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February 14th is approaching quickly, and while we’d never turn down chocolates + roses, we’ve scouted 21 thoughtful and local gift ideas for your special someone, sweetheart, or significant other. Need some ideas for your galentine? We’ve got you covered with 8 Ways to Spend Galentine’s Day. 

Show your local businesses and your special someone love, and don’t forget to tell them Scout sent you! 

Something Sparkly | Rahya Jewelry Design has the most perfect pieces she’ll love wearing all day, every day.

Mom’s Night Out | Tap Mom’s Best Friend for the best sitters who’ll give Mom a much needed night out, stress-free. May we suggest you make reservations at Ranch 616?

Beautiful Blooms | Stop by Austin Design House and pick up the most gorgeous orchids in the most gorgeous pots. Two birds, one stone. 

Personalized Pretties | We love the Sweet Heart Necklace from Elisha Marie Jewelry. How cute would it be to engrave it with a special date?

Sweet Scents | Stop by A Custom House to pick up her favorite candle then head over to Fluff Meringues & More a few doors down! Rumor has it, Fluff has delicious seasonal goods hitting the case any day now!

Sweet Treats | Valentine’s Day isn’t complete without some sugar from 2tarts Bakery! How cute are these conversation heart cookies?

Roses Are Red | And violets are blue, gift Her these beautiful Cassandra Collection bobbles, She’s sure to thank you! P.S. reach out directly to Cassandra to get these beauties in red!

Winning Weekday Dinners | Whether you’re the chef or she is, indulge her with a week of delish, personalized meals from The Austin Artisan.

Self-Care for Your Sweetheart | If your man isn’t one for luxe toiletries, spoil him with one of our favorite lines at Paper Place, Preston. Don’t forget to pick up a Valentine's card for him while you’re there!

Brand New Boots | Head over to Estilo Men’s to outfit your guy with these gorgeous leather boots. Spiffy? We think yes.

Cool Chronographs | Time for a new watch? Hearth & Soul has the most gorgeous Shinola watches for Him.

The Best Beats | Head over to Apple at Domain NORTHSIDE to grab the new Airpod Plus he’s been eyeing! Guaranteed great gift.

Field Tote for a Field Date | From picnics and boat days (come warmer weather, of course) to last-minute grocery runs, this canvas tote available at Liz James Designs’ Gift Shop is a perfect and sustainable gift for him! 

An Accessory Update | There’s a difference between a nice patina and a need for a new wallet. Surprise Him with an ostrich card case from Tecova’s.

Backyard Putting Practice | Got a golf fanatic on your hands? Create a custom, backyard practice green with LawnPop. One can dream, right…

S’More Time Together | Grab indulgent s’more kits from Fluff Meringues & More, build a fire and enjoy time spent together. We recommend opening a bottle of wine too...

Cooking Classes | Carve out couple-time with cooking classes courtesy of La Pera. Talk about buen provecho!  

Sweetheart Shoot | Book a with Hannah Mayson Photo to celebrate your love. Stay tuned because Hannah’s tips for non-cheesy couples’ photos are coming to the blog soon!

Free Love | This Valentines Day exchange or renew your vows at with Loot Finer Goods + Loot Rentals’ Free Love event at Distribution Hall. They’ve got all the details covered, all you need to do is apply ([email protected]) 

Date Night | Head out to The Wayback Café for their Valentine’s Day dinner. Not ready for the night to end? Book a sitter through Mom’s Best Friend and stay overnight in one of their adorable cottages!

A great coffee table book is a combination of style and substance—it sparks our imaginations with beautiful illustrations and innovative design and enhances our environment as a gorgeous home accessory. Lately, we’ve been seeking out tomes that inform the way we consider our interiors, from grand estates to chic tablescapes to rooms fit for a four-legged princess. Here, we’ve rounded up five gorgeous, style-focused volumes that will both inspire and enliven your décor.

Vogue Living: Country, City, Coast, edited by Edited by Hamish Bowles and Chloe Malle. Why we love it: This lavishly illustrated book gives readers an inside peek into some of the most spectacular homes and gardens whose owners come from the worlds of fashion, design, art and society. Want to tour Tory Burch’s fashionable and informal Southampton estate? What about Dries Van Noten’s romantic property in Belgium? And who can resist Olya and Charles Thompson’s pattern-filled Brooklyn abode? Don’t mind if we do.

Haute Bohemians, by Miguel Flores-Vianna, Foreword by Amy Astley. Why we love it:Photographer Miguel Flores-Vianna takes readers across four continents as he captures a remarkable group of fashion designers, landscape architects, artists and art historians, potters, and interior designers in the remarkable places they call home. The mastery in this work lies in the diversity of the spaces—some are grand, while others are more modest, but all are stylish, charming, and utterly one-of-a-kind.

At Home with Dogs and Their Designers: Sharing a Stylish Life, by Susanna Salk.Why we love it: It’s no secret that we have a mild obsession with dogs (#DogsofTSG, anyone?), so naturally this book would be at the top of our list. Here, acclaimed interior designers show readers how to live stylishly with their pooches, offering up tips for keeping homes (and pets) stylish while embracing our four-legged companions. Covering each coast, and all the spaces in between, from beach houses to townhouses, this book gives us a glimpse inside the country’s most stylish and indulgent canine-filled households.

Charlotte Moss Entertains, by Charlotte Moss. Why we love it: Interior designer and tastemaker Charlotte Moss brings the tasteful life home in her latest release. In the beautifully produced Charlotte Moss Entertains, the stylish hostess encourages readers to embrace elegance and romance with gracious gatherings — from simple affairs to elaborate dinner parties — and to incorporate the luxe elements in our lives (china, silver, linen) to make every day an occasion worth celebrating.