Valentine's Day and gifts for couples: an everlasting classic.
With flowers and chocolates on the day of the Lovers' Day, you are never wrong, then every year you try other more original ways.
Some, however, are to be avoided.
Here are the top 5 gifts to avoid
Anti-wrinkle and anti-cellulite treatments
Even if the partner appears with a few more wrinkles and with slightly softer lines, it is good to resist the temptation to give anti-aging or slimming serums and creams (except on request).
This is confirmed by 20% of lovers, who put this type of treatment in the first place of unwanted gifts.
Better, rather, personal care products that do not point the finger at physical defects (almost 4 out of 10 Italians count them among their favorite gifts), at least according to the report made by Klarna for the occasion of the 14 February anniversary.
Pajamas
So comfortable and nice, but they are the equivalent of the socks given by the great aunt at Christmas (at least 18% of the interviewees).
Gym subscription It is
better to think about getting back in shape at another time: this is what 17% of Italians seem to think, so inviting them to exercise does not seem to be the best way to communicate their love to their partner.
Coordinated couple clothing
That is when romanticism is taken to the extreme: for almost 2 out of 10 Italians, it is not necessary to wear clumsy sweaters or identical t-shirts to show their feelings.
The same goes for romantic gadgets such as stuffed animals and heart-shaped items, which are considered excessive by 15% of romantics.
Items for the home
Like anti-wrinkle creams or gym subscriptions, the risk is to communicate the wrong message to the partner, perhaps inviting them to do the cleaning more often: the partner wants to receive attention, not to feel like a desperate housewife or homemaker (14 %).
When the gift is not what you expect
And what to do if, despite vademecum and advice, a gift is still wrong?
Do not worry, Italians reveal themselves to be a sensitive people, so much so that more than 8 out of 10 tend not to show their discomfort: in the face of an unwelcome gift, in fact, more than half smile and pretend nothing is happening (55%) , while almost a fifth exceeds even with thanks and praise to the partner (18%) or someone, a little smarter, immediately thinks about how to recycle the gift without being discovered (10%).
Sincerity seems to be a quality that belongs to a few.
Only 14% of Italians, in fact, are used to openly asking to be able to change an unsuitable gift, while a small minority (2%) can even get offended and quarrel with their partner.
Valentine's Day is celebrated at the rhythm of e-commerce
This year, due to the restrictions imposed by the pandemic and waiting to be able to enjoy a dinner in the restaurant of their heart or a romantic journey to exotic destinations, lovers of the beautiful country plan to rediscover tradition gifts, to be purchased strictly on the Internet.
The majority (68%), in fact, will buy the cadeau for their loved one online.
Only those over 55 seem to prefer the shop: almost half of them (46%), in fact, prefer to buy a Valentine's gift at the point of sale wherever possible.
To take advantage of online opportunities without incurring unpleasant unforeseen events, however, it will be necessary to pay attention to small tricks, choosing e-commerce that offer high standards in terms of payment and shipping.
Here are some tips from Revolut to identify the best gift
based on your partner's personality:
The pragmatist
prefers concrete facts to theory, is a dynamic person and loves "doing".
For him / her probably
an experience is better than an object, as a gift.
It can be a course to learn or do something together or a weekend discovering a new place, to be booked now and implemented in the next few months once most of the restrictions are removed (fingers crossed!).
The lover of pleasure
Seeks different types of pleasure and probably loves good food and good drinking.
Given the current times it is difficult to create a true gastronomic experience but Valentine's Day is an occasion that deserves an extra effort, so why not order something special for a different dinner at home, perhaps ending with a dessert prepared by a pastry shop award-winning?
The sensitive
feels emotions in an intense way, so those solicitations that stimulate positive feelings can have a great impact on this type of person.
It's
more
about
the "how" than the "what,"
so an unexpected surprise is probably the way to go: a gift to be found on the pillow with a sweet note and maybe something to be delivered at home (or at work).
The cuddly
The name speaks for itself: this person loves cuddles of any kind.
During the week of Valentine's Day last year, spending in cosmetics stores increased by almost 40% compared to the previous and subsequent weeks, demonstrating that
perfumes and beauty products in general
, even if quite "traditional", are nonetheless a great way to make your partner happy.
The lover of beauty
Loves well-made objects, appreciates good craftsmanship, fashion and accessories.
The right choice as a gift for this person can be something
beautiful to wear and always carry with you,
which allows you to remember your partner every day.
