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No matter what your current relationship status may be, Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the wonderful feeling of love.
The holiday may have traditionally been associated with romantic love, but in 2025 Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples. You can use it as an excuse to shower your friends and even yourself with love!
If you’re not quite convinced, we encourage you to read on. We’ll be talking all about Valentine’s Day, from its history and evolution to celebration and gift ideas. Trust us when we say that it’s a holiday that deserves to be enjoyed by all.
The History Of Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is a holiday so deep-rooted that its exact origins are hard to pinpoint. Historians agree that it stems from both ancient Roman and Christian lore:
- The holiday was potentially named after Saint Valentine, a Roman priest from the third century. Valentine secretly married couples after the Emperor Claudius II outlawed marriage for young men, believing that single men made better soldiers.
- It’s also believed to be a christianized version of the pagan holiday Lupercalia. A celebration of fertility, one Lupercalia tradition was pairing up young men and women in hopes of encouraging marriage.
February 14th became linked to love and romance by the Middle Ages, when the first Valentine’s poems and letters began to appear.
By the 17th century, the Valentine’s traditions we partake in today started to become commonplace in Europe. Romantic partners and friends would exchange letters and small tokens of affection like chocolates, flowers, and jewelry. Handwritten letters were eventually replaced by cards in the 1900s, but the tradition of giving gifts that say “I love you” has endured.
The Evolution Of Valentine’s Day
Some Valentine’s traditions are still going strong to this day, like the sharing of cards and love notes, and the gifting of flowers and chocolate. The holiday is still synonymous with the colors red and pink, heart and cupid emblems, and classic blooms like roses.
But as societal norms regarding love and romance have evolved, so has the ultimate holiday of love. Once primarily targeted towards couples, Valentine’s Day is now a holiday that celebrates all forms of love: romantic, platonic, and self-love. It’s not just for couples anymore!
You can – and should – still celebrate even if you’re not in a relationship. Love is one of the most amazing things in the world, and it doesn’t have to look a specific way. If you’re looking for ways to celebrate beyond heart-shaped trinkets and romantic notes, we’ve got you!
Valentine’s Day Celebration Ideas
You don’t have to just book a fancy dinner! There are so many different ways you can celebrate with your romantic partner, your closest friends, or in your own company. Just make sure it’s an activity or plan that will add joy and love to your day. Here are some of our favorite ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day:
For couples …
Of course, you can end your day with a romantic meal, but if you want to beat the crowds (and cliches) there are so many other activities you can partake in. Use the day to foster a deeper connection by trying something new, visiting somewhere beautiful, or engaging in something creative.
- Have a romantic couples massage and/or spa day
- Make each other personalized playlists
- Take a creative class together, like painting or pottery
- Go for a scenic walk or drive
- Try a new sport or activity, like axe throwing or rock climbing
- Visit an art gallery or museum
- Watch live music together
- Take a cooking class
- Go to a comedy show
- Plan a day trip or have a staycation in a nice hotel in your city
- Go stargazing (if you can’t see stars in your city, there’s always the planetarium)
For friends …
Show your besties just how much they mean to you by planning an extra special activity. Maybe all you need is each other’s company, or maybe now is the time to book that trip you’ve always been talking about, plan that spa day, or be the host with the most by planning a themed gathering.
- Host a Galentine’s Day brunch
- Have a group spa or manicure/pedicure session
- Have a themed party
- Go for high tea
- Take a group road trip
- Have a wine tasting
- Host a charcuterie or fondue night
- Book a private karaoke room
For yours truly …
Don’t let this day spoil your mood if you’re single. Self-love is an incredibly important act, and what better day to engage in it than Valentine’s Day? Spend the day focusing on self-care and making yourself happy, or consider sharing your love with those in need.
- Go for a nature walk
- Have a spa day (at-home or at a physical spa)
- Spend the afternoon reading in a cozy nook
- Take yourself to the movies
- Engage in a creative project, like painting, writing, or playing music
- Visit an art gallery
- Treat yourself to a nice meal
- Volunteer at an animal shelter, community center, or care home
Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas
Traditional Valentine’s gifts are sweet, but roses wilt and chocolates disappear. Treat your beloved (or yourself) to something that’ll last well beyond February.
The Laifen Mini ticks all the boxes of a great Valentine’s gift: unexpected, practical, and cute!
Don’t let the size fool you. Despite being Laifen’s smallest model, it still provides powerfully effective hair care. The Mini gives the gift of more free time with its ultra fast 110,00 rpm brushless motor – tests prove that it dries hair faster than conventional hair dryers. It also promotes hair that’s irresistibly soft and smooth, featuring frizz-fighting ionic technology and temperature cycling to prevent damage.
Weighing just 299g, it’s 33% smaller and 27% lighter than other Laifen hair dryer models. It’s the ideal choice for avid travelers, beauty enthusiasts that might want to free up more space in their cupboards, and lovers of all things compact and efficient. If you’re planning a romantic getaway for Valentine’s, you’ll definitely want to add a Laifen Mini to your packing list!
For those that might prefer a bigger hair dryer or a model that comes with extra accessories like diffuser and concentrator nozzles, there are even more incredible deals to be found in Laifen’s Valentine sale. There’s the fan favorite Laifen SE, the Swift Special for styling pros, the SE Lite for those wanting a size between standard and mini, and the Swift Premium for luxury lovers.
Conclusion – How To Celebrate Valentine’s Day 2025
If you love love, Valentine’s Day is a holiday that deserves to be celebrated. It doesn’t matter if you’re single, in a relationship, or somewhere in between. The holiday has become so much more than an exchanging of love letters and flowers between couples – nowadays people are making it their own in so many different ways.
Whether you plan to celebrate with friends, a romantic partner, or you’re enjoying your own company, don’t forget to choose a gift that lasts. A Laifen hair dryer is a delightful little luxury that will give great hair days for years to come!
