How to celebrate Valentine's Day, whatever your status
Valentine’s. A day of red roses, heart-shaped chocolates and soppy Instagram posts. If you’re loved up, it’s a great day for a date. If you’re seeing friends, a Palentine’s or Galentine’s meet up is the way to go. Whatever your relationship status, we’ve got you covered. Fall in love with these perfect ways to celebrate.
All you need is love (and cookies)
With your partner or mates, organise a Valentine’s baking session where you make some heart-shaped cookies and decorate them with red and pink icing. You could even make it a competition, but remember, it’s all love.
Get cosy with a rom com
Invite your partner or pals to your room for a fun evening watching cheesy rom coms. If your iQ has a cinema room, make the most of it and hire it out for a private viewing. To make the experience that little bit better, include popcorn, yummy sweet treats and snuggly blankets. Your comfiest PJs are optional, but highly recommended.
Have a potluck dinner date
Find some tasty recipes in iQ SupperClub. Assign different dishes between you and your partner or friends and embrace your inner chefs. Set the table in your shared or personal kitchen and enjoy a relaxing evening of great company and (hopefully) great food. Bonus: any leftovers can be meal prep.
Give a gift (of lurve)
While having you in their life is of course the best gift of all, exchanging presents with your partner or friends is a great way to show your affection. Set a small budget or agree to make something yourself. If you’re exchanging between pals, pull names out of a hat to choose who you’ll give to. For gift ideas on a budget, consider a cuddly soft toy, a selection of their favourite snacks or a personalised keyring. Our inspo for homemade gifts: a jar full of reasons you appreciate them, a DIY friendship bracelet or a piece of artwork inspired by them.
Write a letter from the heart
For a meaningful Valentine’s idea, why not get all traditional and write your friend or partner a thoughtful letter? Handwritten letters carry a lot more depth and value than a ‘love u’ text message. You could write what you love about them, how much you appreciate them and your fave iQ memories together.
Bonus idea: practise some self-lovin’
If you’re not one to make big plans for Valentine’s, treat yourself to some me-time by doing something you love. Go for a nice walk, read the latest iQ BookClub novel, try some relaxing meditation or have some uninterrupted gaming time.
Happy Valentine’s Day from iQ. We hope these ideas help you spread the love and enjoy your best Valentine’s yet.
