2008 VALENTINE’S DAY GIFT GUIDE

A kitchen torch, because your girlfriend loves creme brulee, even though she never cooks. Monogrammed silver cuff links for the beloved who doesn’t own a shirt with French cuffs. They say it’s the thought that counts, but what exactly were you thinking?

This Valentine’s Day, you’re planning ahead, because you are charming, romantic, funny, and sweet – and you’d like a gift to match. How thoughtful.

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• Circle Stud Earring

  

  A crucial variation on the classic gold hoop. When worn, these stud earrings appear as tiny, complete circles resting on her earlobes. They come in gold, silver, and rose gold. She’ll rarely take them out.

  $32 at Rare Device

  Posted: 30 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Leica Mini Digital Camera

  

  Like a good, solid, old school camera, only tiny. And you don’t have to deal with film.

  $225 at Urban Outfitters

  Posted: 30 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Tulips, 20 Stems

  

  Save the roses for some other day. Martha Stewart Flowers are fantastic and they don’t come with an ugly vase, so you can use your own.

  $30 at Martha Stewart Flowers

  Posted: 29 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Peacock Cuff Links

  

  Retro-inspired peacock cufflinks for your preener.

  $64 at Imogene and Annie

  Posted: 28 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Dictionary Book Box

  

  Everyone needs a treasure box. Or a stash box. Your call.

  $30 at Curiosity Shoppe

  Posted: 25 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Brownie of the Month Club

  

  It’s really a shame you can’t choose what time of the month these will arrive.

  $84 at Zingerman's

  (Price varies by number of months.)

  Posted: 25 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Graffiti Message

  

  You write a love note, pay the fee, and this service will spray paint your message on the West-Bank Barrier. You and your recipient each get three photos emailed to you.

  via Josh Spear

  $44 at Send a Message

  (Price converted from Euros.)

  Posted: 24 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Poet’s Feather Quill Pen

  

  I find this hilarious. Bonus if presented with a poem you’ve written for your beloved.

  $10 at Gifts for Professionals

  Posted: 24 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Sleep Shirt

  

  You’re 6’5” and she’s 4’11”, but you’ve always wished she’d sleep in your shirts.

  $35 at Gap Body

  Posted: 23 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Learning to Love You More

  

  Learning to Love You More is a book full of ideas awaiting an artist. It started as a web site created by artists Miranda July and Harrell Fletcher. Participants can submit their work for potential inclusion in one of the artists’ presentations, or they can put it in a lovely box and tuck it under their beds.

  $14 at Amazon

  Posted: 22 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Powder Coated Ring

  

  I bought one of these comfortable, unique rings for my husband when our son was born. It’s powder-coated stainless steel with a tiny suggestion of color on the outside, and a bright pop on the inside. Comes in nine flavors.

  $170 at Konzuk

  Posted: 22 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Wild Weekend Naughty Novelties Variety Pack

  

  Spend Valentine’s Day finding the perfect fit.

  $10 at Amazon

  Posted: 17 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Red Cashmere Socks

  

  Admittedly, you’ll need to know your audience with this gift. Would he consider a pair of impractical, bright cashmere socks a luxury he wouldn’t ordinarily afford himself? Does he pay attention to details when he dresses? Could you imagine him featured on a street fashion blog? All right, that’s our guy.

  Otherwise, you’re just getting him socks for Valentine’s Day. Seriously? Socks?

  $48 at Saks Fifth Avenue

  Posted: 17 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Robin Deep Red Pendant

  

  You’ll note that this necklace is not shaped like a heart. This is key.

  $40 at Dreams and Jewelry

  Posted: 17 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Plush Anatomical Heart

  

  Your Valentine isn’t into teddy bears.

  $8 at Shannon Gerard

  Posted: 16 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

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