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Fit Valentine’s Day to a Tee

February 13, 2008
Posted by: Megan H.

Private Golf LessonsFace it: You're a hypocrite. After all those lectures about him forgetting your birthday, you completely forgot to pick up his Valentine's Day gift. How do you let him know you care if you don't have any time to go shopping before tomorrow? Drive the point home with private golf lessons.

Send him out solo to correct his slice or join him for some quality time on the green. He'll be pleased as a punch shot to see you go beyond putt-putt. And if he's not a golfer? You can check out other couple activities in our guide, Six Experiences to Spark Romance; they all make great last minute gifts because you can print them out to hand to your S.O. instantly. Whatever you choose, you've got a definite hole in one.

Private Golf Lessons starting at $125

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InspiRED Charitable Bouquet

February 13, 2008
Posted by: Megan H.

Hallmark Believe--Hallmark RED BouquetDid 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

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For the Sweetest Tooth

February 13, 2008
Posted by: Gillian J.

Juniors Chocolate Covered Heart CheesecakeUh-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

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Sensual, Decadent, Organic Chocolates

February 12, 2008
Posted by: Megan H.

theo organic chocolatesForget 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

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Nightie Night Sweetheart

February 12, 2008
Posted by: Gillian J.

Juicy Couture Heart Print Feather Chemise SleepwearLingerie 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

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Valentine’s Day Poll

February 12, 2008
Posted by: Julie K.

What are you secretly wishing your guy will give you this Valentine's Day?
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Hoping for something else on February 14th? Tell us in a comment below.

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Tickle Her Pink on Valentine’s Day

February 12, 2008
Posted by: Gillian J.

Ralph Lauren Flowers & Fragrance Petite BouquetYou 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

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Sweet, Simple Gestures of Love

February 11, 2008
Posted by: Dana S.

Miranda July - Learning to Love You MoreEver since her film, Me and You and Everyone We Know, I've been a fan of Miranda July. In her new book, Learning to Love You More, July collaborates with Harrell Fletcher to bring together some of the best of learningtoloveyoumore.com. The site gives readers assignments to help them capture everyday expressions of love like "draw a scene from a movie that made you cry."

Both the site and the book are beautiful reminders that love–in all its forms–isn't always expressed in over-the-top gestures. Sometimes it's as simple giving a sweet book on Valentine's Day to someone that you know will love it as much as you would.

Miranda July - Learning to Love You More starting at $11.97

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Softest Slippers

February 11, 2008
Posted by: Gillian J.

Frontgate - Cashmere SlippersThere are a handful of things that I can always count on to get me through a chilly winter's day: a mug of Bailey's coffee, a grilled cheese sandwich with a big bowl of tomato soup, and a cozy pair of luxurious slippers, like these Cashmere Slippers from Frontgate.

With a cable-knit top, a waffle-knit covered memory-foam sole, and a cute little velvet bow, these slippers take elegant comfort to a whole new level. They almost make me wish winter lasted a few months longer. Almost. A Valentine's Day gift any Urban Sophisticate would appreciate. 

Frontgate Cashmere Slippers starting at $99.50 

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Hello My Name is…Your Valentine

February 11, 2008
Posted by: Dan T.

DIY "Hello My Name Is..." MugHere's a fun one for Valentine's Day that's perfect for the coffee achiever who has a good sense of humor. It's called the "DIY Hello My Name Is" mug which is pretty self-descriptive. You (or the recipient) can write whatever virtually anything in the "Hello My Name is" field on this mug with a permanent ceramic marker. Maybe your favorite pet name? No biggie if a mistake is made or if you think of something better to write–you can wipe it clean with a wet cloth. When you're happy with the result, bake the mug in the oven to make the inscription permanent.

If you want to up the ante a bit with this Valentine's Day gift, you can really score big if you think about filling the mug with something special like some jewelry for her or a cool new watch for him.

DIY "Hello My Name Is…" Mug starting at $7.49 

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