Worst Valentines Gifts

Posted by Deborah Read on Friday 3 February 2012 in Posts

Ahh Valentine’s day is quickly approaching and people everywhere look high and low to find the best gifts for their loved ones. But there are some people who get this wrong, massively, massively wrong. In this blog I discuss the worst gifts for men and women.

Top 5 Worst Gifts For Men

Cuddley Toy

No matter how cute it is, how cuddley it is or how much it comes to represent your relationship, a cuddley toy for a bloke on Valentines Day is an instant no no and sends him just one message. Bunny boiler.

Chic Flick

That chick flick you dragged him to on one of your first dates that he told you he loved as the characters were so realistic and he could relate to them so well… he lied. He never wants to even mention this film again, let alone get it for Valentines.

Lingerie, PJs and Socks

All no nos. What item of mens lingerie can be sexy as well as routine lingerie wear? He may look great in his boxers, doesn’t mean he wants them for Valentines. Have you ever seen ANY mens PJ set that are sexy? So rule it out, even if it’s thermal and will keep him warm at night, that’s what you’re there for. And socks? Is Valentines Christmas and are you his Gran? Thought not. He doesn’t even want the comical ones with his favourite characters on, or the patronising days of the week ones. Avoid socks.And lingerie. And PJs.

A Picture Of You

Of course he loves you, he loves you loads, you’re the apple of his eye, the centre of his universe. But does he want your face staring at him on his desk from a heart shaped frame whilst he’s working hard to impress his boss and colleagues? Probably not. Leave him to decide what picture of whom he wants, and what frame he wants to put it in.

Matching Items

Under no circumstances would your bloke want to wear matching items such as snuggies, jumpers or anything else. It’s not cute, it’s not funny and it reeks of bunny boiler. Sorry.

Top 5 Worst Gifts For Women

Self Help Books

Women know they can be neurotic, they analyse things constantly. You buying them a book about their flaws and faults just tells them that you’ve a) noticed their neurotic tendency and b) want them to work on it. It’s not romantic, does nothing for their self confidence and will probably get you dumped, or lead to uncomfortable conversations regarding why you thought the book would be relevant to them.

Something He Wanted

A complete cop out. When did she ask for Training Day on DVD? Or Call of Duty for her Xbox? This is a day to treat her and show her how much you love her (in monetary terms) so if you buy her those power tools you’ve been drooling over you’re telling her loudly exactly what you think, and it’s not good.

Jewellery He Gave His Ex

Are you kidding? If it’s been engraved ‘Dearest Michelle’ and she’s called Laura you’re in for a world of trouble. If you’ve got old jewellery lying around, send it to cash for gold, not your current beau.

Household Items

We’re talking ironing boards, hoovers and kitchen pans. All the clichéd products which suggest ‘womens work’ and give her the impression that you’re a cave man. The feminist movement in the home has been and gone, so get her household items and you’re pretty much patting her head and telling her thinking will hurt her brain. She’ll either dump you then and there, or quit her job to fulfil your 1960s housewife dream, leaving you with all the bills and the only person earning a wage. Either way, you’re stuck.

Vouchers

Nothing says I have no idea what to get you than vouchers. Marketed as the perfect gift as you can choose exactly what you want without the embarrassment or fuss. Really it says ‘I wasn’t listening to a word you said when we had all those deep and meaningful conversations.’ So think about what makes her smile, laugh and what her interests are and buy a gift to represent these. Even if it’s wrong you’ll get points for trying.

Top Worst Gift For Men and Women

Divorce Papers.

Enough said.