I totally know the feeling.
It’s the beginning of February. You’re in a slump. The weather is probably still miserable but you’re desperately wishing for Spring. You’re cold. You’re tired. No, scratch that. You’re exhausted. You’re burnt out. You have to balance a full day of work, a full night of sleep, cooking dinner for your family, taking care of the pets, checking in on family, working out, socializing with friends. It feels like if one more person asks you to do one more thing, you will surely lose it.
And then you realize….Valentine’s Day. Didn’t we just finish gift-giving season? How are we supposed to find yet another hour in the day to find the perfect gifts for our spouses, gal-pals, etc.?
If you’re like me (which, by the way, I am all the above), you’re totally ready for some serious self-love right now. In my opinion, January and February are the dreariest and down-right worst months of the year.
Let me tell you about a new tradition Josh and I have started for holidays. Rather than dwelling over the things the other might want as a gift (or might awkwardly return the next day), we pick out our own gifts! At first it sounded like a crazy idea. But listen: you. get. exactly. what. you. want. Get yourself something you’ve wanted for awhile but couldn’t justify purchasing without a reason. For our first anniversary last August, Josh let me pick out my own Kendra Scott Elisa necklace. I was so excited because I had wanted one for a long time but knew he didn’t know what they were or what I would want. So we made a date out of it, went to the store, and picked out my anniversary necklace!
I want to encourage everyone to treat themselves this year! I have pulled together a gift guide for you with things that I think would make perfect gifts, that way you don’t have to take the time to shop yourself – gift yourself, gift them to your gals, or send the guide to your significant other and let them surprise you!
Whatever you choose, let’s make this Love Day one to remember!
To shop the gift guide, simply click on the item on the picture and you will be directed to the product’s shopping page. See list below for prices and promo codes!
THE PRODUCTS (ordered left to right, top to bottom):
- Kevyn Aucoin NudePop – The Molten Lip Color Mini Collection ($32)
- Marc Jacobs – Daisy Love Perfume ($84)
- Kendra Scott – Hanna Gold Statement Earrings in Peach Mix ($130)
- Guess – Talia Quilted Crossbody in White ($78)
- Amazon – Jade Facial Roller in Marble ($30)
- Etsy (HeartTheSparkle) – Swarovski & Quartz PopSocket ($40 – use code ‘CHLOE10’ for an additional 10% off*)
- Yankee Candle – Large Jar Candle in Pink Sands ($22)
- FujiFilm Instax Mini 8 Insta Camera in Pink ($61 – hurry, limited stock!)
- Saks Fifth Avenue – Ella Suede Bow Mules in Blush ($80)
I love when people follow up with me after purchasing and loving items off my blog! If you purchase or receive any of these items as a gift, I’d love to hear from you!
HAPPY SHOPPING & HAPPY LOVE MONTH!
Love, Chloe
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*10% off Heart The Sparkle promo code only applies to full price items. Promo code does not apply to made to order items or full-crystal items.
