Valentine's Day is a day dedicated to celebrating all kinds of love – but these days come with a huge increase in waste from things like packaging, chocolate wrappers, and discarded bouquets of flowers.
What if your Valentine's gifts could be both meaningful and eco-friendly? Now they can be! Here are some of our favourites.

1. Go Green with Potted Plants or Succulents

Who doesn't love a plant? Ditch the fleeting cut flowers and gift a potted plant or succulent. It's not only a great gift, but it also cleans the air, reduces stress, and boosts your mood every day. Winning!

2. Put Your Heart Into DIY Gifts

Show your love by creating something personal—whether it's homemade cookies, a memory scrapbook (because who prints pictures anymore?), or a custom love coupon book (like breakfast in bed or a movie night of your choice). DIY gifts skip mass-produced items, making them eco-friendly and full of heartfelt meaning.

3. Experiences > Stuff

Valentine's Day doesn't have to be about purchasing things. Why not plan a romantic hike, a cooking class, or a picnic at the beach? After all, nothing says "I love you" like time spent together, away from the screens and distractions of daily life.

4. Sustainable Jewellery: Love That Lasts

Jewellery has long been a staple of Valentine's Day – but if you're opting for a shiny gift, consider going for (or asking for) sustainable options. Look for jewellery made from recycled metals, ethically sourced stones, or designs that are produced with minimal environmental impact.

5. Eco-Friendly Beauty Gifts: Pamper the Earth and Your Loved One

Beauty gifts like bath bombs, face masks, and natural skincare are always a hit. Choose sustainable options with eco-friendly packaging, like glass, aluminium or plastic-free refills. Urthly Organics offers plastic-free bath bombs for a guilt-free bath experience, while Amavasya Healing Store's toxin-free, zero-waste candles help set a relaxing Valentine's mood. These brands provide thoughtful, eco-friendly gifts that are kind to your loved one and the planet.

6. Wrap Your Love in Recycled Materials

No matter what thoughtful gesture you have in mind, let’s talk about gift wrapping. The truth is that wrapping paper is often single-use, glossy, and far from environmentally friendly. This Valentine's Day, make the wrapping as meaningful as the gift itself! Get creative with newspapers, old magazines, or even fabric scraps (the art of Furoshiki – a Japanese wrapping technique – is your new best friend). You can also use reusable gift bags or upcycled boxes. This is great for the planet, and your gift will feel more personal and unique. Plus, who doesn't love a little DIY magic?

Love for People and Our Planet

By making simple, sustainable choices in your gift-giving, you're helping the environment and showing mindfulness and care. Whether opting for eco-friendly wrapping or gifting experiences over physical items, every decision matters. Let's celebrate Valentine's Day with love, memories, and thoughtful, planet-friendly choices that make a real difference. 

Lots of love, always,

Ellie ❤️