Its Valentine's weekend! The nice thing about having it on Monday is that you have time to go out and find your loved one a nice gift. So if you are still thinking of what to get your better half, I came up with this list of gifts that would be appropriate during this time of the year. Of course, keep in mind that there are certain gifts that is appropriate to a certain degree of your relationship with that person.
"Flowers"
Ideal for Her, sometimes for Him
Roses has been a staple of Valentine's Day for a long time. Everyone gives a dozen or two, maybe even more, during this time of the year and its ideal to give to your friend, girlfriend, wife, mom and grandma. Of course, the number of roses will differ with your relationship to that person. Ideal, one rose for a friend, a dozen for your mom and grandma, 2 dozen or more for your girlfriend or wife.
Im sure all the girls expect to get red roses so why dont you mixed it up with roses of different colors. According to the Roses Information Bureau, each colored rose have different meanings. As we all know, red symbolizes the phrase, "I love you" but it also means respect and courage. White roses means "You're heavenly" and "I'm worthy of you". Combination of red and white symbolizes unity while pink symbolizes grace and gentility. Deep Pink means gratitude and appreciation, which would be ideal to give to your parents. Yellow means joy and gladness while the combination of red and yellow symbolizes happy feelings. Orange or Coral shows enthusiasm and desire while deep burgundy shows unconscious beauty. Pale colors shows friendship which is ideal to your girl friends (note the separation between the two words).
Not only the rose's color symbolize something but also its appearance. A full blow single rose means "I Love you" or "I love you still" while rosebuds symbolizes beauty and youth. A single rose means simplicity while hybrid tea roses means "I'll remember you always." And finally, two roses taped or wired together to forged one stem means engagement or marriage in the works (Of course you only go for this if you really mean it).
A simple hint, dont give a white withered rose because it means "you made no impresssion." or better yet, dont give anyone a withered rose, go for the fresh ones.
Now you might be wondering why I the title is flowers and not roses. The reason for it is that one can get a variety of other flowers to give during Valentine's Day. According to GrowerFlowers.com, tulips symbolizes perfect love; Daisies for innocence, loyal love and purity. If its fascination and divine love, give Carnations while Azalea says "Take care of yourself for me" (ideal for long distance relationship). Then there are daffodils that mean you're the only one while White Lilies symbolizes purity and majesty. Iris would meant that the his/her frienship means so much while Crysanthemum means they are a wonderful friend.
"Chocolates"
Ideal for Him and Her
Everyone loves chocolates! Thats the statement that should be announced throughout the whole word. Who doesnt love chocolates anyway? the lush creamy chocolate sure makes your taste buds melt. Everyone appreciates getting a box of chocolates but your special someone would love you more. Of course you have to ensure that the kind of chocolate you are given that person is what they truly like even if its just a reese peanutbutter cup or hershey kisses. Remember, its the thought that always count. If you give them what they like, they will appreciate it more. Of course, dont buy them too many. You dont want them to be eating chocolates all day and complain to you the next day, especially those who are watching their weight.
"Stuff Toys"
Ideal for Her
Stuff toys are usually combined with something else, usually a dozen roses or a box of chocolates. Most prefer those big stuffy bears that you can buy everywhere that serves as your better half's cuddler in times when you are not around. Of course, the bigger the bear, the better but be careful when getting a really big one. You want to make sure your better half has a place for it.
"Jewelry"
Ideal for Him and Her
Women love jewelries and given her one makes her really feel special. You could give her a heart-shaped pendant, a locket or a named necklace. Or you could go for a bracelet or a pair of earrings. It doesnt have to be a diamond encrusted ones but of course that what most girls want. But you cannot go wrong with sterlings. They are not that expensive but the bling still comes with it. Then if you are really meant for each other, then go for it. Give her something like a 14k heart pendant locket or a blue topaz heart pendant or a diamond stud. But its really up to you what kind of jewelry you want to endowed to your girl.
Guys would also appreciate it if you give them jewelry whether it would be a silver bracelet or a watch. Not much pendants.
"Lingerie"
Ideal for Her
ah, this is probably the most hardest gift to give during Valentines day. You really have to know the girl to buy her lingerie coz buying the wrong lingerie would surely have its consequences. How many times I have seen people in relationship fighting because the guy bought the wrong size or the wrong color or even the wrong fabric. Now, this is where those shopping with your girl comes to handy. If you have been going shopping with her, you would a better knowledge of what she likes except if you were not paying attention to what she is buying. So guys, shopping with your girl can have some benefits in the future.
"Beauty products"
Ideal for Her and Him
Buy them their favorite perfume. If you dont know what they like, asked their friends. One time, my friend's girlfriend didnt know what type of perfume my friend uses so she asked us to bring him to a perfume shop to check what he likes. You could employ the same technique and it usually works.
You could also go for a spa gift set. Better yet, treat them like queens or kings for the day by bringing them to a saloon or spa for some nice relaxing time together. You are not just treating them but also yourself. Or you could get some massage oil, scented body lotions and scented oil burner and do it at home. Saves you money and time travelling to the spa place. And of course, there are other benefits doing it at home if you know what I mean.
"Apparel and other accesories"
Ideal for Him
Clothes, shoes, sunglasses, bags...the things you usually see the guys wearing. Of course, you have to make sure what your buying him goes along with his style. Dont buy him something like a leather pants when he doesnt even wear tight jeans. He will accept it so as not to broke your heart but you wont see him wearing those. What you could do is take him to the store he likes and let him choose what he wants and buy that for him.
"Electronics and Gadgets"
Ideal for Him and Her
Used to be only guys love gadgets. But not anymore as chicks also dig it. Smartphones, iPods, Plasma TVs, Game Consoles, iPads...there are tons of gadgets around. Go to an electronics store with them and see what they eyed. If you think you can afford it and you truly believe that you two are really going to be together, then go for it. You could also buy them their favorite dvd or game.
"Personalized Items"
Ideal for Him and Her
In these age of technology, almost everything can personalized. From mugs to key chain to picture frames. Engraved your names in a pendant with the picture of two of you. Or you could go for those pictures that are turned into puzzles. These would give you a fun activity to do together sometime.
Of course, dont ever forget the romantic dinner for two on a nice scenic place or restaurant. Or go for the comforts of a simple candle lit dinner at home by preparing your love's favorite dish with wine and dessert to follow. What happens next.. thats for you to find out.
Oh, there are also those intimate items you can buy at the store such as the lovers dice and game.
So there you go, those are some of my suggestions. Good luck and Have a nice Valentines Weekend.
No comments:
Post a Comment