59 gifts for wives that we promise are on her wishlist (even if she doesn’t know it yet)

Take it from a soon-to-be Mrs: finding gifts for wives is something you need to put your whole heart into. When the roles are reversed and it’s her turn to treat you, does she absolutely nail it every single time? Exactly. Time to repay the favour.

Granted, Valentine’s Day has sprung out of nowhere (seriously, it’s in two weeks) and you’d be forgiven for struggling for ideas so soon after Christmas, but, one thing’s for sure, she deserves to be shown some love.

Best gifts for wives at a glance

1. Anniversary gifts for wives: Saint Laurent Le 5 à 7 Leather Hobo Bag Shoulder Bag, £1,755, Net-A-Porter
2. Birthday gift ideas for wives: Nespresso Creatista Plus Coffee Machine by Sage, £329.95, John Lewis
3. Romantic gifts for wives: The Valentine’s Day Mini Hardback Photo Book, from £22, Papier
4. Mother’s Day gifts for wives: Matte White Breakfast in Bed Tray, £65, The White Company
5. Unique gifts for wives: Anissa Kermiche Love Handles Earthenware Vase, £340, MATCHESFASHION

She’s the woman you chose to spend the rest of your life with, someone you lean on through the good and the bad, so, yes, she’s far more deserving than a gift card. Sorry. Think more along the lines of luxury gifts for her, sentimental gifts ideas or gifts for mums (if she’s the mother of your children) and you’ll be on the right tracks. You could show her you’ve really put some thought into it with a personalised Valentine’s Day gift, or utterly pamper her with a beauty gift set full of treats.

You (hopefully) know your wife well enough by now to know what she’ll appreciate, and she may have already sent you her wishlist if she’s someone who isn’t afraid beat around the bush, but on the off chance you want to totally surprise her you’ll find 59 helpful ideas below.

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