Here’s a fact about our modern existence: Too many occasions seem to require order gifts online. I don’t know about you and your loved ones, but my husband’s birthday was in November, December was Christmas, now it’s almost Valentine’s Day, and before you know it, our anniversary will strike again. And that’s to say nothing about all the send gifts online for everyone else having birthdays and bridal showers and weddings. I like to think of myself as a generous person, but at some point, it’s just too much.
But one good thing about Valentine’s Day is that, compared to other gift-giving occasions, it’s pretty low stakes. For birthdays and the winter holidays, there’s a lot of pressure to get the people you love something thoughtful that they will cherish for years: Birthdays are so personal, and during the holidays, gift-giving often takes place in front of other people, upping the ante. But February 14 is just another day. And, your partner is probably still basking in the glow of the thoughtful, unique gift you gave them in December — which is why Valentine’s Day is a good excuse to get them a gift online that you want.
For example, this year, I’m considering getting my husband a nice bath mat, which is something I’ve wanted for years. Back when we were moving apartments, we bought the cheapest bath mat we could find at Ikea, which I assumed would be a temporary placeholder. Three years later, it’s still in our bathroom.
I’m of the belief that often the best gift online is a nicer version of an ordinary thing — a luxurious upgrade someone would be unlikely to purchase for themselves, but will thoroughly enjoy owning. For example, my sister recently gave me a bottle of Aesop soap. I would never have bought a $40 bottle of hand soap for myself, but now, whenever I wash my hands, I inhale the scent of mandarin rind and rosemary leaf and feel very decadent and appreciative.
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