Valentine's Day, St. Valentine's Day, Cupid's Day - no matter how your sweetheart marks it on her calendar, February 14th might as well be a national holiday. Even Christmas and her birthday probably pale in comparison. On Cupid's Day, she wants to be swept of her feet, feel loved and adored. Though most of all, she wants you to turn on the left side of your brain and get creative. In short, you have to go from man to superman – at least in the Valentine's Day gifts-giving category.
Sure, the pressure is definitely on, and 2010 is no different. Fortunately, there are plenty of great Valentine's Day gift ideas to choose from this year. From gifts that sparkle to something tasty, we've come up with a handful of great Valentine's Day gift ideas that will pay you dividends. Consider your sweetheart's personality, likes and dislikes, and use the list below for some inspiration.
Gift Idea: More Than Candy Hearts – Gourmet Gifts
Some of the best Valentine's Day gift ideas are meant to be unwrapped - and eaten. But think beyond candy hearts. Believe it or not, gourmet food is a perfect way to say, "I love you". It's thoughtful, romantic and delicious. For the female wine connoisseur on your list, send an elegant wine basket. For that chocolate lover, send a delicious assortment of chocolates. And for the true romantic, a classic batch of hand-dipped strawberries might feed her fancy. What's even better is you can feed them to her. Wink, wink.
Gift Idea: Gifts For The Body
Jewelry, women's accessories, and spa gifts are all well known Valentine's Day gift ideas, but your sweetheart may really like a gift that she can bathe in or wear – a gift for the body. The truth is you can't go wrong with something shiny. From diamonds to white gold to sterling silver, just make sure your jewelry gift is sentimental. You could also treat her to a bit of pampering. Spa gift baskets are a great way for your lady to enjoy a spa-like experience at home. On February 14th, 2009, consider gifts like these and leave the rest to Cupid.
Gift Idea: Flowers
Sometimes, it's best to keep it simple on Valentine's Day. In other words, get your sweetheart a bouquet of ,Valentine's Day flowers in 2009 to let her know how much you love her. And, unless she just can't get enough red roses on her mantel, this is your chance to get creative. In fact, a recent poll revealed that a majority of women prefer something other than a bouquet of roses for Valentine's Day. With a wide variety of flower types, and an increasing number of bouquet designs available, consider sending something exotic and she'll appreciate your thoughtful gesture even more.