10 Red Hot Valentine's Day Gift Ideas

By Marni Elyse Katz
February 7, 2011

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Don’t fall back on red roses, chocolate truffles, and heart shaped trinkets. eBay is red hot for Valentine's Day gift ideas—online auction sales with the term "Valentine" are up 35 percent in the last week vs. the week prior and eBay listings are up 26 percent in the same period. Show some imagination with these Valentine's Day gift ideas, large and small.

Judith Leiber Ferrari Red Croco Minaudiere

(buy it now price, $1,650)

This limited edition, Judith Leiber clutch in red croc has a platinum frame and push lock clasp closure embellished with has cranberry crystals. It’s the kind of gift that shows you really “get” her.
Manolo Blahnik Sedaraby Jeweled Red Satin Shoe

(buy it now price, $599.99)

Feed her shoe fetish—at least on this one day of the year. This pair of brand new Manolo Blahniks in garnet has ruching along the sides and a crystal-embellished square buckle.
Vintage 60s Red Wool Coat with Fur Collar and Cuffs

(buy it now price, $27)

A vintage piece at its best: This red wool boucle coat with silk crepe lining and sable fur trim has an upscale look, at a flea market price.
Joan MIRO original lithograph "Red"

(buy it now price, $349.99)

You’re planning to ask her to move in, so why not celebrate the holiday with a new piece of art? This Miro lithograph, which has decidedly sexual undertones, was printed in 1961.
Red Enamel Striped Cuff Links

(buy it now price, $13)

A cute, inexpensive token for the guy you’re just casually dating. Or if you drop him by February 14, save ‘em as a stocking stuffer come Christmas.
1966 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster

(buy it now price, $49,900)

This automatic C2 Corvette roadster, with eight cylinders, 69,721 miles, and black interior comes with a guarantee that he’ll love you for life.
Fat Lava Vase "Red" Handmade German Art Pottery

(current now, $15.69)

Your artist boyfriend will appreciate this one-off piece of art pottery with bright red high gloss Fat Lava glaze and black stripes. Add a single bloom, or better yet, a minimalist stalk.
Kitchenaid Professional Pro HD Mixer

(buy it now price, $299.99)

Cooking together, with glasses of fine red wine, is how you spend your down time. This hefty mixer shows you’re serious, about more than the kitchen.
Red Ruby Hoop Earrings 14k Gold

(buy it now price, $507.99)

Pretty but understated, these gold hoops with pave rubies are a true classic.
Tag Heuer Formula 1 Red Chrono Watch

(buy it now price, $925)

A Tag Heuer with stainless steel band and bezel is a has a traditional look, but the red dial adds a snazzy Valentine’s Day twist.