Valentine gifts can be romantic, funny and cheeky. They can also be useful, in the form of heart-shaped keyrings and phone charms, which divide into two halves, allowing the couple to each carry a reminder of their love. Just one of several “heart breaking” Valentine's Day gift ideas doing the rounds this February, which allow you to proclaim your love without breaking the bank!
Flowers and chocolates – the traditional standbys for Valentine’s Day – are short-lasting, expensive and predictable. A fortune is spent on red roses, the traditional symbol of romance, each February 14th, when the price goes through the roof. Yet a wilting vase of flowers is hardly an emblem of undying love, is it? Whereas a Tatty Teddy figurine, coyly clutching a single red rose and heart-shaped cushion, most definitely is – and is available for around the same price.
Cute and lovable, the Me To You Bears collection includes a whole range of affordable Valentine's Day gifts, for romantics of all ages. They include plush toys, resin models, key rings, purses, photo frames and more – with some cheeky twists. For example, boxer shorts carrying a Valentine message are often met with a groan by the guys who have to wear them. Yet Me To You Bears have a “Boyfriend” Tatty Teddy in Valentine’s Boxers that definitely won’t be relegated to the back of the drawer. Plus, if you’re unattached – but fancy someone desperately – Me to You Valentine’s Day Mini Notes are an inexpensive way of getting the message across.
Whatever your romantic status – married, new relationship or just looking – there are Valentine gifts to suit your style and budget. However, February 14th isn’t just for romantic couples. It’s a celebration of love in all its forms, and you’d be surprised how many Valentine's Day gifts there are for kids to give their parents and vice versa. How about a Mood Duck floating radio for mum, or a “Love You This Much” Tatty Teddy for Gran or Granddad?
Valentine’s Day is also the perfect excuse for a good party. Dress as outrageously or demurely as you dare and then let your hair down - who knows, it could even be the start of a new romance. You’ll find plenty of Valentine ideas online to make your party swing, from floating heart shaped glow drops for the pool, to heart shaped ice cube trays – complete with plastic arrows – to pop into drinks. For a fun touch, couples can take turns on the Mystical Love Predictor, or have table-top “Sex On Legs” races! (with wind-up toys, naturally).
If you’re looking for slightly less risqué Valentine's Day gift ideas, Chinese flying lanterns could have been made for the occasion. Far more romantic than fireworks, eco-friendly versions are now available, which will remain aloft for up to 20 minutes. Romantic couples – or singles looking for romance - can write secret wishes on the paper, light the wick and watch their softly glowing lanterns drift into the sky, taking their amorous hopes with them. The legend says the lanterns only float back to earth after the wishes have come true – and who are we to argue?
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