P.S. I Love You! | Valentine's Day Goodies
February 2008
By Melissa Colgan
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This Valentine’s Day, think pink, consider red, go for organic, and believe in shine. After all, whispering sweet nothings will only get you so far.
Puppy Love
Do you need a reason to dress up an adorable pup in a red cable-knit sweater? $35. Lulu & Luigi, 3844 Grand Way, St. Louis Park, 952-929-5858
Photo by Michael Hendrickson
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Dear Rosebud
Give a big hug to the environment this year with a bouquet of organic roses tucked inside a wine bottle-turned-vase. The roses are grown, with no pesticides or toxic chemicals, in a way that doesn’t harm the environment. Plus, the reclaimed vase saves a little space in our local landfills. $25–$40. ReGifts, 1832 E. 42nd St., Mpls., 612-276-0105
Photo by Michael Hendrickson
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Terms of Adornment
Not all jewelry is created equal. For a dame with a discerning eye, only the finest will do. This 18k white and rose gold necklace with 6k diamond and 30.5k pink morganite, by Rosalina, offers the definitive in expression and craftsmanship. $43,500. Neiman Marcus, 505 Nicollet Mall, Mpls., 612-339-2600
Photo by Michael Hendrickson
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Ruby Slippers
For the little lady who has stolen your heart, the prettiest pair of ruby red patent leather slippers are sure to make her smile. $76. Shoe Zoo, 3146 Hennepin Ave., Mpls., 612-823-3988
Photo by Michael Hendrickson
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Punch Drunk
Toast to your one-and-only with a Pomegranate Drop champagne cocktail (one ounce Pom pomegranate juice topped with six ounces Moet & Chandon’s Nectar Imperial champagne). Glass, $45. Gather, 4999 France Ave. S., Edina, 612-920-1400; Pomegranate juice, $4.99. Kowalski’s, eight metro locations, including 1261 Grand Ave., St. Paul, 651-698-3366; Moet & Chandon Nectar Imperial, $50. Haskell’s, ten metro locations, including 12900 Wayzata Blvd., Mtka., 952-544-4456
Photo by Michael Hendrickson
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Sculpted Heart
Created by local artist Barbara Gilhooly, this tangle of intertwined wires signifies the heart’s sometimes perilous, never monotonous journey through love. Hung on a wall, the interesting shape’s rapport with light creates varying shadows throughout the day. $1,700. Gallery 360, 3011 W. 50th St., Mpls., 612-925-2400
Photo by Michael Hendrickson
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