Romantic ideas are not limited to calling FTD. Contrary to the hype, most women consider a dozen roses to be the romantic equivalent of a yawn.

True romance is about showing the woman you love that you know her and have taken the time to consider her needs, desires, and preferences. To be truly romantic, you have to get creative and put on your thinking cap.

Creativity Counts

The romantic ideas that truly let her know how much you love her are those that are inspired by something that has meaning for her, or even better, has meaning for you both. The connection can be anything from the color of her eyes or the sweater she was wearing the first time you saw her to the birthstone that symbolizes the moment that you met. Giving her something tangible, however small, is an easy way to add lasting meaning to a date, occasion or thought. In fact, the best gifts are those that mark no particular occasion, because those are the gifts that are unexpected and spontaneous -- two more key factors in inspiring romance.

Romance with a Flourish

To make a romantic gift even more romantic, put a little extra thought into how and when you present it. Everything counts, from how it is wrapped to what you say when you give it. If the gift has been chosen with care, let her know why it made you think of her. This will let her remember that she is loved and cherished as she wears your gift for many years to come.