Quirky Gifts for Valentine’s Day

Adorable Cat Ear Headphones by Brookstone

I have a little bit of a reputation as being a Scrooge with it comes to love. I can often be seen with my face twisted in revulsion, when anything overly soppy or romantic is before me, be it on TV or in person. Where most people think the speech from ‘When Harry Met Sally’ is adorable and sweet, it just makes me cringe.

It isn’t that I’m a total cynic that completely hates love – I am myself in a wonderful relationship – I just have a different perspective on what it means to me. I would rather have an insulting or pun-based novelty card for Valentine’s Day, than a huge bunch of roses. And I would definitely prefer to sit in my ‘fat pants’ and eat loads of snacks, whilst binge watching ‘Band of Brothers’ (we are a little late to the party on that one) with a mountain of snacks, than sit in a crowd restaurant, forcing some romance.

And if I do get a gift, I want something that makes me smile and laugh. Thoughtful and loving gifts for Valentine’s Day, do not have to be in giant bouquet form, or adorned with hearts, or in a heart shape. If the special person in your life loves hearts and flowers, then by all means, gift them hearts and flowers. But, if your other half likes things a little bit different, why dot go for a quirky gift this Valentines Day.

I’ve had a super fun time scouting through the Xwalker catalogue for the cutest and quirkiest gifts I could find. I love them all…I guess I do know how to love after all.

1. No Season Solar System Phone Case, Edie Parker; 2. Gone Bananas Statement Earrings, Elizabeth Cole; 3. Adalyn Owl Leather Bifold Wallet, Kate Spade New York; 4. So Cute Decorative Pillow, Madura; 5. Bulldog Slip On Sneaker, Soludos; 6. Mickey and Friends Minnie Mouse Character Heel Pump, Irregular Choice.

1. Sterling Silver Bird Pendant Long Necklace, Origami; 2. Flame Socks, Palm Angels; 3. Unicorn Intarsia Sweater, Coach; 4. Camo Print Scarf, Veronica Beard; 5. Hand Decorated Murano Glass Enamel-Capped Perfume Bottles, Due Zeta.

A little bit more original than chocolates and flowers, don’t you think? What would be your ideal quirky gift to receive for Valentine’s Day?

Christmas Gift Guide – Perfect Gifts for Pooches

We have a lot of love for our pets, and so we should. They love us unconditionally, provide hours of entertainment, and know just when to give us a lovely furry cuddle. Dogs really are man’s best friend, so they too deserve something special at christmas. Luckily for us, Xwalker have plenty of doggy delights that will set your best friend’s tail wagging like crazy on Christmas morning.

Here is a choice selection…

1. Dog Treats Peanut Butter, Newman’s Own Organics; 2. Dri-Tech Rope Dog Toy Chicken Scent, Playology; 3. Original Dog Treats, 40 oz., Milk Bone; 4. Black Leather Spike Dog Collar, Bond & Co.; 5. Captain Phasma Rope Wrap Dog Toy, Star Wars; 6. Tough Turtle Dog Toy, Leaps & Bounds; 7. Hol-EE Roller Dog Toy, JW Pet; 8. Senior Kong Dog Toy, Kong; 9. Ski Parka Dog Coat, Pet Life.

 

We also have Christmas gift guides for women and men, here on the blog, if you are not yet lucky enough to have a dog in your life.