4 dates for valentine's day

Although my guy and I will say we won't get anything for each other for V-Day, we will anyways without fail. With that said, I thought it would be more us if I showed a few date night ideas instead of a full blown gift guide. Here are four dates that we have either planned before, or are on our wishlist.
1: Recreate your first date.
On our first date (ever), my guy and I went out to dinner on Beacon Hill. It has been years since we've been back there together. But it would be a perfect way to celebrate by recreating that night, don't you think? I still remember exactly what I wore (it wasn't this look), and what we ordered. For 2014, I'd keep it classic, with some hearts thrown in for good measure.
1/HM trench 2/PIXIE MARKET dress 3/JCREW bag 4/CATBIRD card 5/CATBIRD earrings 6/ZARA booties 2. Plan a spontaneous getaway.
I love being spontaneous, my guy....not so much. How fun would it be to write some weekend getaway sites on slips of paper (think skiing, snow cabin, cute town you've always wanted to visit but never have etc.), and throw them in a hat. Set your alarm super early on V-day and pick one slip that will tell you where you are going. Then run and have a weekend you probably won't forget (even if it ends up being a day trip road trip. Any time spend together is a good one, amiright?).
1/HERSHEL SUPPLY CO bag 2/STILA lipstain 3/SHE INSIDE tee 4/ZARA jeans 5/PAPER SOURCE card 6/STEVE MADDEN booties

3. Dinner at home
Obvious? Yes. But, possibly a date you will have the most fun with. Wear something cute, crank the tunes and get cooking. We love making tacos, but something a little more challenging might be fun here. Don't forget to finish it off with a bottle of wine (or a case of beer) and a good movie.
1/SHEINSIDE top 2/ZARA jeans 3/KINFOLK cookbook 4/CANOE card 5/TORY BURCH flats 4. Romantic hike
I'm dating a little bit of a mountain man. Between him, my brother and my dad, I've reconnected with my love for nature. We've been getting snow storms like crazy up here in MA, and I can't think of anything better than walking through a winter wonderland with my best friend. Throw on some warm boots, (and bring a cute nature-themed card) and explore. Memorable, and I promise you, your guy will appreciate you getting in touch with your inner woodsman.
1/HM scarf 2/MADEWELL top 3/CHAMPION leggings 4/KATE'S PAPERIE card 5/LL BEAN boots
How will you spend your Heart Day? Hope it's happy!

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weekend in: moto chic

Spent my entire Sunday riding around with the BF on his Harley, and let me tell you I had the best time. Of course while he was more interested in safety -- thick leather jacket, hardcore boots, and sunglasses that covered my entire face -- I was dreaming up that perfect motorcycle chic look. A metallic gold skirt for the next run? Maybe not. But it's fun to pretend.

Madewell tee

H&M jacket

Zara skirt

Madewell boots

Tory Burch bag

YSL lipstain #2

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the holiday gift guide: gifts for girls

As difficult as guys are to shop for, I find that getting gifts for my mom or girlfriends can sometimes be twice as challenging. Here's a list of sparkly, girly, and bold gifts that any girl would love (myself included), and all priced under $160: 
1. Animal Skater Dress $72 2. Bow a Dear Necklace $49 3. XOXO Bangle $38 4. Sidewalk Skimmer in Glitter $118 5. Trunks Full of Taste Shaker Set $9.99 (on sale!) 6. BCBG Studded Retro Headphones $68 7. Kiss the Cook Cheese Board $38 8. Catbird Star Ring in Gold $96 9. Tory Burch Coley Slippers $135 10. Cat Ears Watch 11. Paper Fashion 2013 Calendar $30 12. Nars Kiss Mini Lip Gloss set (a $94 value) $45 13. Crystal Cluster Earrings $99 14. Kate Spade Winking Wallet $158 15. JCrew Heartbreaker Sweater $98 16. Cashmere Heart Gloves $58 17. Rhinestone Link Bracelet $24.80 18. Kate Spade Sprinkles Cosmetic Case $138 19. Cupcake Soap Dispenser $14 20. Fox Glass Set of 4 $49.99 21. Dot Marc Jacobs Perfume $69 22. A La Mode Poster $20-$50 23. Madewell Checked Blanket Scarf $88 24. Sole Society Carlee pump $49.95 25. DKNY Crossbody $143 (on sale from $205)

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