All You Need Is Love: Editors' Valentine's Day Picks
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Who says Valentine’s Day has to be all about hearts? I love lomoi.com’s notebooks —they’re just girly enough to be Valentine’s Day—worthy but still superchic and sophisticated!
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The best gift of all —the gift of gorgeous lips! CoverGirl’s Hot lipstick is the perfect red.
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Yes, it’s now very clear that I’m a notebook-aholic...But this Alber Elbaz illustration makes me swoon. Love it!
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I’ve been into wearing rings on my index finger lately...and how lovely would a fierce cougar ring look?
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You Deserve a Medal by Stefan Bucher
The perfect gift for a friend in need of a smile, suggests honors that should be bestowed on those who have battled (with valor) through tough relationship skirmishes. My favorites include: "The Worst of Times Medal for Breakup Survival," "The Learned Optimism Star," (awarded for the completion of the 10th self-help book in pursuit of wisdom to be applied to future relationships) and "The Parental Inspection Medal" (given for completing the initial meeting of one’s partnet’s parents and laying the foundation for eventual family acceptance).
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The Hill-Side Dobby Stripe Natural Flannel Blanket
If I happen to win the lottery between now and Valentine’s Day, I’ll be getting my guy this flannel blanket that he’s been coveting.
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Amazon/Kindle gift certificate
I’ve been catching up on my reading this winter—just finished . I’m ready for a new batch of books and hope my valentine picks up a gift card from Amazon!
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A new piece of art
If you're lucky enough to be in a relationship with an artist, an original piece made by someone you love can't be beat. If not, you can also sourceout young talent. Danny Roberts, who does beautiful fashion illustrations, is incredible talented and only 20 years old. The best part is, his prints are just $20 apiece —a price anyone can afford!
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Tickets to Lady Gaga at Madison Square Garden
A girl can dream right? Seeing Ms. Gaga at the iconic venue on February 21 or 22 would make for a very memorable gift indeed. Hint, hint, valentine.
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Yellow Bird Project Tea Series
Music-centric nonprofit Yellow Bird Project is a great go-to for artsy rock shirts —and now the organization has branched out from tees to teas!The organization is offering 1 ox. tins of three flavors: Cucumber Mojito, Dragon’s Well and Mango Rose. Proceeds help support YBP and its affiliated charities. I can’t wait to try out all three.
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A homemade card and fondue dinner
The best present ever is coming home to a beautifully set table (with flowers, of course!) and a home-cooked dinner. My husband's specialty is fondue. It's the perfect meal to share with a loved one. If you don't have a fondue pot, it's definitely worth investing in one! We have a flame-orange pot from Le Creuset, but Fred Flare also has great, inexpensive ones for beginners. As for the card, the store-bought variety is the kiss of death in my book! It's so much more meaningful to get one that's been made just for you.
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Tasaki by Thakoon jewelry
Thakoon is a friend of mine, and I've been collecting his clothes since his very first season. But I have yet to add a piece of his jewelry to my collection. The pieces he creates for Tasaki are very sculptural and also iconoclastic, which is a rarity in fine jewelry. They're simultaneously modern and timeless.
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Bespoke: Men’s Style of Savile Row. by James Sherwood
The history of dressing like a gentleman for... a true gentleman.
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If I was on an episode of Hoarders, I would be the "tote bag freak," so I need something a little more chic to shlep my stuff home from work.
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iPhone, T-Mobile G2, or Blackberry Torch
I have never met anyone who is harder on their phone (besides Beauty Director Eva Chen, who goes through 5 phones a year).
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Red Wing Boots, a Filson bag, and some of those Brooks Brothers wool stripy ties that he loves
Thanks to his fashion editor sister, my boyfriend is a total stylisto, and although he’s not a big fan of me picking out his clothes, I’d definitely add a few things to his wardrobe.
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Paper Pastries NYC pencils, Rifle Paper Co. notecards
I think I’m the only one who still likes actually writing things down. How cute are these NYC pencils and custom illustrated note cards?
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Jonathan Adler needlepoint pillow
Home decor from the retro-minded genius Jonathan Adler makes even my teeny tiny apartment look chic.
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The ideal gift for guys who don’t like to use "products." I recommend the lip balm and cream de corps.
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The perfect date with lots of entertainment. Dippin’ Dots at halftime, and the chance to be on the "kiss cam" on the big screen.
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I’m currently in love with the hippo charm with the message "I love you heaps."
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Homemade enchilada dinner
I'm the world's worst gift-giver when it comes to my boyfriend. Since I'm miserable at shopping for him and I love to cook, this V-Day I'll probably make him his favorite meal: homemade enchiladas suizas, which he calls "best-day-ever-dinner."
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I’d love to get a dainty gold necklace like this one from Satomi Kawakita—wishful thinking . . .
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My BF is a big-time Chicago sports nut, so I might try to get him some vintage Chicago Bears paraphernalia. A few years ago I bought him vintage Bears Zubaz, which he still breaks out every now and then for a big game. Not very romantic, but cute!
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I’ve also been bugging my boyfriend to go to the opera with me, so two tickets and an excuse to get dressed up would be lovely.
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A puppy!
What I really want most of all is a puppy. I've been asking for . Please, please, please!
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I’d get my girlfriends the holiday collection or trio of nail polish. This will beat away those winter blues and make anyone feel loved.
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A runner-up would be these awesome bookends. How could you resist reading with such a chic-looking shelf of books?
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Rolando patent leather Christian Louboutins
Who like to get these for V-Day? A simple way to make a statement.
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Personalized stationary
This is always a great gift to get. Plus, you'll have to send thank-you notes to the one who gave you the Louboutins and bookends.
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Preferably a band you both love. The excitement of a live performance makes for more lasting memories and better stories than any material object could provide . . . and don’t forget to save the tickets for a scrapbook!
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Fill it with songs that mean something to the both of you. He’ll appreciate the thoughtfulness, time, and effort you put into programming it—plus, everyone loves a new gadget to play with. On a budget? Go the old-school mix-CD route for the same effect.
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Scrapbook
I love any excuse to channel my creative energy into something tangible and pretty, and this gift is a unique, thoughtful (and cheap!) DIY option that both of you will always be able to take a look back at.
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Many major cities around the country host walking food tours, and what sweeter way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than indulging in your sweet tooth?!
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The Book of Us: A Journey of Your Love Story in 150 Questions_ by Kate Marshall_
I’m a hopeless romantic at heart and a lover of well-chosen words, so I adore this keepsake that poses 150 questions and scenarios for you and your valentine to answer together, like "One of the reasons I think we lasted so long as a couple is . . ."
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Mrs. Fields heart-shaped cookie cake
I mean . . . How can one possibly go wrong with a giant cookie disguised as a cake?
