Do you remember how you once carved your name into everything you owned? A personalized item brings an added thrill of pleasure to a gift.


Things that Go Whirrr
Gadgets are everyone's favorite gifts. Get him a gizmo that's the latest in the market, then have it engraved with a secret message that only the two of you share. Give her a lovely music box that not only has a message from you but also plays her favorite tunes.

Magical Monograms
Monogrammed scarves, ties, shawls, throws, loungewear sets, robes, and towels...the list of gifts you can personalize is long. Anything you like can have monograms. Choose elegant fonts but be subtle. The only thing that can improve upon an elegant leather purse or a smart black briefcase is a discreetly embossed monogram of your love's initials.

Charm bracelets can spell her name, travel kits and golf shoe carriers can declare his.

Photo Power
Photographs are another way to personalize things. While she may not be too impressed with a t-shirt plastered with your grinning mug on it, you could have a photograph of that romantic sunset you shared enlarged and printed on a tee for her. She will cherish it just as much as the memory. Give her a locket with both your photos inside or a wallet that includes a photo of your entwined hands. Buy him a mini leather photo album, then add photos of his family, pals, and, of course, you.

Creative Notes
Think of novel ways and innovative messages. Gift an iPod with the message "Now you gotta dance to my tune" or monogrammed gardening gloves and mini-shovel with the words: "I dig for love."

Quote her favorite poet or his favorite author. Allude to a secret only the two of you share or declare your undying love for all to see.