Fresh Picks to Follow – Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

Are you thinking about what to get you’re loved one for Valentine’s Day? I always try to come up with something different every year for my BF, but in the end I’m pretty safe getting him a nice and spending a night out at dinner.  I’m lucky because he’s pretty easy to shop for. Anyways, I came up with a quick list of some great gifts for men and women, if you’re still shopping around for the perfect present.  For this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow, here are my top 10 ways to show your loved one that you care on the most romantic day of the year. What are you doing for Valentine’s Day? Let me know in the comments.

1. Cherry Moon Farms - Deluxe Hand-Dipped Valentine's Day Berries - 1 Dozen…$39.97

2. Coach - Bleecker Leather iPad Case…$198.00

3. Crate & Barrell - Gala Fondue Set…$29.95

4. Red Envelope - Personalized Famous Couples Throw Pillow Cover…$59.95

5. Donna Karen - Travel Silk Pillow Set…$49.95

6. Godiva - Signature Chocolate Truffles Gift Box…$30.00

7. Message Envy - Massage Envy Gift Cards…$75.00

8. Teleflora - Rosy Posy Bouquet…$49.95

9. Diptyque – Oranger Standard Candle…$60.00

10. Red Envelope - Diamond Crusted Heart Earrings...$99.95

Moody Style: Sparkles and Stripes

I love the look of pattern mixing especially on some of my favorite bloggers like Lisa, Lily, and Tara.  I’ve been able to dabble in mixing pattern here and there, but not nearly as much as I would like.  Unfortunately, I don’t have a chance to experiment at work because I usually wear lots of suits.   So, I usually let loose with my outfits on my days off from work and on the weekends, like I did here with today’s OOTD.  I’ve seen this polka-dot sequin top just about everywhere and I had to grab it when it went on sale (I know, I’m still shopping, but that’s a whole other topic for another day). Have any of you tried to pair polka dots with stripes? Let me know in the comments.

Shirt: Ralph Lauren Button-down shirt (old); Shirt: J.Crew Polka-Dot Sequin Top;

Earrings: Anthropologie Vintagette Glamour Posts; Jeans: Banana Republic Skinny Straight Jeans;

Watch: Coach Boyfriend Bracelet Watch; Shoes: Coach Lynne Pump

Moody Style: Paint Me Plaid

Are you guys mad for plaid like I am? I’ve wanted to grab a plaid shirt for a little some time now, but I just never bit the bullet until recently. I’m sure you’re wondering why…right? Well, I wanted to make sure that I found the right print and colors for me.  And thank goodness I finally did.  This Boy Shirt in Red Plaid from J.Crew immediately caught my eye a few months ago – especially since it was the only one in the store and luckily in my size.  Don’t you love it when that happens? I love the look of this shirt and I love how versatile it is too.  I was a little worried about wearing this look to work, but it surprising turned out great. What do you guys think?  Eventually, I plan to grab at least one more plaid shirt to make sure that I fulfill my little obsession for plaid.  Do any of you have any plaid items?  What’s your favorite piece? Let me know in the comments.

Shirt: J.Crew Boy Shirt in Red Plaid; Skirt: J.Crew No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Double-serge Wool;

Earrings: Anthropologie Vintagette Glamour Posts; Coach Sterling Rondells Pendant Necklace;

Purse: Coach Legacy Leather Mini Mini Crossbody; Watch: Coach Boyfriend Bracelet Watch;

Shoes: Coach Platform Heels (old)