Gift Ideas for Valentines Day 2014

For all those couples in love out there, Valentine’s Day is coming around. For the singles still looking for love – well, Valentine’s Day is still about love, and that love can be for a friend, a sibling, a parent, even a pet! If you know who your Valentine is going to be this V-Day, then it is probably time to figure out what you are getting them, too. On the world’s most celebrated day for the expression of love, check out some great ideas on what you could gift your Valentine this year.

Chocolate

A little clichéd, you say? To all of you who say so, we say that a cliché becomes a cliché for a reason. It is a rare few who can say with conviction that chocolate cannot brighten up their day. A box of heart-shaped candy for the sweetheart is a wonderful gift – it is cheesy, it is romantic, it is old-school sentimental, and best of all, it is yum. Oh and since chocolate happens to be a woman’s best friend (except for diamonds, maybe – it is a close tie!), it makes a wonderful gift for a single Valentine too! You can never really go wrong with a box of Lindt, now, can you?

Teddy Bear

Now once again, this one is somewhat of a cliché. But once again, a cliché doesn’t arbitrarily become one, does it? If your Valentine is someone who would appreciate the conventional, cute, romantic gesture, then a teddy bear holding a big red heart with the words ‘I Love You’ printed in block across it is a perfect gift. For those of you whose Valentine does not fall in this category, don’t take the term ‘Teddy Bear’ literally – get them a stuffed toy, a bobble-head, even an action figure of their favourite TV series or animated character, maybe one that is a shared favourite even!

Red Accessories

The best part about this category is that you can improvise based on the relationship you share with your Valentine. Red tie for the men, or maybe perhaps an ascot scarf (or even socks, if they have a little bit of a funky side!); red scarf, bangles, ballet flats, handbag… the list for women is quite endless. Think of your Valentine’s favourite accessory, and go out and find one of those in a shade of startling red to symbolize just how much you love them, and wrap it an a matching shade of red gift paper, if you want to go all out!

Flowers

Nothing beats flowers on Valentine’s Day. Whether your Valentine is a friend, a sibling, a lover, or any other kind of relationship that can possible be conceived, there is always a flower that can convey to that person just how much you love them. Yellow, pink, white or red – take your pick of a rose colour, and gather a beautiful bouquet for your Valentine. And if they aren’t too thrilled about roses in general, then get them a bouquet of their personal favourite flower instead – tulips, orchids, lilies… once again, the list is long.

Hand-Written Note

There will always be, among the Valentines of the world, a type of people who are extremely un-inclined towards sentimentality and conventional romantic gestures. For those Valentines, we say keep it simple – write a note. On the world’s most celebrated day of love, put down just how much you love (and the reasons why, too – you could make it creative!) this person in words. The pen is quite mighty, as proverbial hearsay will tell you. And even if you think that your Valentine does not particularly need to be told that you love them, trust us – there is a whole different feel about love that is expressed explicitly. It will absolutely make their day.

Creative Valentine's Day Dates

The day of St. Valentine is almost upon us, and the feeling of love is palpable in the air. The fourteenth of February is perhaps, in today’s times, the most widely celebrated day of love – and when it comes to romantic love, needless to say, it is a hey-day for all those committed couples. Nevertheless, planning a special celebratory date is not an easy task. How do you make every Valentine’s Day as special and unique as the one that came before? Check out some of our suggestions on how you can give your Valentine an ultra-special, ultra-romantic Valentine’s date this year.

Getting Physical

And we don’t mean in bed (at least, not just as yet!). Do something fun and sporty with your Valentine this year – trekking, hiking, swimming, riding, anything at all that is outdoorsy and fun and can be done while enjoying each other’s company. It is a great way to have fun, spend some quality time together, as well as get that adrenaline rushing and ‘happy hormones’ flowing, perfect to set the mood and tone for the rest of your special day together. Although, it is advised that you do not indulge in physical activity that is too intense, as it might just tire you out too much for you to enjoy the rest of the day. Keep it active, but not exhausting.

Quality R&R

Sometimes, however, the exact opposite might just do the trick. Book yourselves into a couple’s massage and spa treatment package for the day. Relax together, maybe hit the pool, take a walk on the beach, and sip on some icy-cold cocktails while you lounge in the sun. Make the best of V-Day and do all the things that will really help you unwind and de-stress with your favourite person in the world.

Take a Vacation

Taking the R&R to the next level, pack yourselves away for the weekend someplace romantic – exotic or quaint, that could depend entirely on your taste. Book a room for two with a comfy king-sized bed and a beautiful balcony view. Spend the day exploring the local culture, with your nights out on the town having delicious dinners and taking dips in the hotel pool, or perhaps even the Jacuzzi with champagne and strawberries as a side-dish. Go all out this Valentine and splurge on yourselves for a memorable couple of days away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Pop the Question

Now this is a biggie – if you and your Valentine are at that place in your relationship where you are ready to take it to the next level, V-Day could absolutely be the perfect setting to break it to your Valentine that you want to spend the rest of your life with them. What could make this Valentine’s Day any more special than having it remembered as the day that you finally proposed? On the other hand, your Valentine may like it better if you had popped the question on a day that wasn’t celebrated by the rest of the day, hence giving the two of you a special day of your own. So be careful with this one; make sure that the gesture is something that your Valentine will truly appreciate.

Homebound Lovin’

Sometimes, the best Valentine’s Days can be spent without even setting foot outdoors! Lock yourselves in, turn off your phones, change into your comfiest clothes… and just spend the entire day together doing all of those homely things that you love. Cook together, eat brunch in bed, watch some of your old-time favourite movies, play board games, order in, cuddle together and take an afternoon nap… and maybe step out of the house just once, as you take a drive together and watch the sun set someplace pretty.