Last minute Valentine's Day Gifts

Yikes! Valentine's Day is right around the corner -- and you still need a gift. Any of these last-minute Valentine's Day gifts is likely to be appreciated by your significant other -- and he or she will never have to know that you waited until the last minute to pick them up.

Last-Minute Valentine's Day Gifts to Buy Online

If it's too late to buy a gift you like online that will arrive by Valentine's Day, purchase an electronic gift certificate instead. Companies that offer eGift Cards include Amazon, Target, Apple iTunes, and Barnes & Noble.

Last-Minute Valentine's Day Gifts to Pick Up on the Way Home from Work

Avoid the lines at the florist, the department store, and the chocolatier, and dash into one of these stores for unconventional Valentine's Day gifts instead:


At a Toy Store - Pick up Twister, the Milton-Bradley game that's fun for all ages. And even more fun for adults.

At Home Depot - Pick up an elegant dendrobium orchid, potted and ready for Valentine's Day giving.


At Walgreen's - Pick up massage oils and body chocolate (available in four flavors) in the Valentine’s Day aisle.


Last-Minute Valentine's Day Gifts for Women
Even if you select them at the last minute, gifts that bear a big red heart are sure to melt hers. Some ideas:


Heart-shaped locket
Heart-shaped picture frame, with a picture of the two of you
Heart-shaped, red-satin box of chocolates
Heart-shaped candies that say "I Love You"

Last-Minute Valentine's Day Gifts of Desperation

Quick items to grab and go:

Stuffed animal from stationery store
Book of love poetry

Store-bought book of love IOU's
Heart-shaped cake or cupcakes from supermarket or convenience store.

Even if your gift is acquired last minute, your thoughtfulness and generosity will be appreciated and the good feelings will last long past Valentine's Day. Just don't forget to include a Valentine's Day card — no trip to the store necessary. Remember its the thought that counts!