Non-Cheesy Valentine’s Gifts for Guys

Another year has passed, and another Valentine's Day is coming up, and you are wondering again, what to get your boyfriend or husband. Unless your man collects teddy bears and picture frames, the usual Valentine's gifts are just not going to cut it for him. Flowers? Well, unless you want him to do your hair or have makeover parties with him, do not get him flowers. So, what should you get him? Here are some gift ideas that will get your thoughts flowing as you try to choose the right Valentine’s Day present for him.

First off, know this: most guys, not all, but most guys don't care about Valentine's Day. They don't sit around with their buddies talking about their romantic plans. Everything your guy does on that day, he is doing it for you. Therefore…, the best Valentine’s Day, or any other day, gift for a guy is: You. That’s right. You make the perfect Valentine’s Day gift idea for him.

Most guys like experiences more than "gifts". This means that you can’t go wrong with a trip to somewhere he likes (filled with romantic anticipation for afterwards) or a weekend in a luxurious hotel room.

If you are willing to put all bets on the table for Valentine's Day, take some adult games with you. There are variety of games for couples to play together, such as “Sex Scratchers: 100 Sexy Lottery Tickets to Scratch and Win!” or Party Dice. Another great option is an Interactive DVD Game for couples, such as “Just4Play”. You can even come up with your own set of romantic games to keep things spicy.

Silly Love Coupons are never a bad idea either. Some great options you can try are the “Sex Checks: 60 Checks for Maintaining Balance in the Bedroom “, the “Naughty or Nice Sex Coupons“ or the “Bedroom Bucks: Legal Tender for Lovers”. Those can be fun and spontaneous if he uses them later.

To turn an ordinary weekend into one that is filled with pampering and pleasing, try using a Love Kit. If you don't consider yourself to be the creative type, you can purchase one like the Undresser which contains a Strawberry Skin Honey and Pin-Up Ruffled Boy Short. You can also create your own love kit by filling a box with Massage Candles, Melt Chocolate Body Fondue, Kissable Body Toppings, Kama Sutra Paintboxes, sexy lingerie and all kind of stuff like that. Guys like variety, so anything out of the ordinary is a great turn-on. And, that is probably the memory you want him to have anyway.

You are probably thinking: “What is sentimental about a new gadget or new shoes?” The answer is: nothing. But unless your guy is the romantic type, “sentimental” probably is more important to you than it is to him. Giving him a new gadget, nice shoes or something related to a hobby he has as a Valentine's gift shows that you know and support his interests. You can get him something useful like a metallic case for his iPhone with integrated rechargeable smart battery (Mophie Juice Pack Air Case); innovative gaming mouse (Cyborg R.A.T. 9); NFL Training Camp exercise game; high quality video eyewear (Wrap 920), wireless headphones (JayBird); or pair of nice shoes (Nike Zoom Kobe VI).

The gift of an elegant timepiece can be just as romantic on Valentine's Day as any other jewelry. Watches make great Valentine’s gifts because you can pick out any model or style as long as it fits your partner’s personality. If you prefer to strike a more romantic note, and give the gift a little bit of a Valentines feel, you can opt for an elegant watch with a red face or red accents. Some of the brands that do not compromise on the quality but offer reasonable prices are Swiss Legend, Invicta, Citizen etc. You may consider getting your boyfriend or husband a Chronograph watch for Valentine’s Day. This type of watches are very popular among pilots, racers, marines and sportsmen because they are very masculine and sportive looking. Chronograph watches are also popular because of their stopwatch function and unique designs. Don’t forget that you can engrave the watch with a personal message, anniversary date or any other line or phrase that is meaningful to him.

Valentine’s jewelry is more than a pair of cuff links or a promise ring. For those guys who wear jewelry a nice bracelet or contemporary pendant is a great choice. Bracelets made from leather, titanium, tungsten, rubber, stainless steel and the combinations do not only look different and trendy but also cost less than gold. Neutral colors like black, grey and brown are simple enough to accentuate just about any outfit and a safe gift choice. So, if your man already wears necklaces or bracelets then you know he will like this gift. Otherwise, he might find your idea a little crazy.

Couples jewelry is often given as a Valentine’s Day gift but is always nice to extend beyond just inscribing each other’s names on rings. Puzzle pendants inscribed with meaningful dates or words are one of the options. The pieces don't even have to be identical, but the items should go together in some way like matching gemstones, initials, or monograms in rings or pendants.

Eating out on Valentine's Day can be really expensive, not to mention crowded. Instead of going to a restaurant, opt for a dinner at home. Celebrating Valentine's Day at home gives you the freedom to express your love your own way and it will mean more to him. Prepare his favorite meal and make this dinner stand out from the rest by decorating your table with stylish dinnerware, candles and a matching centerpiece. If you can't cook or do not have time to do it, then order his favorite meal. The Valentine’s dinner can be enjoyed indoors, near a pool side, or on a patio with an outdoor fireplace. After the dinner, choose a dessert you can feed each other with your fingers. Chocolate fondue, chocolate-covered strawberries and cherries are a great choice and can be easily prepared at home.

If he has already booked a restaurant and is taking you out for a dinner, you can plan a picnic and go to the spot where you first met or kissed. Fill a picnic basket with all the goodies he loves, include maybe his favorite CD and make the day awesome.

Getting your boyfriend or husband boxers for Valentine’s Day is definitely a safe choice because a man can never have too many boxers. Underwear can be a nice addition to a gift basket, love kit or just a small side gift. But steer clear of lipstick prints and heart-covered boxers. They are so cliché! “Thanks honey! I'll put them right next to the heart-printed tie I never wear.” If you want to buy your loved one underwear he will actually wear again, consider something comfortable, cool and sexy - Andrew Christian, Calvin Klein, DKNY, Clever and so on.

Cologne is one of the most popular Valentine’s Day gifts for men. It may not be the most creative gift for your husband or fiancé but is definitely a perfect present if you are in a new relationship or just a young teen. You can’t give a promise ring as a Valentine’s gift when you are in a new relationship, teddy bear is kind of childish, you can’t get him flowers, you don’t have many pictures together to put them in a cheesy frame, you are not sure yet about his interests… So, what’s left? Cologne, of course. Here are some of the most popular fragrances that you can’t go wrong with:

- Aqua Di Gio by Giorgio Armani - Aqua Di Gio has been a worldwide top seller since 1995, which makes it maybe the safest gift choice.

- Fierce by Abercrombie & Fitch - Fierce is one of the hottest selling colognes on the market and a fragrance that everyone just loves.

- Cool Water by Davidoff – Cool Water is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who want a refreshing scent after an active day. It is a pleasant fragrance that appeals to many men.

- Polo Blue by Ralph Lauren - Polo Blue is one of the most famous colognes by Ralph Lauren and many guys love wearing it. The scent is classic, not overpowering and can be wore for every occasion.

- Burberry Touch by Burberry – This one is classified as a refreshing, woody and masculine and is definitely a good choice for a guy who likes woody fragrances.

- CK One Summer by Calvin Klein - Clean, fresh, light but long lasting fragrance that is perfect for guys who like citrus scents.