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Instead of complaining about how commercialised V-day is (yawn), this week’s The Know will advise you on how to add some old-fashioned romance into Valentine’s Day and best of all – it’s on a student budget!
Break the rules
OK so Valentine’s Day is traditionally on the 14th February and always has been (that’s how St. Valentine would have wanted it). But it’s time to shake things up a bit! Why not celebrate it on another day this year – surprise your other half by not only remembering the conventional holiday but another special date. If there’s a memorable date coming up (the day you met, first kiss, etc) celebrate it then instead. Valentine’s Day is about showing that you care and this small gesture is high on slush factor, plus places will be less crowded when going out, bonus!
It’s the thought that counts
You’ve always wanted to cook your loved one a gourmet style meal à la Gordon Ramsey, but your culinary skills aren’t up to scratch. Why not go for something simpler and low key like a picnic full of their favourite foods (yes, you can pack it full of high calorie chocolatey goodness, she’ll love you for it!) and find a romantic spot for just the right mood. Don’t let the February weather put you off, grab a blanket and snuggle up! If the great outdoors doesn’t do it for you, have an indoor picnic with the room decorated and rose petals leading up the stairs…
Diamond’s are a girl’s best friend…
…but this doesn’t necessarily mean she’s expecting them. And also vice-versa. Don’t get too hung up on expensive gifts because a gift from the heart will almost always trump something extravagant that’s bought at the last minute. Get creative and think of a gift that means something to both of you, something that’s taken effort to come up with and above all is a creation you’ve spent time on (and it doesn’t have to be a masterpiece, as long as it makes them smile). Whether this means a hand-made card or writing your heart out in a romantic love letter, (an ex once poured his little heart out in a card once and was very romantic) - it always works.
At risk of sounding cheesy and clichéd, don't lose sight of the real meaning of Valentine's Day. After all, money doesn't buy you love.
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