Happy Valentine's Day My Dear ...

It's been a long while since I posted due to my pregnancy. Apologies for those that wrote so many notes and emails to me asking about my site ... this blog is still as alive and well. I recently did an interview segment with Better Morning Show which broadcasts around the country on Valentine's Day gifts for men. As a Luxury Lifestyle Expert, you'd think I know there is all to know about gift giving to the boys in our lives ... put it this way, I got these one of a kind, rare car light bulbs that my husband said he had wanted as part of his Christmas gift and I'm still being laughed at to this day. In any case, here is a list of fun items that will hopefully inspire you to a wonderful gift for the man in your life this Valentine's Day:

For the Bar Enthusiast. Why not give the gift of beer to your love one. Better yet, recreate a bar scene at home with a Beer Tender. Invite his friends over and play bartender for the night (with finger foods of course!). He will sure be pleased not only for the gift but also your effort and thoughtfulness.

For the Man with a Sweet Tooth. Chocolate giving doesn't have to be boring as it sounds ... spice it up with fantastic gift packages from Vosges Chocolat. Here is something else ... heard of bacon & chocolate? Here is a gift set that men (and women) won't be able to resist.

For the Raod Traveler. On New Year's Day - 2am, my husband and I were stuck with a flat tire. Roadside Assistance was going to take about two hours before they can come rescue us. If it wasn't for a friendly police officer, we would have been stranded till the wee hours in the middle of no where. Why not give yourself a piece of mind that in such unfortunate situations, your love one will have the proper safety tools in his trunk and that he will be home safe at the end of the night. This Emergency Kit has everything from jumper cables to hazard signals ...

For He Who Loves Relaxation. A lot of men would love a good massage but are intimidated to walk into a spa setting where they are put in robes. After all, unlike us girls, they don't have the "drill" down packed. That doesn't mean you can't give him a gift of pampering. Hire a mobile spa party like Sparties where they will come to your home and customize a party or day of pampering for you and your man. Better yet, invite another couple and have a double date/spa party! Sparties will actually transform your space into an actual spa with relaxing aromas and beautiful decor. All you have to do is sit and relax.

For the Foodie. My husband and I love steak or a dinner at a good restaurant. We are fortunate enough to have the freshest foods and the best chefs at our disposal in New York City. But for those that simply like to stay at home for dinner or are on a budget, here is the best solution. Gift him the gift of steak! Order a fantastic meal that would have cost you over $200 at fine restaurants and have it delivered right to your door. Whip up a three course meal of filets mignon and lobster tails (Surf & Turf) and end with piping hot chocolate souffle! Not into cooking? Purchase a gift card for a steak subscription that he can use at his leisure. Worried about quality of a home delivered meal ... well Allen Brothers Steaks is my go to delivery site for meat ordering and they are also the go to people for some of the most well known restaurants in the country like Morton's Steakhouse.

For the Expectant Dads. How can I leave this category out?! You've seen our parents do it and you've seen your friends and other new parents do it ... they all run after their children with the best cameras and camcorders so we don't miss a moment of they first of everything - first smile, first crawl, first words ... Gift him this very sleek, Coby camcorder that is compact enough to be carried around and very affordable as well!!

Lastly, here is another wonderful place to get your Valentine's Day (or any day) gifts - Luxe Cause Auctions on Ebay. I have decided to take the annual charity event I founded, Luxe Cause, to a whole new level where everyone can participate. I've gathered wonderful items from my closet as well as closets belonging to my celebrity friends and socialite friends, to have a global auction online all for the name of charity! With this global participation, Luxe Cause, won't stop at making just one child smile or just one man warm. Luxe Cause won't stop at just rescuing one dog from a kill shelter or furthering medical research by one millisecond - though I don't know how much Luxe Cause can do to help, but my goal is to never be satisfied. That said, this is going to be a long term project that will run year round. So the next time you're looking to purchase a gift or designer goods (new or old) please remember to check Luxe Cause Auctions. For Valentine's Day, there are these amazing brand new Moschino cuff links that normally retail for $135!!


Valentine's Day Giveaway. Be a follower and leave a comment for us. On February 15th, we will announce the winners. Here are the items we are giving away:
- Emergency Kit
- Sparties Gift Certificate
- Voges Chocolate Bacon & Chocolate Gift Set
- Moschino cuff links