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    40 Valentine's Day Gifts That Are Actually Super Practical

    Things I love more than you = gifts that will actually be put to good use.

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    1. An electric wine opener with a cordless, rechargeable design that uncorks bottles in a jiffy: They'll just have to press the button and 'tis done in only seven seconds. That $7 bottle of vino awaits. One single charge = enough power to open 80 bottles.

    A graphic showing the foil-removing cap, and how the cork is removed

    2. A skin scrubber for an at-home facial that *feels* like a splurge. Dead skin cells, leftover makeup, blackheads, and whiteheads will be sloughed away thanks to high-frequency vibrations that replicate all the ~slightly gross yet extremely satisfying~ TikTok videos that have taken up an alarming amount of their time.

    3. A tote bag best described as perfection for folks who are always in a rush. This is perfectly structured, allowing them to slip their laptops in with ease while streamlined pockets mean they won’t spend minutes (hours, days) searching for their car keys, lip balm, and other miscellaneous necessities.

    the tote bag

    4. A three-tier woven basket ideal for...pretty much anything. They can use this to display colorful fruits that will hopefully be consumed by end of week, hang faux succulents (they'd never be able to take care real ones), use it to store the beauty products that won't fit on their bathroom countertop, etc.

    5. A sunlamp because *breathes in the same air that's been trapped in my bedroom since this past weekend* nature. This mimics sunlight to boost their mood, improve focus, and help their body create a more consistent sleep schedule. (Psst, this is especially great for night owls who prefer working late!)

    The rectangle-shaped light sitting on the counter with a pour-over coffee next to it

    6. A splurge-worthy Always Pan that surpasses even the excessive amount of Instagram hype it gets. This snazzy kitchen gadget replaces eight pieces of cookware, weighs only 3 pounds, comes with a steamer basket and spatula nester, and is *truly* nonstick.

    7. An electric grinder if they're sick of [insert affordable instant brand here] and are trying to broaden their caffeine horizons. This affordable present chews up and spits out whole beans into coarse, medium, or fine grinds. Beans! Beans! They make you very happy if allocated for the perfect cup of coffee.

    8. A W&P tray ideal for folks who daydream of owning a fancy stainless steel fridge (ice maker included) but are sadly stuck with a huge white box from 1973. The silicone lid means ice comes out easily, plus the stackable design allows for ice storage.

    the ice maker

    9. A powerful set of fridge magnets since the very little fridge space they have is currently occupied by almond milk (boring) and cold cuts (meh). These babies ensure that they're maximizing space and keeping bevvies organized at the same time. 

    four glass bottles hanging from the top of the fridge
    a gif of someone placing a six pack of bottles into the top of the fridge using the magnets

    Promising review: "Of all the things I have bought that I didn't need, this is one of my favorites. Beer is hard to get out of the cardboard carrier in the top of my fridge. While just taking them out and sitting them on the shelf would have solved this problem as well. This solution is more fun. They float and technically it does make a tiny bit of extra space under the beer for small things like cheese or something." —AbbyValentine

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    10. A lush double-sided shaggy faux-fur duvet set because we are entering winter, ergo they plan on wrapping themselves in cozy accessories that enhance allll their impending Harry Potter marathons.

    the off white faux fur duvet set on a bed

    11. A handmade match striker you can personalize from three color palettes *and* the option to add some fancy matches, a surefire way to make them feel as if lighting that three-wick candle is even more bougie.

    the match striker

    12. An essential-oils blend packed with soothing chamomile, sage, and lavender. All they'll have to do is add a few drops to a diffuser (or dab it on their wrists and pillow) to help them quickly drift off to la-la land.

    Reviewer holding a bottle of "Dream" essential oil blend

    13. A Wi-Fi extender because their bedroom is inexplicably an internet dead zone and holding their laptop up in the air [cue every scary movie scene in which a car breaks down and the main character is stranded in the middle of nowhere] won't cut it. This strengthens Wi-Fi connection throughout their entire home to ensure they don't freeze mid-Zoom call.

    Reviewer holding their phone up to the rectangular-shaped router that's plugged into the wall

    14. A pair of classic high-rise Align leggings loved by, and I'm not exaggerating here, almost everyone who has ever slid them on. Ridiculously soft, sweat-wicking and breathable, *and* this improved version comes with my personal saving grace: pockets.

    model wearing the black leggings

    15. A mug warmer that no WFH setup is complete without (at least not according to the NYC bloggers I follow). This is perfect for slow drinkers who prefer their caffeine hot, hot, and hot, even if they poured it hours ago.

    the pink desktop heater

    16. An Amazon Fire TV stick with the ability to turn any TV into a smart TV — they can just plug this puppy into the HDMI port, connect it to Wi-Fi, and simple streaming awaits. Let's pour one out for the times of DVR and lengthy commercial breaks.

    The HDMI stick and remote

    17. A Dash mini rice cooker for the perfect two cups of rice in ~20 minutes, minimal effort required on their part. This no-frills gadget is easy to operate (just add water and press the cook button), keeps their meal warm, and can even be used for oatmeal, stews, soups, veggies, and more.

    18. A retractable brass pen to finally (and I mean, finally) replace the one they got from their bank seven years ago post-depositing a paycheck. This luxurious upgrade will give them a main character moment with every signing of a birthday card.

    a set of metallic pens that write in blue and black

    19. A foldable origami bag with an expandable design that can fit work essentials (laptops, iPads, the works) for the day and *then* be compacted into a small crossbody for post-work errands and dinners.

    20. A set of ceramic dishes inspired by the franchise they've been begging you to binge for a decade. Will you ever watch Star Wars? Not a chance. But at least you can give them a proper, thoughtful place to eat their roasted porg from.

    the white plates with black illustrations

    21. A moisture meter because they dove headfirst into the ~plant parent~ era when they moved into that new apartment this year. All they'll have to do is pop this color-coded tool into the soil to determine whether or not their green babies require more water.

    22. A W&P Porter cocktail glass to give their homemade margarita some extra zhush. It's even equipped with a splash-proof lid because red wine spills while wearing white T-shirts = practically inevitable and also incredibly sad.

    the white wine glass with confetti designs

    23. An Atlas Coffee Club subscription that delivers fresh beans ::immediately thinks of Even Stevens:: to their doorstep. Each box curates a new coffee type with personalized roasts and grinds, a postcard from a new country each month, plus tasting notes and tips for each batch. If they weren't already a coffee snob...

    24. A Lodge pre-seasoned cast-iron skillet with the uncanny ability to sauté, sear, bake, broil, braise, fry, or grill any meal to perfection. Look no further than this beauty when it comes to a solid kitchen gift, which is perfect for almost every meal they'll want to whip up — we're talking breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

    the black skillet with salmon asparagus

    25. A Kodak instant camera with Bluetooth capability for printing full-sized photos either directly from their camera *or* their phone's camera roll. The photo paper is even equipped with adhesive on the back, which means they may finally tackle that study abroad scrapbook they've wanted to make for, like, eight years.

    26. An electric space heater because their landlord controls the temperature and they are freezing 24/7. They can either a: start scouring Zillow for a new apartment or b: use this energy efficient tool, which can fit compactly on their nightstand, has three heat modes, and is what the kids would call ~aesthetic~.

    27. Biossance's Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Oil – it reaps the benefits of vitamin C, Damascus rose extract, and Chios crystal oil; the result being a lit-from-within glow that dupes the world into thinking they drink a ton of water. Brightness and hydration are theirs for the taking.

    Pink dropper bottle of Biossance Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Oil next to orange slices

    28. A mini fabric steamer that scoffs in the face of deep wrinkles. Yes, they just pulled this button-down out of the hamper! No, they don't have anything else to wear! A quick run with this steamer (it heats up in 90 seconds flat) means a crisp blouse that looks as if it were just picked up from the cleaners.

    29. A Bodum pour-over coffee maker that any coffee snob will l-o-v-e. This heat-resistant borosilicate glass carafe is designed with a permanent filter that makes a smooth serving of joe, is dishwasher-safe, and can make up to eight cups at a time.

    the clear coffee maker

    30. A contoured sleep mask because — and gird your loins here — afternoon naps CAN be better. This helps alleviate pressure and prevents daylight from ruining their snooze, plus the seamless elastic means it won't snag their hair in the process.

    31. A reed diffuser designed so elegantly, one would assume it costs upwards of $50. Surprise! It doesn't. I wish you luck on the journey that is deciding between lavender and eucalyptus, bergamot and jasmine, or rose and sandalwood.

    the black diffuser

    32. A universal StopShroom so they can enjoy that so-pricey-it-hurts Lush bath bomb to the fullest knowing that their soak won't sneak back into the drain after *checks watch* three seconds. What's that I smell? Relaxation. And perhaps a hint of lavender.

    reviewer photo of the blue tub stopper in bath full of water

    33. The Wand, a mini histamine and sulfite filter that they can swirl around in their Ikea wine glass to halt hangovers in just 20 seconds. They can resume their SVU marathon with some red in hand, knowing they won't wake up to a monster headache.

    The wand

    34. An acupressure and pillow mat set for a spa experience that doesn't actually require, well, going to a spa. These are intentionally designed to target sore muscles and reduce built-up tension, very much a necessity if they spend 10+ hours a day hunched over a laptop.

    Model lies down on pink and white acupuncture mat and pillow

    35. A digital alarm clock so chic that I think they may have just... become a morning person? ::insert image of Grinch's heart growing three sizes here:: This even has three USB ports, aka perhaps they'll actually remember to charge their phone so that it's *not* at 3% by the time they hit snooze.

    the alarm clock on a reviewer's nightstand

    36. LAPCOS sheet masks available in a variety of formulas to tackle different skincare concerns. We highly recommend the red wine and escargot masks, the latter of which uses snail filtrate and chamomile flower to soothe irritation. Talk about ~slimy yet satisfying~.

    the wine, escgargot, and pearl sheet masks

    37. Nine pairs of soft knit socks they can rock with Chelsea boots and a miniskirt, where they peek through ever so slightly to tell the world, "Yes, I look put together, but I am also incredibly cozy."

    Reviewer photo of a person wearing orange socks under their tan boots

    38. A tiny milk frother that makes it easy to whip up their very own, typically very expensive PSL at home — and quickly. This stainless-steel whisk truly has so many darn uses: Their mouth can water at the thought of cappuccinos, lattes, hot chocolate, matcha, milkshakes, and more.

    39. A USB-powered cooling pad for anyone with a computer that overheats so often, their lap feels permanently warm. This can easily remedy that problem: It's equipped with three fans and is so lightweight, it feels like it's not even there.

    reviewer photo of the cooling pad emitting blue light

    40. A 6-quart Vortex air fryer for making all of their favorite comfort foods — we're talking everything from wings and glazed donuts to charred Brussels sprouts and sesame chicken — *without* having to use hot oil. It's even great for crisping up leftovers!

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