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56 Romantic Gifts Your Partner Will Treasure

Gifts she doesn't even know she wants—yet.

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Tis (almost) the season. Love is in the air. Romance is all about being in tune with your partner. Are you actually listening or are you acting as though you are listening? Are you noticing what they've been doing more of or less of, what they've expressed interest in, what they've been getting excited about? To put it as non-romantically as possible, romance is about paying attention.

With the holidays upon us, getting a gift that exudes the message you're trying to send—ahem, a romantic one—begins before the gift itself. You have to actually know what your partner finds romantic in the first place. Maybe it's what we've been trained to think romantic means, like a massage or red roses or a box of chocolates. Your partner might love any or all of those things. But, maybe what really gets them going is a relaxing night alone (sorry) or a little something that shows you really do know them. You gotta make her feel seen.

To help you be prepared for the holiday season, we've gathered deeply romantic gift ideas that span the spectrum of what your partner might actually interpret romantic to mean to them. Maybe it isn't abundantly obvious to you—especially if your relationship is still brand spanking new or if you're going through that one-year mark rough patch or if your relationship is so worn-in to the extent that you've been thinking up thoughtful gifts for them for years—but either way, these gifts are sure to make them feel all the feels.

Most Thoughtful Gift For Your Partner

By: Remember When Journals "All the Reasons I Love You: Fill In Book for Partner"

"All the Reasons I Love You: Fill In Book for Partner"
Most Thoughtful Gift For Your Partner

By: Remember When Journals "All the Reasons I Love You: Fill In Book for Partner"

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If you have 52 things you love about her, you can spill them in this incredibly thoughtful book. (PSA: There's a good chance she'll show her friends how sweet this is, so don't write anything too embarrassing.)

Best Gift for Your Favorite Feminist

The New York Times 'Women Making History'

'Women Making History'
Best Gift for Your Favorite Feminist

The New York Times 'Women Making History'

Romance for the staunch feminist is a coffee table book recounting decades of coverage of the fight for women's equality.

Best Gift for Cooking Together

Food Subscription

Food Subscription
Best Gift for Cooking Together

Food Subscription

If you're going paleo together, there's a Sun Basket meal plan for that. Same if you're sticking to low-carb or vegetarian or any other special food plan. Simply sign them up for a subscription and cook each meal that arrives together, whenever you can.

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Best Romantic Picnic Gift

Korchmar Bellevue Single Wine Tote

Bellevue Single Wine Tote
Best Romantic Picnic Gift

Korchmar Bellevue Single Wine Tote

If y'all love summer picnics or just find yourselves always carrying a bottle of wine, a wine tote is an adorable little luxury.

Most Affordable Romantic Gift

Catbird Baby Cygnet Ring

Baby Cygnet Ring
Most Affordable Romantic Gift

Catbird Baby Cygnet Ring

You shouldn't be looking for an affordable gift. If you're buying jewelry, you should buy at the top of whatever your budget is. If you're budget is around $150, this Catbird engravable signet as good as you'll find.

Best Birthday Gift for Your Partner

Birthdate Co. Candle

Candle
Best Birthday Gift for Your Partner

Birthdate Co. Candle

A birth date carries significant astral meaning, as you'll both learn from this personalized candle and guidebook. Perfect for your Co-Star-consulting partner who knows what terms like "in retrograde" mean and whether or not your star signs are compatible.

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Best Personalized Gift for Your Partner

Melanie Ponchot Custom Love Boat Portrait

Custom Love Boat Portrait
Best Personalized Gift for Your Partner

Melanie Ponchot Custom Love Boat Portrait

Artist Melanie Ponchot will personalize the two figures in the boat to represent both of you, from hair color to personal items. So cute we could scream.

Best Diamond Jewelry Gift

Ring Concierge Mini Diamond Tennis Bracelet

Mini Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Best Diamond Jewelry Gift

Ring Concierge Mini Diamond Tennis Bracelet

Or, you could always go the old-fashioned route with a diamond tennis bracelet. What can I say? This is the gift that has stood the test of time, and, really, nothing says "I love you" quite like diamonds do. You can also snag the new matching Mini Necklace to go along with it, if you're feeling generous.

Another Classic Diamond Gift

Blue Nile Diamond Stud Earrings in 14k White Gold

Diamond Stud Earrings in 14k White Gold
Another Classic Diamond Gift

Blue Nile Diamond Stud Earrings in 14k White Gold

Another classic: Diamond earrings. They're simple, but they say a lot. They're wearable, too, and whether or not they're passed down, she'll love and cherish them for years.

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Most Stylish Practical Gift

J.Crew House Slippers in Sherpa

House Slippers in Sherpa
Most Stylish Practical Gift

J.Crew House Slippers in Sherpa

Fuzzy socks are a holiday classic, but as her partner, you can one-up those basic gift-givers and get her fuzzy slippers instead. J.Crew's are actually very cute, cozy, and say "I want you to be warm and stylish."

Best Small Leather Gift

Bottega Veneta Cassette Intrecciato Leather Cardholder

Cassette Intrecciato Leather Cardholder
Best Small Leather Gift

Bottega Veneta Cassette Intrecciato Leather Cardholder

Let me tell you a secret about women: We love Bottega. Their iconic green leather intrecciato wallet is a sweet, thoughtful gift if I ever saw one. Maybe you can stick a few wads of cash in there, too.

Most Trendy Jewelry Gift

Ettika Crystal Knot Earrings

Crystal Knot Earrings
Most Trendy Jewelry Gift

Ettika Crystal Knot Earrings

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For earrings that are super affordable but don't skimp on being trendy, opt for Ettika's elegant, chic statement earrings. Everyone loves jewelry, and this is a gift that'll show how fashion-forward her partner is, too.

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Best Fluffy, Cozy Gift

Soho Home House Robe

House Robe
Best Fluffy, Cozy Gift

Soho Home House Robe

If you've ever—and I mean ever—been at a hotel or spa with her and heard her say she wishes she could take the bathrobes home, this is the ultimate gift. It shows you listen. It shows you pay attention to the details—and with a hood, removable belt, and fluffy fabric, Soho Home is paying attention to the details, too.

Chicest Jewelry Gift

Movado Esperanza Bracelet

Esperanza Bracelet
Chicest Jewelry Gift

Movado Esperanza Bracelet

Made with yellow gold stainless steel, this button-clasp bracelet is a timeless, elegant beauty that'll keep you close to her whenever she wears it.

Best Makeup Gift Set

Chanel Absolute Allure Makeup Set

Absolute Allure Makeup Set
Best Makeup Gift Set

Chanel Absolute Allure Makeup Set

Chanel has some of the finest makeup on the market, and their makeup set makes gifting easy. You don't have to match her skin shade or skin type, because the red lipstick and lash-lifting mascara is universal.

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Best Luxe Bedtime Gift

Petite Plume Luxe Pima Cotton Green Stripe Pajama Set

Luxe Pima Cotton Green Stripe Pajama Set
Best Luxe Bedtime Gift

Petite Plume Luxe Pima Cotton Green Stripe Pajama Set

You know what's romantic? Curling up in front of the fire to watch a movie together in your matching, super-soft striped PJs.

Best Designer Accessory Gift

Loewe Scarf in Mohair and Wool

Scarf in Mohair and Wool
Best Designer Accessory Gift

Loewe Scarf in Mohair and Wool

It's cold out there. You know what she could use? A luxe, fashionable scarf from Loewe—it warms the body and the soul, TBH.

Sweetest Jewelry Gift for Your Partner

Sydney Evan Gold & Diamond Begonia Charm

Gold & Diamond Begonia Charm
Sweetest Jewelry Gift for Your Partner

Sydney Evan Gold & Diamond Begonia Charm

If she wears gold, you know what you have to do. Combine the two most romantic things on the market, of course—flowers and jewelry.

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Best-Smelling Gift For Your Partner

Boy Smells Cameo, Hinoki Fantôme, LES Mini Candle Trio Set

Cameo, Hinoki Fantôme, LES Mini Candle Trio Set
Best-Smelling Gift For Your Partner

Boy Smells Cameo, Hinoki Fantôme, LES Mini Candle Trio Set

Boy Smells is one of the most popular candle brands out there right now, because their candles smell good as hell. And if she likes candles, then this trio of testers is the ultimate gift.

Another Great-Smelling Gift

Diptyque Tubéreuse Scented Candle

Tubéreuse Scented Candle
Another Great-Smelling Gift

Diptyque Tubéreuse Scented Candle

Or, if she's a one-big-candle kinda gal, Diptyque has an option that's stunning in both smell and appearance. It'll last for a while, and you'll be blessed with spicy-sweet floral notes every time it burns.

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