If you are tired of seeing and listening to “Love is in the air” kind of content and are bummed about not receiving any gifts this Valentine’s Day then join the club. While we do cringe when we see couples gifting soft toys and heart-shaped boxes of chocolate or anything red or pink; we admit that feeling sad for not receiving any gifts. So, we decided to take matters into our own hands and pamper ourselves with the ultimate Valentine’s Day gifting guide for ourselves.
After all, who knows one better than themselves? Instead of pretending to be a gift, we thought of gifting something we would love and want.
Here’s a list of companies that make hampers and boxes—be it make-up, skincare, books, candles, and more.
Our Valentine’s Day gifting guide to self is the best recommendation you will need.
Ekatra
Photo: Ektara Website
If you love stationary but are looking for sustainable products with desi designs, Ekatra is the brand for you! They are known for their cloth-bound notebooks with block prints, eco-friendly packaging, and not-too-glam designs. Their price range is extremely affordable for the quality of products. Ekatra’s hampers start at ₹850 and the most expensive one is for ₹2,200. Most hampers range between ₹10,00 to ₹1,200 and they include a combination of the block printed cloth journal, scented candles, seeds jar, affirmation, and pen pal cards, letter pads with envelopes, handcrafted pouches, face packs, newspaper pencils, bookmarks, and more. With so many hamper options, we found ourselves confused as to which one to buy.
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82°E
Photo: 82E Website
What better way to treat yourself and show some self-love than makeup and skincare? Deepika Padukone’s brand, 82°E gift kit is a skincare hamper to add to your existing routine or even start a new one. If you are ready to splurge on some self-care, the skincare gift box is priced at ₹6,000 and comes in gold and nude color. The box includes their Lotus Splash cleanser, the Ashwagandha Bounce moisturiser, and the Turmeric Shield sunscreen serum.
You can buy it here.
Ferns n Petals
Photo: Ferns n Petals Website
You don’t need a Valentine to gift chocolates and flowers. You can do that for yourself! Ferns n Petals have a variety of gift hampers for one to choose from. Be it makeup, skincare, chocolates, flowers, snacks, customised mugs, wine—they have it all. Their skincare and makeup hampers by brands such as FabIndia’s Fab Essentials, Park Avenue, Renee, Yardley, The Man Company, and many more not only cater to women but also men! We love how they have hampers for literally everything and cater to all price ranges. The hampers start from ₹449 and go all the way up to ₹15,049.
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That Sassy Thing
Photo: That Sassy Thing Website
Self-pleasure is equally important in self-care. If you are single or with a partner, That Sassy Thing’s gift boxes are something that can be used individually as well. Their three gift boxes—Self Smitten Gift Box, Smitten Gift Box, and Smitten Hard Gift Box—are priced starting at ₹3,569 (after discount) and include multiple things, all for pleasure. The best part for Indians? They are 100% discreet, including packaging that won’t hint at what’s inside.
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Umbrella Store
Photo: Umbrella Store Instagram
Is your idea of a perfect Valentine’s Day date is to curl up at home with a good book? Hampers by the Umbrella Store will provide the perfect addition to staying in with their scented candle combos. We got excited seeing the Harry Potter scented candles combo (₹1,599) which has the fragrance of The Chamber of Secrets and the other is of the Slytherin Common Room. They also have other hampers which include a sipper, notebook, and more.
You can buy it here.
Kama Ayurveda
Photo: Kama Ayurveda Instagram
If you are looking for skin care and hair care products at a price that will not burn a hole in your pocket then Kama Ayurveda’s gift hampers are the perfect choice. From a variety of hampers, the Kama Ayurveda’s gift boxes have a variety of products catering to every need and are made with Ayurvedic ingredients. The boxes start at ₹890.
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Bare Necessities
Photo: Bare Necessities Instagram
If sustainability is a way of life, Bare Necessities is one of the brands that does it perfectly. Their gift boxes are zero waste and as sustainable as can get. From self-care to a travel kit, they have it all. Their Valentine’s Day gifting hamper, priced at ₹1,799, consists of a plant-based moisturiser, lip balm, recycled pencils, socks, vegan chocolate bars, a handmade cold-pressed coffee soap bar, and more, all wrapped in an eco-friendly way.
You can buy it here.
Confetti
Photo: Confetti Website
The best thing about buying yourself a gift is to get exactly what you want. A combination of Pinterest-y home décor, chocolates, skincare, and more is something you want. Confetti’s gift boxes and hampers are just that. Their hampers include an evil eye charm bracelet, bath bomb, dreamcatcher, body lotion, chocolates, candles, tea bags, snacks, and much more. Their hampers start at ₹1,190.
You can buy it here.
Interflora
Photo: Interflora Website
Valentine’s Day gifting and roses go hand in hand. But if you have no one to give you roses, why not buy them yourself to cheer you up? There is nothing wrong with buying a bouquet of roses and a teddy bear for yourself. Interflora has several hampers with flowers, chocolates, cookies, snacks, cakes, and other confectionary to cheer you up. The hampers start at ₹1,395.
You can but here.
Chumbak
Photo: Chumbak Website
This hamper is for everyone who loves bright colours and quirky patterns. Chumbak’s Unwind Favourites Box (₹995) includes a grapefruit and patchouli candle jar, a blush palette, an eye pencil, a message card, and a sweet treats chocolate tin; all in the classic Chumbak pattern box. The Me-Time box (₹1,295) also includes a travel perfume and a planter.
You can buy it here.
