Valentine’s Day is a super romantic day where girls get showered with gifts and romanced by guys. Girls love Valentine’s Day. Guys, on the other hand, often don’t. They don’t always get gifts and often feel pressured to “gift up or else.”
If you think about it, it’s kind of messed up, isn’t it? Guys make an effort in relationships, so shouldn’t they get a little love on this holiday? Of course, they should! Unfortunately, getting gifts for most guys isn’t easy.
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Usually, boyfriends end up getting a sexy gift for this holiday and that’s fine. But, it’s not always romantic and can be pretty forgettable in the long run. A little finesse and extra thought can go a long, long way if you’re really trying to wow him. These ideas below can melt his heart and keep him thinking about you forever.
Goods For His Favorite Hobby
Most men have at least one hobby they really, truly adore: DJing, video gaming, cosplay, sports…you get the idea. For many girls out there, their hobbies are quirks at best and nuisances at worst and it’s a shame.
Guys love to see girls who support their hobbies and take notice of their interests. It shows that you really care about what brings him joy. Getting him goods related to his favorite hobby, therefore, is a surefire way to please him.
His Favorite Meal, Cooked By You
If you’re on a budget but still want to get him something he’ll truly appreciate, there’s a super-easy way to make it happen. Guys love it when women cook for them, especially if you’ve got kitchen skills and a favorite recipe in the works.
Many women would be shocked to hear how many men are upset over never seeing a homecooked meal as a gift. If he’s never tried your cooking before, putting together a fancy dinner is a great way to show him that you care.
A Bouquet Of Flowers
This might come as a shocker to a lot of women, but flowers will make a man’s heart melt. There’s a lot of social stigma against getting a guy flowers, but truthfully, no guy worth dating will ever refuse this classic romantic gesture.
More women than ever before are gifting their guys flowers, and the results are pretty amazing. It’s a gesture that sticks out as rare and honest in a world where fake and hackneyed is common. Many guys who receive them continue to think about it months, or even years, later.
A Spa Trip
Our society tends to downplay the importance of self-care for men, which is why guys often feel uncomfortable going to a spa alone. You can help teach your guy how to care for himself, open his eyes to spa fun, and also romance him by just booking a spa trip for two at a local venue.
The most common spa trip gift for Valentine’s Day is a couple’s massage or a couple’s getaway, but you don’t have to go for that if you don’t want to. A more affordable option might be to get two day passes at a Russian bathhouse where you can enjoy the saunas, pools, and lounges together.
If your boyfriend has been feeling seriously stressed, this will be a gift that will keep on giving.
Tickets To An Interesting Class
Did you know that couples that try new things together are more likely to stay in love than couples who don’t? It’s true. Being in a rut kills attraction, which is why it’s a good idea to keep an eye out for interesting new things to do together.
If you want a romantic date night with a unique twist, try to find one of these interesting classes near you:
- Winemaking/Beer Brewing. You can usually find these classes at vineyards or upscale stores. If there’s no class near you, you can buy a DIY kit and teach yourselves.
- Paint and Sip. Do your own painting, sip wine, and laugh it up!
- Aerial Yoga. If you’re both active individuals, this thrilling take on a peaceful class will give you amazing memories and a better back.
- Spy School. New York City has a school that lets you learn spy skills like the ones you see in James Bond movies. Thrilling!
- Tantra. If you want to turn up the heat, tantra classes or massage classes are a great way to make it happen.
A Compliment Book
Girls are used to getting compliments, even when they don’t want them. Guys, on the other hand, don’t get complimented very often at all. In fact, it’s fairly common for guys to mull over a single compliment for years.
If you want to make your guy’s heart do flips, get a small booklet and just start writing down all the little things that make you fall for him. Compliment his hair, his sense of humor, his clothing…compliment it all!
You would be shocked at how incredibly powerful this gift can be, and how moving it can be for a guy to read what you love about him. It might even change his life.
A Day Of 50s-Style Pampering
If there’s one thing everyone loves, it’s being able to come home to a loving partner who fusses over them and lets them relax in style. A boyfriend who’s very overworked might not want to go out at all–so why force him to put in extra work?
Taking a page from the 1950s might be a good idea if you are looking for a good Valentine’s Day gift for a tired guy who’s just heading home after a long shift during the day. To make his night epic, just do the following:
- Get the house extra clean. If he’s used to clutter, this can be a major shock in the best way possible. A clean house is a relaxing house.
- Greet him with a mixed drink. A quick cocktail will make him feel super relaxed the moment he walks in.
- Turn on the TV and let him chill. Guys often just want to veg out after a hard day of work.
- Make a nice meal or order takeout. The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.
- Treat him to a nice back rub before bed. What a way to end a day!
