45 Meaningful Gifts to Give in a Long-Distance Relationship
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IF YOU'RE LOOKING for long distance relationship gifts for Valentine's Day, you've come to the right place. We know how tricky this category can be, what with the love and the distance and the countless FaceTime encounters. You want to gift something as good as a physical date on the town―dinner and a movie, in thoughtful item form. And with Valentine's Day almost here, a meaningful quick-shipped gift like this becomes all the more important.
Top Long Distance Relationship Gifts
Coolest Gift: Long Distance Touch Bracelet, $149
Most Useful: Away The Bigger Carry-On, $295
Best Sentimental for Her: Coordinate Cuff Bracelet, $80
Best Sentimental for Him: Wallet Insert Love Message Card, $14
Bedroom Gift for Her: We-Vibe Sync 2, $159
Bedroom Gift for Him: We-Vibe Verge, $129
Splurge Gift for Her: Therabody TheraFace Mask, $599
Splurge Gift for Him: NUOBell Adjustable Dumbbells, $745
Fortunately, we specialize in long distance relationship gifts. This list is a go-to for all kinds of couples with a few states or time distances in between them, whether you love to play games together, camp, eat, or snuggle. They won't bring you together (physically, at least), but they'll bring you closer mentally and maybe even emotionally. Who knows, maybe they'll even spark an impromptu vacation where you two can meet in the middle.
Whether you're looking to offer her a taste of something familiar and from home or gift him a piece that shows how connected you still are, this list will come in handy. We've got all the in-demand goods that'll minimize the miles between the of you, from delicious cookies and culinary courses to fitness tools.
All the bases are covered, from sexy items to gifts for the bookworm. Here are the best 45 long distance relationship gifts.
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Long Distance Touch Bracelets for Couples
These bracelets might not look like much to the naked eye, but what they contain inside is advanced long distance connectivity tech. According to the company, you can wear these bracelets at the same time at any location in the world. Whenever you tap on the sun or moon, your significant other will get a slight vibration and light up notifcation at the exact same time. It's a "thinking about you" gift that's much sweeter than a text.
The Bigger Carry-On
Brook & York Personalized Coordinates Cuff
Some long-distance relationship bracelets are incredibly cheesy, but not this one. Send this sleek cuff to your partner with your coordinates so they can always feel close to you, no matter the distance.
Wallet Insert Card Gifts for Men
The ultimate sentimental gift for him is one he can carry wherever he goes. This card insert is simple and personal, and will fit neatly into his wallet. Choose from a number of ngraved messages that he can reflect back to anytime he misses you.
Groove Life Edge Silicone Ring
Silicone rings are great alternatives for him to wear anytime a real ring poses safety risks. He (or she) can wear this while doing physical labor tasks or while working out.
The Handyman Compact Face Shaver
The Handyman electric razor is travel-friendly and efficient at taking down five o'clock shadows. He can take this on his work trip and leave his big expensive razor at home.
Silk Sleep Mask with Amethyst Stone
So you'll always think of each other before you doze off.
Body Restore Shower Steamers Aromatherapy 15 Pack
If she's not the bath type but still loves to unwind, these shower steamers are the way to go. They sit on the floor of the shower and slowly dissolve, releasing essential oils as the shower steams up.
Men's Lightweight Synchilla® Snap-T® Fleece Pullover
There's no better fleece than Patagonia's Synchilla Snap-T when it comes to blending comfort with casual style. As for durability, the fleece will most certainly stand the test of time (like your love).
We-Vibe Verge App Controlled Cock Ring
Like the We-Vibe Sync 2 but for him, this cock ring can be controlled via app miles a part. It's discrete, romantic, and not too over-the-top. He's going to love it.
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We-Vibe Sync 2 Remote Control Couples Vibrator
Sex in a long-distance relationship can be quite complicated. This best-selling toy by We-Vibe 2 makes intimacy a bit easier, allowing you to control the toy via an app in real-time, even when your partner is miles apart.
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Paw Print Frame Kit
Share a pup together? This frame set comes with an ink pad to transfer your dog's paw print to notecard.
Hoya Heart Succulent
She can never have enough succulents. This Hoya Heart Succulent from Plants.com comes in a heart shape. Choose from a single heart Hoya or a double heart Hoya.
NÜOBELL Adjustable Dumbbell Pair 5-80 lbs: the Adjustable Dumbbells and Free Weights You've Always Wanted for Home Gym, Weight Benches and Dumbbell Exercise
This adjustable dumbbell set has an impressive weight range and a buttery smooth lock system. He'll love consolidating all his dumbbells with this bad boy.
TheraFace Mask
The TheraFace Mask is a one-of-a-kind beauty skincare tech device she'll totally love. The popular mask is FDA cleared, and works via LED light to deliver red light, red and infared light, and blue light therapy. The mask also features a vibration therapy setting that gently relieves tension. Grab this if you want to win big at Valentine's Day gifting this year.
Horizon
What can we say about Oura? The ring is the future of health tracking, offering useful data and a matching membership that does everything from improve sleep cycles to coach you through workouts. Your significant other is going to love it.
Magicteam White Noise Machine
A portable sound machine can be a game changer in rest for those who travel a lot for work. This one definitely hits. It comes with 20 cozy non-looping sounds inspired by nature and 32 volume levels.
Love Messages in a Bottle
A little laugh is great for the heart. This love doctor-approved jar of 50 long distance messages come in pill form and function a lot like medicine for the helpless romantics out there.
Apple AirPods Max Over-Ear Headphones
A great way to take the sting out of being so far apart is an immersive pair of headphones. This option from Apple launches the music straight into your psyche, allowing you to genuinely get lost in your favorite jams.
Gluten-Free B'Day Truffle Dozen Box
Sweet people deserve sweet things, even when they're not near. This bundle of a dozen cookies will make your partner melt.
Video Greeting Card
Thank goodness, cards have come a long away since the days of the Pony Express. This cool greeting card comes via a seven-inch screen and can be customized to create a real eye-catching love note, one fit with audiovisual accoutrement.
Hand-Knit Weighted Blanket for Adults
If you can't have your lover nearby, have the next best thing. This weighted blanket soothes to the core, warming your bones and making. you feel like she's sharing the same couch or bed. Better, all the research says this kind of blanket improves sleep quality.
Ergonomic Aluminum Laptop Stand
If you love them, look out for their posture. Surely, they're spending a lot of time behind a screen, so keep back pain and slouching out of the picture with this cool-looking laptop stand.
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Coffee Subscription Gift
Tech Kit
The better organized your tech gear, the easier it is to stay in touch, whether it's a phone call, virtual meeting, or something else entirely. This kit is a great gesture that reinforces how much you love chatting them up, even from afar.
Sakara Life
Flaviar Whiskey
We Found Each Other Custom Puzzle
Custom, custom, custom, that's how you spell thoughtful gift. This puzzle can be made to show where you met, with a cool satellite image of the square mile in which it all went down. Best, the 300-piece project will occupy the mind until your next video chat.
Heart Snapshot Mix® Photo Art
Simple visuals can have reverberating romantic effects. Take this hearth-shaped collage, made up the images of your choosing and framed and ready for the wall. Show him who your heart beats for.
Light Up Scannable Music Plaque
This plaque touts a favorite image and can be set to some favorite songs as well, resetting the mood for some of those great in-person dates of old. It's something you can keep close to the bed as you count the days until your next hangout.
3D Moon Lamp
You know the old saying, you can always stare at the same moon. There's some real romance to that notion, but the weather doesn't always allow for it. With this realistic moon lamp, you can always share a cloud-free night, not to mention a great addition to your bedside table.
Madeline Two Initial Pendant
If she loves jewelry, she'll love this two initial pendant. It symbolizes the couple in question, with letters always dangling together even if, for now, you two can't.
Splash Membership
Your partner may not be in your capable hands, but they can be in the custody of some good wine. This subscription ensures some great picks for the near future, if not beyond, ones that are great on their own or paired with dinner.
Preserved Red Roses
What's better than a bunch of flowers? How about three dozen of the most beautiful preserved roses? We can't think of a more luxurious romantic or elegant gift.
Cuddler
There are many fine pillows out there but none quite pull off the knots couples tie themselves in like the Cuddler. It's a full-body experience and offers a nice physical cure for all that stubborn distance.
Custom Face Boxer Briefs for Men "I'm Nuts About You"
Name a gift more intimate than his very own custom pair of boxers with your face on them. We'll wait.
Interactive Online Cooking Classes
For the partner who loves time in the kitchen, a cooking class is a great exercise from distance. Cozymeal offers some great courses, built around the cuisine or dishes of your choice. If you're really feeling engaged, you can even take on the same class simultaneously.
Letters to Open When
Keep it fun, even when the distance weights you down. The letters are categorized by prompts and can be opened to reveal handwritten notes that will keep esteem levels high, even when the waiting becomes tough.
Vine Voyage
Create a make-believe wine country vacation with this flight of wines from In Good Taste. You ca pretend you're frolicking through the wine map, hand-in-hand, even if you're just enjoying a nice sip and thinking about your other half.
360° Dog Camera
If there's a pet in your collective life and you need to check-in on the thing, this is the way to do it. This smart dog camera follows Spot around, allowing you to pretend you're still in the same room as your furry best friend. It even has night vision and treat-tossing capabilities, ensuring maximum entertainment.
Courant Catch:3 Italian Leather Charging Station
Long-distance relationships require a strong cellphone connection. If your partner needs a little help keeping their phone battery full, this tray by Courant helps them power up in style.
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Why I Miss You Fill-In-The-Blank Journal
Count the reasons why you love (and miss) them with this fill-in-the-blank journal. The given prompts help you write something meaningful even if you aren't a wordsmith, reflecting on your love and relationship.
Reusable Countdown Clock
Help them count down the days (and seconds) with this countdown clock. It'll help build the anticipation....as if either of you needs the assitance.
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