Monday, February 6, 2012

10 Inexpensive Romantic Gifts for Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day. A holiday celebrated across the United States and other places around the world with a day of candies, flowers and gifts. A day where couples and close friends spend time to truly express their love for each other. Of course, expressing you love for someone is something that should be done everyday, but Valentine's day gives you a reason to really go all out and lavish your loved one with special attention. Every year we come up with the same question. What should I buy? Some people decide to go with the traditional box of chocolates, dozen roses, over sized teddy bear and card filled with hearts and sparkly glitter all over. Then there's people who really want to go over the top with extravagant gifts such as a diamond ring or  a night of wining and dining at an exclusive restaurant.

Let me just mention one thing before I continue on-Valentine's Day should not be all about what kinds of gifts your going to receive from your partner and how expensive it is. What's most important is to do the best you can in showing that you care for that person. Your love should not be measured by how big the diamond is in a ring or how much you spent on a candle lit lobster dinner for two. It is the thought that counts. Now if the recipient does indeed have a problem accepting that, then you just might want to find out just where that person is coming from and where their heart really is. 

There's absolutely nothing wrong with buying your sweetheart expensive gifts during the holiday if it's within your means, but if your looking to show your love without breaking the bank, here are a few affordable Valentine's gifts you might want to consider.



1. Personalized Valentine's Novel

How about going giving your loved one their very own personalized Valentine's novel!  You co-author your 160 to 200-page novel by providing the names, features and places that personalize your book. Customize over 26 characteristics - even include your dog or cat! A personalized cover adds the finishing touch.




 Click For Love Personalized Romance Novel

 $39.95






2. Chocolate

The most traditional gift that you can get for someone which is still sweet and affordable is chocolate. A box of chocolates is something that can be given to just about anybody including your brother, sister or best friend. Celebrate your love without spending a lot of money. If you want to add a twist, buy foreign chocolates!

     $15.99

 

 

 

3. Gourmet Dinner Gift

Treat the person that you love to an indulgence of all of the senses. Get them a great dinner for Valentine's Day. You can take them out to a romantic restaurant you've never been to. Or, the two of you can cook together at home and watch the sparks fly. You can send a gift certificate for a great dinner to someone who is located too far away to enjoy the day with you. Great food is always enjoyed and an excellent way to say I love you.

Gift Certificates To Your Favorite Restaurant



Special Promo: Buy most $25 gift certificates for $4

 

 

 

4. Massage Oil

Want to give a sexy gift to the person that you love? Order them some romantic massage oil. Then give them a terrific Valentine's Day massage. Almond oil is a popular choice but of course there are many fancy oils like Kama Sutra oils or tantric oils. Spoil yourself and your partner at the same time with this little Valentine's gift!

 

 

 

 5. Perfume or Cologne

Get the perfect scent to give to someone else. Choose a new perfume that you think she would love but would never treat herself to. Buy him a new bottle of the cologne that he always wears. Pick up a scent that you wore a lot when you first met and wear it to your Valentine's Day date to evoke memories through smell. Perfect after enjoying a bubble bath together and setting the mood! Choose to find a great way to bring this sense alive for Valentine's Day. It's a little gift that can have a lot of meaning if you do it right!


 

Dolce & Gabbana The One Gentleman Cologne for Men 1.7 oz Eau De Toilette Spray

$54.99

 

 

 

 

6. Valentine's Day Clothing

Have some fun with it! Depending on the relationship, you can choose any thing from a simple t-shirt or cap, to a robe, boxers or lingerie. Add personalized love messages to them to give it a special touch.

   Personalized Red Satin Kimono Robe

 $39.95

 

 

 

 

 

7. Romantic Movie

Pick up a Valentine's Day DVD for the people you want to share this special day with. Get together after your romantic dinner and bubble bath and watch a romantic movie. Instead of popcorn, how about some preparing a tray of cheese crackers and grapes? And don't forget the wine!

  $4.99

 

 

 

 

 8. I Love You Gift or Trinket

You can say I love you with a gift without it being taken too seriously. Any little trinket or kitschy gift that says "I love you" on it is a great little thing to give someone for Valentine's Day. Keychains, photo frames, talking stuffed animals and things like this are fun ways to express to someone that you care about him or her without having the message put a lot of pressure on that other person. Find something fun and light hearted that doesn't cost a lot of money and add your own personal message!


    $29.99

 

 

 

 9. Teddy Bear

You can't go wrong with a good ol' teddy bear! Accompany it with flowers and a card. You can get a teddy bear for anyone depending on who it is. A little cutesy bear for the lady or a manly bear for the gentleman. It can be a tiny little bear, or an enormous over sized bear!


 $69.99

 

 

 

 

10. Wine

Wine is always an appropriate Valentine's Day gift for anyone who is of legal drinking age. Get a wine that you know they'll like. Or get a bubbly which just suggests romance. Or take the person that you like to a winery for a tasting. You don't have to get all tipsy and light headed to feel in love when you're drinking wine with someone who is special to you on Valentine's Day. Live it up! 


 Chateau Haut Brisson La Reserve - 2007

 $29.99











HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!

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