The New York Times 36 Hours Book

$24

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$24

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Conjuring up dream getaways since 2001, The New York Times’ popular travel 36 Hours column enables both armchair enthusiasts and romantic-minded day trippers alike the chance to explore the nuanced wonders of North America through lush photography and snappy prose.

This product is sold by Taschen

The Lover’s Dictionary

$12

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$12

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Author David Levithan offers a definitive look at the elusive state of romantic bliss with his novel, The Lover’s Dictionary. Illustrating the highs and lows of relationships, The Lover’s Dictionary is a literary homage to the language of love.

This product is sold by Farrar, Straus and Giroux

Octopus Ring

$3,500-$10,000

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$3,500-$10,000

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Known for his versatile exploration of subject through material, artist Rob Wynne masterfully creates an intricately formed octopus ring. Also offered in a spider design, each piece is made from 18K gold and assorted jewels.

This product is sold by Rob Wynne

Paper Pick Up

$2

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$2

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This playful note set pares down dating to a survey of flirtatious options, making compatibility as easy as yes or no.

This product is sold by Knock Knock

USB Cufflinks

$250

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$250

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These polished cuff links would make James Bond proud–not only do they pack up to 2G of USB storage, they serve as WiFi hot spots for most electronic devices.

This product is sold by Brookstone

Sliced Bread Notebook

$70

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$70

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Designed to resemble a loaf of bread, this pack of 12 notepads encourages you to write the next best thing.

This product is sold by Pukka/Dank

The Obsessive Chef Cutting Board

Uniquely designed with a wooden grid of precision points and measurements, the The Obsessive Chef Cutting Board by Fred and Friends is just right for the culinary perfectionist in your life.

This product is sold by Fred and Friends

Valentine’s Day Balloons

$150

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$150

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Drop in on your sweetheart with Geronimo balloons. Lucky lovers in Los Angeles can have the giant heart-shaped balloons hand-delivered by a balloon trooper (everybody else gets theirs in the mail). C’est l’amour!

This product is sold by Geronimo Balloons

Utility Card

$5

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$5

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Searching for the right thing to say? The utility card uses the classic word search format to spell out embedded sentiments on tree-free paper.

This product is sold by Grain

Dual Charger

$35

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$35

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A couple that charges together, stays together? We can’t promise relationship longevity, but with this two-in-one consolidated charger will keep both of your Apple products fully charged at the same time.

This product is sold by Plugbug

Duet

Maybe it’s a singleton’s treat, maybe it makes the heart grow fonder in a lover’s absence. Either way, the USB-charging vibrator by Crave is both pleasing and discreet.

This product is sold by Crave

Fukushu Kumquat Topiary

$95

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$95

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The kumquat is a no-nonsense citrus fruit that stands up to harsh weather conditions while packing a powerful burst of flavor in every bite. This diminutive topiary brightens up the windowsill and bears fruit long after the holiday has passed.

This product is sold by VivaTerra

Cavalier Essentials Duffel

$1,695

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$1,695

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Cavalier Essential’s handcrafted leather duffel bag is designed to age gracefully with time, highlighting the exceptional quality of its raw material. Custom-made and hand-stitched in New York, the bag is both durable and intuitively crafted, offering a custom strap and sturdy handles.

This product is sold by Cavalier Essentials

The Perfect Pencil

$250

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$250

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Designed and crafted by Graf von Faber Castell this platinum-plated implement has a built in sharpener to ensure there’s always the finest graphite tip when making your point. A built-in replaceable eraser and retractable point make the utensil an ideal gift for the draftsman, architect or sketch artist.

This product is sold by Graf von Faber-Castell

Simplehuman Sensor Soap Pump

$35

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$35

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This automatic soap dispenser is activated by motion for a no muss, no fuss and ultra-hygienic solution to hand-washing. A wide opening makes refills a snap and the dispenser is available in a variety of finishes.

This product is sold by Simplehuman

MegaPhone

$530- $800

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$530- $800

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Italian design firm en&is has fashioned this sublime speaker alternative for the iPod. A hand-crafted wood stand supports the ceramic megaphone to amplify your tunes without using extra power.

This product is sold by en&is

Teas From China, Taiwan and Vietnam Box Set

$65

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$65

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This sampler of Chinese, Taiwanese and Vietnamese teas contains 12 different teas in metal tubes, each of which can produce a 6-cup teapot. The set also comes with a copy of The Théophile Guide.

This product is sold by Le Palais Des Thés

Crazy Bird Hand Embroidery

$40

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$40

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Crazy Bird’s custom-made hand-embroidered bird cartoons feature sweet birds and cheeky little sayings framed with a classic wooden embroidery hoop.

This product is sold by Etsy

Mini Print Note Cards

$20

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$20

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These note cards feature iconic mini prints of world-renowned music legends and their animals. All photographs are donated for the purpose of raising money for at-risk animals. The sets include 10 mini-cards and envelopes.

This product is sold by Morrison Hotel Gallery

The Kimchi Chronicles

$21

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$21

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In this hardcover book, Marja Vongerichten leads the reader through Korean cooking for the American kitchen, with everything from recipes to examples of how Korean flavors can be integrated into any meal.

This product is sold by Rodale Books

KeepCup

$8 to $15

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$8 to $15

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For the eco-conscious caffeine junky, these safe and reusable plastic coffee cups are durable, lightweight, dishwasher and microwave safe and available in a wide range of sizes and colors that can be customized on the brand’s nifty website. Plus, each size replicates standard takeaway coffee sizes and are short enough to fit on the machine, so you’ll never need a disposable cup again.

This product is sold by KeepCup

iPhone Tank Cases

$35

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$35

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These military-grade protective cases are made of a polycarbonate hard shell, with a retractable screen shield. As a testament to the case’s indestructibility the owner of Case Mate reportedly ran over the Tank Case with his Hummer with no damage done to his iPhone. The case is available in black, pink, army green, orange, and white.

This product is sold by Case Mate

Mother & Child Candles

$45

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$45

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Mother & Child candles are made of high-quality coconut wax, with a floral blend of night jasmine, peony and gardenia. Each comes in its own hand-blown vessel. Plus, purchase of the candles supports the Tibetan Healing Fund.

This product is sold by Tenover Six

Kata Pro-Light Backpack

$280

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$280

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The Kata Pro-Light Backpack protects your equipment during extreme weather. An ideal tool for traveling photographers, the backpack features a tripod holder, a camera strap, and a padded laptop compartment.

This product is sold by Kata

Cannondale Hooligan

$1,100

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$1,100

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This innovative commuter blends functional design and a fun, compact Delta V frame design for the lightest and strongest bike around. Even with 20-inch wheels and an extremely low standover the Hooligan is meant for full-size adults. Plus the small wheels accelerate faster and the condensed design is ideal of dense city living.

This product is sold by Cannondale