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If you're currently dating a guy who is totally happy with the five shirts he wears on rotation and the backpack he's been carrying for years, you might be struggling to come up with ideas for a V-Day gift. But even if he's not on hunt for fancy tech or hype streetwear gear, your boyfriend might love a sentimental gift that's more personalized and meaningful — especially if it's coming from you.
The best sentimental gifts usually include a reference to some kind of memory or inside joke, a cute note, or some sort of handmade touch. After all, you want to really say something with the present he'll unwrap on 2/14. That could mean a card you created yourself, a love letter on the first page of a monogrammed leather journal or a secret color changing mug and a gift card to the coffee shop where you had your first date. These gifts will help you show that you remember the little things he's mentioned in the past, whether that's a place he loves visiting or the artist he's been meaning to snag tickets to go see. After all, your love is above and beyond, so your personalized gift or letter should reflect that.
Ready to get inspired? Keep scrolling for our favorite unique, sentimental gifts for boyfriends that'll help you check "BUY VALENTINES DAY GIFT" off of your to-do list.
Tell him all the things you know and love about him in one silly, flirty, lighthearted book. Don't forget to record his reaction while he reads through it on Valentine's Day.
Spend a spare afternoon sitting down with this jar of adorable capsules and writing out 90 tiny love notes to go inside each one. We can guarantee that this is a daily pill he'll remember to take.
Long-distance couples, listen up — these little Loveboxes allow you to send each other cute messages from afar. When you've received a new message, the little heart on the front will toggle to let you know that you've got mail.
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Subtle yet Sentimental
Etsy Minimalist Engraved Leather Bracelet
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Subtle yet Sentimental
Etsy Minimalist Engraved Leather Bracelet
If you're dating a low-key guy, he'll love this simple leather bracelet that has a hidden engraved message on the inside. It'll match all of his outfits, too.
No need to be a painting protege to whip out a custom portrait for Feburary 14th — this paint by number kit turns your favorite pic into a DIY project that's way easier than it looks.
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Immortalize your song in the form of a piece of vintage-inspired room decor. You'll be able to put your favorite selfie on the record, too.
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TikTok Favorite
We’re Not Really Strangers Couples Edition Card Game
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TikTok Favorite
We’re Not Really Strangers Couples Edition Card Game
This mega-popular connection game is the perfect way to form a stronger bond as a couple. Each card leads to unique conversations through simple questions like "What was I wearing on our first date?" or "How would you describe your grandparents?"
Put his name on the front of this personalized notebook, and then fill the first few pages with a sappy letter telling him how much you love him.
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Snag a pair of tickets to go see your favorite artist live. Maybe it's the singer who wrote the song that defines you as a couple, or the band whose music you love to duet in the car.
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Splurge Alert
Fossil Fenmore Midsize Multifunction Gold-Tone Stainless Steel Watch
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Splurge Alert
Fossil Fenmore Midsize Multifunction Gold-Tone Stainless Steel Watch
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This super classic watch can be engraved on the back for free. Whenever he wears it, he'll be wearing your sweet love note near and dear.
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Budget Find
Moonlove Magic Custom Photo Color Changing Coffee Mug
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Budget Find
Moonlove Magic Custom Photo Color Changing Coffee Mug
This plain black mug is pretty unsuspecting (besides the heart handle, ofc) until you fill it with hot tea or coffee. The heat from your drink will reveal a photo of your choice. Voila!
Hannah Oh
Assistant Shopping Editor
Hannah is the assistant shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from cute apartment decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend's mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and unhinged updates on the books she’s reading on the train.