You whether love Valentine's Day, hate it or tolerate it to keep the peace and make that extra girl in your life feel, well, special. Of policy you don't have to wait until V-Day to express your love or appreciation. Although most of you spoken for guys will inevitably drop a pretty penny or two this Valentine's Day.
According to the National retail Federation (Nrf) American's dished out a unbelievable .7 billion last year on Valentine's Day, with the average lovebug shelling out 0.89 total last year.
"Each year it seems that American's top themselves in spending for Valentines Day," says Jim Trippon, a Cpa and one of America's important authorities on the money habits of self-made millionaires, who compiles an annual list of the most high-priced gifts to give your primary other this holiday season. "I think most citizen forget that this holiday is about expressing your love for one another, not buying extravagant gifts that often yield money arguments the rest of the year."
For those willing (and able) to spend the big bucks on gifts, they might consider the following symbols of love from Trippon's annual top 10 list of the most high-priced Valentine's Day gifts:
1. Bombardier Global Express Xrs administrative jet - million
2. Phuket secret island in Thailand - million
3. Renee Strausse for the Bride brilliant encrusted wedding dress - million
4. Neil Lane sapphire and brilliant necklace & brilliant drop earrings - million
5. Tiffany & Co. 7.5 carat brilliant and platinum engagement ring - 5,000
6. Ssc extreme Aero sports car - 4,500
7. Honma 24k gold and platinum plated golf clubs - ,938 per set
8. Fendi Pink Crocodile Spy Bag - ,700
9. Golf round at Sandy Lane in Barbados - 65
10. Bling h2o water - per bottle
Okay, so other than the bottle of water, most of these items are out of the query for the typical red-blooded lothario. Here are some realistic options for Valentine's Day or any other day of the year you want to score some points.
Pretty Pjs
Whether she's snuggled up next to you or lounging solo, women feel sexy in satin like the Mary Green Satin Doll chemise with lace in Sweetheart Red and the Natori Flourish Jersey.
Lasting Memories
Hopefully you two lovebirds will live happily ever after but even if things go south, she'll still have the memories--and most importantly, the camera. Valentine's Day, birthday, or Green Day, she'll be smitten with the adorable (and sharp shooting) Sony Cyber-shot® Dsc-T10 Digital Camera in pink.
Sweet Nothings
Maybe you don't have much to spend (nor the time to pull out all the stops) but the knowledge this wee book imparts will last a lifetime. How to Write a Love Letter revives the lost art of courtship. Try it, it's fun!
Flower Girl
Okay, flowers are a no brainer but instead of the cliche red roses, why not surprise her with a unique arrangement of gorgeous lilies or other exotic variety? Dazzle your darling with the rich color and intoxicating scent of remarkable Sumatra Lilies from Flowerbud.
Vino
If you categorically want to impress her, a Wine of the Month Club membership says I love you and think you're one cultured chick. Each month your sweetie will get a new bottle of wine in a luxurious gold presentation box. And if you play your cards right, she might just share with you.
Perfume
There's something sweet about giving perfume as a gift--that is unless it smells like something your Aunt Betty would wear. A trip to the perfume counter makes your head spin. You can't go wrong with these sultry scents:
Vera Wang Princess Playful, unpredictable and absorbing this light scent is excellent for the modern day princess.
Dkny Red Delicious, a vivacious scent oozes sophisticated temptress.
Chanel No. 5 N°5, conjures up no precise floral scent and survives the passing of mere trends because it is beyond the mark, just like your extra lady.
Like Water for Chocolate
Let's face it, the love shop is competitive. Do you want to risk being dubbed ordinary by giving your sweetie chocolate from the drugstore? In case you hadn't noticed, chocolate has gone gourmet. You can even personalize it. Engrave your personal message on a brilliant engraved brass plate on the box that delivers your bite-sized symbols of love.
If your girl likes lots of options, she'll get more than she could have ever dreamed of with the Dylan's Candy Bar, which comes with Sterling Chocolate Bars, truffles, and a fondue kit. If she frets about the calories, you can ease her conscience, the dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants (but we can't annotation on the fat content).
You'll categorically show your true feelings with the exotic candies from Chocolat Celeste, where the flavors aren't what you'd expect: amaretto, chili pepper, key lime, cinnamon, and red raspberry. Plus they're so cute, she'll have no choice but to give you a big kiss--that is if she's not busy eating all of the yummy chocolate!
Jewelry
Women love jewelry (I know, news flash). But you want to get her a gift with meaning--something she's not expecting. A personalized necklace is sentimental and shows that you put in some attempt to get her name engraved on a piece of jewelry.
If your extra man has more high-priced taste, she'll love whatever from the Andy Gotz Fine Jewelry collection, like the Pietersite Enhancer Pendant worn by Grey's Anatomy star Katherine Heigl on the cover of Lucky Magazine's January 2007 issue. The Amethyst cushion ring also is sure to get her attention.
Looking for something that sends a stronger message of your love? I recommend the Pave brilliant Cuff anklet by Alexa Garner Sidaris.
Burn the candle at both ends
Girls love candles too; they set the mood every time, whether she's taking a bath, relaxing with a good book or staring into your eyes over the table. I love the Crimson Royale Filled Glass from Illume and the Diptyque Mimosa Candle.
Gifts for her pets
When it comes to a girl's favorite Fluffy, this is the only time a gift for man other than her is permitted. Her favorite furry friend will love the Eloise Pet Pillow from dirtyboutique and the Kings Bed from Catsplay. And if you categorically want to show that you categorically do like her wee dog named Tinkerbell, get her something from Paris Hilton new line of canine couture.
If you choose a gift with your heart, you can't go wrong!
Gifts For Valentine's
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