Happy Valentine's Day!

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Have a beautiful day!

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Seeing Red and Pink

I feel like people often get lumped into two categories when it comes to Valentine's Day, lovey-dovey lovers of the holiday and the anti-valentine.

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I fall somewhere in the middle.

As a lover of anything involving hearts I have no problem with Valentine's Day but the Future Hubs and I aren't really the go all out gift giving type, we are more the romantic candle lit dinner type.

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In past years we have enjoyed a nice dinner out but this year I am planning to make a nice dinner at home. The menu is still in the works but will likely involve either filet mignon or seafood and of course, a bottle of fine wine.

I'm certainly not against giving gifts though and for those of you that will be giving gifts this year I created a little gift guide that is fit for every pocket!

For Her

for the fragrance lover...

Clinique Happy Heart $42.50 (for fragrance only)

Coach Poppy $60

for the shoe lover...

Kate Spade Darla $298

for the accessory lover...

Forever 21 necklace $7.80

Forever 21 heart earring trio $3.80

Collection XIIX Sheer Tie Dye Scarf via Nordstrom $38.00

for the home decor lover...

Pier One love wall frames $59.95

Urban Outfitters heart chalkboard $36.00

 

For Him

for the fashionable man...

David Donahue dress shirt via Nordstrom $125.00

Gap vintage striped polo $29.50

for the well accessorized man...

Jack Spade wallet $150.00

Forever 21 Fedora $13.90

for the gadget lover...

U-control rc helicopter via Brookstone (FH has one!) $39.95

Apple iPod touch (starts at) $229.00

for the wine lover...

rabbit corkscrew via the Wine Enthusiast $59.95

adjustable temp wine chiller via Sharper Image $99.99

4 month membership to Wine of the Month Club, classic series $128.49

I would love to hear what your plans are for Valentine's Day!

did you get your honey a gift?

are you cooking up something delicious?

are you and your girlfriends having a night out?

let me know!

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My Weekend: Laid back Valentine's Day

Happy Monday everyone! Did you all have a lovely Valentine's Day weekend? I'll have to catch up on my blog reading to see all the fun.

We kept it low key and simple this year opting not to exchange gifts and just go out for a nice meal.

We tried out a restuarant downtown called Michael Timothy's Urban Bistro & Wine Bar. It is owned by the same couple that owns our favorite restaurant, Buckley's (where we went for our 1 year anniversary). The restaurant itself was very tiny, it felt a little like we were sitting on top of the table next to us. The food was phenomal though and since it is also a Wine Bar the wine selection was fab. I would definitely dine there again but maybe on a less busy night.

We did get dolled up for our dinner. I wore the blue Express skirt that I blogged about with a black puff sleeve top from H&M, Steve Madden Luxe heels and a couple of silver bangles. I also carried a sequin clutch from Coach. Ryan looked dapper in a blue Express shirt and black slacks.

I had the lamb and Ryan had the Filet Mignon. Both of our meals were fantastic. We even ordered desserts since it was our Valentine's Dinner. Coconut Rum Boston Creme Torte on the right.

On Valentines Day, we went to see Valentine's Day. It was cute, a few good laughs and romantic moments. Taylor Swift was awful and it was definitely not Love Actually.

Still cute though. I wore red in honor of the holiday and after the movie we went home to enjoy a bottle of Moet & Chandon White Star and relax.

I hope everyone had a great weekend. And for those of you who got today off, like me, I hope you are enjoying it!

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Some Snow Emergency That Was

On Tuesday evening the State of Massachusetts declared a state of emergency in anticipation of a huge winter storm, or N'Oreaster as they call it here (dumb). Needless to say, we had flurries all day Wednesday but nothing stuck. So no snow here. It seems really unusual for this part of the country to be getting less snow than the more Southern states. I am a little jealous of all your snow! Give it to me!

ummm, some of these if you please!

I am sure everyone is gearing up for their Valentine's Day weekend! I've been loving reading about everyone's plans. And for those people that say they hate Valentine's Day you can shut your little mouth. It's a holiday for love of all kinds, not just for a significant other.

Love your Mom & Dad, Siblings and Friends.

Eat some candy hearts & chocolates 

and stop being such a grouch!

I must say, and I'm sure you will get sick of my gushy lovey dovey engaged stuff soon enough, but I'm over the moon to be spending my first Valentine's Day with my fiance! You can stop rolling your eyes now, I'm done.

That's me over the moon

Also, I followed in Nicole's footsteps and I created a Tumblr account as a way to save all the images and things regarding weddings that inspire me.

Check it out if you like http://tangerinehearts.tumblr.com/

I hope everyone is having a lovely Thursday!

I have a delicious recipe to post when I get home from the hell hole office.

It's a side dish but so good I ate it for lunch! and so easy you can make it & take it to a dinner party!

Love you all

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Red, White and Pink

I'm talking Valentine's Day of course!! One day every year where we ladies are supposed to be spoiled silly by our men. Just kidding. While Valentine's Day has different meaning for everyone I mostly enjoy the holiday because of all the pink, red and hearts. Since I love hearts so much it's like a day made just for me haha.

 All the stores are decked out and ready to assault your eyes with everything cutesy so prepare yourself before embarking on a shopping trip! I decided to pick a few things I like that say Valentine's Day to me, wether you are attached or single you can certainly enjoy cute Valentine's inspired clothes or accessories. Or even some gifts to give your Gal pals, or yourself because gifts for yourself are alwyas in fashion.

Tee, flip flops and socks from Old Navy

I don't recommend wearing the socks and flops together...

Sunglasses, pillow cases and photo frame from Urban Outfitters

Pink Amethyst ring from Macys

Red Rose Dress from Arden B

Tops from Forever 21

Poppy totes from Coach

Pink knit dress from Ann Taylor Loft

Red pumps and heart tote from BeBe

Tote also available in pink

Candy heart undies from Express comes with 4 adorable pairs

Remember when you were little? Did your Mom deck you out in red or pink or both? Mine did. This year I will proabably dress myself in V-day colors, but not in a onesie or overalls like back in the day.

Anyone making  big plans for Valentine's Day? We decided to skip gifts and just go out to dinner but I'd love to hear what everyone else is planning!

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XOXO

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