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Valentine’s Day: Gift Guide for Him
sunglassesHappy Wednesday y’all! We’re half way through the week and we’re also ONE WEEK away from Valentine’s Day! Don’t worry though, there’s still time to get that special guy in your life a sweet gift. Personally, I think shopping for guys is extremely difficult, so I figured I’d try to help out.

I’ve put together my top 10 favorite gift ideas for Valentine’s Day for him.

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Ray-Ban ‘New Wayfarer’ 55mm Sunglasses – $143.00 These sunglasses are actually really cool. They come in 2 colors (brown and black). Classic styling offers full UV protection on sunglasses with patented G-15 lenses, allowing you to see true, accurate colors. I know that they’re a little pricey, but in my opinion, Ray-Bans are so worth it! You can also find these sunglasses at:
Nordstrom Men’s Shop Stripe Silk Tie – $49.50 This tie comes in 5 different colors. Available exclusively at Nordstrom, the Nordstrom Men’s Shop offers modern essentials with timeless style and trusted quality. Every piece is designed to make the wearer look effortlessly well-dressed – and ready for any occasion. Ranging from casual to formal, Nordstrom Men’s Shop clothing, shoes and accessories go from work to weekend and beyond with ease. If Robert worked somewhere that he needed a tie everyday, I would totally get this for him.

Picnic Time Craft Beer Flight Holder – $49.95 Ok, how cool is this beer flight? Handsome acacia-wood construction enriches a smart beer-flight holder that comes packaged with four classic glasses to hold your favorite craft brews. Holds 4 glasses and features a chalkboard panel and hollowed spaces under each glass to hold beer caps. I mean, what guy wouldn’t love this gift! You can also buy this beer set from:
1. Bed, Bath & Beyond for only $35.99
2. Target (more expensive and has the Chargers NFL logo)
3. Nordstrom (has NFL logo etched on the glass)
Nike Men’s Free RN Flynit Lace Up Sneakers – $130.00 I bought Robert these shoes for Christmas and he loves them! They are super comfortable and look good enough that you can wear them at other times and not just for working out. You can also find them at:
1. Finish Line for only $69.98
2. Road Runner Sports for only $99.95
Fitbit Charge 2 – $129.95 This Fitbit is onside and is regularly priced at $150. It comes in black and in blue. I love that it’s small enough that it doesn’t look to chunky on the wrist. This is perfect for the athletic guy in your life! You can find this at:
1. FitBit.com for only $120
2. Amazon for only $120
3. Target for only $120
S’well Teakwood Bottle, 17 oz – $35.00 How cool is this bottle!? S’Well’s sleek, chic faux bois water bottle lets you bring your drink stylishly on the go. Each bottle features a wide mouth that makes it easy to fill, add ice cubes and clean. Holds 17 ounces. It keeps your drink cold for 24 hours and hot for 12 hours. This brand is so great because they donate a portion of the proceeds from the sale of each bottle to UNICEF to help provide clean drinking water to children around the world. You can find this water bottle at:
1. S’Well website
2. Nordstrom
3. Urban Outfitters
Under Armour ‘Playoff’ Loose Fit Short Sleeve Polo – $64.99 This polo comes in 5 colors. Four-way stretch and sweat-wicking technology increase the comfort of a lightweight, three-button polo that you can wear on the links or to the office. Robert loves these polos and wears them when we go out for a little nicer dinner or for photo shoots! You can also purchase this at:
1. Under Armour on sale for $48.74
2. Eastbay.com
i.am plus Buttons Bluetooth Wireless Headphones – $99.99 These headphones are currently on sale and are normally $199.95! These wireless headphones by i.am plus feature an iconic circular design and offer up to eight hours of continuous playing time. Everyone needs a pair of wireless headphones, so why not get these while they’re on sale? You can also find them at:
1. Target for full price
2. Nordstrom for full price
KAKKOii Qb Pantone Micro Bluetooth Speaker – $35.00 This speaker is currently on sale! It’s regularly $50.00! It comes in 2 different colors. The rechargeable battery provides 3-4 hours of playtime. You can also buy this speaker at Amazon.

Cathy’s Concepts Mustache Pilsner Glasses – $44.00 Every guy would laugh at these glasses and then drink their beer out of them. Sip your favorite brew from a set of handblown pilsner glasses that feature four different mustaches for a little lighthearted fun. This is along the same lines as the beer glasses above, but full size. You can also find these at:
1. Amazon for $40.50
2. Wayfair.com for $55
Those are my top 10 picks for gifts to get him for Valentine’s Day. There are tons of other great gifts out there, but these are my faves and all Robert approved. All of these gifts are either from Bloomingdale’s or Nordstrom, but I’ve linked other places that you can buy from!

Shipping:
- Bloomingdale’s: If you sign up to become a Loyalist (their rewards program), shipping is always free. If you don’t sign up, it’s free shipping after $150.
- Nordstrom: Always free shipping and free returns
QUESTION: What’s your favorite gift to get or receive on Valentine’s Day? Let me know in the comments below!

XOXO
February 7, 2018
Valentine’s Day: Gift Guide for Her
pillow bangle Kate Spade Macy’s bottle mask set 10 8 8 5 4 2 candleHappy Friday y’all! I’m at work today, but I can’t stop thinking about how Valentine’s Day is just under two weeks away! I know that shopping for that special girl in your life can be hard. But I know that coming up with a gift that you would want can be even harder! Personally, I can never come up with my own gift ideas, so I figured I’d try to help out any indecisive gals out there.

I’ve put together my top 10 favorite gift ideas for Valentine’s Day for her. Maybe you could even forward this to bae to give him a little hint about what you want!

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Voluspa Prosecco Rose 11-ounce Corta Maison Candle – $30.00 This candle from Bloomingdale’s has 60 hours of burn time and is made with coconut wax. It is phthalate, paraben and sulfate-free and there was no animal testing. This candle was also made in the USA! How perfect is this candle for that special lady in your life? This could be such a romantic gift for your special someone OR the perfect Galentine’s Day gift to your BFF. You can also find this candle at:
1. The Voluspa website
2. Nordstrom
3. Anthropologie for only $28
4. Distinctive-Décor.com for only $26
Alex and Ani Love Charm Expandable Wire Bangle – $28.00 This bracelet comes in either a gold or silver color and is made in the USA. Alex and Ani bracelets are the perfect gift for any special gal in your life. They’re fairly inexpensive, but the quality is excellent and it’s super thoughtful. You can also find this bracelet at:
1. Alex and Ani (right now it’s only available in a rose gold finish)
2. Nordstrom in both the gold and silver
GLAMGLOW #Multimasking Mask Treatment Gift Set – $39.00 ($97 value) Ok, who doesn’t love masks?? This mask set comes with 6 items. It is good for normal, oily, dry or combination skin. It is an exclusive, travel-friendly set of 6 cult-favorite mask treatments, so you can multi-mask on the go. This is perfect the perfect solution for pores, oiliness, and acne and blemishes. The set includes:
1. Supermud Clearing Treatment
2. Youthmud Tinglexfoliate Treatment
3. Gravitymud Firming Treatment
4. Thirstymud Hydrating Treatment
5. Flashmud Brightening Treatment
6. Powermud Dualcleanse Treatment
I know this is definitely on my hint list for Robert. I love GLAMGLOW products, so this is a no brainer for me. If you buy this item from Bloomingdale’s, you’ll earn double points in beauty if you are a Loyalist. You can also buy this gift set from:
1. Sephora
2. GLAMGLOW
3. Amazon
S’Well Pink Topaz Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle – $35.00 How cute is this pink bottle!? Y’all already know pink is my favorite color so I love this already. Stay hydrated in style with a sleek, double-walled stainless-steel water bottle featuring ThermaS’well fabrication that keeps cold drinks cold for up to 24 hours and hot drink hot for up to 12. Each bottle features a wide mouth that makes it easy to fill, add ice cubes and clean. Holds 17 ounces. This brand is so great because they donate a portion of the proceeds from the sale of each bottle to UNICEF to help provide clean drinking water to children around the world. You can find this water bottle at:
Kate Spade miss to mrs. insulated tumbler – $18.00 As you all know I’m getting married in June and I think this cup is soooo cute. I’m also a huge love of Kate Spade so double love here. This is an insulated travel tumbler with flashy metallic graphics. Holds 20 ounces! You can find this tumbler at:
Baublebar Gabriela Tassel Fringe Earrings – $48.00 These earrings are super popular right now. Tiered tassels define head-turning statement earrings that frame your face in vibrant color. These are a 4” drop and 1” width. If you don’t like the pink, you can get them in a variety of colors. You can also purchase these from:
1. BAUBLEBAR
2. Bloomingdale’s
Kate Spade ‘post court’ heart dish – $20.00 This heart-shaped dish is perfect for putting your jewelry in at the end of the day. Put your heart into decorating with this sweetly shaped porcelain dish that provides a clever and colorful update to your space. You can also purchase this at Kate Spade.

Kate Spade All My Love Hinge Bangle – $78.00 How cute is this bangle with the hearts on it. Wear your heart on your wrist with this charming multi-heart bangle bracelet. The bracelet is 7.5” circumference and has a hinge closure. It is 12K gold-plated base metal/enamel/cubic zirconia. You can also find this bracelet at:
Slip Silk Pillowcase – $79.00 Silk Pillowcases are all the rage right now. Cotton grabs your hair and twists it at the root throughout the night, damaging on your hair and causing bed-head in the morning, whereas slipsilk is so gentle on your hair, it allows your hairstyle or blow-dry to last overnight. Unlike cotton, which draws moisture from your face, hair and scalp, slipsilk breathes and is a natural temperature regulator. I have a silk pillowcase and I can’t say enough good things about it. You can also buy these pillows at:
1. Sephora (only available in gold and black)
2. Nordstrom
3. Anthropologie
4. Pottery Barn
Levtex Pompom Heart Accent Pillow – $44.99 “A textured heart adds a sweet finish to this crisp canvas accent pillow.” This pillow is so freakin cute! I seriously wish I had a couch because I would buy this right now for myself! I can’t find this pillow anywhere except for Nordstrom.

Those are my top 10 picks for gifts to get her for Valentine’s Day. There are tons of other great gifts out there, but these are my faves. All of these gifts are either from Bloomingdale’s or Nordstrom, but I’ve linked other places that you can buy from!

Shipping:
- Bloomingdale’s: If you sign up to become a Loyalist (their rewards program), shipping is always free. If you don’t sign up, it’s free shipping after $150.
- Nordstrom: Always free shipping and free returns
QUESTION: what do y’all do for Valentine’s Day? Let me know if you go all out with your significant other or do you prefer a laid back celebration?

XOXO
February 2, 2018