What Iâm about to say might shock and upset you, but no one wants to go to the movies on Valentine’s Day. Movie dates are a cop out! You canât talk and you donât even get to look at each other. Itâs not romantic. Okay, now that Iâve gotten that weight off my chest, Iâm going to tell you how to win Valentineâs Day so listen up! Â
Iâm a lot of things, but a traditionalist is not one of them. It really doesnât matter who you spend the day with. Boyfriend, girlfriend, best friend, new friend, mom, dad, sister, or maybe even your grandma. I donât subscribe to the idea that you need to have a romantic partner on Valentineâs Day for it to be fun. Good company is good company. Spend the day with people who make you happy!Â
Prepare A Meal TogetherÂ
Another thing that might shock you is that everyone loves flowers. So donât pull up to your date empty handed, get a bouquet and start your date off right (get 15% off with SPC). Now, if this date is romantic, I suggest something you can do together. Dinner is a classic but safe choice, so if youâre looking to make an impression, Iâd try something with more â¨pizazzâ¨. If you still want to eat, why donât you prepare dinner together! Itâs romantic and fun, plus you get a delish meal at the end. Too lazy for that? Papa Johns has heart shaped pizzas…nuff said. Â
Make A PlaylistÂ
Shit is expensive out there so here is a free Valentineâs idea that will help you win the day. Making a playlist for that special someone is the exact equivalent of making someone an 80âs mix tape in 2023. You can describe how you feel about them through the medium of song and itâs free (assuming you have a music subscription of course). Throw a little Taylor Swift on there and maybe a dash of Coldplay and youâve got a recipe for looooove! Â
First Date Idea: Museum/Art GalleryÂ
If you or your date is a huge nerd like me, a museum or art gallery is the perfect place to go. The main problem with first dates is trying to fill in those awkward silences, hence interesting art or dinosaur bones to help spark conversation! Better yet, most museums or art galleries have a member program or student rates which makes admissions either free or discounted (which we love here at SPC). Let me give you a line to use on your date: âThis [INSERT: art or exhibit] is really cool, but Iâd rather look at you.â Youâre welcome.Â
The Favourite Things DateÂ
It takes a little bit of prep so this definitely wonât work for a first date. Assuming that you know your partner well, this date will involve doing their favourite things with them. Letâs say your partner loves Starbuck‘s, youâre taking them to Starbuck‘s. Is your partner a golf junkie? Well, itâs time to hit an indoor driving range or maybe a mini putt course! Finish off the date with their favourite food. You get the picture. All of these activities show them how much you love them and that you pay attention to their interests. Remember, healthy relationships arenât about having all the same interests but rather wanting to try new things with your partner!Â
 Look Your BestÂ
Okay this isnât a date idea…but Iâm saying it anyway. Look, we donât all look like Timothee Chalamet or Zendaya but thereâs no reason why you canât look your best! This includes, but isnât limited to; getting a haircut, moisturizing your skin, getting some new clothes, maybe cleaning your sneakers up (remember, they used to be white), brushing your hair and teeth, smelling nice, cleaning your car, making sure your makeup is snatched to the gods, and of course feeling good mentally. Most importantly though, be yourself and have fun! Â
Love these ideas especially cooking dinner together â¤ď¸ so cute and fun @krisha444444
So many great ideas!
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I would personally just want to keep it lowkeyy and be super intimate with my partner by going on a private dinner or a little boat getaway for the day. However, I live in Canada so it is freezing and I am also very very single so Iâll be with my best friend this valentines day! Galentines day!
Making a meal together can be so romantic and a wonderful way to make a memory â¤ď¸
looking your best is a number one way to feel great on your date
Great ideas
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Haha, stuff is expensive! Love the idea of planning a hime date and executing it together. Such fun!
Great đđť Valentine đ ideas! Definitely going to give them a try!
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Nice!
Such great ideas! Looking forward to a movie night with my Valentine!
Coolio!
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This is such a cute article! The last part is my favorite to read, it made me giggle. Happy love month!! <3
Thanks for the kind words Andrea! Hope you have a lovely Valentine’s Day â¤ď¸
Great V day ideas â¤ď¸
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Husband and I are both students this Valentine’s day! It’s a weekday so we’ll probably just spend it at home. But hey! It can be Valentine’s day everyday as long as you’re with someone you love.
Hoping to do all of these with my Valentine!
Good ideas, simple is always best!
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I like your ideas! The best way to have a great Valentine’s Day is to cook a meal for your honey! That shows that you really care! It doesn’t have to be fancy and make sure there is lots of wine!
Great ideas, I like preparing a meal together
Amazing suggestions!
I will definitely have to make a playlist! Maybe even create a playlist together which sounds pretty awesome! Thanks for the tips.
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Love these ideas!!
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Great ideas!!! Thank you!
great ideas! now iâm getting kind of excited for vday even though itâs a weekdayâŚ!
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So many good ideas, which one to choose!
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I booked a one night stay in a hotel with my wife, dropping the kids off at the grandparents
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So many good ideas!
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These are some fun ideas
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Great ideas, my favourite & what weâll be doing this Valentines Day is preparing dinner together. đ IG handle @kikentris
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