Valentine Gift Ideas for Her

Here are 10 things she wouldn't hate getting on Valentine's Day from a guy she's dating (or just like).

A Cool Pair Of Shoes

Whether she's obsessed with cats and you've found the perfect pair of canvas high tops covered in cats or whether she's mentioned that pair of New Balance she saw on her favourite fashion blog, she will appreciate this gift. A girl can never have enough shoes, and she will recognise that you've paid attention to what she likes with this gift option.

Jewellery

Diamonds may be a girl's best friend, but any cool new piece of kit will come close for the wallet-conscious romantic. Chunky bracelets or long-hanging pendant necklaceswith precious stones are accessories she'll be happy to switch up her current selection with. She can also always exchange it for another piece if you didn't quite 'get' her style.

Weekend getaway

You don't even have to spend a fortune. Rent a car or take the train and get out of the city, somewhere close by-ish. Stay a night in a bed and breakfast. She will be floored and you'll have spent about the same amount of money as you would've on a nice dinner out. Out in the country away from the bustle of the city is one of the best ways to spend some intimate time together -- and she'll be so excited that you planned the whole thing yourself.

Body care basket

She can always use a re-fill on her makeup (and chances are she's run out of something but haven't gotten around to replacing it) so a gift card so she can finally get it done will be appreciated. Just make sure you pick up a body cream set or something to go along with the plastic voucher. It's never fun delaying the satisfaction of actually holding a new purchase in your hands, now is it?

Purse

Another fashion accessory that we women won't say no to is a new bag. You've seen how obsessed they are with rummaging through those things, right? While at first maybe intimidating to try to pick one she'll like, if you go with leather and simple design, chances are she will use it.

Pyjamas

No, no, no, she does NOT want you to buy her lingerie for Valentine's Day. That is a gift for YOU, not for her. She doesn't even want 'sexy' night wear. If you're at all intending to do so, please switch to pyjamas or at least consider a robe. Anything cotton=good. A great compromise, no? A girl can always use more sleep wear.

A special date

As previously stated, there's no going wrong here. If you have the foresight to make a reservation, tell her in advance to be ready at a certain time and to dress up (yes it has to be somewhere she has to dress up a bit...not the local pub or even a cafe) and she will be impressed and excited.

Flowers

You know what? This shouldn't even be considered a gift but rather a staple must-do on Valentine's Day. You must send your crush/girlfriend/girl you're seeing flowers to work (or school or home) on this day. Because if you don't, every other girl in the office (classroom/flat-share) will get them, and you will look like a total asshole. There is something special about receiving flowers, but something even more special if everyone around you sees that you received them.

Tickets To A Show

Okay, so the show might not be the same night as Valentine's Day. So you will have to supplement that fact with flowers and chocolate. But this is a cool way of showing her you want to spend time together and that you've paid attention to the type of scene she's into (whether it be a music show, a comedy show or a play).

Photo Book

If she appreciates the warm and fuzzy stuff, a personalised photo album is a good way to show her how much effort you've put into a gift -- and your relationship. She will be floored at the time you spent on this one, even if the pictures suck. You can blow up that great photo of the two of you that she loves for the cover and fill in the pages with your memories. Barf (I mean, awwww!).