A cascade of red roses, a tower of chocolate truffles or a ridiculously oversized plushy are all credible Valentine’s Day gifts. But a thoughtfully picked, lovingly penned card is the most important factor of the love-filled day.
Writing a note to your loved one shows them you really care. Whether you're a seasoned wordsmith or someone who barely scraped through English GCSE, writing a Valentine’s Day card is a simple yet impactful act of adoration.
Choosing the perfect card, be it silly or serious, is undeniably fun. You can easily tailor the design to the preferences and personality of your partner (or long-lost love, distant crush, soulmate etc). Avid Netflix watchers may appreciate a punny cultural reference from their favourite show, while traditionalists might be tickled by a timeless floral graphic.
The same goes for music lovers (Taylor Swift heavily features among Scribbler, Papier and Etsy’s Valentine’s Day card collection) or desperately hopeless romantics, who would only be satisfied with the gushiest card on the market.
For those of you living your best single lives, then there are endless Galentine’s Day cards to celebrate your female friends with. The annual celebration of sisterhood, an occasion previously marked by the likes of Michelle Obama and Amy Poehler, is the excuse we all need to shower our nearest and dearest with affection. And nothing says sisters before misters like some Galentine’s revelry.
Mark the 300-year-old tradition of celebrating Saint Valentine and pick a sweet, silly or sexy card for your loved one to cherish.
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Love You More Than You Love Glastonbury Card
Religious Glastonbury-goers are sure to appreciate this card. Loving someone more than Glasto? Now that’s a lot.
Buy now £3.49, Scribbler
Personalised Gift Reveal Scratch Card Surprise Present
A luxurious card concealing a surprise, this scratch card-themed pick will reveal an exciting voucher of your choosing.
Buy now £5.50, NOTHS
Oliver Bonas Pac-Man Valentine's Day Card
One for recipients who love a sweet graphic design, this Pac-Man card is a nostalgic, retro choice for all ages and genders.
Buy now £3.75, Oliver Bonas
Be My Galentine Card
Celebrate Galentine’s with your beloved girlfriends. This checkerboard card showcases a cream and candy pink colourway featuring a sweet note for your friend.
Buy now £2.95, Bunches
Saltburn Oliver and Felix Valentine's Day
When you can’t give her Jacob Elordi, look to the next best thing. In this case, a graphic print of the Hollywood heartthrob.
Buy now £5.91, Etsy
Oliver Bonas With You Everywhere Valentine's Day Card
You can’t go wrong with a sprinkling of Fleetwood Mac. This musical card is sweet without being too saccharine and will delight Seventies rock enthusiasts.
Buy now £3.00, Oliver Bonas
I Love Your Kenergy Barbie Film Card
Give this Barbie-themed card pride of place in your Mojo Dojo Casa House and let the giggles roll in.
Buy now £3.98, Etsy
Papier Dim Sum Love Valentine’s Day Card
Dating a foodie? Look to Papier. The brand offers an array of kitschy, cute designs that feature food puns to pine after.
Buy now £3.95, Papier
Punny Taylor Swift Valentine's Card
Swifties assemble! Celebrate your epic Love Story with the perfect card for die-hard Taylor fans.
Buy now £3.49, Thortful
Papier You're Hot! Valentine’s Day Card
Penning an anonymous love letter this year? Flatter them with a sizzling complement that will make their day.
Buy now £3.95, Papier
Wonderful Girl Cute Valentine's Card
At this point, we’re wondering if the novelty of Nanalam with ever wear off. Show her how wonderful you think she is with a helping hand from the beloved character.
Buy now £3.49, Thortful
You're No Jack Grealish, But You'll Do Card
Some boyfriends are hard to buy for, we get it. Appease them with a witty football reference carefully selected by an absolute worldie.
Buy now £3.49, Scribbler
