While putting together my dream Valentine’s Day wish list, I realized it’s really too good not to share. But share I will, and be extremely jealous of all those who are gifted more than I am from it.
- Journelle Bardot short pajamas – Silky soft (because they’re silk) and sweet in blush, I’m mildly obsessed with these luxury sleep pieces.
- Coral Ming Chinoiserie Ginger Jar Print – Because nothing says “I love you” like art in your favorite color.
- Red Volcano Candle – One of my favorite scents in a jar color I wouldn’t usually choose.
- Heart Garland – Because breakfast in bed is always sweeter with themed decor. It demonstrates forethought, which is a huge turn on for type-A Virgos (I’ve been told.)
- Cartier Mini Tank Divan – Probably a pipe dream butthere’s no arguing a watch is a sound investment when it comes to wardrobe. Especially one that’s pre-owned but still in excellent condition. I like this because it’s weird, preppy, and a fantastic way to stand out in a sea of men’s Rolexes (or, more likely, Michael Kors counterparts). It’s yellow gold with a sapphire crown and it positively pops against the maroon croc. strap.
- “True Love” Valentine – Totally girly, but it’s all about the recipient. And the message is too sweet not to share.
- Valentino lace peep toe pump (with a bow <3) – Yeah, there’s no way these are happening. But for those of you with Valentines who understand the importance of quality footwear, oh who am I kidding, you’re going to have to make these a V-Day gift to yourself.
- Vosges – Don’t tell Godiva (I still enjoy my monthly free chocolate perks) but I’ve long abandoned the gilded Lady for someone much edgier. Vosges first caught my eye with their Bacon sea salt and dark chocolate bar. I kept seeing it online but never ordered, or was too full after lunch at Mariposa to spring for a bar. But a few years ago I was putting together a “Man basket” for a raffle benefit, and decided to include the bacon bar along with Art of Shaving stuff, some cuff links and cigars, et al. and picked up an extra one pour moi (#treatyoself) Life. Changing. Once I moved to Chicago, land of my beloved and avant garde chocolatier, I was delighted to discover their Lincoln Park bar/boutique/chocolate shop (seriously don’t you just want to hang out there all day?) I’d really like two tickets to the still-under-construction Willy Wonka style chocolate wonderland, but a box of Fluer de Sel caramels will satisfy me…for now.
- Shoshanna – Ladies of a certain body type know that when it comes to finding pitch-perfect cocktail dresses and sundresses (without excessive alterations), Shoshanna can’t be beat. Don’t even get me started on how amazing her swimwear is. When I saw this bright fuschia little number, I was already in lurve, but Saks sweetens the deal, as one does for V-day, by knocking the price down to $225 from $375. Hurry before all the good sizes are gone!
- Chanel bag - Sell Your Handbag has had this bag for a few weeks now and I can’t stop eyeing it. I’ve been on a Gucci Soho Disco bag kick lately, but this gorgeous, deep red patent take on the shoulder bag is giving me second thoughts. It’s in fabulous condition and is “only” $2495 (it’s Chanel, people, that’s a deal). There are 8 watchers keeping tabs on it on eBay, darling Valentine are you one of them?
