Valentines Tips: How to Surprise Your Sweetheart on $50 or Less

This Valentine's Day, many consumers will still be spending less on gifts. Perhaps your own spending has been tight recently? Whether you're searching for a heartfelt item for a man or a woman, there is a wide variety of gifts which cost $50 or less to suite many personalities. You don't need to break your wallet to show your loved one how much you care.

A Gift For Her:

1. One Dozen Long-Stemmed Red Roses. Yes, a gift of red roses at Valentine's Day seems cliche. But when was the last time you bought her flowers?

2. Sterling Silver Heart Locket. This timeless gift is sure to please your sweetheart. Choose from a 14", 16", or 18" chain and don't forget to put two small pictures of your smiling face inside.

3. A gourmet or specialty box of chocolates. If your Valentine is a chocolate aficionado, present her with a luxurious box of chocolates. Don't forget that chocolate is an aphrodisiac!

4. A bottle of her favorite perfume. You know, the one that drives you wild? If you don't know what her signature fragrance is, choose a classic scent like Chanel No. 5, Eternity by Calvin Klein, or Shalimar.

5. Sexy Lingerie. Women like to feel and look sexy, especially for their man. Though she'll be wearing it, the gift of lingerie is sure to please the both of you.

6. A Freshwater Cultured Pearl Bracelet. Sure to please any woman, a pearl bracelet is one of the most versatile pieces of jewelry a woman can own. A variety of styles and clasps are available for $40 - $50 online.

7. Gemstone Earrings. If your lady's ears are pierced and your budget can't afford diamond earrings, select a pair of pearl or semi-precious stone earrings.

8. A PajamaGram from PajamaGram.com. There are a variety of packages to choose from that are $50 or less. Your pajama gift is delivered with a lavender sachet, a "Do Not Disturb" sign, and a personalized gift card inside a keepsake organza hatbox.

9. Specialty Gift Basket. There are quite a few gift basket options available for $50 or less. Is your honey a coffee connoisseur or a lover of fine wines? Take a look online and see if you can't find a whole basket of goodies for your sweetheart.

10. A gift certificate for a massage. What better way to pamper her than with a professional massage? You can buy gift certificates in person, over the phone or on the Internet at many spas.

This was the first article that I wrote for iQualifyNow.com. The original article can be found here.

There was also supposed to be a second half to it. Don't think that I forgot about the menfolk, they like gifts, too! The second half wasn't published, or hasn't been published yet, but here it is:

A Gift For Him:

1. A bottle of his favorite cologne. Ladies, you know you love the way that he smells. Or maybe you want him to try a new flavor? Check out Davidoff’s Cool Water, Aqua Di Gio by Giorgio Armani, or Boss #6 by Hugo Boss.

2. Silk Boxer Shorts. Guys aren’t the only ones who like to ogle the goods. The gift of a pair of silk boxers is a gift for both of you.

3. Anthony Logistics for Men Travel Logistics. For the man who is on the go, this package includes a facial cleanser, astringent, shave cream, shampoo, lip balm, and hand & body lotion, all in a Mesh Dopp Kit.

4. Perfect Pushup Rotation Pushup Handles. He has seen the commercials. He is just too embarrassed to admit that he wants an infomercial product to make the call. Lucky for you, you can find this product on-line and in some stores.

5. Sparkle Swizzlestick. This cell phone Flash drive can be used to backup contacts, photos, and music or upload ringtones and photos. It is the perfect gift for a guy who relies heavily on his cell phone.

6. A high quality watch. Most men don’t usually like jewelry for Valentine’s Day, but they do appreciate a good watch. There are a variety of high quality timepieces available for just under $50. Does he have a favorite sports team? Some are available with his favorite NFL, NHL, or NCAA team logo.

7. Creative Zen Stone 1 GB. He loves music, but perhaps he hasn’t made the leap into the 21st century. This cheap 1GB MP3 player is about $40 and will introduce your man to the next generation of portable music.

8. The Hickory Traveler. The Hickory Traveler is a soft-sided cooler filled with plenty of Hickory Farms treats: summer sausage, cheese, crackers, and all the fixings.

9. Leather passport wallet. If your guy travels internationally, he will love this gift. A leather passport case with an embossed cover will keep his important documents together in style.

10. Sexy Lingerie. Okay, so this was also in the list of items to buy a woman, but think about it seriously for a moment. You get to buy yourself some new lingerie and he gets to see you in it. What is sure to follow is a gift both of you can enjoy.