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Denim Affair: They carry a T-shirt line, PeaceLoveMom, that’s selling like crazy and a perfect gift for mom. They have several styles and color choices in burn out and soft jersey cotton. 9848 Rea Road. 704-341-4791. www.denimaffaironline.com

Beadlush: 1217 The Plaza. 704-376-3331. www.beadlush.com

Handpicked: New Brushed Sterling Silver Collections, New Original Stone Collections (Necklaces, Earrings, and Bracelets), New Costume gold Collections. Colorful metal vases and tubs, buy one get one free. (Great to fill flowers with for Mother’s Day.) New rings and great handbags in beautiful spring and summer colors are 30 percent off. Come in while supplies last. 1721 Kenilworth Ave. 704-334-2037. 8040 Providence Rd # 600. 704-541-1431. 9844 Rea Road #A. 704-405-9780. www.behandpicked.com

Cottage Chic: Best sellers for mom — Bedhead Pajamas, locally handmade jewelry, candles (just voted “Best of the Best” for candle selection by Charlotte Magazine), bath & body goodies from Fresh and Elizabeth W, and fun bags by Jane Marvel. 1232 East Blvd. 704-375-1888. (more…)

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Why does mama deserve something nice? Tell the staff at Paper Skyscraper:

Post your reason Mom Deserves Something Nice to the Paper Skyscraper Facebook Page, and/or Tweet it to @PaperSkyscraper on Twitter. On Saturday May 9, the Paper Skyscraper staff will choose our favorite reason and award a $25 Paper Skyscraper Gift Card to the winner. The winner will be listed on our Facebook Page and will get a shout-out on Twitter. So, get to work, and good luck!

Here’s mine: My mom deserves something nice because she always makes me Korean food when I go home to visit.

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Still haven’t found something for mama? Check out this event, going down tomorrow at the Omni Hotel. Call or email for more information: 704-277-0859 or xdarlene@yahoo.com.

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If you spend $50 or more on a gift for mama from The Pink Hanger, you get to pick out a free pair of earrings for yourself. Sweet!

2935 Providence Road, Suite 103
704-366-7272

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During one of the most commercialized holidays of the year, consider the gifts that you cannot go wrong with: flowers. What woman or man cannot appreciate a beautiful arrangement of colorful flowers? Here is a list of local floral shops that can understand the new recessional holiday seasons. (And if you’re looking for a little extra something to give your honey, check out our Lusty Gift Guide and deals from Charlotte area boutiques).

Elizabeth House Flowers
1431 South Blvd.
704-342-3920

-1 dozen red roses in vase- $75
-Expression of Love- 6 red roses in vase/eucalyptus- $50
-10 red tulips- $60
-Love Letter Roses- Pink/Red/White in vase- $100 (pictured below)

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Everyone in Charlotte knows one of the best places to go for Valentine’s Day gifts is The Red Door, especially if you’re sick of teddy bears, heart-shaped candy and flowers. And yes, with three locations in the Q.C., it is a fine establishment to check out, which I did. But I also passed through a couple of other spots that might not be so high on your radar, and put together a gift guide for those interested in celebrating the lustier side of Valentine’s Day. Lingerie, sex toys and games, woo hoo!

Earth Angel
3728 E Independence Blvd
704-532-8360

These shoes have a beer opener on the heel. $69.

If you really must adorn hearts, these shoes are for you. $69.

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After asking a few random guys what they would like from a girl for Valentine’s Day, I was still at square one. Every single one of them replied with the usual, “For her to cook me a steak, naked/in lingerie/in costume.” While this is certainly acceptable for the sexiest day of the year, I can’t exactly put it in a gift guide. So in addition to cooking (naked) for your guy, here is a list of some items he might also appreciate:

1. For the foodie:
Rub With Love Barbecue Sauce: $7
Chicken Rub, Salmon Rub, Steak Rub: $8
Sur La Table
4400 Sharon Rd # 175
704-362-2360

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Oh dear. Singles Awareness Day — Valentine’s Day, I mean — is coming up.

Show your lovey-dovey and your wallet some affection by checking out some of the deals we’ve received notice of from area shops. (Keep checking back for updates throughout the week!)

• Scout and Molly’s of Charlotte: Buy a gift for your sweetheart and get a Cosabella stretch lace thong in pink or red for half off!!
3920 Sharon Road, Suite B150
704-817-7009

• Beadlush: They’re having a sale on all finished jewelry from now through Valentine’s Day, 20 percent to 50 percent off.
1217 The Plaza
704-376-3331 (more…)

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