Valentine's Day is all about love! These days we tend to express our love through gifts. But what are the most common? Here are the top 5 courtesy of
AOL:
- Candy (specifically chocolate) - The National Confectioners Association says as many as 40 million heart-shaped boxes of chocolate are sold each year.
- Greeting cards - According to the Greeting Card Association, 145 million cards are exchanged each Valentine's Day, and that's not counting all the valentines kids get at school.
- Going out - Many couples celebrate by seeing a show or eating out at a restaurant.
- Flowers - Red and pink roses tend to be the top pick for flowers this time of year, but tulips are also rising in popularity.
- Jewelry - Valentine's Day is the fourth most popular day to get engaged after Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve.