LOVE, what a wonderful thing! It makes you sing in the shower, it makes you giddy, and it leaves you smiling for hours on end. If things can’t get more rose-tinted than that, we’re here to remind you that Valentine’s Day is only a few weeks away. Now before you jump straight into ordering them a bunch of red roses or the classic white teddy bear with a red heart on it (we know you know which one), why not put some thought into their gift and order something that speaks their love language? Whether you’re in a budding romance or married for 25 years, a thoughtful gift is guaranteed to leave them speechless. Here are some ideas for Valentine’s Day gifts that speak their love language:
Time To Treasure Them
If your partner’s love language is quality time it means they feel most adored when you’re spending one-on-one time together. So, release your inner Cupid and plan something special to show them that you love spending time with them too!
Book a table at your favourite romantic restaurant and send Valentine’s Day flowers to get them excited for the night. If the outdoors is their sanctuary organise a hike with a view (no, we’re not talking about you), or go all out with a picnic under the stars, completed with chocolates and a bottle of fine bubbly! Alternatively, show them your sentimental side by creating a picture-perfect photobook that’s filled with your most treasured memories together.
Speak From The Heart
Words of affirmation is the next love language on our list. You’ll know that this is your partner’s love language if their face lights up when you express affection through words. Be that with a text that says, “I love you”, or a note on their pillow to say they’re amazing.
Thankfully, you don’t have to be a 21st century Shakespeare to romance your loved one with words, because our personalised gifts are equally impressive! Choose a Valentine’s Day present that’s got something special written on it or personalise the prezzie with your own tender loving words. No matter what gift you choose, don’t forget to add a greeting card – the more words, the better.
Serve Up Your Love
Let your actions do the talking if their love language is acts of service. Nothing makes your partner happier than selfless and thoughtful acts, like helping with chores or giving them a self-care day. However, just doing the dishes on the most romantic day of the year won’t cut it! Act the part and ‘serve’ up your love with gestures that will make them fall for you all over again.
We’re talking breakfast in bed (crispy bacon, fried mushrooms, the lot), and a steaming cup of coffee or tea. If the thought of burning the toast is making you anxious, surprise them with a personalised chopping board that’s topped off with ‘deli’-cious cheeses and preserves. Or, act out your love with a personalised wall art gift, but remember to have the drill nearby!
Don’t Lose Touch
If your partner can’t get enough of your magical touch, then physical touch is most certainly their love language. Besides giving them kisses, hugs, and all things ‘spice’, you can ‘touch’ their heart with these sensual gifts.
Make them feel extra-connected to you with an at-home spa experience! Think ‘scent’-sational bath and body spoils, like bubble bath, body lotion, massage oil, and a cosy gown to ‘wrap’ it all up. Throw in a comfy blanket or our speciality chocolate bondage gift if you really want to get comfortable (wink-wink). Can’t be there to embrace them on the day of ‘luurve’? No stress! A muscle man pillow will make them feel like they’re lying in your arms, or you can send a soft as satin kiss in the form of satin pyjamas.
Gift It Your All
The last love language on our list is receiving gifts! Just because a prezzie makes their heart beat faster, doesn’t mean they’re a gold digger. In fact, people with this love language are more interested in the thought that went into their special surprise. So, whether you order a gift under R599 or one under R199 we can guarantee that they’ll be beaming with joy!
When choosing a gift, try to be sentimental and extra-attentive. If they smelled like a million bucks on your first date, relive that memory by spoiling them with a bottle of perfume or cologne. If music is their second love, make them dance with personalised headphones. Or, if they have a sweet tooth, a-‘dough’ them with mouth-watering Valentine’s Day cupcakes.
We don’t know about you, but gaining a better understanding of the five love languages just made us even more passionate about love, and we’re all for it! Hopefully, we have convinced you to see Valentine’s Day gifts in a new rose-tinted light, because trust us when we say there’s nothing more attractive than a partner who’s fluent in your love language. So, be the ultimate hubby, girlfriend, partner, or wife, and send a gift based on their love language!
