Will this be another year of shopping for Valentines Day at the last moment? If so, do not worry; you likely are not alone. Fortunately for last-minute planners, there are a variety of local shops and businesses that can get procrastinators Valentines-ready in a pinch. Oklahoma Gazette breaks down several options for a perfect date.
Photos Ben Luschen and provided

Oklahoma City Ballet
okcballet.org405-848-8637
Sorry; Netflix and chill just isnt going to cut it for a Valentines date. Take the day to enjoy city life with your significant other. This year, Oklahoma City Ballet delivers the perfect date-night treat with its highly anticipated original production of The Little Mermaid. This is a world-premiere ballet choreographed by artistic director Robert Mills and adapted from the timeless story by Hans Christian Andersen. Shows start 8 p.m. Feb. 16-17 and 2 p.m. Feb. 18. All performances are at Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N. Walker Ave. Tickets are $15-$65.
Freemans Liquor Mart
4401 N. Western Ave.405-524-8031
To properly wine and dine someone, youre going to need a good bottle of fermented grapes. Thankfully, Freemans Liquor Mart not only carries a versatile selection of wines, but a knowledgeable staff that can point you in the right direction given your tastes and needs. And while wine is typically considered the most romantic form of liquid ethanol, Freemans is not here to judge couples who prefer to crush a six-pack together or sip their way through a fancy Scotch. Find their official Facebook page for more information.

Splurge/Baskets of Love
3915 N. College Ave., Bethanyfacebook.com/splurgebasketsoflove
405-789-9020
The Splurge / Baskets of Love hybrid near the campus of Southern Nazarene University works with customers to package together baskets full of goodies to fit any of your loved ones. By custom order, employees can put together decorative baskets of stuffed animals, cards, candy and other snacks. While most baskets are custom-fit to the recipients tastes and the purchasers budget, Baskets of Love also tries to assemble prepackaged baskets for customers who would rather grab them and go. The Bethany family-owned business has been assembling gift baskets for more than 20 years and knows a thing or two about putting together a memorable holiday gift.

Smash Bangles
607 NW 28th St.405-628-7621
This new Paseo Arts District shop is close to being a one-stop Valentines Day destination. Smash Bangles owner Cindy Cornelson sells gorgeous and colorful handmade jewelry made by herself and other vendors. But in addition to fine necklaces and wristbands, shoppers can also pick up some exquisite chocolates for their lover. Evangelines Hand Made Chocolates are made with local ingredients and sold in the shop.
Apple Tree Chocolate
754 Asp Ave., Norman405-310-3959
How about some sweets for your sweetie? They say the best way to a mans heart is through his stomach, but we have found that the caramel, turtle and candy-covered apples at Normans Apple Tree Chocolate easily transcend all gender considerations. For Valentines Day, Apple Tree sells boxes of chocolate-dipped strawberries and other specially assembled gift packages. In addition to berries and its trademark apples, the shop also offers a great selection of decadent truffles, fudge and cake dots year-round.

Tony Foss Flowers
7610 N. May Ave.405-843-4119
Does a rose by any other name smell as sweet? We cant say for sure, but we do know the name of the local business to go to for red roses around Valentines Day. Tony Foss Flowers always includes roses in its signature tropical arrangements for the holiday. Stop by the shop to take in some natural beauty and Foss or another employee will help you pick out a great-looking bouquet for your beau.
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