25 Valentine’s Day Decorations That Totally Set the Mood

Faux flowers have never been ideal, but Afloral is paving the way in artificial botanical innovation. This editor shamelessly squandered half her budget this month to invest in a bunch of this brand’s Dahlia flowers and peony bunches (they’re $34 per stem)—and she’s not mad about it. It’s the gift that keeps on giving. When your lover has forgotten your favorite flower (again), you’ll be throwing no shade because it’s already blooming on your kitchen countertop, thanks to, well, you.

Nothing says romance like a candlelit dinner, and these heart taper candles will serve a pop of color among your date-night decor. We love how they were paired with bronze candlesticks for a touch of glam, but we have another more colorful option for you, also from Anthropologie. Read on.

If you have kids, nothing makes this holiday more magical than heart-shaped pancakes or red velvet cupcakes. This 15-oz pedestal bowl is the perfect receptacle. It’s a total steal ($10) that, when this editor unearthed it from the box, was met with an exclamatory «this was totally worth the price of a cheap New York lunch.» Be the mother of the year—without draining the bank.

Another little tweak that transforms a room is a simple pillow cover switch-up. These block print cotton throw pillow covers are just the cheery addition your living room needs to bring lover’s day into your home.

Seal your romantic Valentine’s Day dinner for two with a kiss…or with these gorgeous customizable place cards from The Punctilious Mr. P’s. Pucker up!

Street presence is its own category of decor. Whether or not you have beautiful, historic architectural details to work with, your front door is sure to bring a little holiday cheer to all who visit with this floral wonder.

Gone are those chunky holiday blankets, so in with a soft, blush pink fleece blanket that can be your little indulgence every February. At just $18, this is a luxury you totally deserve (cat not included).

We love a ruffled edge, especially when it’s stoneware and dishwasher safe. This Kate Spade baking dish is as cute as it is functional—and we love the surprise inscription on the bottom that rewards whoever is hungry enough to really dig in.

Trinkets are that final detail that brings color and personality to a room—and this pair of lovebirds delivers that in spades. Place them atop a stack of books or even on your vanity for an understated reminder of the love in your life. Winging it never worked out so well.

Bows are having a moment. They’re blowing up on social media as a collective reclaiming of girlhood—like Barbiecore and coquette—the bow seems to be everywhere a ribbon can be tied. So ahead of Valentine’s Day, we’re going no-holds-barred in our home. An eloquent bow-topped jewelry dish like this is just the little something you need to rediscover your inner girl. Margot Robbie would be proud.

Can one have too many candlesticks? Set the tone at your home in February with this Borosilicate glass candlestick holder. It’s modish, sophisticated, and just a little bit playful (in fact, everything you’re looking for in a man).

With this one, we simply couldn’t help ourselves. This puckish bow tie-wearing bulldog is just the entryway greeting you need every day in February—and possibly into March. Whether he’s holding your mail or your earrings, he’s sure to be fine company, and is gloriously anti-conventional when it comes to Valentine’s Day colors. You’re welcome.

We love a killer Amazon find, and this vegan crocodile leather decorative tray is just that. At 12 inches in diameter, it can hold everything from your morning drinks to your bathroom cosmetics. Will just one even be enough?

This Bistro Tile set is an institution at Anthropologie, and we’ve been fans with every rendition of the set. So imagine our delight when they released a Valentine’s Day edition of the mosaic-inspired motifs, in the form of a vase. Its heart-shaped accents are the perfect statement for the Francophile at heart.

For that special night, there’s no better vessel for all of your sweets—and the Champagne, of course—than a golden-hued bar cart.

A chic cheeseboard is simply the one necessity when entertaining. Pottery Barn’s marble heart cheeseboard is sure to be the talk of the evening—no matter how good the cheese is.

We’re totally sliving for Paris Hilton’s cookware launch, which included this heart-shaped pot this is (praise be)! Your traditional Valentine’s Day meal is sure to get all the ooh’s and aaah’s in this charming dish.

Swapping out your wall art is an easy, low-effort way to transform your space without the hassle of storage. This painting of cherries with a bow on top is precious, quirky, and joyful. Place it in this frame to give it pride of place in your home.

Bring on the teacakes, mini cucumber sandwiches, and delectable tarts—one never gets too old for a tea party. A classic porcelain set of tea cups is the perfect thing to bring out for a weekend brunch with the gals. Pinkies up!

Another artificial bloom you can pair with the above florals. However, these are far more affordable, clocking in at $27 a bunch. Their lifelike appearance adds charm to any space, whether as a centerpiece or a decorative accent, with no need for maintenance or worries about allergies. This is truly our heart’s desire.