It’s less than a week to Valentine’s Day and you haven’t sorted out gifts or planned an Instagram worthy date night for your boo, but worry not because love is patient and kind and may not actually be ruined by your last minute tendencies! Valentine’s Day is a day for romantics and all the works, forget birthdays – this is the only actual holiday where you can get away with being overly affectionate without people judging you. If you’re really looking to switch things up for your other half and trap him and secure your ring amongst other not as important things, then look no further. (Side note: If your MCM doesn’t know he is your MCM, then maybe hold back on these specific gifts this year)
1) A jersey from the sports team he supports
If your man is a sports fanatic, then you really cannot go wrong here. Jerseys are really a safe bet, as a new one comes out every season (annually), so if your MCM doesn’t have his team’s jersey from last season, (ouch!) now is your chance! Take things up to level 100 by personalising it with a nickname that is exclusive to both of you, so when he sees it he remembers you are more important than his team (or well, maybe on the same level)
2) Beard care products
Bae’s beard game strong? Or struggling to connect? Either way, you cant really go wrong with beard care products. Its 2017 and pampering yourself by taking care of your body, mind and soul is a major key, and what better place to start than with his beard? (benefits here for you both!) Check out Bearded Genius for really dope beard kits.
3) Spa Date
Disclaimer – your man MIGHT front at first and 5/10 times may not see how this is one of the best presents you can get for him. So, you can either surprise him by not telling him where you’re taking him till you get there OR ask him to trust you and mind his business. Like I said before, its 2017 and pampering yourself by taking care of your body is so necessary. After that hot stone massage and foot rub, you’d probably have a new spa buddy, and you can thank me later. Some might say this is a selfish gift, but Valentines Day is about love and you love yourself too so, why not?
4) His favourite records on Vinyl or his favourite book with a handwritten note from you on the first page.
If your bae is an avid reader, or a music fanatic, these are pretty thoughtful gifts he probably would never forget especially if you’ve sussed out his favourite ones, make it personal by adding your own touch with a handwritten note or a personalised sticker.
5) Instagram gift vendors/Pre-packaged gifts.
If you’ve really left it to the last minute, and you feel like none of the previously suggested ideas would impress your MCM, this is a huge failsafe. Check out giftvendors for pre-packaged gift hampers, that way you get loads of options to choose from and your man would be too overwhelmed by the number of items in said gift basket so that its not that obvious that you didn’t put that much thought into it. However, if buhari is not affecting your pocket, you can personally reach out to the gift companies and ask that your basket be personalised and add a touch of you. Check out Gift Fairy NG and Gift Source if you are in Nigeria, If not – walk into any department store and hope for the best!
If you are really serious about Valentine’s Day then add extras to your gifts with a really cute card, cupcakes, chocolates & other heart shaped things.
Bonus!
For the long distance couples out there, worry not. #AllCouplesMatter. If you cant be there with your bae on this special day, nothing would put a smile on their faces more than getting a surprise gift, however your options might be limited to flowers, cupcakes & other pre-packaged gifts. The effectiveness of the gift in this case, lies within the surprise especially if they’re not expecting it.
Catch up on facetime/skype later on that day to seal the deal (interpret that however you choose…)