Valentine's Day is this Saturday. Have you made your reservations, picked out your lingerie and stocked up on condoms? Wait, did we hear you say that you haven't made plans? You haven't even bought a gift? Stop the presses, this just in: some women aren't into romance!

If you love V-Day you started making plans weeks ago. If you don't care about Cupid's big day Saturday'll pass like any other weekend night (just don't try to go to a restaurant). But what if you're in the middle—you're not into the whole chocolates and roses thing, but you'd kinda like … Read More

We're sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but you might not receive that yellow diamond you've had your eye on for Valentine's Day this year. Sigh. Your blue and red diamonds will have to be content with only each other's company—perhaps you'll complete your collection next year.

According to a survey by the National Retail Federation, flash is out in 2009. Wealthy folks are cutting back in lavish V-day gifts, but not necessarily because they can't afford them. According to Reuters, who interviewed a luxury marketing researcher, "the super-wealthy were anxious about 'being labeled as … Read More

You didn't hear it from us, but cassette tapes are so last decade. We wish we had better news, but the good old days of love mix tapes are gone for good.   Luckily—for some—sappy love songs seem to be here to stay. So the next time you need a gift for a pal or partner, put away your tape deck and present them with the modern mix tape: an iPod.    If a 'pod in a box doesn't fulfill your sky-high gift-giving standards, think outside the box. You can personalize your gift by adding your favorite sappy-song … Read More

There are many levels of Valentine's Day celebration. Lazy folks pick up a box of Russell Stover's on the way home from work. The more traditionally-minded make dinner reservations at your favorite restaurant. V-Day fanatics eat oysters and cover their beds in rose petals. And some people give really bad gifts. Below, five ways to say "I love you." But don't say we didn't warn you. The Opulent Bikini Wax from Completely Bare spasEveryone's got their preferences when it comes to pubic hair styling but even those who dye their pubes or go for the … Read More

On this episode of On the Couch, Catie gets some innovative gift ideas from her therapists, including the most unsual gift of all: canned goods.

What do a gym membership, cooking lessons, and etiquette classes all have in common? They mean he is trying to tell you something! This episode of "On the Couch" decodes these cryptic Valentine's Day gifts and more...

"A kiss is a lovely trick designed by nature to stop speech when words become superfluous" -Ingrid Bergman

Yes, roses, teddy bears and Hershey's are always nice on Valentine's Day, but I'm in it for the real kisses. Did you know that the longest liplock recorded lasted something like 30 hours? Hmm - maybe you and your honey can do better.

Go ahead, smooch him 'til they kick you out of the restaurant. Worried about smearing your perfect pout? My pick is L'Oreal Paris Infallible Lip Gloss - silky to the touch and as strong-willed as you are. Try … Read More

Since we're hardly newbies at the game of love, roses and teddy bears for Valentine's Day induce gagging reflexes rather than an "awww" from some of the YourTango staff. Originality is key! Whether you're looking to give or help him get, check out our most memorable V-Day tips and gifts, which prove that, at YourTango, we think outside the heart-shaped box.

Our Most Memorable Valentine's Day Gifts

"We went to a spa for couples massages, and then he whipped out concert tickets and we went to see John Mayer."

"My very technically-able ex knew that I wanted to be able … Read More