The Cost of Courtship: How Much Do You Spend on Valentine’s Day?

Posted on February 10th, 2011

They say money can’t buy love, but it seems that’s exactly what we try to do each year when Valentine’s Day comes around. We’re not talking about a few greeting cards or chocolates here and there, either. Valentine’s Day has grown into a multi-billion dollar industry. That’s right, billion.

If you have never stopped to consider how much money you’ve basically thrown away over the years on frivolous Valentine’s gifts, perhaps the data in the graphic below will bring you to your senses. If you’re looking for ways to save money in 2011, try skipping the box of chalky heart candies this year and find a better use of your funds.

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