A good clothing gift for Valentine's Day suits what your partner already likes to wear. Choose a material, colour and style that fit your partner's existing wardrobe. Avoid a Valentine's theme that is too literal if it does not suit your partner's style. A knitted polo, a blouse with a beautiful collar or a fine-knit T-shirt is often easier to wear than a themed gift. Below you can read how to choose, with tips on size, colour and presentation.
When clothing makes a good Valentine's gift
A garment can be a personal gift if it suits someone's style well. But clothing is also personal: the wrong colour, size or style and the gift stays in the wardrobe. Above all, look at what your partner already wears often.
The three questions before you choose
- What does my partner wear most? A polo, a blouse, knitwear? Start there. A similar style in a different material can be a good choice.
- Which colours keep coming back? Look in the wardrobe. Stay within that palette, or choose a softer version of it.
- What would he or she not quickly buy for themselves? A finer material or a subtle detail can make the gift just a little more special.
For her: three thoughtful gifts
A blouse with a romantic detail. A lavallière blouse with a satin look in light blue is feminine and refined, without being sugary. She can wear it to the office, to dinner and at the weekend with jeans. Light blue is a calm colour that combines easily.
Fine knitwear in a spring colour. By mid February the spring wardrobe often comes back into view. A fine-knit lyocell polo in cream stripe feels soft on the skin and suits the first sunny days. Lyocell stays fresh for longer naturally and feels cool when it gets warmer.
A soft colour with character. If you still want a nod to Valentine's Day, choose pink instead of red. A fine-knit T-shirt with a tweed look in pink has depth thanks to the two-tone knit and looks grown-up. It goes with jeans, black trousers or a cream skirt.
For him: softer and more luxurious than his everyday polo
- A knitted quarter-zip polo in cool grey in cotton, silk and linen is a good deal more luxurious than an ordinary polo. The silk gives a subtle sheen and a soft feel. Cool grey combines easily with many neutral shades.
- An open polo in lyocell in light grey melange is ideal for the man who prefers not to wear buttons but still wants a polished collar. Soft, fluid and easy to combine.
Which gift suits which type?
| Your partner is | Choose | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Classic and polished | A blouse with a beautiful collar or a quarter-zip polo | Fits an existing wardrobe, yet feels special |
| Relaxed and practical | Fine knitwear or an open polo | Easy to wear, also at the weekend |
| A lover of beautiful fabrics | A piece with silk or lyocell | You show that you care about quality |
| Always in black or grey | A softer version, such as cool grey or light grey | Close to home, but just different |
The size: how to find out without it showing
With clothing, the right size is extra important. So first check the label of a similar garment your partner often wears. Pay attention to the brand and the type: a size in a blouse says little about a knitted polo. Lay the piece flat, measure the width from underarm to underarm, and compare that with the size chart. If in doubt, always compare the size chart and the size advice for the specific style.
Clichés best skipped
- Everything in red with hearts: fun for one day, never again after that.
- Clothing in a style you like, but your partner would never wear.
- Buying a size smaller as a silent wish. That never goes down well.
- A bold print if your partner always wears plain.
Presentation
A simple, neat presentation is often enough. Fold it neatly in tissue paper, put it in a box and add a handwritten card. Write why you chose this piece: because the colour looks so lovely with her eyes, or because his old favourite polo is worn out. A short personal message makes the gift more complete.
Combine it with a small extra
A garment becomes even more personal with a small addition that goes with it: a pair of nice socks with a polo, a thin scarf with a blouse, or an invitation to dinner where the new piece can be worn straight away. That way the gift also gets an occasion to be worn right away.
Choosing together as an alternative
If you are very unsure about size or style, you can also choose it together. Give a card with a promise of an afternoon of shopping together and lunch. That way your partner chooses for themselves, and you have still given a thoughtful gift. For those who want to keep the suspense: choose a colour or style together, and surprise with the moment the gift arrives.
If it still does not fit
Even with the best preparation, a size can disappoint. Keep the receipt and tell your partner that exchanging is no problem. On our page about returns you can read how that works. If you want to know more about the soft fabric many of our polos are made from, read about lyocell. Discover special pieces in the Premium collection for women and the Premium collection for men.
Shop the look
Rosamund: lavallière blouse, light blue
Arabella: fine-knit lyocell polo, cream stripe
Lenora: fine-knit T-shirt with tweed look, pink
Julian: quarter-zip polo, cool grey
Theodore: open lyocell polo, light grey melange
Frequently asked questions
Is clothing a good Valentine's gift?
Yes, especially if you choose based on what your partner already wears and pay attention to size, colour and fit.
Which colour should you choose for a Valentine's gift?
A colour that already appears in your partner's wardrobe, or a softer version of it. Pink, cream, light blue and grey are calm alternatives to bright red.
What if the Valentine's gift does not fit?
Keep the receipt and let them know that exchanging is possible. Returns cost from €5 and you get your money back within 14 days.
