The month of love has arrived, and we’re celebrating with some Cupid-approved FINDS from across the South. We’ve rounded up some Valentine’s Day accouterments; unique gift ideas and for him, her, the kids and yourself; plus a few swoon-worthy fashion statements to last beyond the season. We’re falling hard for these February FINDS!
SHOW THE HOME SOME LOVE
Copper heart on canvas
This patina heart is the perfect gift for that special someone in your life. Attached to a painted white canvas and hammered for texture, this art piece will compliment any home perfectly. Find it at Alabama Goods for $35.99.
Copper heart artwork, $35.99, at Alabama Goods | Image: Alabama Goods
Book of Southernisms
Bless your heart! This book of Southernisms is a thoughtful gift for moms, in-laws, teachers and neighbors. With beautiful illustrations and witty, Southern sentiments, this is sure to be a beloved gift for years to come. Find this for $14.95 at It’s A Southern Thing.
Book of Southernisms, $14.95, at It’s A Southern Thing | Image: It’s A Southern Thing
Shaggy throw
Snuggle up and escape the cold this Valentine’s Day under this ultra-plush blanket. This is truly the gift that keeps on giving! Find it for $59 at Dorm Decor.
Shaggy throw, $59, at Dorm Decor. Image: Dorm Decor
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SPORT YOUR LOVE
V-Day sweater
Bundle up in festive fashion with this fun Lisa Todd “Straight Arrow” sweater. We love the bright heart, cozy fabric and striped cuffs. Find it for $195 at Birmingham boutique Manhattan South or online here!
Straight arrow sweater, $195, at Manhattan South. Image: Manhattan South
Love stud earring
We are so into mismatched studs these days, and this is the perfect one to add into your rotation this month. Pair it with a simple gold or diamond earring, or grab two to create a pair! Grab this little gem for $65 from a Hemline boutique or online.
Love stud, $65, at Hemline | Image: Hemline
Pale pink earrings
Feel pretty in pink this Valentine’s Day with these gorgeous drop earrings from Kendra Scott. Be sure to send this to your Valentine to drop a not-so-subtle hint – we don’t judge! Find these for $60 at a Kendra Scott shop or online.
Drop earrings, $60, at Kendra Scott | Image: Kendra Scott
FOR YOUR SWEET TOOTH
Cookies
Spoil your cookie-loving friends, coworkers and family this Valentine’s Day with a dozen beautifully iced cookies from Christie Cookie Co. for $40, or indulge in a 16-inch custom cookie cake for $45. Now, this is a love language we can all agree on. Get yours from Nashville’s Germantown or 12 South locations, or shop the full selection online.
One Dozen Valentine’s Day cookies, $45, at Christie Cookie Co.
Bite-sized cakes
These bite-sized delights will satisfy anyone on your list’s sweet tooth! Caroline’s Cakes’ heart-shaped cake bites are available by the dozen in two flavors: strawberry buttercream with white cake or raspberry buttercream with chocolate cake. Order yours for $25 on SB Shop.
Heart-shaped cake bites by Caroline’s Cakes, $25, on SB Shop
Box of chocolates
Ditch the drug store chocolates for this handcrafted option. As gorgeous as it is delicious, Birmingham-based Chocolata Artisanal Chocolatier has crafted the perfect box of chocolates for your valentine. Find this gift box ranging from $6.75 to $13.50 at the Birmingham shop or online.
Valentine gift box, $6.75 to $13.50, at Chocolata | Image: Chocolata
LUXE ACCESSORIES
Cashmere wrap
Complete your Valentine’s Day look and add this cozy staple to your wardrobe. The Kinross Cashmere spray print scarf is available in a variety of colors and worth the splurge this winter! Get yours from one of the Copper Penny shops across the South, or shop online for $245.
Cashmere scarf, $245, at Copper Penny | Image: Copper Penny
Wallet
This Debre Wallet is a minimalist’s dream and the perfect gift for your loved one. The interior has six card slots and three slit pockets for cash, receipts, a checkbook or even a passport. It can even hold a small journal and pen so you can write down your sweet nothings. Find this for $65 from Memphis boutique Falling Into Place or online.
Wallet, $65, at Falling Into Place | Image: Falling Into Place
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Sunglasses
Step up your shade game with the Cambridge glasses in Heroine Chic from Barton Perreira, and you will never look back. With spring break around the corner, this snag is sure to go to good use. Get this splurge-worthy eye candy now for $590 at the Nashville store or online!
Cambridge sunglasses, $590, at Barton Perreira | Image: Barton Perreira
Gold necklace
Jewelry is always a good choice for Valentine’s Day, and we can’t stop swooning over this gorgeous necklace. Cindi Earl Fine Jewelry’s 14-karat gold necklace inlaid with a single diamond is available for the extra-special someone for $395.
Gold necklace, $395, at Cindi Earl Fine Jewelry | Image: Cindi Earl Fine Jewelry
FOR THE KIDDOS
Heart outfit
Cover your little bundle of joy with hearts (and kisses) during the month of love. We can’t get enough of this adorable heart-covered outfit set from Arcade. Grab the blouse for $66, the trousers for $61 or BOTH from Arcade’s Nashville storefront. You can also shop online.
Heart outfit, $127, at Arcade
FOR THE GUY YOU LOVE
Cigar subscription box
For the novice or the experienced cigar lover, CigarClub.com provides a unique experience for each person’s individual taste. Inside each box, the giftee will find hand-picked selections for their curated taste and a sample gift. SB Shop offers three subscription packages for three, six or 12 months, starting at $100.
CigarClub.com subscription, starting at $100, at SB Shop
Button-down
Whether you’re looking to spruce up his look for your Valentine’s date or give a gift that he’ll be able to wear from work to happy hour, the red tattersall cotton button-down from Onward Reserve is an ideal choice. Created with soft, natural fibers, this button-down is one he’ll want to live in, seriously. Find yours for $115 at Onward Reserve or shop online.
Button-down, $115, at Onward Reserve
Cheers to a love-drenched February!
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