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Valentine's Day may be a Hallmark holiday, or worse yet, a government-sanctioned economy booster, but for many women, it's a much needed confirmation of your love. Or, an excuse to get some really dope gifts. Either or, really.
But thanks to the less-than-discerning gift-giving skills of men everywhere, it's mostly neither. Sure, you put "thought" into it, but you can only take your good intentions so far.
If you show up with one of these gifts, she may put some "thought" into breaking up with you. And, really, we wouldn't blame her.
Think twice before showing up with these: 25 Struggle Valentine's Day Gifts.
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Imitation Perfume
What, was Duane Reade out of Taylor Swift's signature fragrance?
Costume Jewelery
A green finger is not what you want her to remember you by.
A Yankee Candle
This isn't what she meant when she said "burning desire."
An E-Card
You send her e-cards everyday. They're called text messages.
A Knock-Off Purse
You know what those LV's stand for? Losing Valentine's Day. That's what you just did.
Russell Stover Chocolates
Nothing expresses the very few shits you give like drug store chocolates.
A Calendar Personalized With Photos of You
She doesn't even know if she wants to keep you around until March. Don't push it.
A Beanie Baby
These were barely cool in the sixth grade. TY, but no thank you.
Oral Sex Numbing Spray
There's a right way to get want you want, and a wrong way. This is clearly the latter.
Love Coupons
Redeem a coupon for stuff you should be giving her anyway? Nah.
A Visit to an Hourly Motel
On the fly, maybe. As a romantic gesture, not so much.
Carnations from the Corner Store
This isn't her first recital, bro. At least spring for the lilies.
A Gym Membership
Guess who's not getting laid tonight?
Conversation Hearts
Is there one that reads "Letz End This"?
A Stuffed Animal
Just say no to forcing her to showcase your shabby bear on her bed like she's 10.
Pizza Hut Perfume
If eau de pepperoni really gets you going, ruining Valentine's Day is the least of your worries.
Any Household Items
You should aim to say I love you, not, I love the way you clean our apartment.
Socks
Not even an anecdote about how her feet are always cold will save you.
Drug Store Sex Toys
There's nothing sexy about convenience.
Romantic Mugs
The last thing she wants to see is your mug on her mug.
A Candy Bra
Go for an edible arrangement instead.
Fake Roses
Love should last forever, roses shouldn't.
Olive Garden Gift Certificate
Nothing says love like an endless basket of breadsticks.
Nothing
Better than socks, we guess.
