Cupid is making a comeback.
Nearly one out of four Americans — 23 percent — will spend more on this Valentine’s Day than they did last year.
Altogether, 82 percent said they would shell out at least as much as when they celebrated the most romantic day of the year in 2012, a survey by CreditDonkey found.
For men, that means an average of $84.39. Women expect to spend only $48.13.
A dinner date remains the most popular way of celebrating Feb. 14. Nearly two-thirds — 65 percent — said they planned to take their significant other out for a meal.
Also popular this year are giving chocolates (38 percent) and that old standby, flowers (37 percent).
But if you’re in a Valentine’s rut, consider some non-traditional gifts. Nearly one out of three men — but only 6 percent of women — said they wanted to receive electronics.
The survey found slightly more men want to receive a gift card, but women are nearly twice as likely to give one.
And while almost no men — just 2 percent — said they wanted to receive jewelry or flowers, 31 percent of women said they are hoping for bling and 41 percent said they want flowers.