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5 Last Minute Valentine's Day Gift Ideas

Hey West Orange residents, need some last minute ideas for that special guy or gal in your life? Check out the list below.

 

So, you've been busy and that perfect Valentine's Day gift for your significant other just didn't work out — couldn't get it delivered in time or roses just won't cut it this year.

Never fear Patch is here. We've put together a little list to help out. Check it out below.

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And if you have any good last minute ideas, that you've picked up in the past, add them in the comments.

GIFTS FOR HIM

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1. SOMETHING TO WARM UP HIS COLD WINTER NIGHTS

Consider a fine sipping liquor for your gentleman. Total Wine & More can recommend something great, including old favorites or new finds.

2. THE WAY TO A MANS HEART…

Why cook? Head over to Cut, 4Sixty6's new steakhouse. Check out Patch's reviewbefore you decide. 

3. IF NOT DINNER ... WHY NOT DESSERT

Maybe he has a favorite dish he wants you to cook. Doesn't mean you can go down to Cold Stone Creamery and get some late night ice cream together. 

4. CARS

Sneak his car down to West Orange Car Wash and surprise him with some shiny rims after the recent snow storm. 

5. SOMETHING TECHY 

Get him a cool gadget from Brookstone in the Mall at Short Hills. 

GIFTS FOR HER

1. A NICE BOTTLE OF RED

Total Wine & More is stocked with a large variety of imported and domestic wines and hosts tastings so shoppers can sample products before making purchases.

2. DINNER AND A MOVIE DATE NIGHT

Why go out on a cold winter’s night? Instead surprise her with a romantic movie date at AMC Essex Green Cinema. Check out their schedule for upcoming films.

3. DINNER AND A MUSICAL

Take advantage of New Jersey's People's Choice Award winner for residents favorite play to see a musical that's only a few miles away. Get tickets for a Paper Mill Playhouse show and tell her you'll try the food at its new restaurant, The Carriage House

4. GET HER NAILS DONE 

Schedule an appoint at Royal Nails in Essex Green so she can get that mani-pedi she's been wanting. 

5. GO TRADITIONAL.

Hallmark has all the traditional Valentine's Day chocolates and goodies. 

Above all, remember: it's truly the thought that counts!


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