Later this week I’ll be sharing a girlfriend V-day par-tay, BUT TONIGHT I’M TALKING ROMANTIC, MUSHY GUSHY STUFF…
So ta-da: how I set up a quick ( AKA I DON’T HAVE TIME ), sexy ( shit, I need to buy more lingerie ) Valentine’s for my sweet lover, Michael.
We’re going to be out of town for V-day so we had a little date night last week & I had to think FAST.
Real talk: the actual date night began when the cameras left & I put away my camera ( SHOCKING! ). But this is what I ACTUALLY set up for him ( I know, isn’t he lucky?! I kid, I kid ).
Here’s a quick visual:
Quick, easy Valentine’s date night tips:
♡ Have cookies on hand. I found cute ones at Whole Foods. Next time I’ll go to my nearest bakery because I have a hunch they’re cheaper ( can Whole Foods get anymore expensive? GEESH. ). Or, if you’re a babe on a budget, check out my 2 Minute Flower Cake!
♡ Set the mood with music. As you guys know I LOVVVVVEEEE Brazilian music. I always have it playing around our house so it makes perfect sense for a little Sergio Mendes to be playing on V-Day.
♡ Champagne. Duh. If you don’t drink, then add Kombucha to a wine glass with a little ice & lemon. YUM.
♡ Look HOT! Put some effort into it. This one is hard for me because I’m either in workout clothes or I’m working or…you get it. BUT if you’re hosting a date night, add a little red lip, throw on a dress ( mine usually has wrinkles ), & add a couple curls to your hair.
♡ A little gift never hurt a flea. Nudge, nudge, winky-winky, babe! But really, something cute ( last year I made Michael a scrapbook ) is always fun. Each year he also gets one ( yes, one only ) Conversation Heart that describes him. This year he got ‘WICKED COOL.’ LOL. Last year he got ‘SWEET CHEEKS.’ HA. For some reason this tradition makes me happy.
♡ Candles, lighting, diffusers…the usual suspects around my home. Keep it festive.
♡ Lastly, don’t forget the spicy lingerie. Forever 21 has some INSANE pieces now for under $10 bucks. MEOW!
♡ And of course, don’t let your dog steal chocolate from the table & barf all over the house. Trust me, I know from experience.
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What’s your Valentine’s Day plan? xx
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Haha that dog comment made me laugh! It’s so true though.
I love love LOVE those little ceramic produce cartons. So sweet!
Yum! Those cookies look amazing!! Great advice, thanks for sharing:)
xo
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When I was a kid, our little yorkie got into several ounces of baking chocolate. Baking chocolate!! Like the worst of the worst. She was totally FINE, didn’t even puke once. Isn’t that insane? She was an iron dog.
I’m setting up a little cheese board for V day. I actually got the idea from one of your posts a few weeks ago so thanks. 🙂 Since I don’t like champagne, I’m going for prosecco! Yummm.
So cute and thoughtful!! You are such a good girlfriend. My bf is going to be the one cooking and setting the table this weekend….I know, I am the worst!! Happy V-day!
Love the Forever 21 intimate pieces and their affordable prices. I personally don´t believe in breaking the bank for something only one person will see…thanks for the tip!
Stephanie
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This is too cute! This valentine’s day we decided to stay in and cook a new recipe together – add a bottle of wine (or two 😉 ) and we’re set! Can’t wait ! xo
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Where are the frosting covered oreos from? Or did you make them yourself?
They look delicious!
This is such a romantic scene! What a lucky guy!
Kari
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So cute! It makes me want to host a V-day party for my ladies (b/c I don’t have a man in my life haha). What is the name of the song in the video?
Our dog at two pounds of chocolate and assorted other things and had to go to the vet. They pumped him full of saline and he looked like he swallowed a barrel!
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Great post!
Love this post! I also love the sweet heart candies. They’re my favorite.
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Great tips and this looks amazing!
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Just saw your newest video! How do you keep your armpits so smooth and no stubble???
What song is playing in your vid? Love!
The valentines days with this song