How Joanna Goddard, the Block Shop Sisters, and 3 More Cool Creatives Do Valentine’s Day Gifting
There can be so much pressure involved with shopping for a Valentine’s Day gift. If you’re in love, then you want something that showcases just how well you know the person you’re thinking about all the time. If you’ve got a crush, then you’re seeking out something that shoots your shot in a totally cool yet irresistible way. And if you want to make a friend feel special, then you hope to do so without the vibes of a consolation prize. Phew!
Thankfully, shopping for Valentine’s Day gifts is a whole lot easier when you ask for advice, so we reached out to five stylish creatives to share what they’d recommend wrapping up for the occasion. From home goods and wardrobe accessories, to small DIYs and classic gestures, here’s how they plan on spoiling their special someones knowing that their picks have universal appeal.
“I love swapping books we’ve enjoyed. My boyfriend recently gave me Gilead, and I gave him Olive Kitteridge. You learn about your partner when you read something that’s meant a lot to them. And I love giving my boyfriend flowers. Men rarely get flowers—some men go their whole lives without getting them—but flowers bring joy to everyone. So, whoever you love, go for a big bouquet of blooms!” — Joanna Goddard, founder of Cup of Jo and Big Salad
“I love to buy artwork for Valentine’s Day with my partner, rather than for my partner. (Our anniversary is February 14, so we kind of celebrate both together.) It doesn’t have to be anything big, but it always feels special. One of my go-to spots is A Sometimes Gallery, where I would probably pick up this cyanotype bow by Amy Rowan. I also have so many Naomi Wilkinson pieces: I cannot resist something like this coffee pot print. It’s a great way to grow an art collection while having a visual reminder of your love.” —Jessica Poundstone, artist
“There’s simply nothing more elegant than a silk scarf tucked neatly into a sweater, which is why you should consider one seriously for a Valentine’s Day gift. Our Dolomite scarf is a triple threat: It’s silk, it’s square, and it’s block printed which makes it especially beautiful and unusual.” —Grier Stockman and Hopie Stockman, co-founders of Block Shop
“I love to give things that are handmade. I’ve always enjoyed making things for my loved ones, and having kids has made it even more fun. I adore Happy Medium, an incredible art cafe in NYC, where you can make a collage for a card, paint pottery for a personalized trinket, or make an elevated friendship bracelet with beads. I also think you can’t go wrong with hearts on anything, like in a sweet charm or a pair of socks.” —Joyce Lee, design and creative consultant
“A box of Jeni’s Ice Creams would be a perfect Valentine’s Day treat, especially for a friend who might be in need of a little pick-me-up. It looks like they have a great curation of Valentine’s Day flavors, too. I wouldn’t complain in the least if someone gifted me a bit of sweetness this holiday… hint hint.” —Alisha Ramos, founder of Downtime
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