It's time to put
away the doilies, candy hearts, teacups and glitter. Get ready to plan
a sweet (but not too sweet) date that you and your guy will both love. How do you make sure to have a cute, but not sappy, V-Day? Never fear,
our boy-approved date guide is here. Check out our 5 fab date ideas and
have your best V-Day yet.
Movie time
Instead of opting for the traditional Valentine's rom-com, branch
out and see something different, like an adventure film. Find a movie
you and your date both want to see. Bring some V-Day movie treats and
you're on your way to a sweet, successful outing. Worried about paying
for tix? Rent a movie instead and see if you can snag the living room
couch at your house or his. And don't forget that
V-Day candy.
Snap, crackle, pop
Enlist your guy's help to make a delish batch of Rice Krispie
treats. It's super fun and easy. All you need is crisped rice cereal, a
bag of marshmallows, margarine, a big bowl, a brownie dish and a
microwave. Look for recipe instructions on the box of cereal or the bag
of marshmallows. Put on some pink V-Day inspired sprinkles for a
finishing touch. Sample the treats before it's cooled completely and
get your hands all gooey. This is surely a recipe for a date you'll
both heart.
Take a hike
Sure, it's February and it's a little chilly, but grab your cutest
scarf and mittens and head out for a little nature hike. Your date will
love the V-Day trail mix you bring (just add pink and red M&M's to
your fave dried fruits and nuts) and you'll enjoy a breath of fresh air
with your cutie. If the nearest National Park seems a bit too
ambitious, try your local arboretum or even just a trail at the park.
Oh, and don't forget to stay close and hold hands. It'll keep you both
warmer.
Kissin' cam stars
Hit up a basketball game with your valentine. High school,
college and pro games can all be a blast. Get decked out to support
your fave team. Make it date night by grabbing a quick din before or
after. Who says V-Day can't be fun, sporty and casual? Bring along
some heart-shaped cookies for a halftime snack. No matter what happens
at the game, you'll surely come out a date-night-winner.
Bowling with the crew
Does just thinking about a one-on-one date make your heart skip a
beat, and not in a good way? Relax and take the pressure off with a
group hangout sesh. Invite a bunch of friends to go bowling with you
and your V-Day date. Make simple invites/ reminders by cutting hearts out
of construction paper and create an insta-party at the lanes when you
bring out a batch of pretty, homemade cupcakes. Get your flirt on in a
group setting and celebrate the day surrounded by lots of friends you
love.
BY KARIN ELWOOD ON 2/10/2013 9:00:00 AM
POSTED IN valentine's day, V-Day dates, guys, dating advice, GL's best guy advice, crush crash course, boyfriend Q & A, date