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Santana Row Valentine’s Day gift guide 2018

Valentine’s Day is almost here! This means it is the perfect time to find that perfect something for that special someone on your list. My favorite place to find something special for Valentine’s Day is Santana Row. There are so many fabulous shops to check out to find the perfect gift! In addition, Santana Row is a beautiful place to spend Valentine’s Day!

On Valentine’s Day, why not have a special getaway planned on the Row! You can book a room for you, and your loved one, at Hotel Valencia, enjoy coffee at Cocola, brunch at Left Bank, test drive the new Tesla, enjoy spa treatments at Burke Williams, and shop on the Row! It would be the perfect day!

To top off the perfect day, you need the perfect gift. Trying to figure out what to give that special someone on Valentine’s Day can be overwhelming, but never fear, my official gift guide is here!

Without further ado, here are my tips for finding the perfect Valentine’s Day gift from Santana Row for that special someone on your list.

Suitsupply to keep him looking sharp

Does the man in your life enjoy looking sharp? Or perhaps he could use a little help in the style department? Don’t worry, Santana Row has you covered! The newest addition to Santana Row is Suitsupply. This luxury men’s shop has the perfect suit for every man; and the perfect tie, dress shoes, and work bag. Suitsupply has it all! Bring him in for a custom fitting, or surprise him with accessories to update his current wardrobe. You can’t go wrong!

To learn more, visit Suit Supply on Santana Row or call at 1-408-617-8939

Kendra Scott to give her something special

Is your Valentine fashionable and discerning? Then she will love something from Kendra Scott! You will certainly find the perfect gift for her at Kendra Scott. The shop is stocked with classic pieces as well as the designer’s beautiful spring 2018 collection. You can’t go wrong with a gift from Kendra Scott; everyone loves Kendra!

To learn more, and see the whole collection, please visit Kendra Scott on Santana Row or call 1-669-231-0300

Paper Source for fun gift ideas

Is your Valentine whimsical, artistic, and fun? Then check out Paper Source for the perfect gift with whimsy. If you have children on your list, you can find the perfect gift here too.

To learn more, please visit Paper Source on Santana Row or call 1-408-241-9000

Sugarfina for the sweet tooth on your list

C’mon, who doesn’t love sweet treats!? Sugarfina is the perfect place to find sweet treats for everyone on your Valentine’s Day gift list. You can build a special bento box filled with candies you choose or find a pre-designed gift Sugarfina has put love into. You can’t go wrong with a gift from Sugarfina!

To learn more, please visit Sugarfina on Santana Row or call 1-855-784-2734

There you have it! Fabulous gift ideas from Santana Row for Valentine’s Day. If you still aren’t sure what to get that special someone on your list, you can purchase a gift card, in any denomination, from the concierge at Santana Row.

Happy Valentine’s Day!

*Sponsored by Santana Row. All thoughts and opinions are my own.


Holiday Gift Guide to Santana Row 2017

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‘Tis the season! The holidays are my favorite season of the year. One of the things that make the holidays special, is spending time at San Jose’s premiere lifestyle destination, Santana Row. I love strolling the Row with my family in tow, brunching at Left Bank, lunching at Maggiano’s, and enjoying dinner at Sino. In addition to eating and hanging out, Santana Row is special during the holidays because of the decorations, and wide variety of shops to find that perfect somethin’ somethin’ for everyone on my holiday list.

Since I know the Row like the back of my hand, I wanted to share with you some special new shops at Santana Row which feature fabulous gift ideas! There is something for everyone at these new shops; as well as the established stores we have all grown to love at Santana Row.

Holidays Gifts from Makers Market

How fabulous is this jewelry and decor from Makers Market! I love their local, handmade wares which make amazing holiday presents. You can find artistic pieces from local, emerging designers who put their heart and soul into their craft. I am pretty sure I need at least one of those bracelets in my life. Which will you choose?

You can see these gift ideas and more at Makers Market located on Santana Row or call 408.320.1868

Holiday Gifts from Liberatone

Have you checked out Libratone yet? If not, then run there now! They have the most amazing speakers with blue-tooth capability. I especially love their speaker which is water resistant. It is perfect for outdoor entertaining. The colors are just as bright as the sound. My daughter, pictured above, declared these the “best headphones on the market!” This means a lot, she is a headphone snob. The headphones are blue-tooth wireless and produce crystal clear sound. They would make the ideal gift for the teen or college student on your list!

To see these gifts and more, check out Libratone on Santana Row or call 888.429.6133

Holiday Gifts from Amazon Books

There is a new bookstore on the Row! Amazon has opened an Amazon Bookstore which offers shoppers local favorites, a vast children’s section, and some electronic toy demonstrations. This is a great place to start if you plan on shopping with Amazon this holiday season.

You can find plenty of gifts from Amazon online at Amazon.com, check out local favorites and test out toys at Amazon Books on Santana Row, or call 408-346-0212

Holiday Gifts from Aesop

Aesop is a fabulous beauty product line filled with hair and skin care products. They have a large assortment of gift boxes for the beauty fan on your list. Plus, if you like to test before you buy, they have the cutest testing station I have ever seen. Isn’t it fabulous and hip! Love!

You can find all these fabulous beauty products at Aesop on Santana Row or call  408.320.1866

Holiday Gifts from Sugarfina

So you know I have a sweet tooth! I can’t walk into Sugarfina without buying something. After taking these pictures to scout out all the yummy treats you can give this holiday season, I walked out with enough candy to fill my empty bento box at home. You too, can find the perfect sweet treats to give this holiday season at Sugarfina. They have holiday themed bento boxes available to ensure you have the right presentation too. The little individual boxes also make the ideal stocking stuffers. Love!

You can find these gifts, and taste a little too, at Sugarfina on Santana Row or call 855.784.2734

There you have it! Old and new shops with fabulous gifts for the holidays at Santana Row. Which if these gifts are you hoping to find under the tree this holiday season?

Still can’t decide to what to buy? Why not give a Gift Card to Santana Row! They not only make shopping easy, but they are also fabulous stocking stuffers! You can purchase a Gift Card, in any amount, at the Santana Row concierge, or online at SantanaRow.com

Happy shopping, and have a fabulous holiday season!

XOXO

Cathy

*sponsored by Santana Row. all thoughts and opinions are my own


Fall 2017 style at Santana Row

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pictured: “Look” warning painted on the ground at Santana Row, reminding to look before crossing the street / shoes

Look! Fall 2017 has arrived at Santana Row, and it is more fabulous then we could have imagined! The fall 2017 season is all about shades of red, pink, army green, all-black, dark hues, green, ,purple, cobalt, pale beige, all-white, and shades of yellow. We are seeing camo, metallics, lace, bomber jackets, mules/slides, an abundance of faux fur, velvet, satin, wide leg pants, track pants, 1970s inspiration, 1990s inspiration, brocade, embroidery, ruffles, bell sleeves, cropped pants, slim pants, and statement prints. Whew! That was a mouthful!

There is a lot going on in the world of fashion for the fall 2017 season. So, to make it easier, I have broken down where on Santana Row to find the hottest and most wearable trends of the fall season.

Fall Style at Santana Row: Urban Chic at Diesel

My heart stood still when I walked into Diesel. They have the most fabulous jackets and coats of the fall season! Diesel at Santana Row is filled with faux fur, red, embroidery, and 1990s inspiration. If I had a money tree in my backyard, I would spend every dollar here. If you are looking for the perfect urban chic, clothing to live in, then Diesel is for you.

You can find Diesel on Santana Row or call at 408.241.2355

Hot for fall from Diesel:

Fall Style at Santana Row: Casual and fabulous at Anthropologie

Anthropologie is filled with both casual and dressy looks for the fall 2017 season. They have a little bit of everything. Anthropologie offers something from every hot trend for fall. Look for soft fabrications such as satin and velvet, frayed hem jeans, faux fur, denim jackets, embellishments; and more!

For everything you need for fall, stop in at Anthropologie Santana Row or call 408.249.0436

Shop fall at Anthropologie:

Fall Style at Santana Row: Hot off the runway at Donald J Pliner

Donald J Pliner has hit a home run this fall. This collection is nothing short of fabulous. The fall 2017 trends are being hit on all accounts at Donald J Pliner; and his collection is hot off the runway. Look for block heels, fur embellishments, embroidery, suede, slides/mules, booties, and more. Also, white boots and shoes are arguably the hottest fall trend in shoes this season; Donald J Pliner is rocking the white trend!

In addition to shoes, Donald J Pliner has a fabulous collection of jewelry by Dahl B. Jewelry; be sure to check it out in-store!

For more information, visit Donald J Pliner at Santana Row or call 408.260.2500

Shop Donald J Pliner for fall:

Fall Style at Santana Row: California Casual at Lou & Grey

Lou & Grey has the perfect clothing for California living. The collection is lightweight, easy to wear and care for, and fits right into the hottest fall trends. Look for military green, camo, on trend denim, earthy yet feminine jewelry, street sneakers, track pants (hot fall trend), and shades of pink.

For more information, please visit Lou & Grey Santana Row or call 408.260.9124

Shop Lou & Grey for fall 2017:

There are so many places to find the hottest fall trends at Santana Row this season. For more jewelry, check out Kendra Scott, and for runway inspired pieces and crazy good prices, check out H & M. Of course, Gucci has an array of IT bags to complete any fall look.

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

*sponsored by Santana Row, all thoughts and opinions are my own.