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A holiday centered around love, Valentine’s Day tends to have a level of romance surrounding it. While many people rush to buy gifts of flowers and chocolate, you can also get into the spirit by decorating your space or the space of someone you love with these romantic decor ideas!
This post goes over some decoration ideas that add to the romantic aura of the holiday. Valentine’s Day while typically associated with romantic love, also overlaps with our friendships and those we consider to be family. The decoration ideas we’ve come up with extend past the romantic and can double as decor if you’re celebrating with friends or family as well!
Whether you’re celebrating your romantic relationship, your friendships, or with loved ones, you can make it an occasion with lovely Valentine’s Day themed decor that doesn’t have to revolve around the typical hearts or red and pink colors. These decoration ideas are easily purchased or easy DIY, something to add to your home for the day all about love.
Candles
Candles are a classic romantic decor idea for Valentine’s Day. However, don’t be fooled, candles are always a great decorating choice for your space no matter the occasion!
Both these sets exude the love based energy of Valentine’s Day. Place them around your living room, bedroom, or even your bathroom to spread the Valentine’s Day spirit through out your space!
The rose petal candle set is perfect for a more romantic setting while the rose and heart carved candles are perfect for your space, no matter if the intention is one of romance or not.
Flowers
For many, flowers are a Valentine’s Day staple. It’s arguably the biggest day of the year for florists. Whether you’re shopping for real or fake flowers, they’ll add something special to your home.
The set of silk rose petals makes for a quick and easy way to decorate for a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner or gathering. If you’re going for a bouquet, roses are a classic choice!
Handmade Hearts
If you’re feeling adventurous and crafty, make these handmade heart garlands! All you’ll need is red or pink felt or construction paper, your choice, and some twine or yarn. Cut out your hearts and attach them to the string of your choice with hot glue, staples, or safety pins.
If you’re less inclined to DIY this, then feel free to buy some variation of a heart garland. The handmade nature of the hearts feels intimate and can be strung up any which way in your home.
Streamers & Garland
For something more festive, consider a streamers and garland set like this one. It’s perfect for a Valentine’s Day party or dinner. You’ll have plenty of options to work with and can place them throughout your house in whichever way you see fit.
Table Runner
For those hosting a party, dinner, or simply want to get into the spirit of Valentine’s Day, a table runner is a great option.
A simple decor piece, it can be added to your dining table, changing the tone of your dining room and stepping it up for the holiday.
Photographs & Cards
If you’re sentimental and want to double your decor as a gift, consider a set of fairy lights that double as a photo holder.
Show off your love to your partner, friends, or family by pinning up photos, cards, or handwritten notes from throughout the years or the time you’ve known them. The lighting will make your home feel all the more cozy and the photos will add a personal and memorable touch.
Add Color
Like every holiday, Valentine’s Day has its associated colors: reds and pinks. If you’re unsure how to decorate, no worries, go down the color route. Go crazy in buying all red or all pink decor or a mix of both!
A set of red decor pieces will be an easy and hassle free way to decorate for Valentine’s Day. Nothing exudes romantic love like red and pink.
Wreaths
A more understated way of getting into the decorating spirit of Valentine’s Day is putting up wreaths! Add a heart shaped wreath or a red wreath to your front door or other doors in your house. It’ll be a lovely and simple touch.
Balloons
For the party goers and the balloon lovers, save yourself the hassle and consider buying a balloon set online! It’ll come with everything you need and give you the creative freedom to decorate your space with balloons, hearts, and rose petals how you see fit.
Signs
If you’re like me and want to decorate for the entire month, signs are an easy way to do so. Add small hooks to the doors in your house and hang up themed signs. It’ll get you in the spirit for Valentine’s Day and add a nice touch to your home.
Tiered Tray
A nice tiered tray is the perfect way to show off for the holidays in your kitchen. You can add items and decorate it how you see fit! This one is perfect for Valentine’s Day.
Throw Pillows
To spice up your living room or bedroom, add themed throw pillows! They’re incredibly cute and a lovely touch for your space.
Candy
If you love chocolate or have a sweet tooth, Valentine’s Day comes right up behind Halloween. Give yourself the excuse to have candy out in February by placing candy in cute heart bowls or red and pink candy holders for guests (and yourself).
Mason Jars
Mason Jars are a classic and easy way to decorate for holidays. Whether they’re color themed, decorated with hearts, or holding flowers or candy, they’re a perfect decor piece to add to your home.
Easily placed in the kitchen, living room, or bedroom. It’ll brighten up your space with the Valentine’s Day spirit.
Lighting
Candles go a long way on Valentine’s Day, but lighting in general is crucial no matter the holiday or the space. If you really want to elevate the energy for the holiday, consider buying some red or pink Christmas lights.
They’ll change the tone of your room and make a fun decor piece!
Window & Mirror Stickers
Get stickers or clings for your windows and mirrors at home! It’s an easy and adorable way to greet guests or even make yourself smile in the mornings when you’re getting ready for a busy day ahead.
Music
While less of a physical decorating piece, music is everything during the holidays. Play some romantic tunes for you and your partner on Valentine’s Day to spread the love.
A record player makes for a great decor piece in the living room or your bedroom, so consider getting one for the holiday!
No matter who you’re celebrating with or how you choose to celebrate, we hope these romantic decor ideas have given you some inspiration this Valentine’s Day
