February 7, 2018 | Lifestyle
From premium petals and stylish shades to exquisite culinary excursions and more, these gifts for her are guaranteed to impress this Valentine's Day.
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Chicago-based florist Luxe Bloom works wonders with roses, with bouquets that last a whopping 60-plus days—so your pinks and crimsons will last long past the limits of your green thumb (or lack thereof). Lasting Luxury Roses, Luxe Bloom ($299), luxebloom.com
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Frame your love in a whole new way with these chic heart-shaped shades from Saint Laurent. Mirrored Heart Sunglasses, Saint Laurent ($490), Bloomingdale's, 900 N. Michigan Ave., 312.440.4460
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Take your romance to (actual) new heights courtesy of Chicago Helicopter Experience, with tony tour packages starting from a Romance Flight (including a complimentarty Champagne toast, chocolates and more) and topping off at their V.I.P. offering that, following a private helicopter tour of the city, escorts you to a four-course meal at one of Chicago Cut's restaurants via black car service ($2,400). CHE Valentine's Day Specials, starting at $400/couple with taxes and fees included, 2420 S. Halsted St., 312.967.8687
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When it's too cold for date night at the museum, this splashy piece by Henri Boissiere will satisfy an aesthete in spades. Henri Boissiere, "Cubix 148," $599, available at Room & Board, 55 E. Ohio St., 312.222.0970
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Dipped in pink chocolate, dappled with sprinkles and available in Belgian chocolate or strawberry flavors, these shortbread-encased sweet treats from Chicago staple Eli's Cheesecake are confections befit for Cupid. Heart-shaped cheesecake cookie sandwiches, $39 for 6 (plus shipping), elicheesecake.com
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At Italian favorite Dolce, executive chef Nathaniel Cayer is showcasing the art of Bolognese during an exclusive pasta-making class on Valentine's Day. Leave with a jar of sauce, housemade pasta and—thanks to Roman-inspired light bites that will be served throughout—a satisfied stomach. $40 per person, 127 W. Huron St., reserve at Eventbrite
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Keep it local—and luxe—at The Blackstone, whose holiday package boasts bites from in-hotel restaurant Mercat a la Planxa, chocolate-covered strawberries and upgraded lakeside room views. Sounds pretty suite. "Stay in Love" package, 636 S. Michigan Ave., 312-447-0955
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Sure, $1 oysters and a chef's special dessert are enticing offers, but it's half-priced bottles of rosé (yes, half-priced bottles of rosé) all day long that make Hampton Social a must-book on the 14th. 353 W. Hubbard St., 312.464.0500 (River North); 705 Village Center Dr., 630.219.0009 (Burr Ridge)
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Windy City chocolatier Vosges Haut-Chocolat is upping the ante, partnering with Experience Piemonte on a culinary excursion to the Langhe wine region of Italy that includes truffle hunting, decadent dinners and more. Five night culinary trip for two, available February through December, starting at $6,500 (does not include airfare)
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A dazzling display of six stunning diamonds ensconced in 14kt gold is a chic way to quite literally ring in the occasion. Renya 14kt gold step ring with black rose cut or white diamonds, $465, at Imperfect Grace
