Deck out your space for Valentine’s Day with these 15 standout home decor items

Published January 13, 2025

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Graphic by Kayleigh Drake; photos courtesy of retailers

Valentine’s Day is a fun occasion (and excuse) for redecorating. And this year, plenty of online retailers like Pottery Barn, Amazon and Macy’s are offering items to freshen up the home, from candles to throw pillows to bathroom rugs. We’ve looked through thousands of items — many of them on sale — to come up with this list of 15 stand-out Valentine’s Day home decor products that bring a touch of class, fun and romance to your living spaces.

Our top picks range from cute gnome decorations to heartfelt wall hangings, but they all have one thing in common: They’re good for display and use year-round, not just for Valentine’s Day. Don’t miss the chance to freshen up your home with these lovely (and love-y) items!

1. These stoneware platters are dishwasher, microwave and oven safe, and they make for great serving plates.

>> Buy the Heirloom Scalloped Heart Stoneware Serving Platter for $34.50 on Pottery Barn

2. As soft as a teddy bear and shaped like hearts, these pillows are great for a sofa or on a bed.

>> Buy the Cozy Teddy Faux Fur Heart Shaped Pillow for $49.50 on Pottery Barn

3. We love the rich red color version of this comfy reversible throw, because it’s Valentine’s Day after all!

>> Buy the Fireside Cozy Sherpa Reversible Throw for $49 on Pottery Barn

4. This five-piece set of LED candles can be controlled remotely, and it adds a welcoming, intimate atmosphere to any room.

>> Buy the Flameless LED Candles with Timer for $27.99 on Amazon

5. These 18-by-18-inch pillow covers are machine-washable and can be stored away when not “in season.”

>> Buy the AVOIN Colorlife Be My Valentine Red Candy Heart Throw Pillow Covers for $18.99 on Amazon

6. Give some romantic ambience to a dinner or bedroom table with this set of two neon lights, which can be powered by AA batteries or USB.

>> Buy the BRIGHTDECK 2 Pack Heart Neon Lights for $19.99 on Amazon

7. Add pleasant and sensuous smells to the air with this scented candle, which comes in 13 scents ranging from cedarwood to grapefruit.

>> Buy the Monochrome No. 11 Bloom 1-Wick Candle for $59.99 (33% off) on Crate & Barrel

8. Spread some Valentine’s Day cheer with this cute pair of gnome decorations, which can be posed on a shelf or around the house.

>> Buy the Ayieyill Valentine’s Day Gnome Plush Elf Decorations for $22.99 on Walmart

9. Welcome guests to your house with this rustic, handsome wreath made of intertwined twig and berry decorations.

>> Buy the Idyllic Valentine’s Day Heart Wreath for $23.99 on Walmart

10. You can place these small cloth Valentine hearts in a bowl for display, or set them around the house to give rooms a bit of color.

>> Buy the Mixed Pattern Heart Valentine’s Decorative Filler Set for $10 on Target

11. Declare your love with this tasteful wood sign, which works equally well in the kitchen or a living room.

>> Buy the Transpac Wood 15.75 Inch Brown Valentine’s Day “Love You More” Wall Decor for $44.99 on Target

12. This sturdy doormat is great for everyday use and its red, white and pink heart designs give visitors a warm greeting.

>> Buy the 1’6″ x 2’6″ Valentine’s Day All Over Hearts Coir Doormat for $13 on Target

13. This ruffled heart-shaped rug, composed of absorbent cotton, is perfect for a master bathroom or powder room.

>> Buy the Better Trends Ruffle Bath Rug from $67 on Macy’s

14. Hang this set of three gold-toned, heart-shaped iron bells anywhere to create a homey feeling.

>> Buy Rosemary Lane Metal Heart Decorative Bells with Hanging Rope Set of 3 for $36 on Macy’s

15. You can rest cooking implements on these high-quality stoneware trays in the kitchen, or use them as spoon rests for guests.

>> Buy the Le Creuset Heart Shaped Spoon Rest for $29.95 on Macy’s

Ho Lin is a content writer at McClatchy. He has over two decades of experience in content strategy, creation, and development, ranging from subjects such as anime and manga to military benefits, job search advice and AI evaluation. Ho is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and holds a M.A. in Creative Writing from Johns Hopkins University. Ho also writes both fiction and non-fiction; his books include China Girl and Bond Movies: A Retrospective.