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It’s true, diamonds are a girls best friend and Bailey’s has just what you need!

SOUTH has a variety of great items, Valentine’s cards, small leather goods, luxe alpaca wraps and dishes for holding sweet somethings… A pair of tickets to Paris or Harbour Island would be pretty fab with the passport case..!  yes please!

Treat your valentine (or yourself!) to a gift certificate at The Umstead Spa and pick up this lovely Alixx candle, a low-calorie treat!  These glass vessels are hand blown and can be used in a variety of ways once their wax has waned…

A mani-pedi membership to Paintbar in Raleigh!

A one-of-a-kind, incredible necklace from Exotique in Durham.  Talk about statement!  I also dream of getting a handmade drum (that this is sitting on) and using it as a side table.

A package of blow-outs at Blown Away in Raleigh.  Because getting your hair done right is an absolute treat!

Love this timeless bling-y evening bag at Fine Feathers at University Place, so will your Valentine!

A luxurious staycation at Fearrington.  The chocolates and port at turn down are fabulous.  So excited for the chocolate line that Chef Bedford is working on…. TBD.

Stop by Dovecote at Fearrington for a well curated assortment of gifts, ladies’ apparel and accessories and a piece or two for the gents…Shagreen bangles– love!

How fun is this red-hot modern sink hardware at R. Jacobs Fine Plumbing and Hardware?  Stop by their beautiful showroom on Glenwood, you will not be disappointed!.  I dream big, so a bath reno would be a pretty fabulous Valentine, hint, hint!

BANO boutique in Durham is stocked to the nines for the 14th!  Stop by and see all the new arrivals that Sima has gotten in!

Be sure to stop by Peacock Alley Gifts at University Place in Chapel Hill and tell them what LOVE means to you.  I am guessing there is no wrong answer and you will also get 15% off your purchase this week.

It’s true, accessories are the way to a woman’s heart.. be sure to stop by Monkee’s in Raleigh to check out these beauties!

21C Durham is celebrating three nights of Valentines at Counting House begining this Friday!  Call 919-956-6760 for reservations for Chef Munchel’s great menu.

Breath of spring and color correct pieces like this at Vermillion are so fun.  Easy pieces to throw on and feel super chic… Your Valentine will love!

Head to Southern Season at University Place for good old fashioned- can’t-be-beat chocolates!  I contemplated giving up chocolate for Lent but my son urged me not to- smart boy!

Purple Puddle is your go-to for beautiful floral arrangements, not a planner?  Stop by and see what’s ready to go in the cooler! Call 919-967-2919 for floral delivery.

Sporty valentine?  We love our hydro flask and so will yours!  Great Outdoor Provision Co. in Cameron Village in Raleigh and Eastgate in Chapel Hill has you covered!

Monkee’s of Chapel Hill has lovely cashmere pieces for easy layering and accessories like this pop of red handbag!  Also be sure to check out the Boho Beads trunk show they are having through Valentine’s Day!

Being a last-minute-Lucy myself, I can appreciate the work being done for me by Moon & Lola!  Head to moonandlola.com for more details or pop by their shops in Cameron Village, downtown Raleigh and Apex.  M&L totally saved me in niece gift perfection at Christmas and I saw a few things for myself!

Celebrate Valentine’s Day early at The Glassbox in downtown Raleigh and learn how to make a floral arrangement and shop with Tre Bella TONIGHT, February 11th, from 6-8pm! Register here - http://trebellainc.com/…/spoil-yourself-event-at-the-glass-…‪

La Maison cures your black thumb with these beautiful silk flowers!

William Travis Jewelry at University Place in Chapel Hill is having a fabulous sale!  You will recieve 30% off of select in-stock pieces.

Have a heart and pick up sassy pieces at Mynt Durham, on February 11th you can shop for a cause– Mynt is donating 10% of sales from the day to The Junior League of Durham and Orange Counties.

Last but not least, If It’s Paper in Raleigh has a wonderful selection of Valentine’s Day cards.  The wrapping and party supplies cannot be beat- and , that I will need- cookie baking birthday party kicks off “birthday week” for my daughter!