V-Day Gift Guide For Gents and Ladies Alike

As I am sure you are all very aware Valentines Day is fastly approaching and that means many of you are scrambling for gift ideas, dinner plans, and anything else you can get your hands on to make this Valentines a special one. I applaud your efforts, but as I always say its better to work smarter, not harder. So look no further because what I have compiled for you here is a great guide to some Valentines gifts. Don't wait to long on this one guys....if your female interest tells you its not a big deal and she doesn't care what you do/what you get her, SHES LYING! And ladies, I have even thrown a few quick ideas for what you can get for the man in your life because who says Valentines day cant be for us as well? Check this list out and if there's anything your dying to get/give and you want to voice your opinion then leave a comment!

For The Woman In Your Life:
Disclaimer: These are just some initial ideas to get you going. However, no one knows your Valentine better than you do so take the time to really think about what shes going to love and then do that. There are countless possibilities to go after and truly personalize. All Iam saying is take the time to care and plan something nice.

1. Spa Treatment: Whether you pick her up a massage, facial, or combination day this is a great gift idea. Look up some spots in your area. If you can, find one that offers some nice additional services. For instance, Blu Med Spa in Midtown has private changing rooms, custom slippers, personalized robes, teas, private showering areas, and a talented staff. Your girlfriend/wife/other will really feel pampered in a Spa like this. By the way, don't be intimidated to go in and purchase the package. Tell them you need some help picking out a gift and they will be more than helpful.


2. Shoes: Show me a woman that doesn't like shoes and I will show you a liar. ( That's twice I have reference women being liars in this piece..sorry totally accidental). If you can do the leg work before hand then get her shoe size and evaluate what she likes to wear. If you have been together awhile and you know her friends maybe drop them a line and see what kind of information you can dig up. You should be willing to drop a pretty penny on this idea though because there is no point in getting cheap shoes. If your not willing to commit to that then head on down to my next suggestion. Lastly, there is nothing wrong with planning a day where you plan to take her out and let her pick out her own pair of shoes. You should just make sure that you have something else planned for actual Valentines Night...an I.O.U isn't going to cut it fellas.


3. Wine Club Membership: Is your love interest a foodie? So many people have gotten into high end organic cuisine's and wines from all over the world. Why not find a well respected distributor who offers a six month club where once a month a bottle of red and a bottle of white are delivered right to her doorstop along with a description of the region they came from. This is great for you to both enjoy and spend some quality time doing together. I ordered one of these memberships for a family member once and they really are great. Wine Of The Month Club

4. B and B: The weekend get away at a Bed and Breakfast. There are so many great B and B's out there that offer a great, affordable get away opportunity. Iam not saying you even have to go out of state. Just pack up for a weekend and head to somewhere in your own state you have never been before. A small, mom and pop type of place can be romantic and alot more interesting than your local cookie cutter Hilton.


For the Gents:

1. Massage: Hey, what can I say? Guys get stressed to and if you've never had a massage then you don't know what your missing. Most people don't realize how much tension they actually experience day to day until after they have had a massage and can feel the difference. If he's never had one, get him one, he will truly enjoy it.

2. Jack Purcell Sneakers: Classic, clean, can be worn with jeans, slacks, and even a suit (in certain company). A great weekend shoe and an all around utility shoe that he will really get some use out of. Check them out here...Jack Purcell


3. Bottle of "_______": Whatever he drinks, get it for him. You cant beat being stocked up on your favorite liquor. Or better yet, get his favorite type (Vodka, Whiskey, Tequila, ect...) but upgrade to a premium brand (if he doesn't already drink that way).

4. Custom Fit Dress Shirt: A guy truly can never have enough of these. Nothing looks worse than a baggy, long shirt so help him out and pick up one or two of these. They work alone, with a jacket, with a blazer, with a vest, tucked in, untucked...the list goes on.

Good luck on all your Valentines Day ventures. Feel free to email me for more information on any of these items or if you have some ideas that you think belong on the list.