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The Best Last-Minute Valentine's Day Gifts to Shop Now

Don't miss it this year.

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You promise you didn't—and even if you have, your gift is in the mail, right? That excuse used to work perfectly, except that now there's a little thing called Amazon, who will ship anything overnight, and sometimes, same day. If you show up to Valentine's Day without a gift, it's obviously all on you. Sure, maybe most popular gifts are all sold out. Maybe you just couldn't think of what to get this year and ran out of time. (In that case, check out the single best Valentine's Day 2024 gift). Whatever your current circumstance is, don't worry. These kind of things happen. They always happen to somebody. No need to sulk. But, you do have to get a gift as soon as humanly possible.

You don't have to waste your time browsing though, because we did that for you. Here, we've curated a gift guide of stylish, no-frills, last-minute options that can still make it before the big day—whether it's Valentine's Day or an early in the year birthday. Most importantly, each one will get to you or your receiver’s address fast and intact (tip your delivery folks)—but that doesn't mean you shouldn't order ASAP. The retailers below are the real saints of St. Valentine's Day, with ultra-fast shipping and selections any giftee will love. Take a look—maybe you'll outdo your past gift-giving efforts.

For a Foodie

The Caviar Co. Love & Latkes

Love & Latkes
For a Foodie

The Caviar Co. Love & Latkes

$250 at thecaviarco.com

Need a last-second date night or a little something for the foodie in your life? I just christened The Caviar Co. the best place to buy a Valentine's Day gift. Any time you need a little last-second romance, a caviar kit is the way to go.

Why Did You Wait This Long?

REI Gift Card

Gift Card
Why Did You Wait This Long?

REI Gift Card

Are we talking real last minute? Like hours to go? No worries, an REI gift card will do the trick. Or pick from a few other of our favorites.

For Quick-Shipped Cashmere

Naadam The Essential $75 Cashmere Sweater

The Essential $75 Cashmere Sweater
For Quick-Shipped Cashmere

Naadam The Essential $75 Cashmere Sweater

Naadam is a go-to retailer for all things soft and warm and romantic, really. Just look at this cashmere sweater, for only $75.

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Best Sneakers Gift

Golden Goose Ball Star LTD Sneakers

Ball Star LTD Sneakers
Best Sneakers Gift

Golden Goose Ball Star LTD Sneakers

Designer sneakers that say "Love You"—name a better present.

For the Audiophile

Beats Studio Pro

On Sale
Studio Pro
For the Audiophile

Beats Studio Pro

Now 43% Off

Beats' new and improved headphones, shipped to you within two days courtesy of Amazon dot com.

For Wellness Tech

Therabody SmartGoggles

SmartGoggles
For Wellness Tech

Therabody SmartGoggles

Our editors all want a pair of Therabody SmartGoggles. Your friends and family probably all want SmartGoggles. If not, there's a piece of wellness tech for them at Therabody. Just be careful here: The brand doesn't have the fastest shipping around. Order a week before the big day ,and you will be fine.

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For Luxury Staples

Brunello Cucinelli Silk & Virgin Wool Jacquard Tie

Silk & Virgin Wool Jacquard Tie
For Luxury Staples

Brunello Cucinelli Silk & Virgin Wool Jacquard Tie

Nordstrom has just about everything, for every guy—whether he likes tech, fine leather goods, or just high-quality clothing like this jacquard tie, it's all there.

For the Coffee Lover

illy Y3.3 iperEspresso Machine

illy Y3.3 iperEspresso Machine
For the Coffee Lover

illy Y3.3 iperEspresso Machine

Upgrade their machine to this cute and compact one from illy. It comes in white, black, and blue as well, but go festive and get the red.

A Skincare Upgrade

OneSkin Travel Kit

OneSkin Travel Kit
A Skincare Upgrade

OneSkin Travel Kit

Help them upgrade their skin care routine with something they'll actually use. OneSkin is known for its clean ingredients and peptide rich formula. This travel set is perfect for the person on the go.

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For Luxury Bath Essentials

The Citizenry Aegean Cotton Bath Robe

Aegean Cotton Bath Robe
For Luxury Bath Essentials

The Citizenry Aegean Cotton Bath Robe

Now 64% Off

The Citizenry makes a ton of great bath stuff, but if you're in a bind, we say go for the Turkish cotton-linen blend robes. They're spa quality, so few people will have any robe they love more than this one.

For Designer Accessories

Loewe Leather Cardholder

Leather Cardholder
For Designer Accessories

Loewe Leather Cardholder

Mr Porter's luxury gifts put it at the top of many wishlists. The retailer not only has insanely cool items, but also speedy shipping. Plus, if you're in the NYC area, they'll deliver straight to your house. (Expect that service to be a bit busier and slower this week.)

For Home Audio on Amazon

Marshall Stanmore III

On Sale
Stanmore III
For Home Audio on Amazon

Marshall Stanmore III

Marshall's bluetooth speakers are unmatched when it comes to looks, but the performance is just as good. The new Stanmore III is the perfect size to balance big sound without taking up too much shelf space.

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The Easiest Last-Minute Gift

Diptyque Temple des Mousses (Moss Temple)

Temple des Mousses (Moss Temple)
The Easiest Last-Minute Gift

Diptyque Temple des Mousses (Moss Temple)

Diptyque's new refillable candle's are sensational. If you're in a city with Diptyque locations, they can do same-day delivery. If you're out in the country, they do lighting fast overnight shipping.

For the Home Chef

Our Place Always Pan

Always Pan
For the Home Chef

Our Place Always Pan

If he likes to cook, chances are his kitchenware could use some sprucing up. This multi-use pan comes in a selection of sleek colors. Yes chef!

For a Truly Last Minute Gift

Glenglassaugh 12 Year Old

Glenglassaugh 12 Year Old
For a Truly Last Minute Gift

Glenglassaugh 12 Year Old

This single malt Scotch is an Esquire Spirit Awards winner, and most of you can probably find it in stock at a liquor store in your area.

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For the Matcha Lover

Cuzen Matcha Maker Starter Kit

Matcha Maker Starter Kit
For the Matcha Lover

Cuzen Matcha Maker Starter Kit

Cuzen Matcha is a godsend. Not only because their shipping is fast and reliable, but because once you get this machine, you'll never need to spend money on matcha again—and if that's not a gift, I don't know what is.

For a Wintertime Upgrade

Canada Goose Everett Vest Pastels

Everett Vest Pastels
For a Wintertime Upgrade

Canada Goose Everett Vest Pastels

It's Canada Goose season, and luckily, the masters of cold offer up speedy shipping.

For the Fitness Fanatics

Lululemon Align High-Rise Pant

Align High-Rise Pant
For the Fitness Fanatics

Lululemon Align High-Rise Pant

For the fitness fiends, Lululemon is a gym wear staple. They've got great compression gear for the fellas, too!

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Ralph Lauren Polo Red Eau de Toilette Spray, 6.7 oz

Polo Red Eau de Toilette Spray, 6.7 oz

Ralph Lauren Polo Red Eau de Toilette Spray, 6.7 oz

Now 11% Off

Most of America is within a few hours' drive of a Macy's. If you're not, you can get a fragrance shipped to you almost as quickly.

For the Homebody

UGG Scuff

Scuff
For the Homebody

UGG Scuff

No matter what home slipper they have at the moment, an UGG Scuff is better. That, plus UGG's reliable overnight shipping, makes this an easy win.

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