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7 of the best Valentine’s Day gifts and date-night ideas

Running short on good ideas? We’ve got you sorted. - by Eunice Oh
  • 14 Feb 2022

What have you planned for your significant other this Valentine’s Day? You can't go wrong with a bunch of flowers or have you planned something special?

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Valentine’s Day: a day for couples to express their love for one another and do something special together. However, Valentine’s Day is one of those occasions that tends to sneak up on people, leaving many of us ill-prepared for the event and scrambling for gift ideas and date-night locations at the last minute.

Never fear, for we have rounded up five of the best gifts and date-night ideas for Valentine’s Day in Australia.

7 of the most popular gift and date-night ideas

1. A fancy dinner

According to the latest data from The Fork, restaurant bookings for Valentine’s Day are currently down by 37% compared to 2021 with many diners still reluctant to dine out. If you normally celebrate date-night at home each, how about supporting your local businesses by booking a beautiful lunch or dinner.

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2. Stay at home

If you're more of a homebody, make the evening special with a fancy home-cooked meal and candles. Or, start early and surprise your partner with breakfast in bed.

To the moon and back candle, $49.95, Glasshouse Fragrances

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Be mine limited edition V Day candle, $59, Cleanse & Co

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3. Write down your thoughts

A thoughtful, handwritten card is still valued in this digital age. Purchase a cute card and thank your partner for all the wonderful things they do for you.

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4. Buy an edible gift

A traditional yet timeless Valentine’s Day gift, a box of chocolates is still a crowd favourite. If your partner isn't a fan of truffles or fondant chocolates, perhaps a bottle of Rosé might tickle their fancy.

Raspberry macadamias in dark chocolate, $18.90, Koko Black

Raspberry Macadamias | Dark Chocolate

Large milk chocolate heart, $20.50, Haighs

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Pierre d'Amour rosé, $17.99, Vivino

Pierre D'Amour with Crystal

5. There’s nothing better than fresh flowers

Roses are still a popular choice of flowers for Valentine’s Day. But are you looking for something a little less traditional? Buy an indoor plant for the green thumb in your life, or a bunch of flowers exclusively in their favourite colour for a thoughtful bouquet.

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6. Bake something sweet

Whether your valentine loves brownies or red velvet cake. A home-baked dessert is a lovely gesture and always a winner.

Rose gold heart pan, $10, Wiltshire

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7. Movie night

Relax from the comfort of your couch and order Uber Eats, and watch a movie that's been on the to-watch list. Or, enjoy a night out watching a film at Westpac OpenAir with the spectacular backdrop of the Sydney Opera House sitting back and enjoying state-of-the-art surround sound with a glass of Croser in hand. But for the ultimate VIP experience, a table at the Croser lounge for dinner is a must!

Westpac OpenAir

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