A survey of over 750 single men and women by professional dating service It's Just Lunch debunks the myth of women being uptight flower-mongers and the men they're dating ambivalent tools, in the process illuminating just how mutual the holiday really is for many couples. Rather than the dude taking it upon himself to plan the special day, 54% believe that the couple should plan the date together. Flowers remained prevalent on the wish list--43% of men believed a bouquet to be the best Valentine's Day gift compared to the women's 30% (after which falls chocolate at 5.2%, and lingerie at 1.6%). In fact, a larger percentage of women said the best gift would be a certificate for an activity that both parties can enjoy together.
