Valentine’s Day is a notoriously difficult holiday for gift-giving. The equation for the perfect gift is endlessly variable — and changes along with every shift in relationship status. We’ve picked a gift for every stage of a relationship,

Valentine’s Day is for lovers — but you don’t need a romantic soulmate to celebrate. Experts say the holiday is a chance to consider just how rich, diverse and beneficial every form of love is.

For a classic French manicure with a slight Valentine’s Day spin, go with pale pink polish topped with metallic red hearts. With a translucent base adorned with tiny hearts, your V-Day set can look like a mini work of art. The micro French design looks fab on short nails — especially when topped with a metallic glaze finish.

If you’re shopping for a guy who seems like he already has everything he could want, these ideas can help you pick a one-of-a-kind gift he’ll love. Is your man a sports guy? An outdoor adventurer? A foodie?