Cute and Budget-Friendly Ideas for Your First Valentine's Day as a Married Couple

Love is in the air, ladies!

Valentine’s Day is only a few days away and if you’re a last-minute planner, don’t worry about coming up with a grand gesture. A trip to the Caribbean or an expensive dinner at your dream restaurant is always a nice surprise, but you don’t have to break the bank to make your partner feel special! If you’ve just had your dream wedding, you want to make that first Valentine’s Day together as a married couple noteworthy and romantic, but you’re probably still facing the monetary aftermath of such a big affair. Luckily, this holiday isn’t about the gifts and how much money you spend on your partner. As the saying goes, it’s the thought that counts, and here at LVB, we’re all about all things awesome and affordable. So, if you’re feeling stuck on how to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year, we’ve listed five budget-friendly ways you can show your love!

Scavenger Hunt

Set up a scavenger hunt for your partner. It can be something you do together or agree to set up the route for the other person. Either way, you can make it adventurous where you create a route based on all of the significant spots of your relationship, leaving cute notes in each place. If you want to keep it more intimate, you can set up a scavenger hunt in your home, leaving notes or little gifts for your partner to find, setting up a “final spot” with some rose petals and maybe a champagne toast!

Romantic Dinner At Home

Who says you have to go out to dress up? If you want to have a romantic dinner but can’t afford a fancy restaurant, create a romantic ambiance yourself. Set up a candlelight dinner, create a personalized playlist for the evening, and put away any technology distractions. Pro-tip: cook your meal and set the table before you put on your Valentine’s outfit -- you don’t want to accidentally drop pasta sauce on your ensemble.

Plan Your Own Photo Shoot

If you don’t have a close friend who would take photos of you and your partner for free, all you need is a smartphone with a self-timer and a stand to hold it up. Set up a fun backdrop, some rose petals, balloons, and props in the comfort of your own home. You can channel your inner ANTM spirit or get silly with your spouse! These photos can just be for your enjoyment, or you can post them on social media. Either way, this is a great way to spend time with your partner in a creative way, and you’ll always have a token of your first Valentine’s Day as a married couple.

Hike to a Picnic Spot

For our adventurous, nature-loving couples, hiking with your partner to the ultimate picnic spot can be extremely romantic. If you take the hike in the late afternoon, you can reach your destination as the sun is getting ready to set -- hello golden hour, and dinner under the stars! Bring along a small picnic basket with your favorite foods and drink of choice, it’s also cold this time of year, so make sure to bundle up and bring a comfy blanket to wrap yourselves together in!

Recreate Your First Valentine’s Day Together

If you’re stumped on what to do for your partner on Valentine’s Day, make it easy for yourself and recreate the first time you spent the holiday together. Whether that was a trip to the drive-in theater or a day at the beach, it will make your partner so happy to know you remember how it all started. If you want to get sentimental, you can create a scrapbook as a present, of not only your first Valentine’s Day together, but your entire relationship leading up to your marriage.

Surprise your partner with one of these budget-friendly activities on Valentine’s Day or share this with a friend who is looking for some fun, romantic date night ideas! Plan on getting married on this holiday next year? Browse our collection of wedding gowns that include romantic details perfect for a day dedicated to love!

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