Chic Luxuries Valentine's Gift Guide

To celebrate the holiday that's all about love, we've gathered a few items we ♥ for Valentine's Day gifting. And since we love to give back, we've included a giveaway too! ~♥~

If you haven't noticed, we ♥ everything Beatriz Ball. This sweet heart-shaped tray will set the theme for a special dinner. Perfect for dipping sauce, as an individual appetizer plate, to hold conversation hearts or a cupcake and love note. The {not-so-small} "small" Vento Heart measures 11x9" and is also lovely on a nightstand to hold jewelry. Handcrafted, $69 at beatrizball.com.

Before you even open the box, you can feel the love that went into making the Love Candle by Marie Todd. The scent is powerful but not overpowering. A delightful blend of lychee, citrus and a touch of rose, it's a reminder of Paris in Springtime. Made from a premium soy wax blend, the candle has a clean, refreshing, and uplifting scent. Handpoured in Los Angeles, the 8-oz. candle is exquisitely gift boxed. $54 at marietodd.com. 

The table is set, candles lit, it's time to pour some wine. He or she will flip over a bottle created exclusively for them from Personal Wine. Start by choosing their fave red, white or sparkling wine. Then design a personalized label using one of the designer templates or opt for custom laser engraving. Prices start at $19.99 a bottle which includes a complimentary label. Engraving is an additional $15. I wonder if Kathie Lee and Hoda have seen this? A unique gift they will always remember from PersonalWine.com.

Dinner is served! Impress your sweetheart with delicious Gourmet Lobster Tails from Omaha Steaks. Oh My YUM! These sweet and juicy lobster tails are quick and easy to prepare...even I can do it! Caught in the warm waters of the Caribbean, the gourmet lobster tails can be broiled, boiled or grilled to perfection in minutes. Two 6-oz. lobster tails retail for $39.99 or 6 for $69.99 {trust me you will want more than one...soooo delicious}! omahasteaks.com.

Let the gifting begin! She'll love the Love Floating Pendant Necklace by Isabelle Grace Jewelry. Suitable for teens on up and available in either all Silver, with Silver Chain and Gold Heart, or with Gold Chain and Gold Heart; in 16 or 18". $98 at isabellegracejewelry.com.

Surprising her with a romantic getaway? Make sure you take along this GORGEOUS Up and Coming Caliente Miraclesuit One-Piece Swimsuit. Better yet wrap it up and let it be the way you tell her about the getaway. Side shirring adjusts to her curves, adjustable straps, deep V-neckline and low scoop back. Figure-flattering, slenderizing and sexy..it's everything she could ask for in a one-piece swimsuit. Available in 4 colors, the Scarlet color is perfect for Valentine's Day gifting. $160 at miraclesuit.com.

Her heart will be ticking with love for this timeless and elegant watch from the Kenneth Cole Transparency Collection. Mineral glass crystals and subtle pink face give the classic watch a chic and feminine touch. The Transparent Watch has stainless steel casing and link bracelet with two button foldover clasp. Style KC4982, $125 at fine department stores and kennethcole.com.

Give him {or her} the Weekender True Sport Duffle by Genius Pack. Features include a permanent checklist, integrated compartments for extreme organization, pop out umbrella holder and laundry chute. Air can be expelled through a valve in the exterior compartment to compress laundry. That's genius! Available in Sky Blue, Coral Red, Mint, Black or Plum. Yep, you'll be borrowing it! $128 geniuspack.com.

Elizabeth Arden's Beautiful Color Moisturizing Lipstick in Blush Glow adds just a touch of neutral color for a natural look. Incredibly hydrating and long-wearing and we adore the golden tube in Elizabeth Arden's signature door design, $25. In 38 gorgeous shades, find her favorite at elizabetharden.com.

Bring on the cozy! Whether you're looking for a Valentine gift for your Mom, daughter, or sweetie, she'll adore the buttery soft microfleece pants and jersey knit top of these Dreams & Co. lounging pj's from Jessica London. The black doodle pants are decorated with hearts, flowers, snowflakes and word "doodles" ~ too cute! A pretty pink top with button henley placket completes the tag-free Knit & Fleece Pajamas. In Medium-5X, regularly starting at $34.99 at jessicalondon.com.

A gift both women and men can indulge in is ME! bath's Shower Sherbet Exfoliating Sugar Scrub. We tried the Land of Milk n Honey scent and methinks it's SCRUMPTIOUS!! First of all, have you ever seen such adorable packaging for a sugar scrub? And the scent, oh the scent, simply incredible. It gently exfoliates to leave skin silky soft and hydrated. Handcrafted in the USA. Checkout their other products and scents, I'm sure you'll find your fav. $30 at mebath.com with free shipping on purchases of $50 or more.

A gift you'll both enjoy receiving is Amazing Club's Dinner and a Movie Club. This Dinner of The Month Club includes everything for a cozy, fun, delicious night in. We received Flying Noodle's Tomato Basil Linguine and Four Cheese Pasta Sauce, a Red Box Movie Rental Gift Card, and Gourmet Fireside Cinnamon Popcorn. Our friends at Amazing Clubs are wonderful at pairing items that compliment each other perfectly and dinner was suburb. The linguine was flavorful and the four cheese sauce thick and rich with bits of tomato and onion for a homemade taste that was magnifico! Seasonal, 3, 6 and 12-month clubs ranging from $27.95-29.95 per month are available at amazingclubs.com.

Spread love wherever this casually chic Love Attracts Love Lollipop Comfy Top takes you. From none other than celebrity-adored Peace Love World. The Love Attracts Love motif printed on the front confirms the more love you give, the more love you'll receive. Features include boat neck, long sleeves with thumbhole-punched cuffs and an inspirational love message on the back. The snugly soft top is made in the USA. ♥ $108 at peaceloveworld.com.

For the chic modern girl with an artsy side, the Parisbaza Bag by Desigual, is right on trend. Measuring 20x28x7", it's roomy enough to use as an overnight bag. Features include a detachable adjustable shoulder strap, chain accent, zipper closure and outer pocket with magnetic fastening. The Barcelona-based company that embraces tolerance and difference, embodies positivity, and believes a fun work environment goes hand-in-hand with profitability, is as unique as its designs. And with 50% sustained annual growth in a highly competitive market, so is their success. $114 at desigual.com.

Another gift guys of all ages will love that their girlfriends will want to steal borrow is the Jam Plus Wireless Bluetooth Speaker from HMDX. Amazing sound quality and volume for a speaker that is less than 3" tall. Connects wirelessly with nearly all bluetooth-enabled devices including smartphones, tablets and most notebooks. Pair with a second Jam speaker for true stereo sound. Lithium-ion rechargeable battery for up to 6 hours of wireless play. USB charging cable included. $59.99 at hmdxaudio.com.

Add a touch of chic to any outfit with the Juliet Lace Scarf from Scarves Dot Net. It's so pretty, feminine, and sweetly romantic accessory. Available in three colors, we like this light pink and cream combination best, especially for Valentine's Day. Made of half light pink viscose and half cream lace with embroidered lace edging, it measures 71" long x 18" wide. Regularly $24.95, it's on sale for $21.21 at scarves.net. 

She will adore the Midnight Bloom Body Souffle by Naked Princess...and so will her Valentine! This ultra rich souffle is a unique and luxurious blend of burnt vanilla, musk, cinnamon, cocoa bean, autumn jasmine, vitamin F and botanical emollients. I'm rather picky about fragrance, this combination is soft, sensual and simply exquisite. Smooths, softens and instantly hydrates skin. The jar looks beautiful on a vanity and arrives in a beautiful gift box. A 5.6-oz. jar retails for $55 at nakedprincess.com. 

What's not to love about beautiful skin? Her skin {and his} will glow with the Professional Skin Care System by ToiletTree Products. Included in the 3-in-1 Waterproof System is a Pumice Stone for elbows, knees and feet, 2 facial exfoliators {medium and sensitive}, a Body Brush, and 4 AA-batteries. Available in several his and her colors and on sale at Amazon for $39.95.

Leave a Baci chocolate on their pillow for a sweet ending {or beginning☺}. Velvety dark chocolate enrobes a blend of chocolate and hazelnut cream and finely chopped hazelnuts crowned with a whole hazelnut. Using the original recipe from over 100 years ago, these decadent little babies each contain a love note inside. Ready for gifting in the sweet heart-shaped box with red silk bow. SRP: $7.95 available at Colavita.com.

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Many thanks to each of the brands featured for providing products and/or photos for our gift guide.