An Informal Guide to Having the Most Extra Valentine’s Day Ever

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Valentine’s Day is always riddled with grand romantic gestures, a lot of puns and just the right amount of candy. It’s a day where we can be as ridiculous as we want, claim it’s for love and no one bats an eye. This year, I’ve decided to take full advantage of the leniences of the holiday and make a list of Valentine’s Day ideas that are equal parts extra and delightful—because, you know, why not take advantage of the opportunity to have the most over-the-top February 14 ever?

Decorate your entire house, buy some lingerie, plan a socially-distanced outdoor brunch—create a Valentine’s Day that’s all about what you want it to be. If that means waiting until February 15 to buy half-off candy, do it. If it’s planning a wild and unique date night, that’s great, too. It’s your day, babe.

Regardless of your relationship status, Valentine’s Day should be fun. Whether you spend it with your partner of two years or your BFFs of 20 years, it’s the perfect time to do whatever makes you feel happy, sexy and, of course, extra. A holiday filled with red hearts, balloons, chocolates and flowers is truly an ideal situation if you allow yourself to lean into the spirit. Rid yourself of all the pressure that comes with Valentine’s Day and vow to just have some fun this year.

With that in mind, I’ve crafted an informal guide to having your most extra Valentine’s Day yet. Ahead, check out these V-day ideas sure to get you started on creating your perfect Valentine’s Day. Let’s! Get! Extra!

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Create the Perfect V-Day Charcuterie Board

Because everyone loves heart-shaped cheese.

Deck Yourself Out

These heart-shaped accessories are the perfect way to get a little extra this year.

Surround the Bed with Heart Balloons and Roses

Nothing says V-Day like a million balloons you can post on Instagram to show how much you’re loved.

Send Someone/Yourself a Fancy Giftbox

Treat yourself.

Make Valentine’s Day Hot Chocolate Bombs

Get in on this viral TikTok trend with festive pink hot cocoa drinks.

Go Camping Indoors

Twinkle lights are a must.

 Buy Some Valentine’s Day Pajamas

Wake up feeling festive AF.

Surprise Your Loved Ones with Affirmation Sticky Note Hearts

I’ll take 20 compliments to-go, please.

Be the Only One

Gift yourself (or bae) with Dolce & Gabbana’s top-rated fragrance and let the bottle’s message be your guiding mantra.

Put Up a Valentine’s Day Tree

Haven’t taken your Christmas tree down just yet? No worries.

Make V-Day Piñatas

Take out all your pent-up anger about your dumb ex on these piñatas! And after, there’s candy!

Get Heart Balloons Bigger than Your Head

And if a photoshoot happens, that’s just a total coincidence, right?

Make Fun of the Whole Holiday

Grab some pithy statement V-day cards and host an anti-Valentine’s Day party.

Host a Wine Tasting

What? You’re cultured.

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Buy Some Pins With Your Fave Heartthrobs on Them

Mine will just be 10 different pictures of Timothee Chalamet.

Give Your Lover a Thirsty AF Card

There’s no shame in asking for what you want this Valentine’s Day.

Dress Up Your Dogs

Dogs fall in love too!

Treat Yourself to Some New Lingerie

I have my eye on these lingerie pieces, but, you know, do you.

 Buy a Super Sexy New Dress

There’s no better way to be extra than dressing in a hot-ass Valentine’s Day ensemble.

A version of this story was originally published in 2017.