Monday, February 9, 2009

Man Advice: How To Choose Valentine's Day Gifts

By Art Barron

Valentine's Day, one of the most anticipated days for couples, is fast approaching. You should start listing down possible gifts you can give your special someone. After all, you don't want your wife or girlfriend to feel unappreciated, do you? Better find a gift that shows exactly how much you care!

There's no need to panic. The good thing is, for men, the basics of what makes a great Valentines gift are already well-defined. There are three staples: flowers, chocolate and jewelry.

Flowers, of course, refer to the good, old bouquet of roses - in red, of course. They can either show a very deep and intimate connection, or that initial allure between two people. Be careful though, as even the mere number of roses you give has a meaning. While three roses mean "I love you", a single rose or a bouquet have a safer, more general meaning.

Chocolate is always appreciated. With rare exceptions, and mostly for dietary constraints, all women love chocolate. The great thing about choosing to gift this confection is that chocolate accommodates all budget limitations. You can buy a relatively more affordable sampler from a mainstream brand, or you can splurge and go for the big guns: pure Belgian truffles!

Jewelry will have any girl squealing with excitement. After all, what girl wouldn't want to be given a precious piece of crafted metal? But you have to consider a few things first. How serious is your relationship? If it's serious enough, necklaces, earrings, or bracelets should do the trick. If it's even more serious than that, a ring will be perfect for the occasion. Go for heart designs, or variations of such. Remember to steer clear of extravagant gifts if your relationship isn't quite on that level yet. Otherwise, you might send the wrong signals.

Apart from the obvious and more traditional gifts, there are more options you could choose from. If she collects a certain item, add something to her collection. If she loves books, get something that she might want to read. You can also get her CDs, DVDs, perfume, or even pajamas. It's just a matter of knowing what fits her personality best.

You can also consider going the romantic route. Why not use your creativity and your talents? You can cook her dinner, make her a personal video, or write her a song. You can even write her a poem, or create something from scratch like a wooden jewelry box. Your effort won't go unnoticed and unappreciated.

And the one thing that can really set you apart is your originality and spontaneity when it comes to choosing and giving your gift. Why not set a picnic in the park? Or, you can get tickets to a concert that your girl has been wanting to see? Why, if you have the budget, you can even arrange a romantic getaway! The idea is to strengthen your bonds as a couple, and Valentine's Day is the perfect occasion to do so.

At the end of the day, as long as something is sincere, thought-out and from the heart, it'll leave a lasting impression. The spirit of Valentines Day is being with someone you'd like to spend the day with. Keep that in mind and everything else will come easy.

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