Valentine’s Day gifts have a reputation of being nauseatingly mushy. So we’re going far, far beyond that with this list. We have compiled a list of unique, practical, and thoughtful gifts for the boss women killing it in 2019. From sophisticated workwear, elegant tableware for the ultimate dinner party, or evocative books, we have something for everyone.

Outfits that make work fun

No one associates work with fun. But if you’re going to be the boss at work, you should enjoy it. Take the ladies in your life shopping this Valentine’s Day. Surprise them with workwear that’s practical, functional and a lot of fun.

Outfits by Loom Tree

Outfits by AT44

Elegant outfits for weddings and parties

Have you ever looked into your wardrobe before a cocktail or a party and lamented at the lack of choices? Of course you have. We’ve all done it. But we never have time to go shopping specifically for these outfits. So, how about you do a nice thing for the busy women in your life and take them shopping for one gorgeous outfit that they can wear to fancy parties?

Black cocktail saree and dress by AT44, red fitted skirt and peplum top by Loom Tree

Cheerful shoes for every occasion

Who doesn’t love juttis? They’re practical, comfortable, and come in really pretty designs. You can pair them with suits, sarees, dresses, and even western party wear. For women who like to wear pretty shoes but don’t like heels, juttis are absolutely perfect.

Juttis by Needledust

Bags to complement every outfit

A good outfit needs a good bag to complete it. Whether it’s a wedding or an office party, a bag can add a lovely touch to any kind of outfit. Gift a beautiful bag to the women in your life, and they will really appreciate it.

Bags by Perona

Sensational skin and hair care

A good care regimen is essential to maintain a healthy, glowing skin and mane. However, in our busy lives, we tend to ignore them until both are visibly damaged. A skin and hair care hamper is a practical and beautiful gift for women who don’t have time to indulge themselves.

Hampers by The Body Shop

Enigmatic Endearment gift box by Raw Nature, Repair shampoo, conditioner, and leave-in cream by BBLUNT, Serial kisser lip balm by Nykaa

Ethereal fragrances

A fresh fragrance all day is bound to keep you in a happy mood. And when you’re the source of the fragrance, it travels with you everywhere. Gift one of these fragrances to the woman you love and make her day.

Fragrances by Embark and AVON

Pajamas with a purpose

Every girl loves her pajamas. When she gets home after a long day, the first thing she wants to do is get into her jammies. And when they come with a hooded jacket, it’s even better and cozier.

Pajama set by After Dark

Sophisticated tableware

You know you’re a grown-up when you want to host dinner parties instead of pizza nights with your friends. For the elegant woman with exquisite taste, sophisticated tableware makes for a great gift.

Tableware by KIKA

Tableware by Danube Home

Unique bar accessories

The best way to complete a dinner party is to have the perfect bar accessories. This is something that you can really play around with. So, from quirky shot glasses to vintage wine holders, there is a lot of variety in bar accessories.

Bar accessories by The Decor Kart

Thought-provoking books

A good book can be a woman’s best friend. For the women who like to curl up into a cozy corner and vanish into their own thoughts, a book is a great gift. You can choose from timeless classics to recent books highlighting the women’s empowerment movement across the world.

Hijabistan written by Sabyn Javeri, The Forest Of Enchantments by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni; published by HarperCollins India

Valentine’s Day is this Thursday, people. Start buying your gifts and make your loved ones feel special.