Single? Alone? Welcome to the club. More than half of American women were living without a spouse in 2005, according to the U.S. Census. And just because you’re single doesn’t mean you’re giftless on Valentine’s Day. Shop for yourself and be glad Cupid kept his stupid arrow to himself.
Get a bear that reminds you of your last boyfriend. Slacker the Bear (real name) is a cuddly brown bear from Gund. His personality profile claims he’s “not lazy, he just knows how to relax” and “works plenty . . . when he feels like it.” Wow. You’ve so heard that before. The 11-inch Slacker is $14.95 at Amazon.com.
It’s February. You’ll freeze if you curl up with a movie and a pint of ice cream. Enjoy a chocolate fix for one with the Hershey’s Kisses Fondue. This ceramic pot is shaped like a Hershey kiss and can also be used as a candy dish. Includes cover, stand, forks and tea light. $16 at hersheygifts.com or call 800-454-7737.
Thank goodness you’re single! You can eat the full Pink Box: Assorted Chocolates by yourself. These gourmet chocolates come in nine flavors, individually marked so you know exactly what you’re picking. Flavors include Angel Food, a white chocolate ganache with fresh vanilla bean. $17.95 for a box of nine, coco-luxe.com.
Think of all the lame Valentine’s Day gifts you’ve received in the past (ahem, Precious Moments figurine). Now, treat yourself to something chic. The Ten Row Chain Heart Bracelet is 10 rows of sterling silver connected to a classy heart. It is 7.5 inches long and has a toggle closure. $295 at tiffany.com or Tiffany & Co. stores.
Some woman in the break room is bragging about the perfume her boyfriend bought her. Whatever. You can buy your own scent, and the Cocoa Therapy Instant Chocolate Fix from Origins won’t break the bank. Rub on pulse points and inhale a chocolate aroma meant to induce relaxation. $13.50 for 0.24 ounce at origins.com or Macy’s stores.
No one sent flowers? Give yourself an upgrade with a fluffy flower box from Artichoke & Co. The Saffron Shadows is a dark mahogany box filled with contrasting trachellium and yarrow. The flowers arrive fresh and they dry in place so you can keep the arrangement for years. And be prepared–a rep will call to make sure your flowers arrived fresh and pretty. $100 at artichokesandcompany.com or call 866-790-5270.
