The best Valentine’s Day gifts are thoughtful, fun, and at least a little bit romantic. Whether you’ve been together for a few weeks or a few years, choosing the right gift for your ‘beau’ for Valentine’s Day is important – but knowing how to find that special something isn’t always as easy as you might think, is it?

First, there’s the concern of ‘what is an appropriate Valentine’s gift for the period of time we’ve been dating’, and then there’s the worry about how big you should go – based on how big you think your significant other will go. Of course, there’s also the concern that you won’t pick a gift – or experience – that they’ll actually like. It’s a lot of pressure, isn’t it?

The good news is that smashing your Valentine’s Day gifting out of the park is so much easier than you might think – so there’s no need to stress. Feeling stuck when it comes to gift buying? Don’t panic – we’ve got you covered.

The card is key

First things first, the card really is key.  If you’re going to make Valentine’s Day a success, you can’t sideskip the card. So, make sure that you really excel when selecting a card to mark the occasion.

When selecting a card and deciding between a ‘soppy’ all about the love option and a more sassy, tongue in cheek design, think about your partner’s personality. Ask yourself: what kind of card would put a smile on their face – do they fall hard for romantic cards or would a card that injects a little humour – like this Barry Wood-inspired card – be more likely to tickle them?

Keep it light and fun

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be about big, expensive presents, it’s about giving someone you care about a token gift – it really doesn’t matter how much you spend. The most important thing is to put a smile on their face with a gift that they will actually cherish and appreciate.

Often, it’s the simple gifts, like cool, quirky quote mugs, that make the best Valentine’s Day gifts. The most important thing is to tailor your gift to your date’s interests – whether they’re mad about a certain Netflix show or crazy about a specific sport, treat them to a little something that references that and you’re sure to put a smile on their face.

You can either opt to give them their gift in person or utilise a gift delivery service and have their gift delivered directly to them.

Add dinner to the mix

It’s not just about the gift; Valentine’s Day is also about how you can spend time together as a couple. A great way to spend some quality time together is to add dinner into the mix – or a fancy lunch, if dinner isn’t an option.