During one of the most commercialized holidays of the year, consider the gifts that you cannot go wrong with: flowers. What woman or man cannot appreciate a beautiful arrangement of colorful flowers? Here is a list of local floral shops that can understand the new recessional holiday seasons. (And if you're looking for a little extra something to give your honey, check out our Lusty Gift Guide and deals from Charlotte area boutiques).
1431 South Blvd.
704-342-3920
-1 dozen red roses in vase- $75
-Expression of Love- 6 red roses in vase/eucalyptus- $50
-10 red tulips- $60
-Love Letter Roses- Pink/Red/White in vase- $100 (pictured below)
Headlines from the world of retail, fashion and shopping.
Ikea readies for Charlotte opening: CharlotteBusinessJournal.com
Michelle Obama chooses Jason Wu again: WallStreetJournal.com
Wearing the quills of roadkill porcupines: TalkingShopping.com
Price of stamps going up again: Consumerist.com
Scout and Molly's Boutique is offering this deal this week only: Buy a pair of jeans and a top and receive 20 percent off your purchase!
Morrison Shopping Center (on the corner of Sharon & Colony)
3920 Sharon Road. Suite B150
704-817-7009
Everyone in Charlotte knows one of the best places to go for Valentine's Day gifts is The Red Door, especially if you're sick of teddy bears, heart-shaped candy and flowers. And yes, with three locations in the Q.C., it is a fine establishment to check out, which I did. But I also passed through a couple of other spots that might not be so high on your radar, and put together a gift guide for those interested in celebrating the lustier side of Valentine's Day. Lingerie, sex toys and games, woo hoo!
3728 E Independence Blvd
704-532-8360
These shoes have a beer opener on the heel. $69.
If you really must adorn hearts, these shoes are for you. $69.
Check out the video tours of local shops we've done so far.
Black Sheep Skate Shop
The Rat's Nest
Headlines from the world of retail, fashion and shopping.
McDonald's new sponsor of Fashion Week: AdAge.com
Gwen Stefani's kid hoodies recalled: TalkingShopping.com
Recession prompts people to cut back on Valentine's Day: MSNBC.com
Dressing the stars is other fierce Oscar race: CNN.com
After asking a few random guys what they would like from a girl for Valentine's Day, I was still at square one. Every single one of them replied with the usual, "For her to cook me a steak, naked/in lingerie/in costume." While this is certainly acceptable for the sexiest day of the year, I can't exactly put it in a gift guide. So in addition to cooking (naked) for your guy, here is a list of some items he might also appreciate:
1. For the foodie:
Rub With Love Barbecue Sauce: $7
Chicken Rub, Salmon Rub, Steak Rub: $8
4400 Sharon Rd # 175
704-362-2360
Use this coupon at Hong Kong Vintage for clothing, jewelry, shoes, boots, accessories, furniture, housewares and more. 2005 Central Ave. 704-334-0538.
Take 25 percent off your entire online purchase from Peek-A-Boo Couture's online store. From the store's web site: "We are obsessed with finding the original, fun and expressive children's clothes. Simply put, we love kid's clothes."
Oh dear. Singles Awareness Day Valentine's Day, I mean is coming up.
Show your lovey-dovey and your wallet some affection by checking out some of the deals we've received notice of from area shops. (Keep checking back for updates throughout the week!)
Scout and Molly's of Charlotte: Buy a gift for your sweetheart and get a Cosabella stretch lace thong in pink or red for half off!!
3920 Sharon Road, Suite B150
704-817-7009
Beadlush: They're having a sale on all finished jewelry from now through Valentine's Day, 20 percent to 50 percent off.
1217 The Plaza
704-376-3331