With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, you may still be searching for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift idea for your man. It doesn’t matter if this is your first Valentine’s together or your fiftieth; you probably want to give a meaningful gift that will knock his socks off, demonstrate your love, won’t break the bank, and will support Black-owned businesses in the process. No pressure!
If you’re looking for Valentine’s gift ideas and keep drawing a blank, we’ve got your back. Here at Wakuda, we pride ourselves in offering a wide range of amazing gifts from Black-owned businesses to suit all personalities and preferences. Our unique Valentine’s Day gifts catalogue is a testament to all the fantastic Valentine’s Day gifts our creators offer. So, if you’re still looking for inspiration, here’s our list of the best Valentine’s Day gift ideas for 2023, hand-picked from some of Britain’s best Black-owned brands.
1) Hematite Bracelets
Available at: Vibrations of Goddess
Vibrations of Goddess’ men’s hematite bracelets are one-of-a-kind and perfect for the workaholic in your life. Stunning and bold, these bracelets help with grounding, strength, courage, concentration, and focus.
The hematite bracelets are hand-made and designed with the highest quality materials from our friends at Vibrations of Goddess. These bracelets can even help with sore muscles and pain relief, which your hard-working partner will surely appreciate!
2) Unscented Beard and Shave Oil
Available at: Mr Blackmans
A well-groomed man is a happy man! And what better day to pamper your sweetheart than V-day? Mr Blackman’s unscented beard and shave oil are an excellent pick for any man who wants to look sharp all day long. And we guarantee he’ll love slicking down his beard with this all-natural oil.
And yes, the oil is free of additional scent, but with its subtle concoction of Coconut, Argan, Jojoba and Avocado oils it has a light and natural smell. Your man will smell fantastic on date nights, so it’s a win-win for you!
If you’re unsure why beard oil is always at the top of the ‘best gifts for men’ lists, you’ll want to check out our blog on why beard care makes a difference.
3) Personalised Whisky Decanter
Available at: Customized
This personalised whisky decanter is the absolute best gift for the whisky-lover in your life. Unlike other standard decanters, Kustomyzed hand-blows every glass decanter to make it truly unique. If your man loves a taste of luxury, this is without a doubt the gift for him.
Maybe your honey doesn’t drink whisky? No matter! He can use it to decant almost anything- including a crisp glass of red wine. And, to make it even better, you can add a sweet message or monogram to the wooden stand. This can help you to turn a great gift into an unforgettable one for your Valentine.
4) Afrocentric T-shirt
Available at: AfroFaith
Are you looking for something a little more casual than romantic? Then this Afrocentric t-shirt is the ideal gift! With Kente design on the front and both sleeves, this tee from AfroFaith is a unique and eye-catching piece that your man will love.
Not only is this shirt impeccably made with 100% combed and ring-spun cotton, but we can guarantee that it’s unlike anything else your man owns!
5) Hydrate And Glow Vitamin Ace Set
Available at: Sens8ate skincare
Skin care is essential for everyone. If your man wants to feel like a king, then the Hydrate and Glow Vitamin ACE set from Sens8ate is just the ticket. Forget chocolate! Your boyfriend or partner will surely enjoy pampering himself and looking like a million bucks. And it will all be thanks to your incredible gift!
6) Her King Kente Mug
Available at: AfroFaith
Next on our list is something you can never have too many of a mug! While mugs may not be your go-to Valentine’s present, mugs are a popular and practical gift that will work for any man. AfroFaith’s Her King Kente mug also has a fantastic design that reminds your man of how special he is to you.
Your man will love sipping coffee out of this mug and showing it off to his friends, family, and even his co-workers!
7) Personalised Mini Photo Album
Available at: Cassiscreative
Here’s a gift for all the long-distance couples who don’t get much quality time together. Cassiscreative’s personalised mini photo album isn’t just a sweet and thoughtful gift for your better half. It’s also a keyring!
That means that no matter where you are, your love can be reminded of all the special moments you’ve captured. From your first kiss to your anniversary, you can encapsulate those memories forever!
8) Home Energy Cleansing Gift Set
Available at: Blacktomyroots
Spirituality is integral to anyone’s life and can be a massive signifier of your relationship. If your Valentine is deeply connected to his spiritual roots, you’ll want to check out Blacktomyroots’ home energy cleansing gift set.
This set includes everything your man needs to cleanse his space and bring harmony and peace into his environment. You can even include a smudge bowl and candle to bulk up this gift set and take his present to the next level.
9) Personalised 12 Piece Watch Box
Available at: Customized
For the sharp dresser and watch enthusiast in your life, one of our favourite Valentine’s gifts for men is an elegant watch box. Kustomyzed’s personalised 12-piece watch box is a great gift for anyone with a growing watch collection, adding a touch of luxury to his items.
Not only will this keep his watches in perfect condition, but it’s also customisable! So you can include a short message or the date of your anniversary for a special touch.
10) African Print Cufflinks
Available at: Colourshot
Cufflinks are one of the best Valentine’s Day gifts you can give your man. But they all look the same! Whether silver or gold, we feel like they often lack a pop of colour. Luckily, Colourshot’s African print cufflinks are the answer to your prayers! With a bright and vibrant pattern, your man will stand out every time he wears them and show African pride.
Find The Perfect Gift With Wakuda
If giving gifts is your love language, there’s no way you’ll skimp on Valentine’s gifts. And why should you? The day is all about romance and falling even deeper in love than you were before. But if you want to surprise your partner with something on date night or any other occasion, you can check out our article on the best gifts for him for all occasions!
