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 love in the air with Valentine’s Day, even if you see some cloudy skies!
(And I’m not talking about silver lining, ladies. Well, maybe I am…sorta..)
There is no better way to trudge through wet mid-February weather than with heart-dekked rain boots. (Shown by Kamik.) Available in four colors for women and children, the Kamik HEARTS rain boots are the perfect addition to any Valentine’s Day outfit but are also adorable for “mommy and me,” and year-round fun!
Image: Kamik

Not everyone has a way with words…that doesn’t mean they can’t send a love letter. Hanky Panky has a special seasonal “love letter” that includes a hot leopard thong!
Pop this adorable Leopard Love Letter into the mail and bring those you love a delightful treat on Valentine’s Day.
$20.00
Available at www.saksfifthavenue.com
Image: Hanky Panky

Friends, if you haven’t bought your Valentine a little something yet, you are headed straight for the doghouse. Lucky for you, you have me – and here’s a listing of some online sample sales full of Valentine’s goodies going on this week. All are on ideeli.com, and if you aren’t a member, you can use the invite code “shopdaily” to join.
Debauve & Gallais
Starts Tuesday 2/10/2009
Save up to 26% off
Prices start at $36
Debauve & Gallais stands as “the chocolate of kings,” and has a New York flagship store at 20 East 69th St. From classic creations to innovative new treats, Debauve …read more

Remember those awesome heart-shaped Valentine candies which would always share “sweet nothings”?
Well, the fun has ventured into our favorite zone of all, just in time for Valentine’s Day!
Just in time for our favorite holiday, fashion designer Andrew Christian brings us his very first Valentine’s Day Underwear Set for Him and Her. The underwear incorporates the candy hearts concept that is synonymous with Valentine’s Day and sexy innovative underwear designs.
The men’s boxer briefs feature the Anti Muffin Top Elastic giving men that sleek look when they put on the boxer briefs. On the right front of the boxer brief …read more

This Valentine’s Day ditch the flowers (they’ll wilt) and the bubbly (weeeeell, maybe not the bubbly) in favor of something your sweetie will love, and wear, year-round. Everyone knows that two is better than one, so spoil your Valentine with two romantic (read: fool-proof) gifts from Bella il Fiore and Zinke Design.
Love a red lip?
Bella’s red-hot combo of Double Agent Lip Stain and Kiss Me Now Lip Gloss will leave lips begging to be kissed. And kissed they’ll be!
First stain with lip tint in 003, which won’t, under any circumstances, kiss off. Then add shine with Bella’s …read more

Valentine’s Day is a time to show that special person in your life how much they mean to you–often with a personal gift. Instead of giving a man a sweater or shirt that will fade with time, the gift of jewelry is a lasting and meaningful way to express how much you care. Zales.com has The 5 Best Valentine’s Gifts that every man will enjoy wearing, and think of you every time he does.
“Jewelry is a romantic way to show love and appreciation,” said Steve Larkin, Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing and eCommerce Officer at Zale Corporation. “Our Men’s Collection …read more

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

Now you aren’t going to have to make deals to get someone to massage your feet. This is just too delicious for words. While watching TV, you can flip a switch and your personal massager will massage your feet, ankles and calves. And for those of us who sit behind a desk all day… nights are going to be sheer bliss! Now you know what to ask for when dh comes in asking for ideas for Valentine’s Day. Okay, it might not be all hearts and flowers but at the moment, this is what I want. Okay, he can …read more

Now how is this to set the mood for Valentine’s Day. It not only looks amazing, it smells all sugary sweet apparently. It looks as if I have a bit more shopping to do before the big day gets here. The days are just getting away from me!
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