Break away from the customary flowers, generic cards, candy, and overpriced jewelry. (Okay, maybe not the jewelry… but you get the gist!) This Valentine’s Day spice things up a bit and show that special someone just how much you care. Below I listed a few fabulous ideas that I ran across during my own Valentine’s Day search for the “perfect gift.”

Set the mood with adorable “L-O-V-E” candles from Pottery Barn and perhaps order a custom bottle of wine. Personalized bottles of wine not only are great for quenching your thirst on February 14, but they can also be re-corked as keepsakes. Wine not your thing? Make some homemade “pink drinks” like champagne or sangria. There are tons of recipes out there.

Jewelry isn’t just for women! Etsy.com has an abundance of leather bracelets and rustic rings for that fashionable man in your life. (Yes, we all know you are the one that dresses and accessorizes him.) Custom jewelry on Etsy.com is often made locally so shipping is not an obstacle for the procrastinators out there.

By far the best idea yet… (drum roll please!) Ladies, what about a boudoir photo session? Pure Sugar Studios offers mini sessions for $400.00 including make-up and a bedside book. Dust off that lingerie hidden in the back of your drawer or even make a quick trip to Victoria’s Secret. This is the perfect gift for your special someone.

This Valentine’s Day the options are endless. Branch out and go for the personalized, custom gift. The more sentimental the better!

Valentine's Day Ideas