Great Online Boutique Recommendations: Valentine’s 2010
If you’re a woman, you’re likely thinking your gift to your hunny will be a fresh bikini wax—for you, not for him! But still, as much as he’ll appreciate that, you’ve got to come up with something more. Why not offer him some chocolates? Or even better, Vodka? Telluride provides some of the best of both and Bonjour Colorado readers enjoy discounts from our mountain town’s top-of-the-line purveyors, Telluride Truffle and Telluride Vodka. Type in promo code Paris 10 in the Redeem Coupon Box to receive a 10% discount on Telluride Truffle online orders. Mention Bonjour Colorado to Telluride Vodka to receive $5. off every bottle you purchase.
Alpine-Inspired Scarves and Scarf Ornaments from Alpen Schatz
Alpen Schatz, another authentic Telluride boutique, is also offering a special 10% discount to BonjourColorado readers; just type in Bonjour upon check out. I love their Italian silk scarves embellished with heart scarf ornaments, just the sort of ever-lasting Valentine’s Day keepsake I’d gift to myself. Who can beat hearts and flowers anyway? Plus all the scarves are awash with edelweiss, an alpine flower that symbolizes happiness.
Chocolate Financiers from Patisserie Colson
Looking to satisfy zee French in you, your lover, brother or mom? Go directly to Patisserie Colson to shop for tins of refined sweets that will delight your most discerning gourmands. Their financiers and rugelach serve as the perfect accompaniment to a pot of strong tea or hot chocolate.
If you want to conjure up memories of the beach, think salt water taffy. Forbes Candies has been wrapping their sweets in sea breeze and sunshine since 1933. I discovered them on a trip to Virginia Beach last fall and each time I nibble on a piece of their salt water taffy, I’m transported back to the sand and the surf of the Atlantic. Other specialties include fudge and brittle, both of which come in a ship’s cargo-load of flavors. Enter Bonjour at check out to receive a 15% discount on orders of $30. or more.
For those particular to specialized poufing and pampering, you’ll love the natural products and remedies made by Kneipp. From Arnica Revitalizing Spray to Lavender Balancing Herbal Bath to Almond Blossom Dry Skin Body Oil, Kneipp has created many extraordinary products that promote a holistic approach to finding good health and well being. Now that’s what I call a gift of love. No wonder they’ve been around since 1891.
And I bet you never imagined you could experience so much tradition and savoir faire with online shopping.
Oh, and don’t forget to include that special love note, even if the gift is for yourself.
