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When a big anniversary comes along, some people like to give gifts according to what each milestone calls for, paper for 1st, silver for the 25th, but what about for those in-between occasions? That's why I love the Anniversary Book, because every anniversary is a milestone! 

This charming memory book allows couples to store photos, notes, and messages they can write to each other every year. It becomes a piece of family history as it gets filled up with the wonderful memories they share together. It's hand-bound, filled with 40 pages, and features a beautiful cover. It's the gift they'll always use and cherish. For more great tips, check out our Anniversay gift guide.

Anniversary Book starting at $55.00.

Instead of going with the usual exchange of cards or the obligatory bouquet of flowers, make a new commitment this anniversary and give something that you can both enjoy together. The gift of experience.

You can try a private chef, golf lessons, or go for the more adventurous gifts like a helicopter ride or a hot air balloon ride. Bottom line: Schedule time to reconnect and have some fun. I love the idea of taking dance classes together, because let’s face it, when was the last time the two of you tangoed? I thought so. And if dancing isn’t your game, you can check out our new Experiential section to find out what's available in your neck of the woods.

Dance Class Series & Art Classes starting at $49.00

My life in the city is pretty hectic. Between a full-time job, catching a show when I can, going to dinner parties, meeting girlfriends for happy hour, and squeezing in the rare workout, there's not much time left to find a quiet spot and just sit. That's why I love the idea of this Lands End Picnic Wine Basket — it encourages people to escape the insanity and head to the park or even out to the country for a relaxing afternoon.

With four china plates, four goblets, cloth napkins and a tablecloth, two insulated bags (one for wine and one for cheese and fruit), and a stainless steel service set for four, the picnic wine basket has all the trappings for a perfect day in the park with close friends or loved ones. A perfect anniversary or birthday gift!

Lands' End Picnic Wine Basket starting at $299

What do you get the tech savvy girl that likes a bit of luxury and a whole lot of glam? The 1GB Swarovski Heart Ware USB Memory Key. It's the girliest USB drive we could find and a true example of geek meets chic–when not in use it looks like a shiny heart pendant on a silk cord.

Load it up with fun photos or songs and it's a perfect anniversary or birthday gift for gadget loving women. For other fashionable high-tech gifts read our gift guide: Haute Technology.

Swarovski Heart Ware USB Memory Key starting at $180

If you still don't have a gift for Valentine's Day (that's today!) you're in trouble. But don't run out to the drugstore just yet. I've got the perfect last minute gift idea for you: a romantic hot air balloon flight. It's quick and easy to set up but will look like you spent a ton of time planning—and isn't that what you want?

You'll enjoy a calm, peaceful ride over beautiful countryside–an ideal backdrop to a very romantic excursion. By the time you land, your sweetheart will be on cloud nine. Which is way better than where a box of cheap chocolates will get you. Print off the certificate and line up a date for your ride now and present it to your Valentine over dinner. You do have a dinner reservation, don't you?

Hot Air Balloon Flight starting at $200

Did you know that a single bouquet of flowers can not only brighten your sweetie's day, but can also help in the fight against AIDS? Every Hallmark Believe Bouquet from (PRODUCT) RED includes nine gorgeous red roses, leucadendron and papyrus, grown and arranged by African farmers. Each message card reads, "Believe in a thousand impossible things you've never believed before."

More meaningful than a bouquet bought at the corner market, the inspiRED bouquet is a perfect last minute Valentine's Day gift that expresses your love and charitable heart. 

Hallmark Believe–Hallmark RED Bouquet starting at $49.95

Uh-oh, it's been a crazy month with the Super Bowl, Super Tuesday, Mardi Gras and all the hoopla following and now it's almost Valentine's Day and you've just realized you still haven't gotten your guy or gal something special.

Don't worry, the Juniors Chocolate Covered Heart Cheesecake is the perfect last minute, mouth-watering treat for your Valentine. Handmade by the Expert Bakers at Juniors in Brooklyn, the New York heart-shaped cheesecake is covered in enough decadent chocolate to satisfy the biggest sweet tooth.

Juniors Chocolate Covered Heart Cheesecake starting at $49.99

Forget Kama Sutra and oysters, if you want to give a real aphrodisiac to your Valentine this year, check out the mouthwatering Theo Organic Chocolate Gift Set. Each piece is made by hand with only the purest ingredients and Fair Trade cocoa beans. From sensual rose and aromatic lavender to spicy jalapeño and hot ceylon cinnamon ganache, the sexy and innovative flavor combinations are designed to arouse pleasure and warm the heart.

Save the champagne for another time, the box of Theo Organic Chocolates is a last minute gift that will be intoxicating enough! 

Theo Organic Chocolates starting at $42

Lingerie can be a tricky Valentine's Day gift. You don't want to make her look like a cheap hooker, but you also don't want to get her something Grandma would wear. Why not go with something that falls perfectly in the middle, like this cute but sexy Juicy Couture Heart Print Feather Chemise?

The adorable nightie has a flirty heart print that screams Valentine's Day—but in a tasteful way. It's just cozy enough for her to cuddle up in at night, but its low cut style and short hem are sure to heat things up on February 14 (just remember to order by noon on February 13!). Mission accomplished.

Juicy Couture Heart Print Feather Chemise Sleepwear starting at $88

You know flowers are the way to a girl's heart—especially on Valentine's Day—but if she's more of a new flame than a longtime lover, two dozen red roses might not be the way to go. But two dozen pink roses? Right on.

But isn't a rose is a rose is a rose? Not quite. Just check out our Flower Color Guide. The cheat sheet explains the significance behind every flower color, so you can know what you're saying with your bundle of blooms. For example, pink flowers will show her how much you appreciate your budding relationship.

I love this gorgeous bouquet of 24 long-stemmed pink roses because it comes paired with the classic fragrance Romance from Ralph Lauren. Nothing better than two gifts in one! And there's still time to send these and other Valentine's flowers to get to your sweetheart by Thursday.

Ralph Lauren Flowers & Fragrance Petite Bouquet starting at $129.95