We have become so accustomed to the idea that, Valentine’s day is and should be about being in a relationship and that leaves us feeling unloved and hating the day. Valentine’s day is about celebrating love and that love does not necessarily have to be within a relationship. So if you are not part of a couple enjoy the day celebrating the things that you love, your family, friends, your pets or just the everyday things in life that puts a smile on your face.

Love is about many things but I believe that the most important element of love is to love ourselves because if we do not love ourselves first how can we be open to receive the love of others.

We can celebrate our love by spending time with our girlfriends, spoiling ourselves with that special item we have been saving up for, buying our favourite flowers, lipstick or perfume.

So this valentine’s day lets love ourselves by feeling gorgeous and taking care of ourselves first.

Gift yourself with your favourite flowers there is nothing like fresh flowers to brighten up a space and put a smile on our face.

Pamper your self

We all lead such busy lives and our mind is constantly racing with what not to do and ticking of the things on our daily “to do” list that taking time out for ourselves is usually not on our list. So make this valentine’s day a pamper day.

The Spa of the world range from the Body Shop includes bath milk, creams, massage oil and exfoliates for a relaxing and revitalizing spa experience. Available @ www.thebodyshop.co.uk 

Put on your pretties’ dress

A new dress will instantly lift your mood and knowing that you look good will make you feel great and more confident to take on anything the day brings.

Dress available @ www.debenhams.com 

Feeling sexy is not always about showing skin, but just wearing sexy lingerie can make you feel sensual. Love yourself and feel gorgeous in beautiful lingerie.

Boux Avenue Valentines collection available @ www.bouxavenue.com

Lastly make a list of all the things you are grateful for and that you love about yourself.

Gold foil print notebook available @ www.primark.com 

And remember you do not have to rely on others to make you feel loved and gorgeous So love and celebrate YOU this valentine’s day.