Whether you’re in the mood for recreating romcoms, or just into your gadgets and gizmos, these are a sure-fire way to wake up your month. As it’s our 10th birthday this month at The Local Answer, we’re very much in the mood for celebrating. If you know anyone marking their special day soon, hopefully my recommendations will provide great inspiration for gift ideas! Now shake off those post-Valentine blues with this roaring selection.

Retro Cassette Boombox with Bluetooth

Since ‘Say Anything’, haven’t we all daydreamed about having John Cusack stand outside our window, serenading us with a boombox? Well, perhaps not all of us, but if you have been fantasizing about snapping up a retro portable speaker, then continue reading!

This snazzy boombox might look like something straight out of the ‘80s, but it’s not just for any cassette tapes you might have lying around; it also lets you stream music via Bluetooth, and via a USB! Combining the old with the new, this retro boombox will have you feeling like you’re strolling through an ‘80s movie; just throw on your shades and carry your boombox on your shoulder.

Although it runs off mains power, the boombox can run on 4xD batteries, allowing you to play your favourite tunes as you strut around town. Available from Menkind at just £29.99.

Hue LivingColours Iris

This wireless mood light can help set any scene in your home, from relaxing in the tub after a long week, to some romantic mood lighting for date night. The Hue LivingColours Iris comes with 16 million colour variations to meet your needs, simply by connecting to your WiFi.

It can set alarms and timers, lighting up in the mornings to get you out of bed, or flashing when your dinner’s cooked. You can also set your lights via remote control, so you don’t even need to be in the house to turn them on or off. Available from John Lewis at £69.99.

BraZen Shadow PC Gaming Chair

One of the most important parts of gaming, is that you get yourself a comfortable spot; after all, you don’t know how long you’re going to be playing for, and cramp is not fun. So get comfy with the BraZen Shadow PC gaming chair; its sleek black and white design not only looks good, but it also allows you to fully engage in your game.

And with its sweat-resistant material, it doesn’t matter if things get a little heated as you battle it out in the virtual world. Built for comfort and style, this faux leather model will make you feel like a King (or Queen). Available from Menkind at £99.95.