Romantic Ideas

3 Low-cost date night ideas

Jessica Padykula — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 10:36:00 -0700

Date night doesn't have to mean shelling out more cash than you're comfortable with. If you're currently in saving mode and your credit cards need time to breathe after a serious bout of spending, there are a few low-cost options to consider. But cutting back on spending doesn't have to mean boring. We've put together some fun, frisky yet frugal ideas for your next date night.

Date ideas for any occasion: Romantic, creative & budget-friendly

Alison Bills — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 09:14:00 -0800

Just call us cupid's little helpers! The SheKnows Love Experts have gathered up some of their very best and most creative date ideas, and made it their mission to ease the pressure of always falling into the dinner and a movie trap . Whether you're looking for a romantic rendezvous that you'll always remember, or just aiming to get out of the house for some budget-friendly quality time together, we have you covered!

Low-key Valentine’s Day date ideas

Kori Ellis — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 07:42:00 -0800

Congratulations, you are seeing someone new! Now, what are your Valentine's Day plans? We have some ideas to keep things low-key on this romantic holiday.

Best beauty trends for spring

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 17:56:00 -0800

With winter winding down , it’s time to bust out some brand new beauty trends for a new season. We’ve been keeping an eye on what’s new, and here we share our top picks for getting pretty this spring.

Say yes to stylish, romantic fashions

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 12:00:00 -0800

Forget heart-shaped pendants and sickly shades of pink. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, we’ve rounded up some cute but fashion-conscious items perfect for showing off on Valentine's Day or any other romantic night.

Worst Valentine's Day gifts

Kori Ellis — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 11:58:00 -0800

We talked to 20 women about Valentine's Day about the gifts that they have received of the years. Print out this list of the worst Valentine's Day gifts and give it to your husband or boyfriend to give him a clue about what you don't want.

10 Budget date night ideas

Kori Ellis — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 16:32:00 -0800

With the pressure from work, kids and everything else in your life, you might not spending enough quality time with your husband. To keep the romance alive, you should plan a date night at least once a month. Date night doesn't have to be expensive to be rewarding. Check out these 10 fabulous budget date night ideas that won't break the bank.

12 Alternative Valentine's Day ideas

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 06:28:00 -0800

So you’re not the flowers, chocolates and candlelit dinner type. Not everyone is. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have some fun together on February 14th. We’ve come up with some ideas for an out-of-the-box Valentine’s Day.

Staying in on Valentine's Day

Kori Ellis — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 06:01:00 -0800

You don't have to spend a fortune on a fancy dinner and inexpensive gifts to enjoy Valentine's Day with your spouse. Stay in this year and have a romantic time at home.

Romantic Thanksgiving date ideas

Margeaux Baulch Klein — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 10:00:00 -0800

A lot of people believe that Thanksgiving isn't Thanksgiving unless you spend it stuffing yourself silly with food, surrounded by annoying uncles and aunts. But for couples without children or whose families are far away, Thanksgiving can be a wonderful opportunity to spend some romantic time together without distractions. So skip all of the stress this Thanksgiving and plan a special day for just the two of you with one of the ideas below.

4 Things men want on the first date

Kori Ellis — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 08:00:00 -0800

Women spend hours getting ready for a first date, trying to figure out what to wear and what to say. To help you out, we talked to several men who are actively dating to find out what they really want from a woman on the first date.

5 Unique date ideas

Kori Ellis — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 08:00:00 -0800

Variety is the spice of life. Tired of dinner and a movie? Check out these five unique date ideas from Laurie Davis, founder and CEO of the date coaching service eFlirt Expert.

Travel India: An Indian odyssey on camel back

Laura Keller — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 11:51:00 -0700

In the northwest region of India lies the colorful, desert state of Rajasthan. Known as the “Land of Kings,” it is home to a desert terrain marked with remnants of a rich and powerful past. Here the tinkle of sparkling bangles and silver anklets are hushed against the calls from sari vendors touting intricate fabrics. Weaving through the narrow alleyways of endless bazaars, you’ll find a sea of brilliantly colored turbans bobbing on camel back into the sandy horizon. It’s India at its best.

10 Fun 2-hour summer dates for Mom & Dad

Melissa Chapman — Mon, 03 May 2010 11:05:00 -0700

The last time you and your husband went out on a date that didn't include either toting a diaper bag and a cooler full of baby food, or sharing a vat of popcorn with your tween, was probably when you were deep in your courtship phase; a.k.a., before the kids came along. It's not that you don't love the fruit of your loins with every last bit of your heart -- but the truth is, you're craving some adult-only time where not a single sippy cup will be in sight and no one will be tugging on your sleeve that they're tired, bored or need to go potty.

16 Creative date ideas

Tristan Coopersmith — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 20:54:00 -0800

Ever found yourself in a verbal tennis match of "What do you want to do tonight?" ...only to end up at dinner and a movie? Well, this year, take a stand against the bore of standard dates like cocktails, coffee, a sporting event, bowling or a visit to the history museum -- none of which lead to can't-stop-thinking-about-it first dates or relationship re-ignition dates! Here are some super fun, creative date ideas that will have you dating outside the box.

10 Fun spring date ideas

Margeaux Baulch Klein — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 15:35:00 -0700

Flowers aren't the only things to bloom during the springtime, so there's no better time than the months of March, April, and May for a budding romance. Below are ten fun date ideas to look forward to this spring.

Top 10 eco-friendly dating tips

Julie Bielenberg — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 14:10:00 -0800

Keep it green with these 10 eco-friendly date ideas while hitting the town with your new guy or gal. Here are some eco-friendly dating strategies to aid the earth for your next date.

How to heat up the passion and romance

Marlene Montanez — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 11:57:00 -0800

So you've been dating awhile, but that doesn't mean you have to let all the excitement from the beginning fizzle on out. Don't let your relationship turn stale; there are plenty of sexy things to try and places to go to up the ante between you and your man. Here, a few ways to heat up the passion and romance in your relationship.

10 Hot winter date ideas

Margeaux Baulch Klein — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 14:24:00 -0800

The weather may be frightful outside, but that doesn't mean it has to dampen your spirits. Below are ten hot date ideas to look forward to this winter.

Unique first date ideas

Brie Gatchalian — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0700

What do a cup of coffee, a good meal, and a movie have in common? They commonly occur during first dates. Yawn! I don't know about you, but if I have to go on another boring dinner date or meet another stranger for a cup of coffee, I'll opt for a lifetime as an old maid. It's easy to do such banal things when you're first getting to know someone, but that routine can quickly get old. I need some fire. I want some excitement. I'd love to try something different.