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13th February 2019

St. Valentine's Day Gift Ideas

Traditional Valentine's Day Gifts

Top 10 Traditional Valentine’S Day Gifts For HerTop 10 Traditional Valentine’S Day Gifts For Him
  1. Lingerie – Underwear is a classic Valentine’s gift for her. Flowers are whatever knickers are forever so whether it is naughty or nice be sure treat her to some nice lingerie.
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  2. Perfume – You just can’t go wrong with this one. Women are always cautious about looking and smelling good so why not purchase a nice bottle of perfume for her.
  3. Flowers – For some strange reason flowers really do brighten up her day. Therefore to see that smile beaming this Valentine’s Day purchasing a nice bouquet of flowers can work wonders. (She will know if it is a cheap bunch of flowers from the petrol station or supermarket or even stolen from the neighbours garden so choose wisely).
  4. Hotel stay – There is no better feeling than a break away from all the hype. Therefore a weekend or even a night’s stay in a hotel could make you very popular with her this Valentine’s day.
  5. Jewellery - Diamonds are a girl’s best friend! Not to worry if you don’t have the money for diamonds, any type of jewellery will be a perfect runner up this Valentine’s Day for her. Tip: Pandora bracelets and pretty much any type of Tiffany jewellery are very popular among the female population.
  6. Chocolates – You really cannot go wrong with a nice box of chocolates for her. I am sure she will indulge with these, whilst thinking lovingly of you.
  7. A lovely meal – A bit Cliché maybe – however wining and dining your lady this Valentine’s Day could be just the ticket. Be sure to book a table early though as many men I am sure will have the same idea.
  8. Spa day – It is difficult to come across a woman who doesn’t like being pampered. Therefore making a reservation at a local Spa for her this Valentine’s Day could make you a real hit.
  9. Kindle – Women really do like to read. Whether it is gossip magazines or books such as that dam fifty shades of grey or twilight sagas it is very common to see women reading. Therefore why not buy her a kindle, this will allow you to get rid of that book shelf which is taking up all the room and your lady can keep her books all stored on one small portable device
  10. Adventurous – Maybe she is a bit of an adrenaline junkie and loves being active. Therefore consider a gift such as indoor sky diving or go karting to add a bit of excitement to your Valentine’s Day.
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  1. Aftershave – Birthdays, Christmas or even Valentine’s Day. Aftershave is perfect for him for any occasion so why not treat him to a nice bottle of aftershave. Choose wisely however as you will have to smell it for the next few months.
  2. Sports tickets – Chances are he will like some kind of sport. Men become so passionate and involved with sports therefore if he is a sports fan why not purchase 2 tickets to a sporting event for him. And if you hate the sport and still want to look caring and considerate suggest he takes a friend for extra brownie points.
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  3. Watch – Women like bracelets, necklaces and earrings men love watches. If your man is always on the move a new watch can be a very practical present this Valentine’s Day. Plus he is taking a little bit of you everywhere he goes.
  4. Wallet – A stylish leather wallet can go down a treat for your man. Wallets are something all men use therefore when he is getting it out constantly to treat you for the remainder of the year it is important the wallet looks good.
  5. CD or DVD – If he is constantly referring to his favourite band or is on the edge of his seat whilst caught up on his favourite types of movies why not consider buying your man a CD or DVD this Valentine’s Day.
  6. Video games – Chances are he will be obsessed with all the latest video games which you find totally pointless and boring. However if you want some peace and quiet whilst enjoying the soaps why not keep him occupied with the latest video game.
  7. Gadgets – Is your man obsessed with gadgets? Why not consider buying him a nifty device like noise cancelling headphones, an iPod or if you are feeling extra generous an iPad. This will make you feel like the perfect companion and make you seem perfect to all his friends.
  8. Alcohol – Whether it is a heavy one with the lads or a few quiet drinks at home alcohol is a popular choice of presents for him. Consider a nice bottle of spirit for your man this Valentine’s Day.
  9. Clothing – Are you embarrassed by his dress sense? If so Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to update his wardrobe to clothing that you actually feel comfortable accompanying him out of the house in. Cardigans and jumpers are a popular choice.
  10. Experience day – If your man likes to be adventurous and try new things consider purchasing him an experience day. Companies like red letter days offer these one day experiences such as a Ferrari track day, off road driving or even a flying lesson. This could really make you outshine him on Valentine’s Day.

Non-Traditional Valentine's Day Gifts

Top 10 Non-Traditional Valentine’S Day Gifts For herTop 10 Non-Traditional Valentine’S Day Gifts For Him
  1. Be a chef – Sure taking her out for a meal is great however if you want to transform into the ultimate romantic why not consider cooking a 3 course meal for your loved one. You can even provide the wine on the table for extra brownie points.
  2. Personalised touch – Consider adding a personal touch to your Valentine’s Day gift. A mug with a picture of yourself on it or a personalised bottle of champagne with her name and a photo of you and her on looks like you have gone the extra mile.
  3. Quality time together – Why not consider spending the whole night together with her. Watch her favourite film and eat her favourite chocolates with her. This will make her feel special and loved. On the plus side it also saves you splashing out a fortune.
  4. Hunter Wellies – With the UK weather being very unpredictable why not keep her up with the latest craze and buy her some hunter wellies. Even if the snow holds off these wellies still look great when worn casually.
  5. Poet – If you are a firm believer of ‘it’s the thought that counts’ why not write her a personalised love poem. This will show her you really do care and you are willing to go to extreme lengths just to please her.
  6. Be adventurous – Why not think outside the box further and be totally spontaneous by booking something mind thrilling for her. Things like indoor sky diving, rock climbing or even a race car driving day can come as a welcomed surprise for her.
  7. Picture frame – Consider making a picture frame with a compilation of photos of you and her. This is something she can hang up and will be an everlasting present.
  8. Weekend away – If you are looking to impress her this Valentine’s Day why not splash out on a romantic weekend away. Paris and Venice are popular locations or if you are looking to cut back on costs the Lake District and York are nice places to get away too.
  9. Hot air balloon ride – This is something totally different and can be a great way to get away from all the stress ground level offers and have a nice relaxing time in the sky. Not the best idea if she is petrified of heights so be careful.
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  10. Wine tasting – If she has a soft spot for the occasional glass of wine or two why not book a wine tasting session. This is an enjoyable experience and it gives you the opportunity to taste different types of wine together.
  1. Ultimate excitement – Consider adding some excitement to his day. Why not think about booking him a sky dive, bungee jump or even clay pigeon shooting. This can be something he has wanted to do for a while and with your assistance can make it a memorable Valentine’s Day.
  2. A new hobby - Has he been waffling on about taking up a new hobby but has never really got round to it? If so why not consider purchasing him a ski lesson or a golf lesson. This gives him the chance to try something new and exciting.
  3. Bring back the youth – How many times do we hear the phrase ‘when I was younger’ therefore why not take him back to his youth by purchasing him a retro sweet hamper which has the sweets in from his youth. This will bring back memories for him and give him the chance to relive those magical moments.
  4. Adult toys / lingerie – The perfect gift for yourself that is really for him, letting him no at the beginning of the night that you are wearing his gift beneath will have him eating out of your hands all night. Add an adult toy to the equation and he may even do the housework for a week.
  5. Brewery set – Is he a bit of an alcohol fanatic? Does he think he has the perfect solution to making the ultimate beer? Then why not consider a home making brewery set for him. This gives him the chance to brew his own larger and find out if he has what it takes to bring the next big thing to local pubs.
  6. Comfort – Silk boxers, so simple but yet so effective. These can add real comfort to his day.
  7. Get personal – If you want to add a personal touch to his Valentine’s Day why not get him a personalised bottle of spirit. A picture of you and him on the bottle can be something he can keep once empty.
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  8. Morning surprise – Why not set your alarm 15 minutes earlier and bring him breakfast in bed. This will ensure he feels special and cared about on Valentine’s Day and will give him a positive start to the day. This is also very cost effective.
  9. Home life entertainment – Does he need something to do whilst you are watching television? Look at purchasing him a dart board, pool table or foosball table this will keep him occupied when you require silence during important television moments.
  10. Sports equipment – If he is a sport maniac like most men a sports kit or new sports trainers could be the perfect gift for him. This is something he won’t expect you to purchase so could be a cracking Valentine’s Day surprise.

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