Looking for the funniest Valentine's Day gifts to give in 2023? Check out these 27 whimsical and functional gift ideas.
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Smoko; Cameo
Valentine's Day gifts can pose a unique challenge if you're the kind of couple who balks at anything sappy. That means the easy fall-backs — flowers, chocolates, jewelry — can feel too boring or like you don't really know your partner.
For those looking for low-pressure Valentine's Day gift ideas that are still unique, humor is your guiding light. You can pay homage to inside jokes and favorite internet memes, conveying affection without slathering it on too thick.
Below are a few of the most clever (yet still useful) gifts you'll find on the internet. Your recipient will feel cared for, all without you polling friends to find a non-cheesy gift.
Food52
Who says bouquets have to be floral? This one comes with an assortment of European-inspired salamis you can taste-test together.
Cameo
Cameo lets you commission custom videos from celebrities, and there are plenty of fun choices available. You can pick their favorite Real Housewife, sitcom actor, or comedian to deliver a special Valentine's Day message to your beloved.
My Face Socks
Give them a practical gift with a lot of personality. You can use a photo of yourself or both of you for a Valentine's surprise they'll wear year-round.
Lovepop
There are plenty of great cards out there for pun lovers, but do they also pop up? Lovepop makes 3D cards they can have on display all holiday long, many of which feature adorable characters.
Uncommon Goods
This 1,000-piece puzzle depicts all the birds with names that could make a person blush — from the tufted titmouse to the blue-footed booby. If they're less into puzzles and more into cheeky kitchenware, this pattern also comes in a mug.
Uncommon Goods
If you're always fighting about what to watch next, this is a fun (and sweet) way to ensure more time spent in the future that doesn't involve debating your next Netflix show.
Uncommon Goods
If HBO shows aren't the only things you feel torn about, a split blanket and sheet set that lets you and your partner sleep at your own ideal temperature is the sort of invention that must usher in total peace and prosperity into your life. This one is extra wide, so each person has plenty of wiggle room.
Crown & Paw
If they're a sucker for anything to do with their pet, get them a fun portrait they'll hang up immediately. Crown & Paw makes antique-looking paintings that look like they belong above a 19th century fireplace. You can get their dog or cat portrayed as an admiral, princess, or similar figure of the past.
Smoko
Whether they love potatoes or identify as one of the couch variety, they'll get a kick out of this adorable plush holding a cupid's bow and arrow. It's sweet and cuddly, while still maintaining the perfect amount of quirkiness.
Target
If they love Legos, they'll be blown away by the creativity of a bouquet made of them. You can build it all on your own or, better yet, present them with the box and make a date night out of it.
Uncommon Goods
Part-gag gift, part-genuinely useful household item, these heart-shaped glitter toilet bombs can be plopped in to remove any smells. If they have a soft spot for poop jokes and cleanliness, you've found your gift.
Amazon
This Valentine's Day, order some sushi, set up a nice table — and surprise them with these bad boys. Whether they're big "Star Wars" fans or just love the idea of eccentric home decor, they'll get a kick out of these.
L.L. Bean
While summer is still a few months away, you can get them excited with this beach tote — which you can customize with your favorite nickname for them, an inside joke, or any other ironic message that comes to mind.
Amazon
If your love language is carbs, celebrate it with these slippers they can loaf around in all day. They're the perfect novelty gift that's also really functional, especially in the cold winter months.
Studs
Valentine's jewelry doesn't have to be all diamonds and hearts to be meaningful. A cute little "y'all" stud is a cheeky, subtle way to nod to their roots.
PersonaliseHub/Etsy
If they're big "Love Island fans, they'll love their very own Islander water bottle to sip on the next time you pull them for a chat.
Target
This is a witty parody of the childhood favorite "Are You My Mother?" that follows a woman's search for love — from the coffee shop to the bookstore. It's a great gift to give single friends — or you can gift it to someone you hope to make your boyfriend.
MeUndies
Listen, it's an excellent gift. MeUndies makes some of the softest and most comfortable underwear we've ever tested. Plus, they come in plenty of funny, limited-edition designs.
Amazon
Death Wish claims to be the world's strongest coffee — with about double the caffeine of your average cup — and it should satisfy even the most extreme buzz requirements for your partner. The brand attributes the added kick to a unique blend of Arabica and Robusta beans and a slow roasting process. It's Fair Trade, has no additives, and makes a pretty good cup of coffee.
Uncommon Goods
Ideal for newer couples, this is a low-key gift that's both A.) an activity that helps you get to know each other better in a less formal way and B.) a fun keepsake.
Amazon
Can't be there in person? Say no more. If you'd rather personalize it, you can even get a pillow of just your face.
Uncommon Goods
Since you'll be writing in all your responses to the prompts, you can be as funny or sweet as you'd like.
Food52
Make it spicy all year long with a subscription to gourmet, small-batch hot sauces. Go the extra mile and have your own "Hot Ones" competition to really heat things up.
4UGIFTSONLINE/Etsy
Cope with small everyday stressors with the catharsis of an emergency candy stash.
Target
A shower holder for a glass of wine is one of the most unique — and oddly thoughtful — gifts you can give, especially for anyone whose ideal night includes a bath bomb.
Amazon
This ingenious device might seem a little much, but it's absolutely worth the counter space. It can make two egg breakfast sandwiches *at the same time*, which is all you need to top your mornings together. Honestly, if you end up breaking this out for your Valentine's Day dinner, no judgment.
andthenagaindesigns/Etsy
Cute, succinct, functional, and goes well with a family-sized box of their favorite cereal.
