5 things you'll love this Valentine's Day (and beyond)

Buys You Love

February 11, 2013

Site Staff,

Baxter of California Safety Razor

$60, Mojo Barbershop, 1157 Bethel St., (808) 888-2068.
Your man can use this custom Double Edge Safety Razor to score a serious wet shave at home. Not a blade runner? Exchange it for a signature Mojo Barbershop service instead.

$60, Mojo Barbershop, 1157 Bethel St., (808) 888-2068.
Your man can use this custom Double Edge Safety Razor to score a serious wet shave at home. Not a blade runner? Exchange it for a signature Mojo Barbershop service instead.

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Jalapeno, Bangkok and Habanero hot sauce trio

$35, sticker included, Adoboloco, available on Kickstarter.
Adoboloco's hot sauces (a Biting Commentary favorite) pack delicious heat, from mild to hot, in perfectly packaged bottles.

$35, sticker included, Adoboloco, available on Kickstarter.
Adoboloco's hot sauces (a Biting Commentary favorite) pack delicious heat, from mild to hot, in perfectly packaged bottles.

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‘Making Waves’ t-shirt

$38, Organik's Making Waves collection, coming soon in stores and online.
He'll love the soft, vintage feel of Organik's new spring 2013 collection, made from organic cotton, sustainable bamboo and recycled plastic bottles.

$38, Organik's Making Waves collection, coming soon in stores and online.
He'll love the soft, vintage feel of Organik's new spring 2013 collection, made from organic cotton, sustainable bamboo and recycled plastic bottles.

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Six-pack of Aloha Lager

$9.99, Aloha Beer Company, 580 N. Nimitz Hwy., (808) 545-5959.
For bonus points, pair this Aloha Lager six-pack with a hearty meal. Its mild bitterness and dry, spicy finish taste best with seafood and steak.

$9.99, Aloha Beer Company, 580 N. Nimitz Hwy., (808) 545-5959.
For bonus points, pair this Aloha Lager six-pack with a hearty meal. Its mild bitterness and dry, spicy finish taste best with seafood and steak.

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‘The American Cocktail’ book and Whisky Stones beverage cubes

$19.95 book, $24 stones, Oliver Men's Shop, 49 Kihapai St., (808) 261-6587.
Talk about a match made in heaven. Your man will become a master mixologist with this cool bar accessory and the ultimate instruction manual.

$19.95 book, $24 stones, Oliver Men's Shop, 49 Kihapai St., (808) 261-6587.
Talk about a match made in heaven. Your man will become a master mixologist with this cool bar accessory and the ultimate instruction manual.

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Valentine's Day treats from Paiko, Imi Jewelry, Cake Works, SpaHalekulani and Gypsy

So, last night's Grammy Awards. Overall, it was pretty awesome.

Like when Justin Timberlake donned a Suit and Tie for his first live televised performance in five years. Or when Bruno Mars and company led an energetic Bob Marley tribute to the rapt attention of front-row A-listers. Or when Carrie Underwood's gown took an acid trip and exploded in a swarm of tiny butterflies….

Alright, not every moment was a great one (we still love you, Carrie!). Still, the telecast did a great job of distracting you from the sobering realization that Valentine's Day is just three days away and, for some reason, your heart's just not in it.

Perhaps this will change your mind. Today, we present five local Valentine's Day offerings you're bound to fall in love with, no matter the status of your relationship. Note: all but one can be enjoyed without an actual Valentine.

1// Pink Mason Jar Arrangement
A lovely bouquet of pink roses, snapdragons, tulips and waxflowers tucked into a reusable mason jar will brighten the room and your mood.
$32 small, $80 large, Paiko, 675 Auahi St., (808) 988-2165.

2// Imi Jewelry Heart Collection
Delicate stud earrings, rings and heart lariat necklaces channel the spirit of Valentine's Day without going overboard.
$30-$76, available at Owens & Co., Olive Boutique, The Butik, LMS and Milieu.

3// Heart-Shaped Macarons
These French confections seem even sweeter in the form of red velvet, chocolate, strawberry and raspberry hearts.
$12 for set of 6, Eden in Love, Ward Warehouse, (808) 591-1005, and Cake Works, 2820 S. King St., (808) 946-4333.

4// Romantic Rendezvous Spa Package
Space is limited for this 90-minute couples massage, which begins in a hot tub with champagne and candlelight and ends with fruit and tea on a private terrace.
$390 per couple plus tax and gratuity, available Thursday-Monday only, SpaHalekulani, 2199 Kalia Rd., (808) 931-5322.

5// Gypsy Velvet Rose Valentine Bralette
Feel the love in this super-soft, limited-edition bralette, handmade from burgundy crushed velvet with black trim and a center cinch.
$36, available online and in select boutiques.

As for the guys…

Thank you to everyone who entered our Valentine's Day Guy Gift Giveaway! Congratulations to our winners: Joan Kysar, Brian Tsuruda, Jessica Cheng, Lisa Sur and Emily Ogasawara. Don't forget, these awesome gift ideas are available right now. Click through the items below for details.