Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and we know finding a great gift can be difficult, especially in Lagos! So, we’ve decided to help you out by putting together a gift guide that features businesses owned by young Nigerians. We hope you find this helpful! For more ideas, visit our directory to discover other businesses and their product offerings.
1. Valentine’s Day Cards from Anoela Cards
For ALL your card needs this season (and always to be honest), Anoela Cards has got you covered! If you haven’t already, check out their recently released Valentine’s Day Card Collection.
2. Sweet Treats (read as: Baked Goods)
Let’s be honest, very few people dislike baked goods and sweet treats on Valentine’s Day, so these are definitely a great idea! Eden Beginnings is offering a lot of cute package options for Valentine’s Day. They have The Eden Love Box, Cupcake Bouquets, and Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Cupcakes!
Eden Beginnings
You can also order some amazing cookies from Koko’s Cookies, or some yummy cinnamon buns, donuts, or cupcakes from Vanilla Bakehouse. Whatever you pick, we’re sure it’ll be a hit!
Koko's Cookies Vanilla Bakehouse
3. Wig, Ponytail, Lashes or a Mani-Pedi from the Mohini Experience
So we know we don’t have to talk too much with this one, because we’re sure any and all of the women in your life would appreciate any of these gifts! AND, it gets better… Mohini is currently having a sale! So, you can buy your favorite woman (or women) a wig, ponytail, or lashes at a discount! You can also treat your significant other to a mani-pedi in store. Head over to their Instagram page to get details on prices, ordering, and booking appointments.
4. Jewelry
It used to be almost impossible to find nice, affordable jewelry in Lagos. Thankfully, brands like Zuri Lagos and Raenna are working to fill that gap! Definitely look into either of these brands for some stylish pieces to use as Valentine’s Day gifts.
Zuri Lagos
Raenna
For an extra touch, Zuri Lagos is offering cute Valentine’s Day Love Boxes, making the packaging process simpler for you.
5. Skincare Products
Skincare products always make great gifts for women and men! Lagos-based skincare brands like Simisola Naturals, Arami Essentials, Ajali, Buttercup Naturals and Matte Apothecary have great ranges of body butters, and oils. Check out their websites and Instagram pages to see the gift sets and products available this Valentine’s Day!
6. Chow Noodle Bar Treat Box
The way to pretty much everyone’s heart is through food, and Chow Noodle Bar has come up with the Treat Box to make this really easy for you to deliver this Valentine’s Day! Their gift box comes with their signature stir fry, sparkling juice, wings, a red velvet cupcake, chocolates, popcorn and a Valentine’s Day Card! Head over to their Instagram page or call them to order.
7. Fitness Merch and a Fitness Plan from HE Fitness
For all the fit fam couples out there, (or if you have a partner who is a dedicated member of the Lagos Fit Fam), a great gift idea could be some fitness merch from HE Fitness’ recently released collection, or one of their personalized fitness plans! Check out their Instagram page for more information on both.
8. IMA Lingerie
If you want a bit of a sexier gift for you and your partner, IMA Lingerie offers a large range of affordable lingerie pieces in various sizes.
9. Shoes and/or Purses
There are several incredible brands who make beautiful, top quality bags and shoes, but for this list, we will be highlighting two:
Bakwai Bags sells handmade purses that are made in Lagos using locally sourced materials. They specialize in simple and stylish designs that compliment the everyday look and add a special touch to a night out and they have a large range of handbag styles to suit the needs of all customers.
Motee NYC is a Lagos-based shoe company that offers a wide variety of women’s shoes, ranging from strappy heeled sandals, to mules in sizes 36-42 (US 5-11).
10. Clothing
Clothing is also a viable gift option this Valentine’s Day, and lucky for us, there’s a variety of youth-owned brands/stores to get clothing items from in Lagos. Some of the most popular ones are:
This affordable womenswear brand just released their newest collection. The L'amour collection contains a variety of blouses, and dresses in UK sizes 6 - 24.
Sammy States is a budding British-Nigerian Streetwear Brand offers a range of graphic t-shirts, shorts and trousers in sizes S - XL.
This fast-growing online retail store has everything from men and women’s clothing, to accessories and footwear, and everything ships from - yeah, you guessed it - Lagos.
Gëto is a casual clothing line that has a range of pieces for women, in addition to unisex t-shirts.
The urban streetwear retail and concept store, XII Glover, is located in Ikoyi, Lagos. The store stocks international brands such as Kith, Bape, Nike, Adidias, Off-White, Balenciaga, Supreme and many more.
We hope you found this list helpful and we hope you have a great Valentine's Day!
- The YCM Team
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