I think that Valentine’s Day creates a sort of premium on romance. Our men get us jewels, flowers, and sexy lingerie – and then forget the entire concept immediately after.
Sometimes, then, we have to learn to get a romantic atmosphere all our own – sometimes just FOR ourselves. At the very least, it’ll make us feel better!
A great place to start is the sexy Brothel Candle from Bestow Boutique. Scents of orris root, musk, ancient civet, peru balsam and plai interact for a scent that is pretty much guaranteed to get you some action. Plus it’s really pretty!
Image: Bestow Boutique

There’s going to be a lot of love and flowers (gag us), in February – we may as well get started with the cuteness a few days early.
Here’s a tee we love for Valentine’s Day and every day, Olive and Bette’s heart-themed T-shirts by Amy Tangerine. (Designer of my favorite t-shirt of all time, my “I heart dogs” piece.)
With a homespun charm, these wearable pieces of art retail for $60 to $89.
Available at: Olive and Bette’s, (800) 396-1236
Image: Amy Tangerine

This is a shopaholics dream come true. She simply gets to list what she wants and someone else pays for it. I love it! In no particular order…
*Leonidas Belgian Chocolates: Valentine’s Day Velvet Heart This really should be one of the healthy food groups!
* Donna Karan Cashmere Mist Comfortable Cashmere Valentine’s Day Set I don’t know why I haven’t picked up this fragrance as of yet. Smells yummy!
*Chaco Women’s Webbing Flip Sandal I have problems with some flip flops… must be the lack of arch support, but it can hurt big time if your feet don’t like what they …read more