A last minute guide to Valentine’s gifts for him and her

A holiday like Valentine’s day can be a tricky event if you need to buy a gift for someone you like or wish to be your valentine!

As a general rule, it is known that if you are highly familiar with someone, you probably know what they like and you can even give them as presents things that otherwise are “forbidden”: like underwear or shower gels or creams.

A gift also shows the receiver what you see them as, so offering someone a frying pan might mean that you see them as someone who must cook for them.

In general, and especially if you celebrate Valentine’s day, it is very important to think about the message you send someone when you offer them a gift! This is why we thought of a few gifts which are generally appropriate to offer someone who you are let’s say dating. To make it easier, we chose the same things, in the female and male version!

So, you can buy….

 

Jewelery

For men: When it comes to giving jewelery to men, cufflinks and tie bars make the best choices! Make sure though, if you are buying cufflinks that the model does not have design that doesn’t fit the man’s personality or creeds: here we include cufflinks that have flags painted on them, cartoon characters and so much more!

For women: For women, a necklace is probably the best choice of gift. Also, a nice bracelet can work or a just a pendant.

In both cases, rings are not to be given, unless you want to marry that person.

 

Books

Well, this chapter can not be exactly split into two sections, but we recommend you buy something funny or a classic. Don’t go with books which have titles that imply political, religious or any other kinds of beliefs.

 

Accessories

When it comes to accessories, watches are probably the best choice. Giving a tie can be a little more personal, as offering a tie implies knowing the receiver’s wardrobe.

 

Collector’s pieces

If the person you want to buy a Valentine’s day gift for has a passion or a collection, you can get them something for that collection. Some people collect postcards, others like history memorabilia, which you can get at an antiques shop.
As general advice, we wouldn’t advise you to offer highly expensive things such as flat TVs or things someone can’t get rid of, like a personalized pillow or clothes.

Also, it’s very important not to give a very large gift if you are meeting someone in a public space. At home, it works better!

As a conclusion, we can say that flowers and chocolates also work and are always a nice gift, as long as the receiver does not have an allergy!

 

Happy Valentine’s!

 

Fraquoh and Franchomme

 

 

 

 

 

 

P.S. Share your thoughts with us and the community! Do you share Valentine’s day? Do you feel is a great holiday or an “obligation”? What Valentine’s day gifts do you offer? What gifts do you like to receive on this day? Do you feel there is a need for this holiday?