Choosing the right Valentine’s Day Gift for her can seem like a laborious and mind-boggling process.  The goal in finding the right gift is one that has a perfect fusion of appealing to her unique qualities and illustrating your affection.  It’s a tough balancing act, though an imperative one.

When buying the precise Valentine’s Day gift for the special lady in your life, here are a few things to keep in mind:

1) What are her interests?

Common sense it seems like?  You don’t want to buy her a golfer’s gift if she absolutely hates golfing or a business gift if she’s not working, right?  After all, when purchasing a gift for a girlfriend, wife or other special someone, you want to ensure she actually likes it.  This is extremely important.

2) How long will the gift last?

When it comes to Valentine’s Day, this is a topic not many people think of.  Though many women love to receive the traditional flowers and chocolates, having a timeless gift (one that can last for many years) is much more significant than flowers, chocolates, or other time-sensitive goodies.  Don’t get me wrong, flowers and chocolate are important Valentines components, but over time, such gifts have become less and less memorable.  On the other hand, gifts like a jewelry box, tealight candle holder, or a purse mirror are ideal timeless gifts that can not only signify Valentine’s Day, but gifts that she can use day to day.

3) How should I deliver the gift?

Before thinking about the right Valentine’s Day gift delivery presentation, you must make sure that her special gift comes before or on Valentine’s Day.  Unfortunately, what good would a Valentine’s Day gift serve if your special lady receives it once it’s too late?  Sure, she may still appreciate the gesture and the gift, but you’ve already lost half of the battle of when you really think about.  Additionally, the actual delivery of a gift is just as important as the gift delivery timing, as well as the gift itself.  The key details, such as specific wrapping and location, are important elements to a perfect Valentine’s Day gift delivery.

Giving a gift is like giving a gift from the heart — not all of us have the same hearts, so why not give a personalized gift that signifies yours and her unique heart?  To all the men out there: sons, boyfriends, husbands, uncles, grandfathers, and dads — go and get a head start and make your special lady smile on Valentine’s Day.  Just like Santa said for Christmas, “make a list, and check it twice!”