{"id":5475,"date":"2021-02-11T10:00:33","date_gmt":"2021-02-11T01:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vhbloglive.wpengine.com\/?p=5475"},"modified":"2021-01-27T10:00:36","modified_gmt":"2021-01-27T01:00:36","slug":"best-valentines-day-gifts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/en\/japanese-apartment-life\/best-valentines-day-gifts\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Valentine\u2019s Day Gifts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Wondering what to get\nyour partner, crush, or friends this Valentine\u2019s Day? Check out our guide to\nthe best Valentine\u2019s Day gifts! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Depending on who you\u2019re spending it with, Valentine\u2019s Day can be fun, romantic, sexy, relaxing, or nerve-wracking. Maybe you\u2019re planning on having a fun, chill night with your friends. Or maybe you\u2019re super nervous because you\u2019re going on a first date. Whatever it is you\u2019re doing, you\u2019ll probably have to get some gifts for the people in your life. Chocolate is always a nice Valentine’s Day gift, but gifting it year after year can get a bit boring. Your partner, friends, and family will appreciate it greatly if you think creatively and give them something unique this year. Want to step up your gift-giving game but aren\u2019t sure where to start? We\u2019ve got you covered. Here\u2019s a guide to the best Valentine\u2019s Day gifts.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Handmade Crafts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Handmade gifts are some of the most heartwarming ones you can give. The effort put into handmade gifts demonstrates the love you have for their recipient. If you knit or crochet, consider making a sweater that\u2019ll keep your partner warm until spring. In addition, jewelry is a classic Valentine\u2019s Day gift. You can add a personal touch by making the jewelry you gift by hand. If you\u2019re planning on gifting flowers, make some paper flowers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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They\u2019ll bring more smiles to your date\u2019s face than a basic grocery store bouquet will. You can also make your own bath bombs or bath salts. Sure, you can just buy a gift set from Lush, but whoever receives the gift will relax and enjoy their bath, even more, knowing how much care you put into their spa goodies.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Candles<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If given thoughtlessly, candles can be a pretty boring gift. Few people are thrilled to receive a random candle with a basic scent. However, a candle can be an amazing gift if you put some effort into selecting it. Using your knowledge of what kinds of scents your recipient likes, you can pick out a candle that makes them feel comforted and loved when they light it. If there\u2019s a particular scent that evokes some amazing memories you have with someone, consider getting a candle that\u2019ll remind them of it. One last thing to remember is that candles often signify romance. Your gift may lead to candlelight dinners and other sensual activities…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Stickers <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether cute, fancy, or funny, a gift of stickers is sure to bring a smile to the recipient\u2019s face. Mailing out some Valentine\u2019s Day cards? Take them to the next level by including a sheet of stickers inside. If you have young nieces or nephews, or children of your own, stickers will brighten their day. But you\u2019re never too old for stickers, so don\u2019t be afraid to give some stickers to adults. That being said, they\u2019re not the best gift for a romantic partner or crush. Stick to (no pun intended) gifting stickers to children, friends, and family on Valentine\u2019s Day.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wine  <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wine might be the most\nversatile gift on our list. Whether you\u2019re hanging out with your friends or\nspending the night with your partner on Valentine\u2019s day, bring a bottle of wine\nor two. A good ros\u00e9 is sure to get the singles\nparty started. Alternatively, a pinot noir, merlot, or other bold red can be a\ngreat way to kick off a romantic evening. Since you\u2019ll get to drink the wine\nyou take to your gathering or date, it\u2019s like you\u2019re getting yourself a gift\ntoo. Although you won\u2019t get to enjoy it with them, it can also be nice to have\na bottle sent to friends or family who live far away. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Gloves<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A nice pair of gloves is a unique Valentine\u2019s Day gift. With a couple months of cold weather left, they\u2019re a practical item. However, they also evoke feelings of coziness and warmth. Gloves are a gift that expresses love and care but aren\u2019t too romantic to give to a friend. They\u2019re easy to pick out since they\u2019re usually one size fits all. Consider giving a friend or partner the gift of warm hands. They\u2019re sure to appreciate it all winter long. Just make sure not to get them gloves made from cheap, scratchy yarn. You want to give the gift of coziness, not itchiness! High-quality cashmere or wool gloves are your best bet.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Wondering what to get your partner, crush, or friends this Valentine\u2019s Day? Check out our guide to the best Valentine\u2019s Day gifts!  Depending on who you\u2019re spending it with, Valentine\u2019s Day can be fun, romantic, sexy, relaxing, or nerve-wracking. Maybe you\u2019re planning on having a fun, chill night with your friends. Or maybe you\u2019re super […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":5477,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5475","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-japanese-apartment-life"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5475","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5475"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5475\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5477"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5475"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5475"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5475"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}