8 Valentine’s Day gifts that are major no-nos
Valentine’s can be a special day: an opportunity to reveal how you truly feel to your crush, or to express your romantic feelings to a new love.
But buying the right gift can be tricky. So, when looking for the perfect present, make sure to avoid these common Valentine’s present pitfalls.
Gift cards
Gifting your nearest and dearest with a gift card can show that you were shopping last minute and even worse, you didn’t think about what they would like.
Fitness gifts
Even if they’ve hinted they’d like a gym membership or those new sneakers, Valentine’s Day is not the right occasion. Gifting something fitness related gives the impression that you think your loved one needs to hit the gym – and nobody wants to feel like that, especially on Valentine’s Day!
Absolutely nothing
The only thing worse than a bad gift? No gift at all. On a low budget? Try making a present that will be meaningful to your significant other, but still low on cost. You can make a card, create a memories album (filled with mementos from previous dates) or an online photo collage of your times together. Like music? Try to make a special mix of music that reminds you of your love.
Lingerie
A common gift that women dread is lingerie. The cheaper the lingerie, the worse the reaction the partner will receive. If you want to find something special and sexy, look for something your loved one will enjoy wearing. Do they like to lounge around the house? Look for a pair of cashmere socks, or a monogramed set of luxurious PJs that will make them feel special and comfortable and they can truly use.
Anything last minute
Shopping at a drug store or the grocery store for a last minute present will just not cut it. Best intentions aside, your partner will know that little pink teddy bear holding a box of cheap chocolates had little thought put into it.
Kitchen appliances
Ugh. Unless your partner specifically asks for a kitchen appliance, then skip this altogether.
A gift that’s actually for your own benefit
It’s really easy to know when a present was actually something that the giver wanted. So please, no. If you can’t think of an idea, ask your loved one’s friends or a close family member what you think would be a nice gift.
Not being with your valentine
This is the biggest mistake of all! Even if you send a huge bouquet of flowers or the most delicious chocolates, it does not make up for not being with the person on this special day. Above all, the best present you can give is spending time together and enjoying the day with that person that is special to you.
What’s the worst Valentine’s Day gift you’ve ever received? Let us know in the comments below or by tweeting @YahooStyleCA.
