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From decadent chocolate truffles and luxe leather goods to rose scented candles and sparkly diamond jewelry, here’s a roundup of my favorite love inspired items in honor of Valentine’s Day!

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2012 was a fantastic year but I have a feeling 2013 is going to my greatest year yet! I hope the same for you and wish you good health, prosperity, peace, joy, love, laughter and lasting memories in 2013. Thanks so much to each and every one of you for reading this blog. Your support means the world to me! Now it’s time to pop some bubbly and celebrate the New Year! Cheers to 2013!!!

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With Christmas less than a week away there’s still time for procrastinators everywhere to find the perfect present. If you’re still in need of some gift-giving inspiration, we’ve lined up some seriously stylish, So Haute-approved gift picks for everyone on your list! You can thank us later;-) Happy Shopping!

1. Proenza Schouler PS11 Mini Shoulder Bag, $1675 | 2. Deborah Lippmann Love Notes Gift Set, $38 | 3. Jennifer Zeuner Cursive Love Necklace, $143 | 4. Charlotte Olympia Glitter Kitty Flats, $695 | 5. Kate Spade Le Pavillion iPhone Case, $40 | 6. Valentino Rockstud Patent Leather Pumps, $1095 | 7. Alexander Wang Ponyhair Prisma Wristlet, $315 | 8. Finn 18K Rose Gold Arrow Ring, $650 | 9. Tom Ford Violet Blonde Eau de Parfum, $70/1 oz | 10. Sugar Paper XOXO Note Cards, $24 | 11. Enamel Initial Cuff, $38 | 12. J. Crew Cashmere Cable Sweater, $158

1. Burberry Check Tie, $165 | 2. Ferragamo Logo Cufflinks, $250 | 3. Thomas Mason for J. Crew Plaid Shirt, $168 | 4. Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Billfold Wallet, $360 | 5. Canon EOS-M Mirrorless Compact Camera, $799 | 6. J. Crew Cashmere Scarf, $98 | 7. Tom Ford Noir Cologne, $90 | 8. Nike Fuel Band, $149.95 | 9. Dunhill Leather Driving Gloves, $325 | 10. Argyle Socks, $10.50

1. Jonathan Adler Letter Pillow, $110  | 2. Aerin Brass Match Striker, $190 | 3. Red Zebra Tray, $24 | 4. Faux Python Trays, $40-48 | 5. Jonathan Adler Mr. & Mrs. Muse Brass Place Card Holders, $98/4 | 6. Horn Bottle Opener, $22 | 7. Aerin Artichoke Bottle Stopper, $75 | 8. Nate Berkus for Target Yellow Box, $20 | 9. Fornasetti “Labbra” Candle, $165 | 10. Horn Salad Servers, $38 | 11. Wool Herringbone Throw, $128 | 12. Nate Berkus for Target Bone Picture Frame, $14.99

Row 1 L-R: American Decoration by Thomas Jayne, The Things That Matter by Nate Berkus, American Style by Nathan Turner | Row 2 L-R: The Big Book of Chic by Miles Redd, Rhapsody by Kelly Wearstler, Design Sponge at Home by Grace Bonney | Row 3 L-R: Grace: A Memoir by Grace Coddington, Be Your Own Decorator by Susanna Salk, Mary McDonald Interiors by Mary McDonald

I just wanted to take a moment to wish all of my American readers a Happy Memorial Day! Here is a collection of beautiful, patriotic images in celebration of the unofficial start of summer. I hope you all enjoy a day filled with relaxation, family, friends and good old fashioned barbecue!