Valentine’s Day is a fun and exciting occasion for so many of us that we hardly give our single friends a second thought. We are fairly quick to order fresh flowers and luxury chocolates for our partners or spouses but what about celebrating the love we have for our friends? It’s true, you might not have any romantic feelings for them, you can still show them that you care! If your friends are single, they might be feeling particularly lonely around this time of year.

If you are wondering how you can make a lonely friend feel better on this romantic day, there are a number of fantastic ideas. Remember, the most important thing is to show them that you care and keep your plans a secret so that they will be completely surprised!

It’s also good to remember that there are plenty of fantastic Valentine’s Day gifts that are perfect for a friend. Of course, there are a few gift ideas that you might want to skip like lingerie or anything particularly sexy. Instead, you should look for something like flowers, chocolates, a cuddly bear, and even a bottle of bubbly to brighten their mood.

Red roses are popular during this time of year but, since you don’t want to get too romantic, you might want to opt for something a little less romantic. Yellow roses are the symbol of friendship so this might be a better option. If you are not sure about flowers, a mixed bouquet is great for playing it safe.

Apart from flowers, there are also gift hampers that you could consider. While some gifts might have a romantic theme, others are far more neutral which makes them excellent for friends. Just think about what your friend enjoys like cheese and wine, chocolates, or even a pamper hamper. If you put their preferences first, the gift will definitely be a hit!

Finally, even though you might have something planned with your Valentine, you might be able to start a different tradition with your friend. For example, you celebrate the 14th with your partner or spouse and spend the following day or evening with your friend. It’s the perfect way to give them something to look forward to on an otherwise rather lonely day.