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Valentine’s Day has always been a day of love, but this year, it hits differently. You’re engaged! That little ring on your finger isn’t just a symbol of love, it’s proof that you and your person are in it for the long haul. It’s your last Valentine’s Day before you officially say “I do”, or maybe it’s your first one celebrating with the title fiancé(e). Either way, this Valentine’s Day deserves to be extra special, and we’re here to help make it just that.
From dreamy date ideas to meaningful gifts, plus a little extra love for your bridal party, here’s how to make this Valentine’s Day one for the books.
Date Night Ideas for Engaged Couples
Sure, you could do the classic dinner and flowers thing, but this is the year to elevate your plans! You’re in this magical pre-wedding stage where love feels even more exciting, so why not make the most of it?
1. Recreate Your First Date
Take a trip down memory lane and relive the night that started it all. Go back to the restaurant where you first had dinner, watch the same movie, or even wear the same outfit (if it still fits, wedding stress snacks are real). Bonus points if you write each other a little note about what that first date meant to you then versus now.
2. Plan a Surprise Wedding-Related Date
Hear us out, wedding planning can be stressful, but there are some parts that are actually fun! Use Valentine’s Day as an excuse to cross off a cute task on your to-do list, like:
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A cake tasting (who says you need an official appointment? Find a bakery and treat yourselves).
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A DIY vow-writing session over wine and dessert.
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A dance lesson to practice your first dance (or just an excuse to hold each other close).
3. Go on a Weekend Getaway
With wedding planning in full swing, you deserve a break. Whether it’s a cozy cabin in the woods or a quick city escape, taking time away from seating charts and budget spreadsheets will do wonders for your relationship. Can’t swing an overnight trip? A day trip somewhere scenic works too!
4. Write Each Other Love Letters for Your Wedding Day
Picture this: on your wedding morning, instead of scrambling to write something last-minute, you already have a heartfelt love letter ready to go. Take Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to sit down, reflect, and write something truly special for your partner to open on the big day.
The Perfect Valentine’s Day Gifts for Your Fiancé(e)
Your first (or last) engaged Valentine’s Day calls for something a little more thoughtful than gas station chocolate. Here are some meaningful gifts that will make them swoon:
1. A Custom Wire Hanger for the Big Day
Imagine how stunning their wedding dress or suit will look on a personalized hanger with their new last name! Bride and Bow’s custom wire hangers make the perfect keepsake, something they can use on the wedding day and cherish forever. Plus, it makes for some seriously aesthetic getting-ready photos.
2. A Personalized Ring Box
You already have the ring, but where do you keep it when it’s not on your finger? A Bride and Bow ring box is the perfect way to keep that sparkler safe in style. Choose a box that fits your wedding aesthetic, whether it’s classic, rustic, or vintage-inspired.
3. A Scrapbook or Memory Book
Create a mini scrapbook of your love story so far, from the moment you met to the engagement. Leave some blank pages at the end for wedding and honeymoon memories! This is a sentimental gift they’ll treasure forever.
4. A ‘Just in Case’ Wedding Emergency Kit
Every bride (and groom!) needs a Just in Case Kit for their wedding day. Fill a cute bag with essentials like safety pins, stain remover, mints, and tissues, because let’s be real, there will be happy tears.
5. A Wedding Countdown Calendar
Build the excitement with a countdown calendar leading up to the big day! You can DIY one with cute notes and mini gifts or find a pre-made one that lets you check off the days until forever.
Don’t Forget Your Bridesmaids: Galentine’s Day Ideas!
Valentine’s Day isn’t just about your fiancé(e), it’s also a perfect excuse to show your bridesmaids some love! After all, they’ve been your biggest hype squad through all the wedding chaos.
1. Host a Galentine’s Day Brunch
Whip up some mimosas, stack some heart-shaped pancakes, and celebrate your favorite girls. You could even add a fun DIY element like decorating cookies or making vision boards for the year ahead.
2. Give Them a Thoughtful Gift
Want to surprise your bridesmaids with something special? Bride and Bow’s custom wire hangers make the perfect gift to keep their dresses looking picture-perfect on the big day. Bonus: they double as a keepsake long after the wedding!
3. Have a Spa Night
Face masks, fluffy robes, and a rom-com marathon, need we say more? Sometimes, the best way to celebrate love is with self-care and your best friends by your side.
Making the Most of This Special Season
With all the excitement leading up to the wedding, it’s easy to get caught up in checklists and to-dos. But Valentine’s Day is a great reminder to slow down, soak it all in, and just enjoy being engaged.
Whether you’re planning a romantic date night, exchanging meaningful gifts, or celebrating with your bridesmaids, this Valentine’s Day is all about love, the kind that brought you here in the first place.
And if you’re looking for the perfect wedding-ready gifts, check out Bride and Bow’s collection of custom hangers, ring boxes, and keepsakes, because your love story deserves something just as special.
Happy Planning - Bride and Bow
Written by Katrina Bellman, KB Digital