Best Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas (part 1)

Roses are redViolets are blueValentine’s Day is nearing,Here are some hints to give him,So you don’t end up with the cliché dozen red roses,Leave that schtick to the guy who’s in “The Bachelor’s” shoesLong-distance lovahsEase the heartache of a long-distance relationship with The Soft Hugwear Bear with Blanket & Eyemask Set ($25 at Walmart). The bear can be your cuddle bug until you reunite with your love bug, the blanket will keep you warm when his arms can’t and the mask can make sleeping through all the back-and-forth flights a little more comfortable.Makeup MavenIn the mood for a turn on? Try the the Nars Orgasm Illuminator, the new sister product to the widely popular Orgasm blush. The lightweight highlighter has subtle flecks of gold, peach and pink that gives skin that sexy, model-like glow. No wonder it was used to create the looks at the 3.1 philip lim, Marchesa and Thakoon Spring 2010 fashion shows; $29 at Sephora.Chocolate loversGodiva Strawberry Rose Candle, $22.50 at CandlesOffMain.com. Unless you’re a sucker for satin sheets and a visit to Sybaris pools, you can do better than the predictable gift of chocolate-covered strawberries. For a refreshing twist that sets the mood, light this yummy-smelling candle.Luxe LoveEven if you have it all, here’s a reason to make room for one more bag. Carlos Falchi’s incredible raspberry python tote is on sale until 5pm today for $978 at gilt.com (it’s normally $1,955). A photo of the actual purse in question can only be viewed on the website so here’s an image of another Carlos Falchi tote in a similar shape and size so you can get the idea. The race is on!The Man KitWhen I introduce guys to skincare, I often break the ice with Kiehls; the products are affordable, effective and approachable. To set him up with the grooming basics, gift him this Valentine’s Day set. It’s got the Ultimate Man Scrub Soap, Facial Fuel Cleanser, Facial Fuel Energizing Face Wash and Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate; $42. P.S. You get three complimentary samples when you shop on the website.