Hasta La Ideas

Does your Valentine’s Day usually mean dinner, a bottle of wine, perhaps a bit of candlelight and some roses? Maybe you’ve even tried to make it special by throwing in a sappy love movie? Talk about BORING. Want some real fun? Okay, you can keep the wine. But why not make this February 14th different than just any date with these special games for two! These games will give new meaning to some of your favorite childhood memories — and most likely, new sensations! Discover the fun you can have with a board and your own bodies as the game pieces. These games of pleasure will be just the gift to surprise your valentine with just the excitement they’ve been seeking! With just the right amount of kink, you’ll be sure to turn your routine Love Day into a day to remember. This slideshow will give you a glance of the play time you and your playmate have been missing out on!

I don’t know about you, but I happen to find the process of rationalizing lingerie purchases pretty easy. Did I really need five more pairs of aerie boyshorts? No, but I won’t need to do laundry as often. That Honeydew satin cami set? Totally unexpected and cute- plus, you have to give your other lingerie pieces a break sometimes. And it goes without saying that there’s no such thing as too much Natori or Hanky Panky– it’s a fact. But when it comes to lingerie by innovative Italian label La Perla, the pretty price tags might require a bit more rationalizing than usual. The luxury lingerie brand makes some of the most captivating underthings you’ll ever lay eyes on, and with just a few key pieces you’ll no longer see your lingerie collection as a mix of boring yet functional basics punctuated by oh-so pretty, oh-so unpractical things. Take this delicately adorned push up bra from the Malizia collection- its simple shape and subtle yet stunning embroidery make it a top drawer must-have, and at $113, it’s quite reasonable as far as luxury lingerie goes- plus, you can always try it on in-store and then search sites like barenecessities.com for sales. For luxurious design at an easy to swallow price, look to La Perla Studio- this mesh bra is perfect for everyday wear, but looks anything but basic and is just $42. With Valentine’s Day just days away, I’ve found some of the dreamiest La Perla creations, just begging to be wrapped and unwrapped this Saturday (even if you just buy them for yourself). Click the slideshow to see my no-rationalization-necessary favorites!

You’ve made it this far already after promising yourself not to forget your re-shaping resolution, but February 14th threatens to undo all the hard work with style-cramping sweets. Valentine’s tradition talks straight to the tongue — and usually, the tummy. So, naturally, you surrender to good old Saint Valentine, right? Well, you don’t have to! Not all Valentine’s candy hearts cause heartache and not all yums enlarge your bum — this year, you and your Valentine can spare the scale scare! If you are trying to stay in shape this Valentine’s season, or are just a health nut, gift or hint these healthy alternatives to your honey. You’ll have nothing to fear if you consider these Valentine’s alternatives — especially after you account for all the kissing calories you’re bound to burn! See the slideshow for some sweet options.

Even if it is raining on your wedding day, you can bet you’ll have stylish hair! Instead of a traditional veil or tiara, your wedding can be given just the right touch with a bit of some beautifully crafted buds. Hairpieces can be found for tight and loose budgets alike and it’s a perfect way to bring a taste of the outdoors to your ceremony. Designers like Mikiye, Erin Cole, Sara Gabriel, and Laura Jayne have even been budding flower-specific collections for hairdos so fresh they could be hair-dews– but unlike the petals you can pick off of living plants, these keepsakes will last forever! If you’re unsure about pinning one of these to your head, start small with a simple accent, like this hydrangea hair pin– it will add the perfect amount of sweetness and elegance, without distracting from your dress. Some of the prettiest pieces are just a click away in my slideshow!

Want to get close to your Valentine and send a message that will target their senses? Use the romance-enhanced subliminal messages of these perfume picks! If you’re looking to show your Valentine your devotion, Ralph Lauren’s Always Yours may be just the trick. Ralph Lauren also has special heart-shaped editions of “Love” including a limited edition Amethyst bottle that could be your sweetheart’s for a pretty penny. If it just wouldn’t be Valentine’s Day without the printed candy-heart sayings from grade school, check out Demeter Fragrance Library’s Valentine’s Day specials in Call Me, Love Me, and Be My Valentine. Even your dog can be a part of the action with this special Valentine’s Day fragrance. Sniff out this one-of-a-kind perfume, dazzling with Swarovski crystals! To keep yourself smelling fresh on a Valentine’s date, don’t skimp out on a purse-sized perfume stick by Aquolina. Finally, a Valentine’s perfume should be pretty and practical, so try Creed’s Spring Flowers Flacon Fragrance for the perfect pre-season gift! See them all in my slideshow!