Quicker Than Cupid: Last Minute Valentine's Gifts

I cannot state this strongly enough. You simply cannot forget your love on Valentine's Day.
Even a love note will do. If you are still looking for inspiration....

Here: Eight Last Minute Ideas
That Will Get There On Time

Rebecca Minkoff New York Travel Pouch
What girl doesn't love New York?
Nordstrom's

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Burberry Sport Watch
Bloomingdale's

P.S. If you want to make sure you have this
terrific timepiece on time, buy on line and pick
it up in the store near you.

Jonathan Adler Muse Vase
Red roses or any flowers are better when
sealed with a kiss!
Shop Bop

Libratone
'ZIPP - Soul Collection' Take Along Wireless Speaker with Interchangeable Covers
Give the sound of music!
Nordstrom's

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Order by 3pm Eastern on February 12
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Solange Azagury-Partridge 
Stoned Eau de Parfum
Hands down, the best looking Perfume Bottle
for Valentine's Day. She'll fall stone cold in love!
Beauty Habit

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Constellation Chocolate Connection
Chocolates created by 25 of the world's greatest chefs.
A fabulous gift for a foodie!
Read about them at
If Only

The Love Note Necklace
The perfect package. This gift says it all.
FAB

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couples and women, too!
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The Beatles & The Best Of British Designers

Today's post was inspired by last night's Grammy salute to The Beatles.
The celebration of their 50th Anniversary tour in America, and debut on The Ed Sullivan Show, had me on my feet. Four bobbed British boys took the stage in skinny pants and pointy toe shoes.  The world has never been the same, and neither has British fashion design.


Here: Five Featured Top British Designers 

Burberry
Nothing is more iconic Brit than Burberry.  Established in 1856 by Thomas Burberry, who also invented "gabardine" in 1880.  The Burberry Trench Coat was designed as practical wear to be worn in the trenches by officers in World War I.  Today, we still equate the trench with Burberry, just today, it is updated in python, calfskin, patent leather or cowhide.

Burberry English Lace Trench
Burberry

Cotton Twill Trench 
For Infants and Toddlers
Burberry

Burberry Churchfield Lace
Bloomingdale's

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ISSA London
This London based label was launched in 2003 by Brazilian born Daniella Helaye. It’s an irresistible mix that’s won over an A-list following including Kiera Knightley, Jennifer Lopez and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and my own daughter for a very special interview.

ISSA Printed Silk Gown
Style Bop

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Saks Fifth Avenue

Printed Knot Front Dress
Harrods

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Temperley London
The namesake label of British designer, Alice Temperley,
this line is a Red Carpet favorite. I love the decidedly 
feminine vibe to the designs.

Temperley London
Primrose Dress
Shop Bop

Temperley London
Long Embroidered Magnolia Dress
Shop Bop

TEMPERLEY LONDON
Flora ruffle-appliquéd satin dress
Net-A-Porter

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Sarah Burton of Alexander McQueen

Sarah supervises the creative direction and development of all collections of the brand which includes women’s and men’s ready-to-wear and accessories, as well as the higher-end contemporary line, McQ which is also made up of women’s, men’s and accessories collections. Designer of the wedding dress for HRH the Duchess of Cambridge, 

Catherine Middleton to HRH Prince William.

MCQ ALEXANDER MCQUEEN
Optical Houndstooth Print Dress

Style Bop

Alexander McQueen Skull Bracelet

In keeping with Alexander's bad boy image,

his skull icons are highly collectible.

Zappos Couture

Alexander McQueen Feather Print Chiffon Gown
Luisavia Roma

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Stella McCartney
Known for her meticulous tailoring, ultra chic designs,
and a firm animal product free belief,  McCartney has
been awarded many awards for her super modern designs. Daughter of Beatle Paul McCartney, she simply had to be part of this posting!

Floral-Jacquard Coat
Super feminine with a thoroughly modern vibe.
Barney's New York

Falabella Shaggy Dear Fold Over Tote
One of my fave bags of the season!
Nordstrom's

Color Block Miracle Dress
Now this is genius. Get the details at
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Foodie Friday: Romantic Recipes For Valentine's Day & Beyond

(Via Dean and Deluca)

Serve up some love from your kitchen this

Valentine's Day.  Create a special treat for

the one you love, or step into the kitchen with

your significant other. Either way, the special

ingredient in all recipes is Love!

Here: 16 Romantic Recipes

Poached Shrimp with Lemon-Horseradish Dipping Sauce

Just make one of these, dip and share.

Epicurious

Goat Cheese Mousse with Red-Wine Caramel
From Karen Small at the Flying Fig in Cleveland.
Fix this for me and I'm yours!
Food and Wine

Grilled (or Broiled) Oysters with  
Sriracha Lime Butter
You know what they say about oysters!
Food 52

Raspberry Chocolate Kiss Cocktail
From Chef Michael Schulson, it's made with Nabisco
wafers and Mint-Infused Simple Syrup.
Martha Stewart

Spinach and Mushroom Ravioli
Such a pretty dish! It's Giada De Laurentiis' 
recipe that is just the perfect shade of red.
Food Network

Chocolate Mousse For all your Valentines
Chocolate. It is an aphrodisiac for most - especially me!
White On Rice Couple

Gruyère Fondue with Caramelized Shallots
I have made this recipe, and it is fabulous!
I can't think of a more fun and/or romantic
way to share food.
Epicurious

Beef Roulades With Walnut Parsley Pesto
I have made a variation of this.  Absolutely delicious!
Huffington Post

White Chocolate Crème Brûlée
How beautiful!
Williams-Sonoma

Seared Scallops With Finger Lime Beurre Blanc
So interesting. I never heard of a Finger Lime. 
They come with"pearls."  I'm in!
Saveur

Red Wine With Strawberries
A French favorite. This is one romantic drink.
Saveur

Garlic Rosemary Steak
And this recipe is why they call steak sexy.
Can you just imagine the aroma?
Bon Appetit

Strawberry Shortcake, Deconstructed
The Grand Marnier makes this special and very romantic!
By Ina Garten
House Beautiful

Roquefort Soufflés
Recipe by renowned chef Gail Simmons
My heart is already racing over this one!
Food and Wine

Triple Chocolate Tart with Boozy 
Whipped Cream
This dessert just makes me want to dip my finger in it.
Love the idea of the blend of textures.
Gourmet

Prosecco-Raspberry Gelée
A sophisticated and light dessert 
Epicurious

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