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Valentines Day dos and donts

Md Mahfuzur Rahman || risingbd.com

Published: 10:53, 14 February 2015   Update: 15:18, 26 July 2020
Valentines Day dos and donts

Valentines Day dos and donts

Risingbd Desk: Here`re ways to ensure a rocking day together on Valentine`s Day.

 

When it works, it works for both — the very much in love gal and the guy. But things can become topsy-turvy and your Valentine`s Day plans can just go kaput if you don`t pay heed to minute details, such as likes, dislikes and preferences of someone you love the most. So, before you make all your mushy plans and finalise on the gifts, make sure that you take care of all the things that would only please both of you on the V-Day.

 

Know what your love likes

 

It`s that day of the year, where your beloved wants to be absolutely sure on how much exactly you about her and vice versa. So, do a little homework before you pick something for her or for him. If in doubt, ask indirectly on what he or she likes to do on a very special day of his or her life. If you don`t get any specific answer, just goad him or her to say more about what kind of gift do they need and like to have.

 

Find what your Valentine actually needs

 

Gifting something that is not actually of ay help to your Valentine may certainly put her or him off from thinking about going further in a relationship. If that calls for going for shopping together, do it, because it would make your Valentine feel wanted.

 

Never give out wrong signals

 

Girls are good at expressing themselves. And boys are very good at hiding their emotions. It doesn`t take much time for girls to understand that a guy is not actually interested in her. So, gulp down some emotion potion and be patient when you are you taking her on a date during Valentine`s. A gentle and affectionate touch is enough to make her understand she`s wanted. The same works with girls, but with a different twist. While girls need attention, guys look for emotional reassurance even though they don`t admit it. That can be told they are equally loved by exchanging warm, caring and pleasant smiles.

 

Don`t ask for commitment

 

Seeking confirmation on commitment issue can wait a bit. Don`t rush in to ask your love or beloved what they think about taking the relationship a step further. This may seem romantic, but on Valentine`s Day, not an ideal proposition. Rather, spend the precious moments together and have fun filled romantic moments.

 

Gifts to avoid (for her)

 

So, you forgot when`s Valentine`s Day and realized it`s tomorrow. Now, you rush to a swanky shop and pick up that lingerie. Sounds romantic, but highly avoidable because you are not sure whether she likes the color you`ve picked for her. Most important, what if you have not managed to size her up accurately? A bad idea for sure. Your lady love might accept it with elation, but each time she picks the lingerie, she might not be as elated. Don`t pick those gifts that make women perceive otherwise — like a vacuum cleaner — which stand for the cumbersome household chores. Gifting spa experience to your love, which may take half of your day, leaving less time to spend together is also avoidable.

 

Gifts to avoid (for him)

 

Gifting an expensive shaving kit, no matter how expensive they are, might signal to him about what you like him to do. Cuddly though may appeal to men, but gifting a teddy to guy is a strict no-no. Expensive cuff-links are also avoidable because how often do you see him using them? You want him to feel closer to you each time he uses the gift, right? Does he really need a watch — when all you`re going to hear him saying, `honey, I use a smartphone.` Avoidable unless he`s been longing for one.

 

Don`t overdo PDA

 

Avoid expressions of too much mush while on a date.Valentine`s is an occasion for celebrating the love for each other that you guys are aware of already. So, too much PDA may make either of you feel uncomfortable. The point of the occasion is to make each other happy, not to make them feel awkward.

 

Gifts that work for both

 

Utility gifts like a handmade leather toiletry case works for both. So if both you have picked this one, then you need not worry. Similarly a jewellery box elegantly embellished with semi-precious stones will give her more mushy moments. Gift each other music and movies based on each other`s likes. Utility gadgets that are useful on a daily basis too, would make for a good gifting.

 

Don`t be self obsessed

 

Rather than thinking of what can you expect from your Valentine, think of how you can make it a day to remember. That would be the best intangible gift — gifting some moments of love, care and attention. Each of longs for some pampering and rightfully so.

 

Source: TOI

 

risingbd/ Feb 14, 2015/ Mahfuz/ Augustin Sujan

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