The Verge’s 2026 Valentine’s Day gift guide (for her)

Valentine's Day often comes with more pressure than it needs to. At heart, though, February 14th is about showing appreciation for the people you care about in ways that feel thoughtful and sincere. And while big displays of romance can do that, it's often the quieter, more personal gestures - or a meaningful gift that makes life just a little more enjoyable - that matter most.

Below, we've rounded up gift ideas that, in our experience, do just that. Some are practical picks, like a pair...