Valentine's Day shouldn't be about the gifts, it's about love -- right? But we all know what happens when you show up empty-handed, so here are a few ideas to make your sweetheart's day just a little sweeter:
For her:
P.S. I Love You gift set from Lush, $25 -- Already wrapped and ready to go, this four-item set includes the Magic Mushroom bubble bar, It Started With a Kiss lip tint, Love Birds soap and a mini Strawberry Feels Forever massage bar. Available at Lush Handmade Cosmetics in Lenox Square and Perimeter Mall.
Swarovski "Nettle" bracelet, $100 -- A rhodium-plated bangle with heart motif in splashes of red and crystal pave sends the right message to the one you love. At Swarovski boutiques in Lenox Square and Perimeter Mall or www.swarovski.com.
Florist hydrangea (6-inch pot), $13 -- Who needs another dozen roses? Dare to be different with a beautiful hydrangea houseplant from Pike's Nurseries, with 15 locations in the metro area including 2410 Camellia Lane N.E. in Atlanta and 2900 Johnson Ferry Road in Marietta.
Vanilla Passion Fruit fragrance by Lavanila Laboratories, $58 -- Pure essential oils including natural aphrodisiacs Blue Lotus, Juniper Berry and Clary Sage are infused into this scent guaranteed to attract (or keep) love. Lavanila Healthy Fragrances are made with 100 percent natural ingredients. Available at Sephora, www.sephora.com and www.lavanila.com.
Godiva truffles gift box, $25 -- Perfect for the purist, Godiva truffles including extra dark chocolate, dark chocolate, double chocolate raspberry, cappuccino in this 12-piece box. Personalization is available at Godiva.com or Godiva Boutiques in Lenox Square, Perimeter Mall and Town Center at Cobb.
Philosophy Sweet on You gift set, $25 -- Candy Hearts 3-in-1 shampoo, shower gel & bubble bath, body lotion and flavored lip shine condition skin and hair and leave lips shiny and smooth. At Sephora and Ulta stores.
For him:
Boudoir candle by Paddywax, $28 to $45 -- The scent of juicy peach and passionflower helps set the mood. Available in candle or room diffuser at Paddywax.com.
Aveda Love Pure-Fume Absolute, $22 -- This best-selling fragrance from Aveda, a blend of exotic spices, oils and florals, is perfect for him (or her). The rollerball design means he can take the scent of love anywhere, anytime. At Aveda stores in Lenox Square, Perimeter Mall.
Sweet Cheeks undergarments, $25 -- Boxers for him (bikinis for her) in candy-heart print or black and gray with candy-colored, heart-shaped details. Available pre-wrapped at Macy's gift shop, on the main floor.
iPod Touch, starting at $229 -- An iPod so advanced, Apple says you'll forget it's an iPod. Your guy will never forget you gave it to him. Available online at www.apple.com or at Macy's.
USB Memory Dog Tag, $40 -- Personalized dog tags hide a 2 GB USB jump drive for him to keep documents, songs or other files. Available at www.thingsremembered.com or 10 area stores, including the Mall at Stonecrest in Lithonia and Gwinnett Place in Duluth.
The Art of Shaving "The 4 Elements of a Perfect Shave" gift set, $100 -- The aromatherapy-based kit to helps him get skin date-night smooth. The kit includes pre-shave oil, shaving cream, shaving brush and after-shave balm. Available at www.theartofshaving.com or the Art of Shaving in Lenox Square.
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