Salvatore Ferragamo Incanto Bloom ($62)

Inaugurating Ferragamo’s Parfums Incanto Cult Collection, Bloom is a thoughtful and creatively designed fragrance. With Ferragamo’s iconic Vara bow as inspiration and tea roses, grapefruit flowers, musk, cashmere wood, and freesia (carefully balanced by fragrance guru Sophie Labbe), Bloom combines the fashion and style of modern women everywhere. I love the sleekness of the opalescent white bottle and the natural, bright, and sophisticated tones of this fragrance. Available exclusively at Bloomingdales and at www.bloomingdagles.com.

Parfums des Beaux Arts Les Rouges Collection ($50)

When the peeps at Parfums des Beaux Arts say that this collection is “better than a box of even the finest chocolates,” they are not kidding! Every thing about this fabulous collection from niche perfumer Dawn Spencer is luxurious and exquisite. Each gift box comes with 4 miniature fragrances (Oeillets Rouges [red carnations], Fleurs d’Oranger [a rich orange blossom], Poivre [pepper], and Piment et Chocolat [pepper & chocolate] – the last two hands down my favorites. Mature and complex, these are fragrances to bring out in special occasion!) bound to each become her favorite in no time. Plus the entire packaging is handmade, hand poured and hand stamped. Available at www.dshperfumes.com.

By Kilian Prelude to Love ( $225)

Part of By Kilian’s L’Ouvre Noire collection, Prelude to Love is everything a fragrance should be – even if you haven’t realized it yet. One sniff and you’re hooked – for life! Luxuriously and extraordinarily created and crafted (for example, you’ll never throw away the perfume bottle. When you finish the fragrance, you simply refill the bottle at By Killian counters), this fragrance is perfectly infused with Florentine iris, orange blossoms, Bulgarian roses, Pink pepper berries, musk, and freesia. The result? A crisp and inviting scent that is unlike any other out there. Available at www.bykilian.com and at select stores nationwide. 

Michael Kors’ Very Hollywood Must-Haves Set ($65)

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, bring your honey a bit of Hollywood glam and style with this fabulous gift set. The fragrance is the focus point here, and wow factor abounds. From the vintage glam inspired bottle to the sparkling mandarin, gardenia, and vetiver fragrance, this is THE gift for the glam siren in your life. What will she get? A 1.7 oz Very Hollywood Eau de Parfum spray and a mini roller ball with charms to take anywhere with her. What will you get? I can only imagine….

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Now imagine that they’re all produced from renewable resources. What’s more, a portion of all sales is donated to environmental organizations.  Oh, and did I mention that these are the cutest bags around?

Check out their Bowling bag ($59.00), for example.  This versatile bag (it’s great for everyday use or traveling) has a waterproof lining and two inside pockets to keep small items safe and secure.  It comes neatly packaged in Apple&Bee’s signature dust bag and features their exclusive designs—I am in love with turtledove red.

Apple&Bee’s bags are available at select stores. Go to www.appleandbee.com to find the one nearest you.

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Alter-ego, buddy, hero, inspiration—each of these pint-sized cuties is an original whimsical work of art (handmade and fair trade) and costs only $ 10.00. Made from one continuous piece of string, these quirky characters come equipped with a lobster-claw key ring so your sweetie or so-and-so will always be reminded that you’ve got them pegged.

 Visit www.kamibashi.com to get yours.

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Jo Malone The Red Roses Fragrance Chronicle ($95)

First introduced on Valentine’s Day in 1996 and composed from 7 of the worlds most expensive varieties of roses, Red Roses Cologne  combines fresh cut flowers and fragrant herbs to create a enticing and sensual scent. Pair it with one of the 3 other fragrances included in the collection (Moroccan Mint Leaf, Ice Rose, and Honeycomb) to create an individual scent and mood. Available at Jo Malone shops, www.jomalone.com and high-end department stores.

Flirt! Rock-n-Rebel Perfume Spray ($35)

Everything about this new Flirt fragrance will please your sweetheart. The packaging is gorgeous and the tattoo-like graphic label reminiscent of hard-core rock-n-roll with its heart and roses. And then there’s the fragrance. It’s perfectly balanced between fruity and floral, with blackberry, apple nectar, white peach, pink grapefruit, and freesia. Add to the mix lotus blossoms, black dahlia, tonka bean, red vanilla orchid, and cashmere woods and you got naughty but nice!  Available exclusively at Kohl’s Department stores and at www.kohls.com.

crazylibellule and the poppies Free and in Love Collection ($41)

The scent-geniuses at crazylibellule and the poppies have found the perfect inspiration for their Valentine’s Day solid perfume sticks gift set in their own fragrances. Their pairing of Les Divines Aloves “Amoureuse” (a powdery rose with sandalwood undertones), Poule de Luxe “Vanilla Pom D’Amour” (a fruity vanilla balanced by musk), and Les Garconnes “Chere Louise” (a sophisticated mix of hyacinth and roses) evokes desire, sensuality, and love. The packaging is simply adorable – and if your sweetie has not yet tried solid perfumes, she will love this opportunity. Available at www.b-glowing.com as well as selected stores nationwide. 

Juliette Has a Gun Rechargeable Purse Bullet in Miss Charming ($75)

Where to begin? With the fragrance or with the packaging? Well, in my mind, the allure here is equally divided between the two. Juliette Has a Gun, created by Romano Ricci, is edgy, unconventional, and elegant. Miss Charming (deemed by Ricci as “the fragrance of a virgin witch, docile and provocative” !!!!) blends Morrocan rose, musks and wild fruits. The rechargeable purse bullet – a sleek silver provocatively designed ‘bullet’, comes pre-loaded with one 4 oz concentrated oil vial and is ideal for on-the-go gals. The set comes with 3 extra refill vials. Available at select stores including Henri Bendel and at www.luckyscent.com and www.beautyhabit.com. 

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Ole Henriksen Men’s Kit ($70)

Made to impress and wow, this kit has everything your guy needs and didn’t even know: On the Go Cleanser is a super cool gel cleanser bursting with vitamin C; Sheer Transformation is light and quickly absorbed by the skin; Walnut Complexion Scrub gently exfoliates pores while soothing and healing the skin with aloe vera and chamomile; Natural Hair Wash cleans and conditions hair with one clean swoop. A hit among celebrities (Prince and Mark Wahlberg are fans!), this kit is luxurious without being extravagant  - a must-have condition in the perfect gift! Available at Sephora stores everywhere and at www.olehenriksen.com.

Gage for men Daily Shampoo & Daily Conditioner ($10 each)

Created by hair wizard Bennie Pollard, Gage for Men is all about great hair care, affordable prices, and multi-purpose. The Daily Shampoo and Daily Conditioner are great in cleaning and conditioning hair and scalp, removing styling aids residue, and keeping his locks soft and silky with a subtle masculine scent. Check out www.benniefactor.com for retailers.

Jack Black Clean & Cool Body Basics ($49)

Now, this is the gift to top all gifts. An amazing collection put together with every guy in mind, Jack Black’s Clean & Cool Body Basics includes 4 of their most popular body care products neatly packaged in a clear signature bag – ready to be given as a gift and taken with him anywhere he goes. The All Over Wash is a guaranteed hit – he can wash every part of this body – including his hair and face – with it. You might have a bit of trouble leaving the Industrial Strength Hand Healer alone – it’s that good and non-greasy. Add to the mix a Cool Moisture Body Lotion and Pit Boss (their gentle but super strong deodorant) and you got yourself a super deal. Available at Sephora stores everywhere and at www.getjackblack.com.

Payot Optimale 24 Hour Deodorant ($25)

Now, paying $25 might seem a little steep for a deodorant for your guy but this one is well worth it. Super ultra refreshing, this roll-on deodorant helps regulate perspiration and keep pits dry all day long. One application and you’re done! In other words, this one last for a while – and I bet he’ll love the subtle but masculine scent. Check out www.payot.com for retailers.

Korres Absinthes Shave Cream ($22)

I’ve nothing but mad love for Korres – the Greek apothecary that has been making waves and waves in the US and the rest of the world. Founded on the notion that natural is better, Korres believes that the best way to solve a problem is to target it specifically. And their Absinthes Shave Cream does just that. Brushless, non-foaming, and formulated with a milder pH, this cream smooths the skin and ensures a close shave all at the same time. Absinthe extract is also a great anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and refreshing. Available at Sephora stores everywhere and at www.korres.com.

So, how are you going to pamper your guys this Valentine’s Day?

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