So you’re in need of Valentine’s Day gifts for her, which means at some point you did something right. You followed our style guides, the hair was on point, you didn’t overdo it on the aftershave and you got yourself a girl. Huzza! But that doesn’t mean the hard work is over, not even close.

The relationship assault course is littered with the bodies of men who fell at this crucial hurdle by blindly feeling their way through a department store make-up counter. Fortunately, we’ve got your back with the best Valentine’s Day gifts that aren’t an expected boring box of chocolates.

1. Marc Jacobs Perfume

Every woman is unique, but fortunately for those buying Valentine’s Day gifts for her, they share a few common traits. One, unsurprisingly, is that they like things that smell good (who doesn’t).

Save on the guesswork and snap up a classic fragrance like Marc Jacobs’ Daisy Love, an update on their best-selling Daisy perfume. Adorably packaged with an oversized daisy top, the bottle will look nice on her bathroom shelf while its fresh floral fragrance of daisy tree petals will work year-round.

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2. Axel Arigato Tote Bag

Her insatiable lust for light luggage creates the perfect window for you to earn some brownie points with a bag-shaped romantic gesture. Swedish brand Axel Arigato’s eye-catching minimalist leather tote bag stole the hearts of countless bloggers last year. Our pick is a simple yet sophisticated beige rectangular bag with detachable straps — guaranteed to hit all the right boxes.

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3.The Eye Coffee Table Book

Spark her creative side with this inside look into the lives of the most iconic and influential creative directors by Kinfolk creator Nathan Williams. With over 90 influential profiles of figures in the fields of fashion, publishing, and entertainment, she’s sure to recognize industry stalwarts — and the bright red cover will add a spot of color to her decor regardless of how often she opens it.