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    Last-Minute Gift Ideas To Keep You Out Of The Doghouse This ...

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    Alex Gambardella on Feb 13, 2009 7:24 AM PST
    Let me guess - you've been single for so many years that you sort of just forgot that hell has frozen over and pigs have flown and you actually have a sweetheart to shop for this Valentine's Day! And since you failed to remember until just now that February 14th (as in tomorrow) isn't just another day on the calendar this time around (an honest mistake), you're pretty much just planning to show up empty-handed and present-less on the big night with the assumption that your sympathetic sweetie will "understand." Lucky for you, unless your honey came up with the genius idea to hand-make your gifts this year (and in turn has set you both up for a Chandler-and-Monica style hand-puppet fiasco), this little problem of yours can easily be solved with a super-quick dash to your nearest Walgreens or Target. It may sound desperate, but let's get real - you are desperate, and unless you feel like committing sex-life suicide on the supposedly most romantic day of the year, we suggest you get off the chair and get your hiney hoppin' to the nearest makeshift gift shop - pronto! From Valentine's-inspired collectibles and retro candy gift sets to discounted perfume and cologne, these last-minute gifts may not be the smoothest of souvenirs, but you're just going to have to use that forgetful noggin of yours and figure out how to make it work! After all, you've always been complimented on your power of persuasion, and if there's ever been a time for your BS-ing skills to save your behind, it's now! Check out the slideshow for more last-minute gift ideas that you can hopefully salvage with a little dash of faux sentiment - good luck!
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    Be Pretty In Pink With Fashionably Festive Valentine's Beauty ...

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    Alex Gambardella on Feb 11, 2009 7:18 AM PST
    The occurrence of the words "festive" and "beauty" in the same sentence may stir up a few painful memories of that time you went to school on St. Patrick's Day in head-to-toe green, complete with clover-colored eyeshadow and lipstick (it's okay - you sooo did not look like a leprechaun). And yeah, that time you showed up at a Halloween bash with a full-on clown face (only to find out the hard way that it wasn't a costume party) wasn't too hot either. But seriously, no matter what bad experiences you've endured and beauty faux pas you've committed in the past with occasion-coordinated makeup shades, a festive face doesn't have to be obnoxious, nightmarish, or costume-y! With the right products and tints (and the correct doses of them!) you can look great for your Valentine's Day date without resembling a page off the calendar. For one, it's vital to remember subtlety - with Philosophy's candy heart-inspired lip gloss and Sephora Valentine's chocolate-scented bath scrub and body butter, the whole world may not be able to read all your V-Day enthusiasm like a sign on your forehead, but you and the one you'll be cuddling up to will get to enjoy the celebratory scents! Also, while bright red lips and harsh fuchsia blush may set off a warning alarm in your brain, don't shy away from the right shades of pink! With the Laura Mercier First Blush Palette, you'll be surprised at how far a gentle rosy glow can go in creating a softly feminine and flirty look. For the perfect pucker-upper, take a look at Clinique's Kissable Six set of lip plumping glosses, complete with six different pink, plummy, and nude shades, so you won't have to spend hours in the store trying to pick the perfect tint! And, if you're feeling just a tad bit bold, try for a more season-suitable smokey eye in a plum-pink shade like Make Up For Ever's Plum 39 (just make sure to go nude on the lips for balance!). As long as you don't try to use all eight festively fabulous products at once, these candy-colored goods are bound to help you look cuter than Cupid... and way sexier too, I hope. Check out the slideshow for the rest of the Valentine's Day-influenced beauty sets and shades!
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    Valentine's Day Sneakers With A Whole Lot Of Heart & Sole

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    Alex Gambardella on Feb 9, 2009 11:18 AM PST
    If you thought Valentine's Day footwear was just about red high heels, gravity-defying stilettos, and cutesy pink ballet flats, you must not be the sneaker freak I am! This Valentine's Day, all our favorite athletic shoe brands are showing us their romantic side (and in some cases, their cartoon-y and kitschy sides too) with bright red and pink color combos and heart patterns galore. From Nike Dunks embellished with X's and O's to bold red floral Pumas, these flashy footwear are bound to give your feet plenty of love and support (and attention) this February 14th! While they're not exactly year-round practical, and quite frankly I'm not sure even I would be caught dead in any high-top conversation-heart-covered creation, you can't deny that these sneaks are adorably festive, not to mention a cheerful addition to any hardcore collector's closet display. Plus, you have to admit - they're not that much crazier than the usual in-your-face color combos found in lines by the likes of Nike, Vans, and Creative Recreation. Whether you're bold enough to show them off on the street or just like to keep them polished on display, check out the slideshow for more sweet V-Day sneakers!
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    DIYthing's Valentine's Gift Picks For The Man In Your Life

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    DIY thing on Feb 5, 2009 1:23 PM PST
    Valentine's Day is right around the corner, and we know you want to get your sweetie something memorable and funky. This year, you might also want to get him something practical. No worries, we've found some great gifts that are sure to say "I love you" on Valentine's Day, no matter what the bank account looks like. Our faves are the mod Concept Ring by Metamorphosis, only $18 at Smashing Darling, and the understated Jackalope Pattycake Men's tee by Chandi. If your romance is ranking high on the chemistry meter, try the Pink Periodic Cuff by Project TransAction. Yury Gitman's My Beating Heart Pillow with the simulated heartbeats will help him sleep like a baby. And if he needs something to keep his hands warm until spring, try these hand-embroidered Bicycle Gloves from Polka Dot Rabbit. Or if he knits, get him an "I Needle U" Knitting Needle Gauge Man by Olas. Check out a dozen practical guy gifts in the slideshow!
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    The Six Sweetest Places To Stay In San Francisco This ...

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    Alex Gambardella on Feb 4, 2009 3:19 PM PST
    Gotta get away this Valentine's Day? Whether you're a Bay Area native like me looking for a nearby place to escape for the weekend, or a visitor hoping to run into Cupid in one of the most romantic cities in the country, San Francisco hotels are at the top of their game when it comes to making Valentine's Day the most relaxing, sentimental, and passion-filled day it can be! Personal bath butlers at the Ritz-Carlton, massages for two in the privacy of your own Four Seasons hotel room, and set Valentine's Day feasts galore are only a few among dozens of enchanting accommodations this year that are bound to leave you weak at the knees and caught up in every moment! Some even offer extra-late check-out with their Valentine's specials so that you can linger in love (and in bed) even longer! Check the slideshow for more details on the swoon-worthy hotel amenities! You'll see why everyone has left their heart in San Francisco!
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    Valentine's Day Gag Gifts For The Single, Cynical, Or Jokester

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    Alex Gambardella on Feb 4, 2009 7:21 AM PST
    Maybe you and a few friends have been unlucky in love lately and need a good time and some hearty laughs for the sake of singletons everywhere. Maybe you're not quite so unlucky, but your buffoon of a boyfriend needs to get all the sillies out of his system before you can even attempt to have a seriously romantic night out. Maybe you have all the love you need but just seriously abhor the typical Valentine's Day rituals and all its mushy-gushiness galore. Or maybe you're just convinced that the best way to a loved one's heart is through their stomach... via loads of belly laughs. Whatever the reason may be, Valentine's Day doesn't have to be just for the lovey-dovey or the critically committed. With lighthearted gifts like a breath-testing Kiss-O-Meter, Husband Training flash cards, and a just-add-water Frog to Prince figurine (much more practical than the grow-your-own-pet versions), these gags are sure to produce a few giggles, whether you're spending the day with your sweetheart, your single friends, or just a friendly glass of wine. Just be sure to know your audience, though -- a freshly-dumped and dejected gal pal might not find the self-deprecating catty conversation hearts as funny as you do! Check out the slideshow for more chuckle-worthy V-day gift finds!
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