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Dec 3, 2024

Ditch the Cheesy Cards: How to Write a Modern Valentine’s Message That Actually Slays

Two champagne flutes, filled with a light-colored beverage, are positioned in the foreground. They appear to be clinking or about to clink. The stems and bases of the glasses are visible. A garland of reddish-brown tinsel or similar material sits behind the glasses, partially obscuring a third, out-of-focus glass. In the background, a blurred cityscape at dusk or dawn is visible, with buildings silhouetted against a soft, reddish-pink sky. The light suggests a sunset or sunrise. The overall color palette is warm, with reds, golds, and soft pinks dominating. The scene suggests a celebratory or romantic occasion.

Valentine’s Day isn’t just roses and rhyming couplets anymore. Let’s be real – your boo deserves more than a generic “Roses are red…” snoozefest. Whether you’re crushing hard, celebrating years together, or just hyping your ride-or-die BFF, a modern V-Day message should feel as unique as your vibe. Spoiler: Emoji stickers, inside jokes, and zero cringe required. 💌

Modern Love in 2024: What’s Changed?
Gone are the days of stiff Hallmark prose. Today’s love notes thrive on authenticity (read: keep it weird). Think TikTok captions meets heartfelt text threads. Need inspo?

Humor > Cheese: Swap “You’re my soulmate” for “You’re the avocado to my toast – basic but essential.”

Inclusivity Wins: Celebrate platonic love, queer joy, or self-love. Valentine’s is for everyone.

Visual Flair: Deck your HLo Canvas card with 😂🔥🐶 stickers – because why say “I love you” when a dancing pickle emoji can?

2. Skip the Shakespeare, Speak Your Truth
Example 1 – For New Crushes:
“Okay, full disclosure: I Googled ‘how to flirt in 2024.’ Top result said ‘send memes and pray.’ So… [insert 🍩 + 💘 sticker here]. Coffee soon?”

A Canvas Card Valentine's Day card is being personalized with Canvas Card sticker packs. The surrounding craft materials indicate the various steps involved in further personalizing the card, from cutting and shaping paper to writing a message in addition to the use of templates or inspiration for the card's decoration

Example 2 – For Long-Term Partners:
“10 years in, and you still laugh at my trash puns. That’s true love. P.S. – You’re still paying for dinner. 💸❤️”

Example 3 – For Friends:
“Roses are red, tacos are fab, you’re my emergency contact – no takebacks. 💃🌮 #SquadGoals”

3. Pro Tip: Use Inside Jokes (Yes, Even the Embarrassing Ones)
That time you both got lost IKEA? The cursed karaoke duet? Weave those gems in. Pair ’em with HLo’s 😭🎤 stickers for instant nostalgia.

Why It Works:
Modern love is messy, hilarious, and unapologetically real. Your message shouldn’t just sit on a shelf – it should scream “THIS IS US.”

HLo Hack:
Grab a Canvas Edition card, slap on some emoji stickers (we see you, 🥴👾🎨), and scribble your truth. No pressure, just personality.


Still stuck? HLo’s got your back. Shop our Valentine’s collection for cards, stickers, and inspo that’s anything but basic. Tag #Cardists when you post your masterpiece – we’ll feature the wildest ones!

P.S. If all else fails, just write “Netflix & chill?” and add a 🍕 sticker. We won’t judge.

CTA: Ready to create? [Shop HLo’s Valentine’s Collection] – and let those 💘 vibes flow!

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