Any other day of the year, an ugly sweater or a cheap-looking pair of earrings is just further evidence of your poor shopping skills. On Valentine's Day, it becomes a "symbol of our relationship." Get it wrong, and it may be your last.
No wonder so many guys stick to red roses, Godiva chocolates and Tiffany baubles. Still, you can look for the perfect experience gift....but only if you remember that a perfect experience is for your significant other, not you. Caution: Check it out first. Buying a diamond on the Web is one thing. Buying the time of your life is something else.
Here are some gift suggests for Her:
Dance Lesson for Two: Even if it's not your thing, she'll love this one.
Spa for Her: Sometimes the best way to show you care is to give her a day away. A day at the spa for her is a nice gift, with a wide range of options and prices.
Lobster Fest: If you are within reach of FedEx, you can have live lobsters delivered to you year round.
Buying for Him:
A Personal Concierge: Concierge services offer to take care of it for him. Memberships start at $1,500 a year and can get last-minute reservations at hot spots, hard-to-get tickets and entry to private clubs.
Flexible Concert Tickets: His and your hectic schedules make it difficult to commit to concerts months in advance. Now, more concert halls are offering FlexPass tickets that can be redeemed for any weekday concert, subject to availability.
Golf Lessons: Even the most experienced golfer thinks he can gain an extra edge with a lesson.
A Spin in a Luxury Car: He wants a ride in a Ferrari Spider. Make it happen. Car clubs that let members share the use of vintage classic cars or new high-end autos have sprung up in recent years. Be sure you know the kind of car that turns him on before spending your money on this gift.
Source: The Wall Street Journal, February 3, 2007