What NOT to buy your other half: Women reveal worst ever Valentine's Day presents from bathroom scales to a live tarantula
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With Valentine's Day quickly approaching, many men and women will be asking themselves one big question - what should I get my other half?
But while some lovers will settle on a romantic present that their partner will adore, others will undoubtedly be less fortunate in their choice.
From a tin of beans or bathroom scales to a live tarantula, there are some gifts you should perhaps steer clear of when hitting the high street.
A poll last year revealed some of the worst ever presents received by women on February 14 - from the questionable to the downright bizarre.
Scroll down for the top 20 'worst' Valentine's Day gifts
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While one female admitted to getting a plastic sheep from her partner, another said she was left disappointed by an ironing board cover.
A third woman described how she was given some bathroom scales - and a fourth said she received a single tea bag from her loved one.
Other badly-chosen gifts include a wheelbarrow, a screwdriver set, a desk tidy, a car frost cover, a tyre pump and a watering can fitting.
And one woman even received a sausage roll.
The poll, by Beaverbrooks the Jewellers , found that 56 per cent of women have been disappointed by a partner’s efforts on Valentine’s Day.
This compares to just 25 per cent of men.
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Female participants described how their dream gifts include jewellery, flowers, chocolate or a romantic night out.
However, many admitted they have been less than impressed with a partner's efforts to buy them the perfect gift in the past.
More than one in five women said they have previously resorted to organising their own Valentine’s date, or even buying their own card or present.
This was because they knew their loved one wouldn’t put in the effort, the poll found.
And they may have been right to do so - with 23 per cent of men admitting they have completely forgotten to get their partner a card or gift in the past.
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A staggering 46 per cent of men, meanwhile, revealed they often leave Valentine's Day card- and present-buying until the last minute.
Lorna Haddon, diamond ring and jewellery buyer at Beaverbrooks , said last year: “For many couples, Valentine’s Day is an important event in the calendar and can be a great excuse to enjoy a rare date night together.
“But judging by some of the stories, it’s no wonder women are taking matters into their own hands when it comes to Valentine’s Day planning – from picking the perfect gift to booking their own ‘surprise’ celebrations.
“Choosing a special gift can be a daunting experience, which is why we are always on hand to help clueless partners pick something that will really mean something to their other half – and help win them some serious brownie points on the big day.”
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The study, of 2,000 people, found women are most likely to be left disappointed after not receiving a card from their other half, followed by a partner simply not putting in much effort or getting them a present.
A loved one forgetting about the day altogether, or not being taken out for the evening, were also causes of disappointment for females.
Top 20 worst Valentine's Day gifts, according to the poll