Romance, without the cliché.

Curated picks

Hand-picked from Australian retailers. Prices are a guide and set by the retailer.

Koko Black

Koko Black praline collection

Beautifully boxed Belgian-style chocolate, made in Melbourne.

Approx. $55View at Koko Black

Lune Croissanterie

Lune Croissanterie gift card

Breakfast, upgraded. Best pastry in the country, arguably.

Approx. $50View at Lune Croissanterie

Hardtofind

Custom star map print

The night sky from a date that matters to them.

Approx. $65View at Hardtofind

Francesca

Fine chain necklace from Francesca

Australian-designed chains and pendants — pick the length and finish that suits them.

Approx. $89View at Francesca

Lovisa

Everyday necklace from Lovisa

Under-$40 chains and chokers — good for a first jewellery gift or a stocking filler.

Approx. $35View at Lovisa

ClassBento

Local cooking class for two

A night out that turns into a story, not clutter.

Approx. $180View at ClassBento

Interflora

Same-day flower delivery

When it needs to arrive today and still feel considered.

Approx. $89View at Interflora

QBD Books

Illustrated tarot & oracle deck

Beautifully illustrated cards and a guidebook — a lovely, curious gift.

Approx. $35View at QBD Books

JB Hi-Fi

True wireless earbuds

Pocket-sized noise-cancelling earbuds — gym, commute, podcasts.

Approx. $129View at JB Hi-Fi

JB Hi-Fi

Smart fitness watch

Tracks steps, sleep, heart rate and notifications — all day battery.

Approx. $249View at JB Hi-Fi

Cotton On Body

Premium activewear set

Squat-proof leggings and a seamless top — gym, yoga, or the school run.

Approx. $130View at Cotton On Body

MECCA

Nail polish gift set

Six trending shades in a giftable box — salon results at home.

Approx. $49View at MECCA

MECCA

Perfume discovery set

Six niche fragrances in mini bottles — find a signature scent before committing.

Approx. $99View at MECCA

GetYourGuide

Wine tasting tour for two

Half-day Yarra Valley tour — cellar doors, cheese boards, scenic vineyard views.

Approx. $180View at GetYourGuide

GetYourGuide

Sunrise hot air balloon flight

Float over the Yarra Valley at dawn — a once-in-a-lifetime gift with a champagne breakfast.

Approx. $350View at GetYourGuide

ClassBento

Pottery making workshop

Hands-on wheel-throwing class — make a bowl, sip wine, take it home. A creative afternoon.

Approx. $85View at ClassBento

Gift Card Store

Multi-store dining gift card

A flexible dining option when you know they would rather choose the venue themselves.

Approx. $100View at Gift Card Store

JB Hi-Fi

Album on vinyl

The record they know every word to, on something they can hold.

Approx. $55View at JB Hi-Fi

Francesca

Photo locket necklace

A locket they can set a photo into — the keepsake end of the jewellery shelf.

Approx. $238View at Francesca

RedBalloon

Day spa package

Massage, facial, and a genuinely quiet couple of hours.

Approx. $189View at RedBalloon

Maison Balzac

Maison Balzac scented candle

Sydney-made candle in hand-blown glass that gets reused forever.

Approx. $69View at Maison Balzac

Aesop

Aesop Resurrection hand balm

Melbourne-born, universally loved. Never the wrong choice.

Approx. $45View at Aesop

Sand & Sky

Sand & Sky pink clay mask

Australian pink clay — a small treat that always lands well.

Approx. $49View at Sand & Sky

Haigh's Chocolates

Haigh's chocolate Easter selection

Adelaide chocolatiers since 1915 — a step up from supermarket eggs.

Approx. $40View at Haigh's Chocolates

GetYourGuide

Great Ocean Road day tour

For people who'd rather do something than own something.

Approx. $155View at GetYourGuide

Shaver Shop

Men's grooming kit

Trimmer, foil shaver, and nose detail in one dockable kit — everything for the bathroom.

Approx. $89View at Shaver Shop

GetYourGuide

Beginner surf lesson

Two-hour lesson with all gear included — stand up on your first wave (or laugh trying).

Approx. $90View at GetYourGuide

ClassBento

Escape room experience for four

Sixty minutes, one locked room, four brains — a team-building gift that's genuinely fun.

Approx. $120View at ClassBento

GetYourGuide

Scenic helicopter flight

Twenty-minute city scenic flight — the big-occasion gift that gets remembered forever.

Approx. $250View at GetYourGuide

RedBalloon

Go-karting session

Competitive, loud and over in an hour. Perfect for a group.

Approx. $89View at RedBalloon

RedBalloon

Brewery tour and tasting

An afternoon out rather than another thing on the shelf.

Approx. $99View at RedBalloon

RedBalloon

Abseiling and rock climbing day

A guided day on real rock — big views, no experience needed.

Approx. $149View at RedBalloon

RedBalloon

Distillery tour and gin tasting

A slow afternoon of tastings and a bottle to take home.

Approx. $99View at RedBalloon

RedBalloon

Animal encounter at the zoo

Behind-the-scenes with the keepers — brilliant for animal people.

Approx. $99View at RedBalloon

Universal Store

Everyday leather jacket

Worn-in, year-round staple — looks better every season you wear it.

Approx. $199View at Universal Store

David Jones

Cashmere blend scarf

Lightweight warmth that lasts — a winter classic that never dates.

Approx. $129View at David Jones

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