We Love This: Thoughtful love gifts for the future
By Signe Hansen
Though Valentin’s Day has not been embraced as widely in Scandinavia as in other parts of the world, the North is not completely immune to its romance. Flowers, jewellery, and chocolates are among the most common gifts associated with this day of love. However, in the name of sustainability, we have chosen to focus on a selection of romantic gifts that will last, or even (for the less fortunate) outlast, the romantic feelings they symbolise. Perfect if you want to signal that your love is more than a fleeting feeling, and that you care for the world around you, too.
Grow by Carolina Wetterling
If your loved one is a fan of sustainable, durable and thoughtful gifts rather than glitter and heavy price tags, this stylish yet endearing mini greenhouse from Design House Stockholm is sure to melt their heart. Made of mouth-blown glass, the greenhouse is designed by Stockholm-based designer Caroline Wetterling and is available in three sizes. It can be used indoors to grow flowers or as a nursery for plants in their early stages. Most romantic, of course, would be to gift this little greenhouse with a homegrown plant inside it, signalling originality, style and effort, all in one gift. Price, medium: EUR 50.00
Nimbus table mirror by Krøyer-Sætter-Lassen
“If I were as beautiful as you, I would want to look at myself all the time.” Cheesy as this line is, somehow the sentiment behind it is rather sweet, and if combined with the romantic Nimbus table mirror from Audo Copenhagen, it might even indicate a touch of originality. Designed by Krøyer-Sætter-Lassen, a Copenhagen-based design studio, the mirror updates the classic looking glass for modern interiors with a delicate frame in polished or bronzed brass and a gently curved, halo-like stand. In short, it is as beautiful to look at as it is to look into, and may serve both practical and decorative purposes. Price: EUR 140.00
Sansevieria poster by Berit Mogensen Lopez
If you love the romance and beauty of flowers but hate the idea of gifting something that wilts within a week, the Sansevieria poster by Paper Collective offers a thoughtful alternative. Designed by Danish artist Berit Mogensen Lopez, the motif combines abstract botanical forms with a refined layering technique that creates depth and movement. Printed on 100 per cent paper, it is a gift that brings colour, calm and beauty into the home – without ever wilting. Price: DKK 300
Komo mini vases Calm by Ferm Living
You do not need a florist’s wrap or a perfectly composed bouquet to make flowers feel special. The Komo mini vases Calm from Ferm Living are made for the smaller, more personal gestures – a few stems picked on a walk, a single flower from the garden, or the first anemones gathered with your children. The trio features softly rounded, slightly chubby forms that feel warm, calm and quietly playful. Designed to be grouped together or styled individually. Our tip: place them discreetly in your loved one’s home, with carefully selected blooms to create a moment of surprise, joy and beauty. Price: DKK 249.00
Marimekko Unikko duvet cover by Maija Isola
If you love flowers but hate the idea of gifting the exact same thing as every other love-stricken human in history, this striking Unikko duvet cover from iconic Finnish design house Marimekko is the perfect alternative. Designed by Maija Isola in 1964, Unikko has since become one of the most recognisable prints in international design history. In short, this is a gift that not only symbolises love and originality, but also a playful hint of mischievous thoughts – and it is sure to last far longer than any bouquet could. Price: EUR 119.00
Love Birds by Kay Bojesen
Almost every Danish home has at least one Kay Bojesen figure, and once you have seen them, you never forget them. With their unmistakable shapes, friendly expressions and timeless appeal, Bojesen’s wooden animals have become woven into everyday life and collective memory. The Love Birds are no exception. Standing beak to beak like devoted turtle doves, they are both decorative and quietly symbolic – a perfect reminder of the affection, togetherness, and care you feel in your relationship. Price: DKK 849.95
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