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Hallmark’s favorite holiday is here again. Though Valentine’s Day means getting a gift for that special someone, it is also a great time to show friends and family your appreciation with little tokens of affection. POSHGLAM put together the ultimate Valentine’s Day Gift Guide, chock full of gifts for the ladies and even a few for the men.

One of the most popular Valentine’s Day gifts is jewelry. However, not every relationship is in the diamonds and pearls phase quite yet. Here is an array of fun gems to get your loved ones that will put a smile on their faces without breaking the bank.

Links of London Limited Edition Fuchsia Valentine’s Day Friendship Bracelet is the perfect gift for mothers, daughters and girlfriends. Sterling silver heart details trim the edge while the toggle can be engraved with a personalized message. A portion of every bracelet sold will be donated to the OneXOne organization.

Links of London Valentine’s Day Friendship Bracelet $215 Links of London

For the chic sophisticate that is always ahead of the trends, turn to Tom Binns for outrageous jewels that are both fashion-forward and feminine. His “Alice in Wonderland” inspired collection is full of Valentine’s Day wonders that any girl would be thrilled to own.

The “All Heart” and “Roses are Red” necklaces, inspired by Alice in Wonderland’s Red Queen, are absolute stunners. They retail for $1000 and $875, respectively. Since the movie is about to hit theaters, the jewelry is the perfect accessory to wear to the premiere. Visit Tom Binns for more information.

Even the edgiest girls can rock hearts, like this fabulous spike heart necklace from Gasoline Glamour. It is 4″ tall and wide so it is sure to make a statement. The necklace retails for $495 at Gasoline Glamour.

So these aren’t exactly jewels, but Jessica Elliot’s oversized keys are truly gem-worthy. Upon seeing these keys, I instantly fell in love. The keys are engraved with romantic phrases, including “To My Heart” or “To My Bedroom” depending on your mood. So, if you are a single lady out on the town, carry this in case you meet a special someone. And for a hot date idea, feel free to pass a key off to your boyfriend to give him a little hint of the night to come. The keys retail for $35 each at Jessica Elliot.

Celebrity favorite jewelry line, Dalla Nonna, boasts the perfect personalized gift with their beautiful calendar necklaces and bracelets. Your hubby can pick a special date, like your anniversary or the date of your first kiss, which is then accented with a sapphire on the date of the calendar month charm. Each elegant, vintage-inspired piece is executed in 14k gold (rose, yellow and white) or sterling silver. Prices range from $150-$600. Shop Dalla Nonna Jewelry.

Tarina Tarantino is a costume jewelry master and her latest Tuxedo Lingerie collection is the perfect gift for loved ones. Full of black lace, bows and hearts, the Tuxedo Lingerie collection is as romantic and refined as it gets. The Tuxedo Lingerie Satin Garter is perfection for the sassy chick in your life. The Puff Heart Stretch Ring is fabulous for friends while the Heart Drop Earrings are an essential to any glamour girl’s wardrobe. These pieces are priced at $105, $45 and $75, respectively. Shop  Tarina Tarantino.

Patricia Field, the genius behind the wardrobe for HBO’s Sex and the City, has her own Valentine’s Day worthy wares. Her Heart Mirror is a great gift to give any loved one. On sale for $19, the mirror is a chic find that can’t be beat. Also available on Patricia Field’s site is White Trash Charms’ “Cute as a Button” necklace, which is perfect for the pre-”I love you” relationship status. It retails for $135. Timmy Woods’ “Lip Purse” in hot pink is also a stylish accessory that any girl would love to carry around yearlong. With the perfect burst of color, it will instantly transform any outfit. Priced at $248, it is a real steal. All of the above are available at Patricia Field.

There are also plenty of Valentine’s Day beauty goodies to go around. Kiehl’s is a beauty wonder brand and they have fantastic gift sets for both men and women. For the boys, check out this Valentine’s Day Men’s Set, which includes Ultimate Man Scrub Soap, Facial Fuel, Facial Fuel Energizing Face Wash, Ultra Facial Cream and Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate (packette). For the ladies, the Overnight Lavender Renewal Set provides the latest and greatest from Kiehls’s including Midnight Recovery Concentrate, Lavender Foaming-Relaxing Bath with Sea Salts and Aloe, Ultra Facial Cream and Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate (packette). The men’s set retails for $42 and the women’s for $72, available at Kiehls.

What better gift to give your lover than a smell that you find delicious and know will smell even better on her? Infusion Organique’s “Acai Rain” Eau de Parfum has an exotic flavor and the pink bottle is beautiful for display purposes after wearing of course. The perfume retails for $35 at Infusion Organique.

What’s more romantic than a candle-lit bubble bath? Philosophy’s “Sending My Love” Gift Set comes with Red Licorice and Raspberry Sorbet Shampoo, Shower Gel and Bubble Bath and retails for $24. Philosophy also sells the Candy Hearts Lip Duo, two tubes of pink bubbly and angel food cake-flavored lip shines for the tastiest kisses ever. The tubes retail for $20 each and are both available at Philosophy.

Not Soap, Radio has some great beauty gifts for Valentine’s Day as well. First up is “Bath and Shower Bubbles in The Stuff that Cupid Dips his Arrows In (because sometimes fate needs as assist).™ This pheromone activated bubble bath and shower gel has a ginseng and passion scent, meant to soothe, empower and reinforce. It retails for $15.

Not Soap, Radio’s “Spa Chocolat” (because sometimes indulgence is a necessity and not a simple desire) includes a sugared body polish, with cocoa butter and brownsugar crystals, a whipped body souffle with shea butter, sweet cocoa and viola, and a purifying face mask with kaolin and cocoa. The products are perfect for all skin types and retail for $22. Both items are available on Not Soap, Radio.

Anastasia, famous brow-expert, launched her first skincare line at the end of 2009. One of the most popular products is the Hydrating Oil, which will leave you refreshed, hydrated and glowing before your big night out. Loveage oil is one of the 12 oils in this potion and provides an invigorating aroma-therapeutic scent that helps lift the mood. The Hydrating Oil retails for $40 at Anastasia.

Stila’s Yumberry Crush Lip & Cheek Stain is in stores just in time for Valentine’s Day. With the perfect pearly pink coloring, your lips and cheeks will look healthy and flushed. It also boasts the new superfruit, Yumberry, which contains the highest amount of potent antioxidents and helps slow the degeneration of collagen. It is available for $24 at Stila.

Another fabulous lip duo is from Estee Lauder. The company’s Signature Hydra Lustre Lipstick comes in 12 shades and there are 4 brand new Kissable Lip Glosses to provide the perfect color and shine. All of the pieces are stamped with “LOVE” which he will surely feel once he sees your perfect pout. The lipstick retails for $19.50 and the gloss is $18 at Saks Fifth Avenue.

Celebrity interior designer, Tobi Tobin, has gifts that will set your heart on fire this Valentine’s Day. To start, Tobi Tobin’s signature candles are a natural, fresh-smelling blend of soy, palm and coconut waxes and are decadently wrapped to a tee. Next up, the sophisticated designer created gourmet chocolates that are dressed to impress in beautiful, elaborate wrapping. The candles retail for $85 and the chocolates are sold individually, 1 oz $3.25 – 2 oz $4.25 at Tobi Tobin Design. My mouth is watering already.

Last but certainly not least is this adorable shirt from AMI. The purple rhinestone shirt is kitschy but festive for February 14th—and any day you want to put a smile on your husband’s face. The shirt retails for $12.99 at AMI.

 

 

Miracle Worker, the latest product to hit the shelves form Philosophy, does everything within its power to stay true to its name. The anti-aging moisturizer leaves the skin taut and hydrated while working diligently to eliminate the signs of aging.

The ultralight cream blends like a dream and replenishes the skin’s natural moisture level leaving behind a silky smooth finish. Power packed with glutathione, Miracle Worker is the newest of Philosophy moisturizers and boasts the highest level of anti-oxidants out of the bunch.

It contains Vitamin C, which brightens the complexion and boosts natural collagen. It also protects against external factors that trigger premature ageing.

When teamed up with the miraculous anti-aging pads, Miracle Worker by Philosophy is sure to turn back the hands of time when it comes to your skin.

Miracle Worker retails for $55 (2oz) at Philosophy. — Dyuti Mishra

If baking is not your thing no sweat, bank on the holiday bath-fairy from philosophy. The philosophy fairy recommends the cookie exchange tin to win over your sweet-tooth with four mouth-watering bathing treats. Try cookie infused shower gel, bubble bath and shampoo all enclosed in a re-giftable tin ( …don’t feel bad, we all do the re-gifting thing). Flavors include: lemon, oatmeal raisin, coconut macaroon and chocolate chip. Did we mention the bath gel is a three-in-one formula for head to toe cleansing …it just doesn’t get any sweeter than this, enjoy.

Price: $30, shop philosophy.com. If you like to get a free gift enter our raffle via email: HolidayGiftGuide@poshglam.com, subject philosophy giveaway, please include a valid mailing address.

* Raffle deadline December 20, 2009 12:00 p.m. EST.

This holiday season, QVC is curious about your philosophy? For those in the know tune in to QVC this Saturday, December 5th, to see skin care solutions galore by philosophy. Founder Cristina Carlino’s line is, put simply, a treat of delish-smelling products contained in nifty packaging that includes inspirational, happy phrases. From fragrance, lip plump, bath gel, and shampoo, philosophy is an all-encompassing brand made up of many colorful ranges. Try candy cane or crème brulee …the assortment is endless.

To be part of the QVC debut …DVR, Tivo (or just watch) this December 5th at 7 a.m., 3 p.m., and 10 p.m. Or shop online at QVC.com.

Do a selfless deed and buy yourself a gift that gives back. You’ll feel warm and toasty inside and since October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month POSHGLAM offers tiny hints on what to buy.

Philosophy’s she colors my day pink ($20) charity bubble bath is a bathing accessory that both mom and daughter can enjoy …settle for a pink bubble gum smell and a lightly tinted pink water bath. Even if you’re not a fan of the color you’ll benefit tremendously (inside) as 100% of philosophy’s net proceeds goes to the Entertainment Industry Foundation’s Women’s Cancer Research Fund to support the early detection of women’s cancers.

Tighten and toughen skin with Darphin Arovita C Energic Firming Cream for BCA ($80). Not only does this cream liven up skin, it keeps it protected from the harsh evils of the environment. For each sale of product during October Darphin will donate $20 to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Tahitian tiare and white freesia come alive in Altru’s Appreciation Collection of encapsulating aromas for the home. Pretty packaging and giving back make this product the ideal house warming present. Altru pays homage to Breast Cancer Awareness month by donating 20% of its proceeds to the Susan G. Komen Foundation for any item sold during October from the Appreciation range. These include: Soy Blend Wax Candle ($48), Interior Fragrance Oil ($65) and Aromatic Incense ($15), available at Neiman Marcus and AltrubyGamillah.com.