Need some Valentine’s Day gift inspiration? This is the Trend You Need to Try!
If you’ve been anywhere near TikTok lately, you’ll know that the latest trend in seasonal gifting has arrived: the BAE BASKET (aka Valentine’s Day hampers)! We’ve seen Boo Baskets for Halloween and Burr Baskets for Christmas and now? It’s time for Valentine’s to take centre stage with a with a carefully curated, DIY Valentine’s Day gift hamper packed with special finds and sweet surprises.
This year, Manchester Arndale is bringing the trend to life with our ultimate Bae Basket ideas, featuring handpicked goodies from your favourite stores. And the best part? You could win it in our exclusive Instagram giveaway.
Let’s take a peek at the best Valentine’s Day gifts and read until the end to find out how to WIN one!
![Hotel Chocolat A pink, heart shaped box of chocolates from Hotel Chocolate outside Manchester Arndale](https://manchester-arndale-assets.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/app/uploads/2025/02/IMG_1036-800x650.jpg)
Hotel Chocolat
Nothing says “I love you” quite like luxury Valentine’s Day chocolates and this indulgent heart-shaped box from Hotel Chocolat is the ultimate way to make someone feel special. Featuring 35 expertly crafted treats including Champagne truffles, Praline Oysters and fruity Raspberry Smoothies. This collection of Valentine’s Day candy is designed to impress.
Hotel Chocolat![LEGO Lego Valentines set held up outside Manchester Arndale](https://manchester-arndale-assets.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/app/uploads/2025/02/IMG_1058-e1738861950799-800x650.jpg)
LEGO
For a fun and thoughtful gift, why not build your love – literally! This adorable LEGO set is a unique Valentine’s Day gift idea that brings everyone’s favourite yellow canary, Tweety Bird, into the spotlight. With two styling options, you can pose Tweety as Cupid with a bow and arrow or give him a heart and bouquet of flowers!
LEGO![Go Outdoors Pale pink Stanley Tumbler held up outside Manchester Arndale](https://manchester-arndale-assets.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/app/uploads/2025/02/IMG_1051-800x650.jpg)
GO Outdoors
Speaking of Valentine’s Day trends – the viral Stanley Cup is a hydration essential and would make the perfect addition to your Valentine’s Day hampers. Whether your loved one is a coffee addict, a tea enthusiast or someone who loves to keep their water ice-cold all day long, this stylish and practical tumbler makes a great gift.
Go Outdoors![Kenji Two pink plushies from Kenji held up outside Manchester Arndale](https://manchester-arndale-assets.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/app/uploads/2025/02/IMG_1066-e1738861966936-800x650.jpg)
Kenji
Bae Baskets aren’t complete without something cute and cuddly so Kenji’s Yabu Fluffy Plushies are an ideal pick – they even come in a variety of adorable designs from koalas to kittens. Plus, between 1st-16th February, you can add an exclusive Mima Fluffy Lovers Keyring for just £2 – a sweet little bonus that makes this gift even more special. Looking for DIY Valentine’s Day gifts? Pair this with handwritten love notes for a personalised touch!
KENJI![Space NK Space NK mini black bag held up outside Manchester Arndale](https://manchester-arndale-assets.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/app/uploads/2025/02/IMG_1039-800x650.jpg)
Space NK
Luxury beauty doesn’t have to mean full-sized bottles. Space NK’s collection of mini beauty must-haves means you mix and match skincare, makeup and Valentine’s Day perfume. These pint-sized products are a great way to experience high-end beauty without the commitment. It really is the best Valentine’s Day gift for anyone who loves a little bit of everything!
Space NK![Flying Tiger Red heart-shaped mug and box of fortune cookies held up outside Manchester Arndale](https://manchester-arndale-assets.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/app/uploads/2025/02/IMG_1044-800x650.jpg)
Flying Tiger
Flying Tiger is the ultimate shop for unique Valentine’s Day gifts and a walk around the shops will give you loads of ideas for the ultimate Bae Basket. Start the day right with a heart-shaped mug and some Valentine’s Day snacks and candy. These fortune cookies even come with sweet surprise messages inside!
Flying Tiger![Waterstones A mystery book wrapped up and held up outside Manchester Arndale](https://manchester-arndale-assets.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/app/uploads/2025/02/IMG_1052-800x650.jpg)
Waterstones
Feeling adventurous? Waterstones is bringing a little mystery to your next read with their Blind Date with a Book promotion. Instead of choosing by title or author, you’ll pick up a beautifully wrapped book with only a few intriguing clues about the story inside. No spoilers, no expectations – just the thrill of discovering a hidden gem. Make sure to surprise your book-worm with this thoughtful Valentine’s Day book!
Waterstones![Rituals A shimmering pink body spray and shower foam set from Rituals held up outside Manchester Arndale](https://manchester-arndale-assets.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/app/uploads/2025/02/IMG_1047-800x650.jpg)
Rituals
Finally on our list of Bae Basket ideas – look no further than Rituals’ Sakura Collection. Infused with the delicate scent of cherry blossoms, their Foaming Shower Gel and Shimmering Body Spray add a subtle, radiant glow to the skin – perfect for date night. These beauty treats are among the best Valentine’s Day gifts for a little at-home pampering.
![BAE BASKET Valentine's Day Hamper outside Manchester Arndale Shopping Centre.](https://manchester-arndale-assets.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/app/uploads/2025/02/IMG_1035-e1738861288525-800x650.jpg)
How to Win the Bae Basket
Want to get your hands on this dreamy Valentine’s Day hamper? We’re giving one lucky Instagram follower the chance to WIN! Keep an eye on our Instagram for all the details, competition goes live on Sunday 9th February!
Whether you’re putting together your own Bae Basket ideas or hoping to win, this trend is the perfect way to celebrate love this year!
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