The Bold, Beautiful Gift of Boudoir

Posted by The Editorial Desk / Wednesday, February 9th, 2011

Hello there, shoppers! Even after our daily Valentine’s Gift Guides are you still looking for that one item that will be just perfect for your love this year? Looking for something a bit bolder? Perhaps it’s time to pull out the big guns with boudoir photography.

If so, good timing! The fabulous Alexandria lingerie boutique The Full Cup is hosting boudoir photographer Marjolaine from See Through Me Photography from noon-2 p.m. this Saturday, Feb. 12, and will have her photography on display Feb 11-17. Should you find Marjolaine’s work to be just what you’re looking to share with your sweetie, you’ll want to take advantage of a special Valentine’s Day offer:  With a lingerie purchase at The Full Cup, you’ll receive a free 8″ x 10″ when you book a session with See Through Me.

By the way, See Through Me also does stunning G-rated photography; their site is definitely worth a look even if boudoir is not your thing.

Happy shopping!

–Natalie Kaar

PS. Specialicious has a deal you may want to dig up prior to your modeling session.

PPS. Today is the last day to purchase personalized Valentines at tinyprints.com for just a 99 cents each (with code LUV99) and delivery by Feb. 14.

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Valentine’s Gift Guide: For the One You Want to Date

Posted by The Editorial Desk / Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011

Roses are red, violets are blue, and if you drop a hint for the one you like this Valentine’s Day, maybe cupid will chip in a little help too.

Radiant Ribbons Scarf
Keep your crush warm with a thoughtful gift. Let them wrap up in this handmade, hand-dyed scarf, and know that you have given back to the worldwide community. / Ten Thousand Villages, 915 King St., Alexandria; 703-684-1435; www.tenthousandvillages.com; $34.

Rebecca Minkoff Matinee Satchel w/ gold dot foldback
Most ladies probably don’t own a red purse, but she’ll be sure to thank you when she receives one wrapped in a bow. / Treat, 103 S. Saint Asaph St., Alexandria; 703-535-3294; www.shoptreat.com; $385.

Melt My Heart Candle or Cinnamon Pillar Candle
“Thousands of candles can be lit from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared.” – Buddha We couldn’t have said it better ourselves. / Ten Thousand Villages, 915 King St., Alexandria; 703-684-1435; www.tenthousandvillages.com; $12/each.

Custom Recycled Vinyl LP Album Journal Notebook Sketchbook
A customized notebook made with his/her favorite vinyl is sure to show the writer, musician or sketch artist in your life how well you know him/her. / Sande Edwards, Arlington; www.sandeedwards.com; $15.00.

Cotton Messenger Bag
It’s not a murse, and it’s not a purse; it’s a messenger bag and any guy or gal would rock it well. / Ten Thousand Villages, 915 King St., Alexandria; 703-684-1435; www.tenthousandvillages.com; $38.

Edible Candles and Packaged Assortment of Lotions and Body Scrubs
Share a gift and hope they get the hint. / Le Tache, 210 King St., Alexandria; 703-299-8430; www.letache.com; $21.95/candles, $36.95-$49.95/lotions and body scrubs.

–Sarah Jones

For more Valentine’s Day gift ideas, click here.

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