a gentle guide to self-love that leaves you feeling seen and appreciated in small but meaningful ways.
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Poetry & Presents’ ‘Love Notes to Self’ Jar
Designed for those who value emotion over excess, Poetry & Presents is a brand where each thoughtfully curated poetry jar feels like a reflection of you.
A brand that transforms gifts into lasting keepsakes, each poetry jar is rooted in a specific relationship or emotion, delivering a heartfelt and deeply personal gift to others – and yourself.
While all jars are created to be filled with joy, care, reassurance and love, the “Love Notes to Self ” jar goes further as it encapsulates personal reflection, emotional grounding, encouraging a kinder relationship with yourselves. Crafted with the intent of offering comfort, affirmation, and quiet moments of reflection, these self-love jars remind you to choose and celebrate yourselves this Valentine’s Day.
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Alienchikki’s Personalised Keepsakes
Rooted in the intent of making people genuinely happy, gifting brand Alienchikki‘s emotion-led, story-driven creations are designed to make people pause, smile and feel seen and valued.
From custom miniature keepsakes, custom storybooks, story-based magnets, personality pop keychains and many personalized keepsakes, each product from the brand is built around the recipient’s personality, quirks, memories, their journeys and relationships. Shaping not a heartfelt narrative encapsulated in a tangible gift, Alienchikki delivers a reminder of why someone – or YOU – matters in this world.
Founded by freelance illustrator-turned-gifting-entrepreneur Shreya who runs the brand as a mother-daughter venture Alienchikki is a celebration of our individual stories and memories framed by craftsmanship and warmth.
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