The expert gave advice on choosing dates for Valentine's Day

For some, Valentine's Day is an occasion to say warm words to a loved one, for others it is a day of fuss, bookings and obsessive romance. To prevent the holiday from becoming a source of irritation, it is important to think about the format of the meeting and the gift in advance. Natalia Krasilnikova, PR director of the Mamba dating service, told Izvestia on February 11 where to go on this day.

According to her, the first thing to start preparing is to decide whether you want to spend the evening at home or go out into the city. The home format is suitable for those who are tired and want a calm atmosphere without queues and roads. In this case, the main thing is to figure out what to do together and how to create a special evening feeling. If the choice falls on a restaurant, a performance or an exhibition, it is important to take into account the situation, the opportunity to talk calmly, the convenience of logistics and the availability of a clear plan for the evening, as well as to check the booking conditions in advance.

Krasilnikova notes that romantic plans are often thwarted due to the mismatch of expectations and the additional stress that the holiday itself creates. One partner can count on a quiet conversation, the other on vivid impressions, and increased demand leads to deposits, special menus, and time limits. Therefore, the expert advises choosing places without unnecessary noise and queues and discussing in advance how you want to see this evening.

"If plans change at the last moment, it's important to stay calm and have a backup scenario. Small personal tokens of attention — a message before a meeting, a note, a playlist, or a favorite dessert on the way — often help relieve tension and restore a sense of intimacy. Such small things work better than any formal gestures," the expert emphasized.

The choice of a gift deserves special attention. Krasilnikova advises avoiding purchases "on the machine" and items with hidden overtones, such as those related to appearance, everyday life or a hint of changes in a person. It's much safer to rely on your partner's daily habits, hobbies, and plans for the next month, adding a personal detail that only the two of you can understand.

At the same time, the holiday scenario and gift format depend on the stage of the relationship. At the beginning of communication, it is better to choose a short meeting in a quiet place and limit yourself to a small sign of attention. In long—term couples, it's easier to make plans around your partner's favorite places and habits, and in a difficult period, avoid difficult conversations and spend the evening as calmly as possible.

"On Valentine's Day, the most important thing is not the ideal scenario, but the feeling of support and comfort next to a loved one. The calm format, attention to detail and willingness to make changes help to spend this day without unnecessary stress," Krasilnikova emphasized.

On February 9, SOKOLOV Category Director Taisiya Iznova spoke about popular Valentine's Day gifts. According to her, today's leaders include products with precious stones, primarily diamonds and tanzanites, as well as delicate, delicate hearts made of gold: classic models with cubic zirconia or graphic versions without inserts. Hearts are still the most stable symbol of love in 2026. Models with colored precious and semi-precious stones, as well as crystals, are especially in demand. A special place is occupied by branded hearts with tanzanites, a stone that many associate with the great love story from the movie Titanic.

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