Forget expensive dinner and lingerie, check out eight unconventional gifts for Valentine

Before you come up with the dwindling economy as an excuse not to celebrate Valentine’s Day go through our list of fun unconventional gifts that won’t burn a hole in your pocket.

You can’t thank us later.

  1. Floating hearts boxers

This gift is cheesy to every man but it also expresses how you feel. Giving your boyfriend or husband heart boxers can serve as a reminder of your love. You can choose his favourite colour so he knows you put a lot of thought into it. Also, make sure it is 100% cotton.

  1. Handwritten customized mugs

Mugs are perfect for drinking anything. You get to squeeze them in your hands and put them in your mouth. Make a customised mug with the writing “I love you” inscribed on it. Your spouse will definitely be glad anytime she holds the mug.

  1. Balloon delivery

Instead of giving your spouse flowers why not give them balloons. A floating one would definitely make for a good laugh and is guaranteed to make your spouse very happy.

  1. Handmade card

A gift like this expresses your feelings with words. You also have the opportunity to get creative with drawings.

  1. Half of a stocking

Instead of buying an expensive shoe or leggings buy a stocking, preferably one that has a cute writing on it or has heart shaped drawings. Give your partner one while you wear the other. Cuddle all day and keep each other warm.

  1. Blanket

Nothing says let’s cuddle like a super soft blanket. You can complement your stocking with a blanket big enough to contain you both. It can also serve as a reminder of you when your partner gets lonely.

  1. A photo album

If you are the type that treasure memories, compile all photos of you with your partner to create a photo album. Present it in a romantic way and voila! you have your V-Day gift

  1. Couple tees

A couple tees is a chance for both of you to own each other. It can be gifted by and to either sex. Writing something like “she’s mine and I am hers” might get you a very big thank you.