Unique Valentine Gift Ideas

Valentine’s Day gifts are the true test of a boyfriend or girlfriend’s creativity. Whether you are buying a Valentine’s Day gift for a guy or a girl, you have to come up with a unique Valentine’s Day that manages to be special, romantic, one-of-a-kind—and yet exactly what your sweetheart wanted.

Hands down, the best way to say, “Will you be my valentine?” is with a spectacular jewelry gift. Ladies, you can get a jewelry gift for your boyfriend for Valentine’s Day, and guys, there is no way to show your love for that special girl than with a stunning piece of diamond jewelry as a Valentine’s Day gift.

One of the hottest Valentine’s Day ideas this year: personalized Valentine’s Day gifts. When you personalize a gift, you show how much thought and effort you put into making your boyfriend or girlfriend’s Valentine’s Day gift perfect. No matter what piece of jewelry you choose, a gorgeous pendant or a sleek pair of cufflinks, engraving is a wonderful way to make a unique Valentine’s Day totally personal . You can choose a romantic font and a special message so that you sweetheart will always remember Valentine’s Day 2011.

There are other ways to personalize a Valentine’s Day gift. Incorporating your loved one’s birthstone into a Valentine’s Day gift is one way to make a gift beautiful and personal and also catch on to one of the hugest trends of the year—gemstones. If your girlfriend was born in September, you can’t go wrong with a simple but stunning pair of sapphire bezel-set stud earrings. Stud earrings of all kinds are one of the top-selling Valentine’s Day gifts—they’re practical, comfortable, gorgeous and no girl can ever have too many pairs!

If you want to go a little more glam with your Valentine’s Day gift, but still incorporate a gem birthstone, opt for a stunning diamond-encrusted pendant necklace that features a dramatic birthstone gem, or a glamorous cocktail ring with the corresponding gemstone. If your girlfriend’s birthday is in February, make it two gifts in one with this jaw-dropping amethyst and diamond number—the best Valentine’s Gift she’s ever received.

Looking for a perfect Valentine’s Day gift for a guy? It doesn’t have to be a lame tie or a boring pair of slippers. Make it a glamorous Valentine’s Day for him too with a piece of men’s jewelry that any guy would be proud to wear. A titanium bracelet makes a masculine but elegant jewelry gift, and you can even engrave the inside for a really personalized Valentine’s Day gift. This Wellington black titanium bracelet by Edward Mirell makes a perfect gift for a boyfriend on Valentine’s Day.

Want to take the personalization up a notch for your Valentine’s Day gift? It doesn’t get more unique than a custom designed piece of jewelry. You’ll need to plan ahead for this one, so start gathering your ideas now if you want to surprise your wife or girlfriend with a totally custom-designed piece of jewelry. Of course, before you submit your design, you will want to make sure that it will be something she loves, so sneak a peek at her jewelry box to get a great Valentine’s Day gift idea. This stunning custom necklace ordered recently combined a Diamonds by the Yard strand of sparkling stones with a custom-designed pear-shaped pendant. Its a classy, traditional look that makes a great personalized Valentine’s Day gift.

If you are looking for an even more dramatic and personalized Valentine’s Day idea, try designing a custom jewelry piece that incorporates your girlfriend’s birthstone in a unique design that she will treasure forever. The best Valentine’s Day gifts are the ones that come from the heart; when you hand her a necklace you designed yourself, you are showing her your love in a way that she can wear proudly.

If you don’t have time or can’t think of a custom design idea, that doesn’t mean your Valentine’s Day gift has to be predictable and impersonal. Diamond pendants are a perfect Valentine’s Day gift—they look beautiful on everyone, they are romantic, and you can find the perfect diamond pendant for anyone. There is a shape and style out there for anyone, and one fantastic Valentine’s Day gift ideas is to find a pendant that symbolizes something she loves, or something you love to do together. For example, check out this Valentine’s Day idea—a snowflake pendant for the girl who loves to ski. The design is romantic and glamorous, and the personal meaning makes it a personalized and unique Valentine’s Day gift that she will treasure for years to come.

The real difference between a so-so Valentine’s Day gift and the best Valentine’s gift she ever got? The thought behind the gift. When you choose something that suits your sweetheart’s style perfectly, the ring she always wanted or the cufflinks he was secretly eyeing, your Valentine’s Day gift becomes a symbol of your love.