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February 6th, 2009
Ok, so we know the single gals out there get sick of hearing us “taken ladies” talk about the men in our lives. And we completely understand that this time of year can be more trying for those of us without a guy, what with the reminders of love and couple-dom everywhere. We get it! And we were definitely guilty of complaining about love and the corporate-ness of V-Day when we were manless. So we know how it is on both sides of the fence. But love it or hate it, Valentine’s Day the holiday of love, so if you don’t have a signif O, celebrate your love for your mom, your best friend, your sister or whomever! And if you need some gift ideas—whether it’s where to go to dinner with your boyfriend, what to get for your aunt or what to do with your bestie, read on! It’s the Seattle Picks Valentine’s Day Gift Guide and its packed full of love-ly ideas! xoxo |
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Whether you have a blind date on Valentine’s Day, or a date with your man of five years, you are going to want to look your very best—right down to having perfect skin. Visit Calidora Skin Clinic for smooth, youthful and luminous looking skin for your big date night (and beyond). We love the complimentary Photo Imaging Complexion Analysis—it was on Oprah, after all. Mention Seattle Picks and get a free eyebrow design when you book a signature facial before March 1! Calidora Skin Clinic |
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We love wine and we love chocolate. Put the two together and we are over-the-moon with joy and ecstasy! Happily, we have found the perfect place for a Valentine’s Day date for anyone who loves wine, chocolate, food, and entertainment—Parlour Night at Oh! Chocolate. By pairing fine wines with chocolate and small plates, and adding a bit of old-fashioned amusement in the form of vintage games for $69/person, they have the perfect setting for a sweet Valentine’s celebration. Oh! Chocolate |
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Flowers will eventually wilt, and chocolates will ultimately melt (if you don’t scarf them all down first, like we do), but glassybaby… well, a glassybaby is forever. Whether it’s a dozen “Red Rose” for your Valentine’s Day dinner party, or the Sweetheart Mix gift-set for your sweetie, you can never go wrong with giving glassybaby as a gift. Not to mention, they have such perfect Valentine’s Day names (and corresponding colors) like True Love, First Kiss and Smooch. Ahh, love! glassybaby |
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| 4 | For the Love of Cupcakes Cupcake Royale
Pre-order yours online before they sell out! |
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If we ever needed an excuse to buy a super-cute new outfit, Valentine’s Day is it! And when in need, we head to Opal. Depending on the hints our man drops about our date—we may need some hot True Religion jeans, or maybe a sexy top from Hale Bob, or a new pair of Hanky Panky’s or… the possibilities are endless. Bring in this Seattle Picks ad and receive 20% off your entire purchase. What a sweet deal! Opal Boutique |
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| 6 | Knowing Your Style Is Romantic |
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Chick Picks: |
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| 1 | Lover Come Back |
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| 2 | I Think I Love You |
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| 3 | Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend! It doesn’t look like there will be anyone (including our boyfriend) slipping a diamond engagement ring on our finger this Valentine’s Day. That’s fine—really it is (did that sound convincing?). At least for this year, we can be content with the “What a Rock!” paperweight—perfect for the desk of a stylish editrix. Maybe seeing it there every day will inspire a certain someone to get the real thing on our finger—stat. But it’s fine, really. |
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Tiramisu Meltaway There are so many choices for where to go and what to do for Valentine’s Day that we can hardly keep track of them all. One place we know we will be visiting for sure is Sazerac—we hear their talented bartenders have put together a group of dessert cocktails called Box of Chocolates for the week of Valentine’s Day (starting the 9th), including drinks like a Buttercream Flip, Black Cherry Chocolate Truffle and Tiramisu Meltaway. The perfect treat for two on a lover’s holiday. ¾ oz. vodka Layer special whip (Starbucks cream liqueur, a little Cointreau, heavy whipping cream, cinnamon and cardamom) on top and garnish with cinnamon and cardamom. |
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| 1 | Viva La Vida |
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| 2 | Reservations for Two When we think of a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner, we think intimate and cozy—not loud and bustling like many Seattle restaurants. This makes Volunteer Park Café’s Valentine’s Day dinner the perfect choice for us. With five courses, candlelight, home-style food, oysters and a glass of champagne, there is no place we would rather celebrate. What: Valentine’s Day Dinner at Volunteer Park Café |
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| 3 | The Perfect Pair Every gal has to have a pair of "go-to" jeans (especially for a hot Valentine's date)—you know the ones—they make you look impossibly slim and make you feel like a million bucks. Find your next pair at Ella Mon's Denim Clearance—all premium denim is $75—including James Jeans and Pine IV. Love it! What: Ella Mon Denim Clearance Sale |
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| 4 | Best Dressed The month of February has an official color—and it’s red. Fittingly, the Project Red Dress event is this month. Local and national judges (Project Runway’s Nick Verreos—love him!) will judge one-of-a-kind red gowns by local fashion students, and a portion of the proceeds benefit the American Heart Association. So, go and have a heart! What: 2nd Annual Project Red Dress |
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Enjoy your Valentine’s Day by celebrating your love for the important people in your life—like your mom, your sister and your best friends. After all, there is more to life than men—right? Right!!! |
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