Valentine’s Day is right around the corner.  Whether you’re single or in a relationship, it’s a holiday that I think everyone should take advantage of ;)  I mean, it’s a holiday dedicated to love, romance, femininity, and indulgence!  Aka it’s the perfect excuse to buy yourself those gorgeous pair of heels you’ve been eyeing, a big box of chocolate, a new makeup set, a beautiful candle, a sexy lace something, new PJs, or a pamper day fit with a mani/pedi or blowout! I wanted to share a few things that are on my wish list, and items I’m treating to myself on this special holiday… Valentine’s Day Gift Guide Lingerie Let’s be real.  Most lingerie is super uncomfortable and itchy.  I’m all about comfort and believe that when you truly feel comfortable – you feel the most beautiful.  Men do appreciate lingerie every once in a while and it’s fun to surprise them and see their reaction!!!  I certainly don’t wear it all the time (I actually rarely wear bras now and opt for these instead), but when I do want to feel extra sexy I slip this on.  It’s soooo soft and feels like you’re wearing nothing.  It’s extremely flattering and has that wow factor – trust me!  I also love the thong version. Pajamas These Eberjey pajamas have been my go-tos forever.  They’re honestly the best.  Insanely cozy material, high quality, and a cute fit.  They come in a variety of colors too!  I also love their sleepshirts and chemises.  This silk robe is beautiful to throw on when you’re doing your makeup – or over a chemise. Beauty The Dyson hairdryer is totally worth the $.  I have extremely thick hair that usually takes forever to dry and this dries it insanely fast, plus it’s sleek and lightweight.  I love this Bobbi Brown limited edition pink eyeshadow palette because it has every color you’d ever want for day or night. Usually, I use a $40 Hot Tools iron to do my curls, but recently my hairstylist told me that a ceramic iron is much more gentle and heats up faster – she recommended this T3 one.  The Vintner’s Daughter active botanical serum lives up to the hype.  I’ve been using it for months and my skin is softer, more hydrated and my pores are gone.  Treat yourself! Chocolate Ok, so I’m a bit of a chocolate snob.  I LOVE chocolate and have tried a zillion different kinds.  I got sent a box of these Maggie Louise chocolates over Christmas and was SO impressed with the quality and taste.  Usually such “instagrammable” looking chocolates fall flat in the taste department, but these are made with top notch ingredients and are just as delicious as they look!  I also love Godiva (I mean, you can’t go wrong), and Nohmad Coconut Milk chocolate bars which I buy in bulk to keep in my fridge!  They’re gluten, soy and refined sugar free (but you’d never know it) and paleo + vegan friendly! Spice Things Up I never thought I’d be talking about lube on here, but it’s 2019 and I aim to be an open book!  If we’re being honest, I never used to like lube, but when Lauryn from The Skinny Confidential sent me a tube of Woo For Play, I decided to give it a try.  She always has the best recommendations and since this product is completely organic and natural with coconut oil and stevia – I knew I had nothing to lose by trying it!  It’s a game changer and makes everything taste and smell so good LOL – sorry if that’s TMI.  I’m just obsessed – seriously I love love love this product and had to share!!!! Other great Valentine’s Day gifts A Kitchen Aid mixer – yes please.  A massage at your favorite spa (I love these spas.)  Bose Noise Cancelling headpones – Derek loves these and they’re a game changer when I’ve borrowed them to travel with, or sit at my desk with during the day.  A Cuyana leather cosmetic case.  This pretty gold heart necklace (only $45!)  A fun feather bag (I just ordered this one in black.)  A limited edition Diptyque candle.

If I had to choose 1 thing to focus on beauty wise for the holiday season it would be white teeth.  Your smile gives off such a strong impression when you first meet someone or walk into a room of people.  I always want my teeth and smile to look good, but especially when I have a jam packed social calendar! Crest 3D WhitestripsI’ve been using Crest 3D Whitestrips for over a decade – since I was a junior in high school!  I first started when I got asked to prom, and noticed my teeth were looking less than pearly white 2 weeks prior.  I stole my mom’s Whitestrips and they worked like a charm.  Honestly, I felt confident and beautiful and had the best time (despite my date being a total dud…lol.)  I’ve been using Whitestrips regularly ever since (they’re my secret weapon for white teeth!!!!) For the holiday season, I always like to amp up my whitening regimen and I just finished a “14 Day Challenge” of sorts using the Crest 3D White Glamorous White Whitestrips.  They’re so easy to use – I literally put them on first thing in the morning before I brush my teeth, and wear them for 30 minutes.  Within 3 days you start seeing results which is exciting and by Day 14 your results are amazing – trust me – and last up to 6 months.   They don’t slip and you can wear them while you’re talking on the phone, doing your makeup, dashing out to a holiday party – and you can even drink water in them. The first set of pictures is from when I started and was heading to a meeting, and the second set of pictures were pre-date night with Derek.  My teeth feel sparkly white and holiday ready :)  Amazon is including the Crest 3D White Glamorous White Whitestrips in their Cyber Monday sale so it’s the perfect excuse to snap them up and start your own 14 Day Challenge.  You can shop them here!