Valentine’s gift guide for grown-ups

Awww. Look at that cutesy wutesy cuddly Valentine’s bunny wunny with ‘I wuv you’ stitched on its belly.

Get a grip. What are you, 12? There’s more to Valentine’s Day than a box of chocolates and a ‘Be Mine’ teddy bear. So this year, ditch the cuddly toys and cheesy romantic gestures in favour of some adult only fun with these sexy gifts ideas.

Soap up

Bathtime isn’t all about loofahs and rubber ducks, you know. It’s also an essential part of a sexy night in… for a while at least. Because there’s nothing sexy about bath-wrinkled fingers and toes. Why not then give your partner the gift of some truly indulgent bath time with some gorgeously decadent bath products; a sure fire way to get you both in the mood for lovin’. Here are just a few of our favourite bath time treats:
Laura Mercier Crème Brulee Honey Bath, £31, John Lewis
Agent provocateur Bubble Luscious bath foam, £25, Agent Provocateur
Philosophy Celebrate Love Shower and Bath Gel, £14, John Lewis

Food of love

Whether you’ve built up an appetite before leaving the house, or you’re saving *ahem* dessert for when you get home, going out for a meal as a couple is a Valentine’s cliché for a reason. Playing footsy under the table, feeding eachother over it, gradually getting sloshed on expensive wine… you get the picture. Why not turn the excitement up a notch with a discreet, remote controlled sex toy, giving the man the opportunity to pleasure his partner while she dines in public. Try the Ann Summers Radio Love Vibrating Egg, £35.

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Dirty Dancing

What could be sexier than getting down and dirty on the dancefloor with your partner? There’s loads going on over Valentine’s weekend in every part of the country – from Simian Mobile Disco in Manchester to Judge Jules at the MOS in London, and Filth’s 4th Birthday Party in Leeds, there’s a party going on in a city near you. See a full list of events in your area here at Skiddle’s events guide.

Playtime

Let’s face it. With our busy lifestyles, things can all too often become all work and not enough… play. So what better excuse than Valentine’s Day to stock up the toy chest and give eachother some serious attention. Sex toys make a fantastic Valentine’s gift – and forget the cheap and tacky – because with a rise in erotic, classy sex toys aimed at women, there are plenty of gorgeous toys on the market that would look equally at home on the mantelpiece as in the bed. For a reeeally indulgent Valentine’s treat, may we suggest the following:
Lelo soraya vibrator – 'the world’s most beautiful dual action vibrator' £133, Coco-de-Mer / Jimmy Jane Gold Vibrator - Made famous by Kate Moss, this gold plated luxury toy from American company Jimmy Jane is known as the iPod of vibrators and comes in at around £220. Jimmy Jane / At Myla you’ll find a range of stylish sex toys, from the ergonomically designed ‘Spoon’ at £59 to the  Silver Hallmark toy at £250, which comes in its own presentation case.

Naughty Nights

The ultimate in sexy Valentine’s experiences, hiring a luxury hotel room for the night and locking yourselves away with a bottle of Champagne, some sexy lingerie and whatever else takes your fancy, is an indulgent way to celebrate the most romantic evening of the year. You’ll find an incredible range of luxury hotels in our hotel guide, but be quick; rooms for Valentine’s weekend are booking up fast!

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Luscious Lingerie

Underwear is always a popular Valentine’s choice. Why? Because it’s a gift for her… and also for him. Everyone’s a winner. But come on, this is Valentine’s Day. So we’re not talking Primark here. Push the boat out and get her something truly special that’ll make her feel extra sexy; and you’ll no doubt be rewarded in turn. Not sure where to start? Here are just a few of our favourite places for luxury – and ever so naughty - lingerie:

Agent Provocateur

Fleur

Coco-de-Mer

Myla

Image: Agent Provocateur 2011