Even the best gifts can't save what's meant to be a bad Valentines Day and in the best of relationships, the worst gag gift can set of fireworks.
It's rarely what gift you give and more how you give it that counts.
No what you're buying for Valentines Day, these three things will guarantee that your gift is well received.
Make it a surprise.
It's time to face facts, flowers and chocolates just aren't the 'big gift to give' any more.
They're the typical gift to give.
You're gift no matter how expensive or frugal, big or small; shouldn't be something typical, it should surprise her.
A personal touch.
The best gifts really do come from the heart; but even if you buy a solitaire diamond, it won't spell your feelings out for you.
Find a way to let your sweetheart know the gift comes from the heart.
Write her a card, don't just sign it.
Talk about a special moment in your relationship or just write about how that person has changed your life.
Good things come in small beautiful boxes.
Great gifts can be anything; Valentines Day chocolate gifts like dipped fruit boxes that are beautifully packaged and delivered to your sweetheart's desk at lunch.
Look for simple but unique chocolate gifts that will impress your girlfriend/ wife the minute she sees them.
Presentation of a gift matters a lot.
No matter what you decide to get, make sure it looks good.
A well presented gift shows respect and thought for the person you're giving it to.