Roses are red, violets are blue, we love clichés and so should you! When you picture Valentine’s Day, you think of red hearts, chocolates, flowers, asking someone to be your Valentine, and dinner at a nice restaurant. Whether you’re married, seeing someone, single, or are getting together with the gals, we’ve compiled a list of all the things you should do to have a classic day that feels straight out of a romcom. There’s no better feeling than falling in love with your life, friends, and your partner, and embracing the cliché of Valentine’s Day!
Flowers They Really Want
Flowers are the benchmark gift of Valentine’s Day, but do you know what your partner likes? Everyone loves to be understood and considered, so take note of what blooms they tend to gravitate toward. If you’re still not sure what their favorite flowers are, you can’t go wrong with classic red roses, a colorful mixed bouquet, or something beautiful in their favorite color. Sometimes, just the gesture means more than the actual arrangement, so include a nice card that expresses your admiration for them. Take it a step further and have it delivered to their office or home to show that you’re thinking about them.
This thoughtful expression shouldn’t be limited to Valentine’s Day; show your affection and get them flowers often! It shows that you thought of them and went out of your way to bring delight to their day. Your local florist will be more than happy to see you return and help you make something special.
Cheesy (But Perfect) Details
Love is indescribable, but with the right person, it makes you want to do the cheesiest things to make that person happy. For some, Valentine’s Day is the only time that tough exterior comes down, so make it special for your person so they feel how much you care for them. Be cheesy, go all out!
Visit your local craft store for balloons, streamers, and ribbons to decorate your house or apartment. Write your Valentines on premade templates, or write your own on colored paper, then seal each one with a sticker or a kiss with red lipstick! For dinner plans, make reservations in advance, or make a nice dinner at home. As for an activity, take your partner to a movie or play, a nice boat ride, out for a stroll in the city, or somewhere they’ve been wanting to go. Take our quiz to find out what gift and date you should plan!
Maybe you’re the classic type, but it doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a cheesy celebration here and there! To curate an elevated version, maybe skip the heart-shaped balloons or cupid garland and opt for fancy paper and envelopes to write your Valentines. For flowers, go to your local florist and ask for a nice bouquet of peonies, pink roses, or a modern mix with style. Make reservations at a restaurant you’ve been wanting to try, or some place that is significant to you and your partner. Grab martini supplies or champagne on your way home and raise a toast!
Whether you’re married, engaged, dating someone, enjoying the single life, or involved in a tight friend group, everyone enjoys feeling loved.
Heart-Shaped Gifts
Heart-shaped balloons, boxes of chocolates, garland, and even cupid-shaped confetti are the most notable things that represent Valentine’s Day. To create your own heart-shaped keepsake, either make or buy a heart-shaped box. Stuff it with pink, red, or white tissue paper to lay a festive base. Place your gift inside, write a little Valentine, and tie it together with a ribbon! To create a faux box of chocolates, get pink, white, or red cupcake liner papers and fill them with rings, pairs of earrings, candies, chocolates, or even little notes. Create a fun and personalized take on a classic gift!
Galentine’s Day
For Galentine’s Day, consider planning a dinner where each person brings something. Whether your group prefers light charcuterie boards or a gourmet dinner, make it delicious! Set the table with all things pink and red. Gather your tall and short candles, placemats, table cloths, pretty dishes, and make placecards. However you decorate your table, bring plenty of life to the theme! As for decorating your house or apartment, hang garland, hearts, bows, and glittery streamers for the perfectly gauche setting.
Does your group prefer to do an activity rather than share a meal? Have a “build your own bouquet” night! Everyone brings a different bouquet of flowers from a local florist or grocery store, and each person goes through and makes their custom bouquet. Pro tip: bring a few greenery options like eucalyptus, salal, or dusty miller, a few pairs of scissors, and some twine and butcher paper to wrap them afterwards. The bouquets serve as a perfect keepsake to remember the night.
For those 21 and up, a cocktail party with the girls is just the right move! Get dressed up in feathers, denim, leather, lace, or even comfortable pj’s and have a night of bubbly laughter. Craft your own cocktails with clever names and make a small bites bar to complement. Add sugar to the rim, mix in edible glitter, or top it with cotton candy for an unforgettable night with your gals. Don’t forget to take group pics!
February Weddings
Having a wedding in February? What a way to celebrate love! For the most cliche romantics, incorporating red hearts, roses, bows, and even a little cupid can bring the holiday to life. The latest trends include classy black and white photobooths, bold and modern florals, silk bows, velvet curtains or drapery elements, and ornate wedding cakes. If you decide on primarily red florals, your options are almost endless! Amaranthus, antherium, roses, tulips, gerbera daisy, and dahlia have been everywhere this year, and for good reason. Emphasize your wedding tables with textured elements and drapery. Lower the lights and include candles to enhance the romantic atmosphere. For a timeless way to capture the love, bring in a film photographer or get small disposable cameras for your guests; film brings the feeling of the moment to life and perfectly complements any wedding style.
Whether you go all out in red and pink for Valentine’s Day, or it just so happens to be the date you and your fiancé chose, it will be a beautifully romantic day full of love. Planning your wedding on Valentine’s Day requires plenty of planning with your vendors and maybe even booking things further in advance. Still searching for the right venue? Read our Wedding Styles for Different Venues blog to get inspiration on your venue type!
In Conclusion
Valentine’s Day is all about celebrating the love you have for your partner, friends, family, and yourself, so throw on something red, gather your Valentines, and arrange for flowers to be delivered to a special someone. Embrace the cliché and have a very happy Valentine’s Day!
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