We all know that when it comes to gifts, it's the thought that counts. But sometimes, when it comes to Valentine's Day, a man's thinking can be kind of fuzzy. Let's face it, a new blender doesn't exactly inspire romance.
Dave Zinczenko, the editor in chief of Men's Health magazine, offered "Good Morning America" some tips on how to get your heart's desire on that most romantic of holidays by teaching you how to clue in the man in your life.
Zinczenko's advice is simple: Tell your man exactly what you want. The old, "You don't have to get me anything," doesn't work, because it's just not true.
Here are some of the hottest gifts for Valentine's Day this year:
The classic Valentine's Day gift. Roses are fine, but why not go for something a little more creative? Zinczenko recommends the florist Calyx and Corolla.
But if roses are your thing, they can be for more than just for one day:
$550 for a year of roses
$290 for 6 months
$150 for 3 months
www.calyxandcorolla.com
Lingerie is scary for guys for a few reasons. Men don't want you or the sales lady at Victoria's Secret to think they're perverts. Worst of all is the size issue: They don't know which is worse -- too big or too small? Don't be afraid to take him by the hand into a lingerie store, try a few things on, casually mention your size, and say, "Well, maybe for a special occasion." And guys, when in doubt, go for the camisole. It's classy and sexy and it never requires a shoehorn to fit into.
Victoria Secret Kimono: $38
Victoria Secret Slip: $32
www.victoriasecret.com
Zinczenko says lobster is the ultimate romantic dinner, and he suggests ordering a "lobstergram" from the Internet. It includes everything from the live lobsters down to the candle for the table. It also comes with everything you need to have an amazing seafood meal, from clam chowder to clams to corn, and even includes bibs and shell crackers and seafood forks. There's also the Cupid's Combo option, including lobster tails and cake.
Lobster dinner for two, $92
Lobster tails dinner for
two, $75
www.livelob.com
