Holiday Guide: Royally Good Gifts for the Romantic
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Wednesday, December 7th, 2011
Hello there, shoppers! If you’re excited to go holiday shopping but armed with less than ample ideas, you’re not alone. If only everyone would be forthcoming with their wish lists, right? Santa has it so easy with everyone being so specific — minus all that travel and the length of his list.
At any rate, fret no more. Help is here. Inspiration shall abound. Your friends at SWAG have done all the homework so you don’t have to. Each weekday today through Dec. 13, score ideas for absolutely everyone on your list!
Today:
Royally Good Gifts for the Romantic
Sometimes the romantics are misunderstood. So what’s the best gift to give to those who believe chivalry is not yet dead? SWAG has done the legwork. Check out these gorgeous beauties:
What: Victoria’s Secret’s The Afterhours Satin Pajama
VS Afterhours Pajama, available in a variety of colors/patterns. (Photo courtesy of www.victoriassecret.com)
Why: Who doesn’t love the feeling of satin on skin? This pajama set (SWAG-tested) will make whoever gets it feel like they’re starring in the romantic movie of their choice. Available in short, regular and long for those who are or aren’t leggy.
Where to Get It: Victoria’s Secret
What It’ll Cost You: $59.50
What: “Dinner Dates: A Cookbook for Couples Cooking Together“
"Dinner Dates: A Cookbook for Couples Cooking Together" (Photo courtesy of www.barnesandnoble.com)
Why: A romantic wants to spend as much time as he or she can with his/her lover and, hey, everyone’s gotta eat. Most cookbooks for lovers are merely ones with sensual-sounding recipes or aphrodisiac ingredients. This one may not look like much, but it divides everything from shopping to cleaning up into two roles, making the experience of cooking for two way more romantic.
Where to Get It: Booksellers, including Barnes & Nobles and Amazon
What It’ll Cost You: $18.75 and up
What: Swarovski Crystalline Toasting Flute Set
Swarovski Crystalline Toasting Flutes, Set of 2 (Photo courtesy of lovelamb.wordpress.com)
Why: This gorgeous set is perfect for the romantic who likes the finer things in life, such as sipping champagne from fabulous champagne flutes.
Where to Get It: Swarovski, Bloomingdale’s or Saks
What It’ll Cost You: $390
What: CB2′s Boxes Wall Sconce
CB2 Boxes Wall Sconce (Photo courtesy of www.cb2.com)
Why: A romantic is always looking for a way to set the mood, but sometimes candlelight can be cheesy. This decoration keeps candlelight dinners modern — and not so overtly sexy.
Where to Get It: CB2
What It’ll Cost You: $49.95 (sale price) – $59.95 (regular price)
What: Serenity Day Spa’s 12 Massages of Christmas Package
Give the gift of Serenity Day Spa's 12 Massages of Christmas Package (Photo courtesy of massageandfacialessentials.com)
Why: Want to really treat your special love this holiday season? Give them the gift of serenity! With this package, the romantic will enjoy five Serenity massages, five Aromatherapy massages, and two free Hot Stone massages with a massage for every month of 2012! Ooh … just talking about it gives us a feeling of pure bliss.
Where to Get It: Serenity Day Spa
What It’ll Cost You: $940 ($219 saving)
Happy Shopping!
– Lexie Ramage
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