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Sweet 14: Local Valentine's Day Gifts for Locals You Heart

By Natalie Zee Drieu
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February 14th is gaining on us, folks. But it's not too late to find that perfect something for your Valentine. And because we love you, we've put together this guide filled with 14 sweet local finds, for guys and girls. From artisan chocolates to just-right jewelry, presenting foolproof gifts for your San Francisco honeys.

  1. FOR WoMEN:

    Kris Nations Tiny Heart Bead Necklace

    This is the cutest message in a bottle she'll ever get—a 14K gold-filled chain with tiny heart charm that needs no words.

    $38

  2. Benefit Cosmetics Custom Makeup Kits

    For your makeup lover...get her what she wants with Benefit's generous custom makeup kits. Choose from two sets: All About Eyes and Best of Benefit.

    $50/$79

  3. TCHO Adigard "Heart’s Desire" Love Gift Box

    Nothing says je t'aime like a box of chocolates, especially an artful one designed by Erik Adigard, renowned SF digital designer.

    $14.95

  4. Annieglass Heart Plate

    Annieglass's special collectible plate is perfect for V day. The heart-shaped plate comes signed, numbered and gift boxed so it's ready to go. Get it engraved for an extra-special "I love you" message.

    $88

  5. DearMissJ Greta Tassel Bracelet

    Baubles and bangles will always slay a girl's heart. This 14K gold-plated tassel bracelet is a sleek gift for the modern gal. Kisses to follow.

    $35

  6. Pinrose The Hero Gift Set

    SF-based luxury fragrance brand Pinrose can help her find the perfect scent. The set comes with 10 Pinrose fragrance samples inside an iridescent pouch. After she gives them all a spritz, she can redeem her gift certificate for a full bottle of her favorite fragrance.

    $55

  7. CAMP Collection Lonely Hearts Club Tee

    Calling all singletons! Pick up this CAMP Collection exclusive tee for you and your Galentines. Then spend the 14th binge-watching Sex & the City (or Parks and Rec).

    $49

    For Men:

  1. Blue Bottle Bonmac Ceramic Coffee Dripper

    For your coffee snob, this ceramic coffee dripper will help him make the perfect cup of joe. For the ultimate caffeinated experience, add a bag of his favorite BB beans.

    $20

  2. .retool. RFID Blocking Seatbelt Wallet

    This handmade recycled seatbelt wallet is sure to fit his casual hipster style. The added layer of RIFD fabric means his credit cards are always protected. L-O-V-E.

    $60

  3. Rustic Candle

    His man-cave will smell deliciously manly with the signature scents of these rustic candles in distressed metal containers. Choose from Parlor (vanilla, pipe tobacco + leather), Outlaw (amber, cedarwood +  campfire) and Bar Fight (Whiskey + gunpowder).

    $27.99

  4. Recover Wood iPhone Case

    He'll always think of you when he's texting away with these stylish wooden iPhone cases by Dodocase. Fits iPhone 6, 6S and 6 plus models.

    $40/$50

  5. Bay Area Bike Rides Deck

    For those cycling weekends, your man will love this deck of cards that cover the biking terrain of the Bay Area. Shuffle the deck, pick a card and there's your instant V-Day trek!

    $14.95

  6. 24 Hour Tin Briefcase

    We can't get over how gorgeous this Filson briefcase is. He'll be able to dodge those El Nino showers with the water-repellent tin-cloth fabrication.

    $355

  7. Mr. Holmes Bakehouse x Shinola Cola Flavor Cruffin and Donut

    Plan a decadent breakfast in bed with the Feb collab between Mr. Holmes Bakehouse and the just-opened Shinola shop in SF. The special cruffin is available once a week and the donut is available everyday this month.

    $3.50/$4.50