
Overly-commercialized-Hallmark-holiday or not, Valentine’s Day is probably one of my favorite days of the year. Whether you’re in a relationship with that special someone and looking to pass along some cute ideas, or just looking for a fun gift for your close girl friends here are some great beauty-filled Valentine’s Day gift ideas that aren’t flowers (they die, anyway) or chocolate (who needs all those extra calories).
Show me the goods

Besides chocolate, the one go-to I insist on when I need a pick-me-up is a little thing I like to call retail therapy. I must admit I am somewhat of an online-shopaholic but I like to think that I'm a smart, savvy online shopper.
One savvy shopping habit I love involves online private sample sales. Online private sample sale sites are popping up everywhere, even WWD insists that these online sample sale sites are the new way to shop. Free to join, these sites offer 2-day boutiques selling anything from clothing, accessories and even cosmetics from different designer brands at steep discount prices. You receive emails every week letting you know what great boitiques are coming up and when they start so you can be first in line. Best of all it's totally free to join and no waiting in line at some stuffy overpacked warehouse getting tackled over that cute bag you're eyeing.
Many of the sites are by invite only, but lucky for you I'm inviting all of you in on this great shopping experience. Check out the links below and bring your online shopping experience to a whole new level. Show me the links!
I'm getting excited just thinking about this sample sale: Rebecca Minkoff!!
When:
May 15th-17th, 2009
10:00am - 7:00pm Fri/Sat.
10:00am - 5:00pm Sun.
Sample Sale Location: 8213 West 3rd Street - Los Angeles, CA
For more info visit: www.RebeccaMinkoff.com
