The Best Valentine's Day Gifts Chosen by Naomi Watts

"On Valentine's Day it's important to take the time to appreciate and celebrate the meaningful connections in your life," Watts, 54, tells PEOPLE. Here the star and founder of Stripes, a beauty brand committed to self-care, shares her picks for everyone on your list 

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Chic Case

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"Everything from this brand is cool. This would be perfect for a friend."

Buy It! Clare V. Card Envelope, $75; clarev.com

02 of 15

Soothing Serum

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Watts launched her menopause wellness brand Stripes in 2022. She says this hyaluronic acid hydrator is great for anyone with dry or sensitive skin: "I cannot get enough of it, so it's the gift I'm giving myself."

Buy It! Stripes The Power Move, $85; iamstripes.com

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Sweet Treat

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With flavors ranging from caramel to rose, the famed French bakery's macarons are an extra-special "gesture for your mum or mother-in-law."

Buy It! Ladurée Gift Box, $30 for 8; laduree.us

04 of 15

Stylish Frames

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"Everyone loves these glasses: men, women, all my old mates."

Buy It! Caddis Hooper Reading Glasses, $109; caddislife.com

05 of 15

Must-Have Charger

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"This is for my kids [Kai, 14, and Sasha, 15], who keep nicking mine!"

Buy It! Courant Catch:1 Essentials, $40; staycourant.com

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Statement Stems

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"Not to sound like a cliché, but I'm a sucker for flowers. A gorgeous bouquet and a romantic dinner? Yes, please."

Buy It! Flowerbx Mint Parrot Tulips, $75; flowerbx.com

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Feel-Good Book

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"When things get a bit too dark and cynical, it's good to revert to something sentimental." Enter: this collection of uplifting poetry.

Buy It! How to Love the World: Poems of Gratitude and Hope, $15; bookshop.org

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Giant Chocolate Bar

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"I love chocolate," Watts says. These bars come in more than a dozen flavors.

Buy It! Tony's Chocolonely, $6.50; tonyschocolonely.com

09 of 15

Luxe Body Cleanser

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Watts calls this gel "a gorgeous-smelling household staple for anyone on your list."

Buy It! Costa Brazil Nutrient-Rich Hand and Body Wash, $48; ondabeauty.com

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Cute Cards

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"The older I get, the more I realize playing a game of cards is the most fun. If I can get my kids to join too, it's a win-win."

Buy It! Zazzle Candy Hearts Pattern Playing Cards, $10; zazzle.com

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Specialty Salts

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Created by celebrity jewelry designer Jennifer Fisher, these popular blends are "the perfect hostess gift."

Buy It! Jennifer Fisher Salt Trio, $30; jenniferfisherjewelry.com

12 of 15

A Classic Polo

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"For any of the men in your life… boyfriends, dads, brothers, whoever! This is a timeless present."

Buy It! GoodLife Polo, $88; goodlifeclothing.com

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Crisp Rosé

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"Who doesn't love a nice glass of rosé? This beautiful bottle is a perfect, easy year-round gift."

Buy It! Wölffer Estate Summer in a Bottle Long Island Rosé, $26; store.wolffer.com

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Trendy Tanks

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"An essential, good for every day-to-night activity."

Buy It! Sold Out NYC The Not So Basic Tank, $85; soldout.nyc.com

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Sleek Serving Boards

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"Made in California, these serving boards are perfect for a chocolate and strawberry platter."

Buy It! Studio Inko Walnut Cutting & Serving Board, $75, sunnyspop.com

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