February is the time for love, and it’s also the time you look for Valentines Day gifts for women (and has been for more than two centuries) because on the 14th of February it’s Valentine’s Day.
Valentine's Day – the Background
Acknowledged in over 30 different countries, Valentine's Day
sees men pampering their women and loved ones exchanging gifts.
However, the day itself marks a less than romantic event, the
death of the martyr Saint Valentine.
Saint Valentine was a somewhat mysterious man, his only crime
was loving the wrong girl and before accepting his sentence to
death, he wrote a note to the girl signing it simply "Your
Valentine" and a tradition was born.
However, if the saint had had to pick a gift to go with his
romantic note, than he may have found himself in the same
position as many men on Valentines Day – stumped.
Your Valentine Gift for Her Should Reflect Your Feelings
Whether you have a wife or girlfriend or you are just in
love, maybe even at a distance, thinking of suitable Valentines
Day gifts for her may feel like nothing short of nightmare.
After all, you want something that accurately reflects your
feelings, without being seen as cliche or even worse, cheap.
There is also a certain unspoken etiquette when buying
Valentines gifts for women, which can make it all the harder for
the unsuspecting male.
However, a little thought and imagination should ensure you
come up with the perfect gift for that special lady in your life
…
Picking the Right Gift Her Depending on Your Situation
In the following we're going to help you avoid the pitfalls and
give you a bunch of Valentine gift ideas so you'll know
something about what kind of valentine presents for her are
suitable in which situation. Here are the situations you may
find yourself in, in relation to your loved one:
1) Valentine gifts for women when you are the secret
admirer
2) Valentine gifts for women when you are in a new
relationship
3) Valentine gifts for women when you're in a long term
relationship
4) Valentine gifts for women when you are in a marriage
Next, we'll go over each of these four possibilities.
Gifts for Women when You're a Secret Admirer
This is perhaps the most difficult scenario when it comes to
buying Valentines gifts for girls. If you are not dating, it is
highly likely you know little about her as a person or what she
likes to do. So what do you buy a woman you don't know for
Valentines?
Well, when considering Valentines Day gifts for her, do not
go over the top or be too suggestive.
Anything rude, rudely funny or sexual will likely come across as
obnoxious or presumptuous. The traditional options, such as
chocolates or flowers, are usually safe enough (although they
may not be all that safe if she doesn't like the treat, is on a
diet or even worse, if she is allergic).
Using Flowers
Flowers may be cliche but they are an ideal way of showing a
person you are thinking of them.
Stick to pretty and simple; red roses will be too much and she
may even think you are a stalker.
Instead, a small but elegant display of fresh flowers should do
the trick without scaring her off.
If you're REALLY serious, a single red rose, or a bunch of
different colored roses with a single red rose mixed in might
also be acceptable.
If you want to call attention to the red rose, make it one with
a longer stalk than the others.
Using Chocolate
As for using chocolate for your Valentines Day gifts for women,
there is usually a relationship between price and quality, so
unless you have personal experience with the different
chocolates (a fun thing to get) then just go for something
that's on the expensive end of the scale.
Really high quality chocolates are far from cheap, but they can
be absolutely delicious.
Other Valentines Day Gift Ideas for Her
Other potential Valentines Day gifts for her include e.g.: a
bottle of wine, perhaps even one with a personalized label or a
small gift basket of different things, from chocolates to beauty
products.
Or you might take a leap of faith and ask her out on a date.
If you do, make sure you start out by first ALSO using the fresh
Valentines flowers or the chocolates or the Valentine gift
baskets.
Tips for When You're in a New Relationship
If you have only just started dating the woman for whom you are
purchasing a gift, it is important you follow a few simple rules
in your choice of Valentines Day gifts for her.
Traditional Valentine Gifts for Her
No matter what, it's hard to miss completely if you use the
tried and true method of gifting her with the traditional kinds
of Valentines Day gifts for her; the flowers, the chocolates and
the Valentine cards are evergreens.
All of the above mentioned traditional Valentines Day gift ideas
will work just fine.
Personalized Valentines Day Gift Ideas
You may also opt for some kind of personalized valentine gifts.
You can get many, many kinds of custom Valentine gifts – from
personalized chocolate gifts, to personalized gift bags, to
custom gift boxes, to personalized engraved gifts, to custom
gift cards, to personalized garden gifts.
Any kind of personalized gifts for her is likely to make a
positive impression as long as you don't go over the top.
Caution: Lingerie May Send the Wrong Signals
Please note that lingerie is a big no-no when looking for
Valentines Day gifts for women, especially if your relationship
is not even at the intimacy stages (yet).
Not only is she likely to think you are only interested in one
thing, the chances of you getting her sizes correct are slim to
none. Meaning you could cause double the offense and get
yourself dumped as well!
Other Valentines Day Gift Ideas
Instead, think of Valentines Day gifts for her that reflect
any interests she has, as well as gifts that allow you both to
spend more time together.
Event days, such as a trip in a hot air balloon or a drive in
a racing car at a track, are all the rage these days and would
allow you to spend a fun day together.
If she enjoys football or music, tickets to a game or concert
will also mean another date is arranged for you both.
Men, who put a little thought into their Valentine gifts for
women, will find they are more of a success.
Tips for When You're in a Long Term Relationship
If you have been seeing a woman for a while, thinking of
Valentines Day gift for her should be easy, right?
Not necessarily. It can be just as hard to buy a gift for
someone you know inside out, as it is for someone you do not
really know. This is because of familiarity, and the fact that
you should have bought her many gifts before, which means the
pressure is on to think of something new and different.
One of the Best Valentines Day Gift Ideas for Her
An expensive, but winning, option would be an
all-expenses-paid weekend way for the two of you.
This is the ideal gift for a busy woman, who may not always
be able to spend as much time with you as she would like.
Choose a romantic setting and, if possible, arrange time off
work for her. This way, on Valentine's Day you can give her an
overnight bag and tell her you are whisking away for a few days
quality time. Very romantic! Most women love that.
Other Valentine Gift Ideas for Her
Other potential Valentines Day gifts for women include: events,
specific gift vouchers or any of the above mentioned
personalized Valentines Day gifts from personalized gift baskets
to custom chocolate gifts, to personalized gift cards, to
personalized engraved gifts.
Jewelry may seem a expensive option but it is pretty much
guaranteed to get you firmly in her good books. In certain age
groups charm bracelets are the current must-have accessory and
purchasing one of these means you can buy other charms to add to
it. (No more worrying about the perfect birthday gift or
anniversary present for her).
A personalized Valentines gift basket should be filled with
things you think she will really like, rather than stereotypical
romantic items that are associated with Valentine's Day. Since
you're in a long term relationship you already know what that
is. If not, then keep your eyes open for a couple of weeks,
that's all it takes.
One other idea is to fill a Valentines gift basket full of
expensive bath products, then complete it with a toweling robe
and slippers. She can pamper herself at home then, whenever she
feels like it.
Tips for when You're in a Marriage
Are you one of those men who think taking their wedding vows
then absolves them from all future romantic gestures towards
their wife? If so, you will definitely benefit from changing
your mind! (As, of course, will your wife).
Finding some really good Valentines day gifts for her is
likely to breathe new life into your relationship (particularly
if you follow up with extra, unexpected attention towards her in
the weeks following the 14th of February).
Caution: No Power Tools or Household Appliances
The first rule of buying a romantic Valentine gift for your wife
is to avoid power tools and household appliances! While the
steam iron may need replacing, gifting one for Valentines to
your wife is so un-romantic it is likely to see your dinner
given to the dog.
Make Her Feel Appreciated and Desirable
Instead, think of Valentine's gifts that will make her feel
appreciated and, more importantly, that show her how much you
love her. Lingerie will not only make her feel wanted, it will
make her feel attractive too.
Avoid anything too kinky or in-your-face, instead go for naughty
but nice lingerie she will enjoy wearing. Before making a
purchase, double-check her sizes so you know her Valentines gift
will fit.
Other Valentines Ideas for Your Wife
Other Valentines Day gifts for her might include for a
voucher for anything that will give her the chance to feel
pampered for the day, say, a personalized gift card or voucher
for a day in the spa or wellness center.
You can also include your own homemade voucher, offering
private massages she can enjoy at her leisure.
While these ideas may not strike you as romantic, your wife
most likely will, and she certainly will appreciate the thought
you have put into your Valentines day gifts for her. Of course,
helping more around the house and encouraging her to put her
feet up more, will always win you brownie points.
Final Words
Whether you have been with your partner five years, five weeks
or just five days, thinking of Valentines Day gifts for her
doesn't have to be torture. If you really can't think of
anything, or you believe she has everything, asking her best
friend or sister may help you make a decision.
Most importantly, what ever Valentines Day gifts for women
you do choose, giving them with true affection and love will
increase the sentiment. It's the sentiment that matters!
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