Valentine’s Gift Guide: For the Person You Plan to Marry

Posted by The Editorial Desk / Tuesday, February 8th, 2011

That flying diapered baby with the bow and arrow already got to you two, so how are you going to spoil the one you love this Valentine’s Day?

By Sarah Jones

For a man or a woman:

Romance Package at Lansdowne Resort
Create memories, get pampered and escape away together to Lansdowne Resort near Leesburg. A special package is available for couples Feb. 1-28, including: overnight accommodations, a $100 dining credit, champagne and chocolate truffles upon arrival, complimentary valet parking and late checkout (3 p.m.). / Lansdowne Resort, 44050 Woodridge Parkway, Lansdowne: 703-729-8400 or 877-509-8400; www.lansdowneresort.com; $259 per night.

Handmade Unity Candleholder
“Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared.”-Buddha (Again, nicely said, Buddha) Declare your unity with your sweetie through the loveliest of lights with this beautiful candleholder handmade by artisans in Kenya. / Ten Thousand Villages, multiple NoVA locations; www.tenthousandvillages.com; $20.

For him:

Gucci Aviators
Tell him that together, you’ve got it made in the shade. / Bloomingdales, 8100 Tysons Corner Center, McLean; www.bloomingdales.com; $295.

Fighter Command WWII Fighter Flights
Want to really make your soul mate melt? Let your man be Maverick. Give him the gift of flight in a WWII biplane, in which he doesn’t have to just be a bystander. / 615 Airport Road, Suite 211, Winchester; www.giftflight.com; $195-$795.

For her:

Underwear from Bloomers
Want to make your lady love feel really special every day? Give her lingerie that she actually wants to wear every day: unmentionables that are gorgeous and comfortable from brands like Eberjey, Hanky Panky, Juicy Couture and more. / Bloomers, 924 King St., Alexandria; 571-312-0852; prices vary.

‘Sarah’ Lingerie Set
If big celebrations are in your future, perhaps this lingerie set could take care of the fireworks. Pink and black never looked sexier. / Le Tache, 210 King St., Alexandria; 703-299-8430; Bra $43.95; Garter Belt $43.95; Thong $27.95.

Rolex Datejust 31mm in Everose, Gold and Steel
The perfect gift for the timeless lady you don’t want to “just date.” Liljenquist & Beckstead The Watch Store, 1798 M Tysons Galleria, 2001 International Drive, McLean; 703-448-6731; www.liljenquist.com; $9,525.

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