7 unromantic gifts to avoid this Valentine’s Day
For some, Valentine’s Day is a business celebration, which works best for florists, chocolate factories, greeting card companies, and gift shops. Now that I think about it, those who are in a romantic relationship, whether it is an experienced one or still in its flourishing stage, enjoy celebrating it. They may hate the pressure to buy tokens of love for their loved ones, but that doesn’t stop them. For some, Valentine’s Day is a kind of test, showing the amount of love, compatibility and understanding that exists between the couple. Has one been paying attention to the other? Would you know what your Valentine might prefer?
However, choosing the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day is quite a challenge. The wider the range of products, the greater the possibility of unsuccessful attempts to buy for your partner. You probably have some idea what to buy. Here is a list of the ten worst gifts you should not buy for ‘the’ universal day of love.
A bouquet of red roses: Most of the time, red roses are associated with love and sensuality. Now, they have become so old school and so obvious that sometimes or never red roses are a part of it. Without a doubt, roses make an absolutely beautiful bouquet, whether with other flowers or alone. However, the thought of giving or receiving them makes roses quite predictable. You may have the best of intentions to please him with a colossal yet charming bouquet of roses. However, the recipient sees it as a last minute gift without thinking. The last thing you want on Valentine’s Day is for the recipient to feel like you’re not paying attention. The day of love should consist only of thoughtful and romantic gestures. For a mix of flowers and gifts, present an exotic orchid or a dozen less expensive but less conventional flowers this time. Consider going monochrome. Select different flowers in your loved one’s favorite colors and receive it when you least expect it.
Chocolates: Like flowers, assorted chocolates have also lost their charm as Valentine’s Day gifts. They are equally obvious and thoughtless gift ideas that speak of laziness. One crucial fact is that no one eats the entire box of chocolates and it goes to waste. Since the assorted chocolates are handpicked, they enjoy exclusivity and therefore deserve a little more respect than they receive. Unless the recipient is a staunch fan of chocolates, especially assortments, gifting chocolates isn’t that smart. If that’s not the case, get creative with the recipient’s favorite sweets / desserts (make them from scratch if needed).
False Hope for Women: It is a universal truth; women love jewelry. However, there is a piece of jewelry, an engagement ring, that you eagerly await. Therefore, it is not wise to gift a woman any jewelry, other than a ring, in a ring box. If you’ve been dating for some time, with no plans to get married soon, you should avoid it even more. It is cruel; she might be expecting you to ask the question sooner. There are other ways to gift wrap small jewelry, such as earrings, pendants, etc. in a more creative way.
Teddy for Men: If it is a ‘No’ for jewelry in a ring box, a teddy bear that carries a message of love is a double ‘NO’. Even the most romantic man would not prefer it as a gift. Sure, they are cute and squishy, and very childish. This is why stuffed toys are best limited to teenage love. Also, it is not so much symbolic for one’s love nor is it something considered. Although, a bit cliché, it nevertheless works all the time. A chronological watch or exclusive leather products are nice gifts for men.
Nightwear or Lingerie: If you’re wondering what’s wrong with giving your crush nightwear or sassy lingerie, the answer is: a lot of things. Something, as ‘romantic’ as these gifts, is always more of a gift for the one who gives them than for the one who receives them. If you’re just starting out, lingerie shouldn’t even be on your gift list. Most couples have romantic fantasies. However, Valentine’s Day is not the ideal day to receive underwear, that also to please the couple. For one reason or another, many do not feel comfortable. Therefore, it is never okay to ‘force’ you to wear suggestive clothing just because it is passion day. Instead, take part in some naughty games for the couple, which the two of you will enjoy together.
Appliances – They make great housewarming gifts, but they make rotten romantic gifts. The last thing you want is to make a woman feel like she needs to be more tamed. Men, on the other hand, would throw such a gift aside and never use it.
A Gift Card: If that is what you plan to give your partner this Valentine’s Day, you better not give him a gift. Gift cards are cold, unromantic, and just plain frustrating. If you are not sure which gifts to buy, seek the help of a close friend or family member. Better yet, you can shop for Valentine’s Day gifts online.