February has arrived and there’s no better time to show yourself or those special people in your life some love! This month we’ve pulled together a list of perfect treats for Valentine’s Day, “Galentine’s Day” or just a regular old Thursday! Drop some hints to your sweetie, or just be sweet to yourself — it’s all about spreading the love!
FLOWERS, FLOWERS, FLOWERS!
Flowers on Flowers
Shakespeare penned the phrase, “A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” These long-stemmed real roses, plated and trimmed in 24-karat gold, are sure to make your love swoon this Valentine’s Day! Find them for $78 each at Clater Jewelers.
Long-stemmed roses, plated and trimmed in 24-karat gold, $78 each, at Clater Jewelers
Beautiful blooms
Nothing tops a classic! Get your lady the flowers that will wow her this Valentine’s Day. Find this gorgeous floral arrangement for just $50 at Blooms Boutique.
Valentine’s Day floral arrangement, $50, at Blooms Boutique
FOR YOUR GALENTINE
Grow old together
No date? No problem. Show the No. 1 boss babe in your life that you’re in this awesome friendship for the long haul, and this cute little reminder ensures that life is only getting better! Find this for $8 at Darling State of Mind.
“Cool old ladies” sign, $8, at Darling State of Mind
Create some cocktails
You don’t have to be single to spend Valentine’s Day with your girls. In the words of Michelle Obama, “I love my husband, and he is my rock, but my girlfriends are my sanity.” Celebrate with the ladies you love the most with this “Galentine’s Day” book, loaded with amazing food and cocktail recipes for you and your gals to savor. Find it for $16.99 at Home Inspired.
“Be My Galentine” cookbook, $16.99, at Home Inspired
Your cup runneth over
Their heart will skip a beat when they see this handcrafted mug of love. You won’t find it on a shelf, however. These made-to-order mugs are a well-kept secret that we’re only sharing with our readers. Order yours for $27 at Stoneware and Co.
Hand crafted heart mug, $27, at Stoneware & Co.
FOR THE FOODIE
Macarons
Satisfy your sweetheart’s sweet tooth this Valentine’s Day with a culinary delight. After all, if it’s from the City of Love, can you really go wrong? Grab a pack of six for $16 at Macaron Bar.
Six macarons, $16, at Macaron Bar
Chocolate love
Strawberries and champagne and truffles — it’s all the classic romantic flavors in one decadent chocolate bar. This craft chocolate will knock your love’s socks off! Find them for $4.99 each at Peace of the Earth.
Strawberry champagne truffle chocolate bar, $4.99, at Peace of the Earth
Tea party
A Louisville love and the perfect dip for ladies’ night — cheddar pecan torte & benedictine might be better than having a boyfriend. Throw a Galentine’s Day tea party and serve up some delicate cucumber sandwiches for a fun and fancy celebration. Find our favorite benedictine for $6 and cheddar pecan torte for $16 at The Cheddar Box.
Benedictine, $6, and cheddar pecan torte, $16, at The Cheddar Box
We like you, gelato!
We’re going hazel-NUTS over the gelato at Atlantic No. 5. Take your sweetie for an even sweeter treat, and go on a cute date to get a delicious scoop. With flavors like cookies and cream, hazelnut and coconut mocha, it’s sure to melt your special someone’s heart. Find gelato for $3.75 for one scoop and $5.50 for two scoops at Atlantic No. 5.
Gelato, $3.75 for one scoop and $5.50 for two scoops, at Atlantic No. 5
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GIFTS FOR GUYS
Baptized in bourbon
You know what they say — bourbon makes the heart grow fonder. Cap off this Valentine’s Day with a gift that shows your Valentine you love them a little more than you love Louisville. Find it for $25 at Art Eatables.
“Baptized in Bourbon” hat, $25, at Art Eatables
Batter up!
Pick up a one-of-a-kind world famous Louisville Slugger if you’re looking for a gift that will hit it out of the park. It’s a guaranteed home run! Find a bat for $24.99 at the Louisville Slugger Museum.
Louisville Slugger bats, $24.99 each, at Louisville Slugger Museum
Beard bliss
Don’t split hairs this Valentine’s Day. Get your man the tools he needs to take his beard from itchy and scratchy to soft and dreamy. Find this beard balm and beard oil set for $25 at Bawston & Tucker.
Beard balm and oil set, $25, at Bawston & Tucker
Bourbon coasters
Out-“glass” the competition with these slick leather coasters for your special someone. Any self-respecting bourbon lover will simply adore these on their coffee table. Find them for $6 each or 4 for $20 at Red Tree.
Leather bourbon coasters, $6 each or 4 for $20, at Red Tree
SPA DAY
Don’t let love fizzle.
If you’re looking to light the fuse on your perfect Valentine’s Day, look no further. This fizzling bath confetti will deliver a refreshing, fizzy bath and a spa-like peppermint aroma. Find it for $16 at Moss Hill.
Fizzling bath confetti, $16, at Moss Hill
Floral bath soak
Make a splash with a bath soap made of salts, rose petals, lavender and botanical and essential oils. This bath soap is designed to soothe and relax. Find it for $5 at Baerden Primitives.
Floral bath soak, $5, at Baerden Primitives
SAY THAT YOU LOVE ME
You had us at “merlot”
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a “grape” pair of socks from this sparkling Louisville boutique. With a collection of custom colors, these clever and colorful socks will certainly bring smiles. Find these Valentine’s-themed socks for $10 each at Apricot Lane.
Valentine’s-themed socks, $10 each, at Apricot Lane
Love big
This one’s for the lovebirds who want to wear their feelings on their sleeve. These tailor-made wrist bands don’t cost an arm and a leg, but they sure will win you a head and heart. Find them for $24 each at the KMAC Museum.
Handmade leather bracelets, $24, at KMAC Museum
Congratulations
Nosing around for the perfect gift for those newlyweds you know? We’ve got you covered. Show the happy couple in your life that you know what’s up with a tongue-in-cheek reminder of where their lives are headed. Find it for $12.95 at Bliss Home.
Tea towel, $12.95, at Bliss Home
ACCESSORIES
Floral printed earrings
Along with love, seasonal weather is on the horizon! We absolutely love these floral print earrings because they’re perfect for a casual spring look. Find them for $18 at Collections.
Floral print earrings, $18, at Collections
Gold choker
This polished gold coin drop chain choker is delicate and fun. It dangles right above the collar bones, making it a beautiful addition to any outfit. Find it for $20 at Finds Design.
Polished gold coin drop chain choker, $20, at Finds Design
We hope your February is filled with love and great FINDS! Remember to tag us in your finds at #MySBFind on Instagram and follow us @styleblueprintlville.
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