Local Gift Guide for Valentine’s Day

by Amy Overgaard | Feb 2023

Photos: Chris Emeott

Mix up some unexpected but oh-so-lovely Valentine’s Day gifts for your loved ones.

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and that means it’s time to find the perfect gift for your special someone. Whether you’re in a new or long-term, committed relationship it can be challenging to find a gift that’s both meaningful and personal. But the gift-giving doesn’t end there. You can’t forget about the other great loves of your life—your friends, the kids in your life and your pets.

To give us some ideas for unique gifts that are guaranteed to please, we asked Jamie Carl, owner of Serge + Jane in Edina, to share some of her top picks for Valentine’s Day gifts. She put together a “Love Potion”-inspired gift guide that will help you mix up the perfect gift for all your loved ones.

Valentine's Gifts from Serge + Jane

A Little Bling

Giving your significant other jewelry for Valentine’s Day is a classic move. Consider something a little more playful and unique that they might wear on a regular basis rather than just on special occasions.

“We think every love potion should include pink and gold and hearts in some form—and we love them oversized and sparkly. (Pink Champagne not included but highly recommended.)” —Jamie Carl

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Reversible Leather Belt, $142
Kelly Harrington Chanel Necklace, $225
Heart Serial Number Necklace, $245
Pink Enamel Necklace, $68
Heart Crystal Earrings, $48
Heart Crystal Necklace, $68
Heart Ruby Crystal Earrings, $50
Heart Brooch, $66
Heart Hair Clip, $66
Crystal Heart Drop Earrings, $88
All Gold Men’s Watch, $225
Women’s Rose Gold Watch, $175
Icy Ike Black Bracelet, $99
Crystal 5-Ring Stack, $295
Black + Silver Link Bracelet, $225
Love Cuff, $250
Studded Cuff, $295

Little Lovelies for Little Ones

Amortentia! For the little Harry Potter fans in your life, mix up a love potion filled with treats that only look sweet. We’re talking cute new outfits, books, paper yo-yos, “unicorn glitter” and the softest plush hearts. After all, they’ll get enough candy from friends.

Want to include your kids in the festive drinks at dinnertime? Cherry 7UP is the perfect pink drink for little ones—and rimming the glass with vanilla frosting and sprinkles will make it feel extra special. Carl suggests ending the evening with a “cookie in a jar,” which has all the ingredients you need to make one cookie. (You might want to get one of these for everyone on your list.)

“Local teen baker Maisy of @_maisybakes will be providing magical single-serve, make-your-own M&M cookies for Valentine’s Day gifting. Call the shop to pre-order for Valentine’s Day pickup.” —Jamie Carl

Valentine's Day Gifts for Kids