Cute and useful mugs to buy this Valentine’s Day
Chocolates, flowers, jewelry, or whatever it may be, the perfect Valentine’s gift isn’t particularly about the kind of item that is given—but rather, the thought and emotion behind it. A one-of-a-kind necklace or bouquet of roses may undoubtedly dazzle, but even the simplest of gifts that convey “I thought about you, so I got this for you” will be remembered and cherished dearly.
A simple mug, though quite mundane, plays a bigger part in our lives than we give it credit for. It sits on our desk as we comb through our tasks for the day. It’s there on days we need it the most—with warmth from a hot drink that sits in our hands before it even touches our lips. And if you’re feeling a little melancholic, the handiest of mugs will have you thinking of your partner whenever you miss them.
It may not be the flashiest of gifts, but a mug that’ll be with your partner through thick or thin—what else would beat that?
Oh!Some and an endless collection to choose from
Oh!Some, which recently opened its first store in the Philippines at One Ayala, Makati, has everything you could ever want—stylish power banks, adorable figurines, warm jackets, massive tumblers, comfy pillows, and more—featuring collaborations with notable Japanese anime and Disney characters.
But don’t miss out on their wide selection of mugs. So far, I’ve really liked their “The Daily Coffee Time” mug, which not only features a cute illustration but also a firm handle that comfortably wraps around the fingers.
During my recent visit, a similarly-shaped “Love Me, Love My Dog” mug caught my eye—perfect for your dog-parent partner.
A Papemelroti personalized character mug
Looking for a mug uniquely fit for your partner? Papemelroti has a personalized character mug where you can select from up to 28 characters designed by award-winning illustrator Robert Alejandro—and you can add your name plus any title or description, to boot.
Catch the love bug with Starbucks
Love appears in many forms and can strike unannounced, whether you intended to or not. And if you’ve caught the love bug, you might as well get your partner Starbucks’ latest collection. Starbucks Love Bug features all sorts of mugs and tumblers, from a reusable straw cup to a heavy-duty tumbler, all featuring a bright, pastel pink color.
Our pick? The 12oz Queen Love Bug with Lid—not only is it cute, but it’s the only item in the collection with an actual “love bug.”
Nitori and a drink to last the day
Love doesn’t have to be flashy and grandiose: steady and firm are the makings of a long-lasting and stable relationship, and this Nitori Stainless Steel Beer Mug embodies that quite well. It has an easy-to-hold handle that ensures ease of use, and it’s vacuum-insulated to maintain a drink’s temperature. As for my favorite, it’s also resistant to condensation.
And since it is, after all, a beer mug, it can hold up to 500ml of beer—foam included.
Keeping it subtle with Crate and Barrel
On the note of subtlety and steadiness, a problem with Valentine’s gifts is that while cute—they can be too cute, too pink, or have too many hearts and roses to fit into daily use.
In short: fun when you receive it, a little cheesy to keep using daily.
Crate and Barrel’s Wilder Mug, made exclusively in Portugal, features flecks of brown reactive glaze and a freeform rim. With a sand-colored look, it can also fit any occasion, from long days at the home office to an evening celebration with friends and family.
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