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ROMANCE TALKS

In this fast-paced world we live in, true sentiment can get lost inhurried conversations and last-minute gestures. This Valentine's Dayremember - actions speak louder than sweet nothings. Use our guide toshow someone you're walking the walk!

hearts and hugs,l'étoile

SWEETS FOR THE SWEET - CHOCOLAT CELESTE

Give a tasteful gift this Valentine's Day from Chocolat Celeste. Noted as "One of theTop Ten Emerging Chocolatiers in America", this Saint Paul shop features elegantboxes of grand-sized truffles and artisian bonbons sure to make the perfect gift for

your favorite’s sweet-tooth!

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POP CHERUB by LANCÔME

Celebrity make-up artist and Lancôme creative director Gucci Westman Neville hascreated a sumptuous spring collection influenced by 18 th-century fashion. MarieAntoinette-inspired details merge with modern neon shades - think fancy fondant forthe face – and the sleek, silver cases feature cherub-shaped charms. POP CHERUB

combines a broad, light-infused color spectrum highlighting fresh pastels likespearmint and classic sugar pink, plus metallic silver and bitter chocolate. "I wanted tocreate harmonious shades that flirt with fantasy but are not too outrageous…" saysWestman. Cake-inspired cosmetics? We think the line looks good enough to eat!

Available at most major department stores.

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PRETTY PLEASE? (WITH A CHERRY ON TOP?)

Why not "pour some sugar" on your sweetie this valentine’s? Maid of Scandinavia hashundreds of opalescent, edible dusts and glitters for you to play with. Unleash yourinner pixie and sparkle!

CLICK THE IMAGE FOR THE MAID OF SCANDINAVIA SITE



MISSED CONNECTIONS

Want to find out if your bus crush is crushing on you? Take a happenstance chance andpost a missed connection on Craigslist. You never know! Putting it out into the cosmosmay even give you the boost you need to actually say hello next time, fraidy cat!

CLICK THE IMAGE FOR CRAIGSLIST MISSED CONNECTIONS



FLOWER POWER

You'll find no baby's breath here - only "oh, baby, I love it!" The green thumbsophisticates at Stems and Vines offer refreshing floral selections. Modern bouquetswith vibrant colors and unique arrangement are the mainstay here, so set aside the

red rose bucket - we know you have better taste than that!Order online or visit one of three St. Paul locations.

CLICK THE IMAGE FOR THE STEMS AND VINES SITE



THE BRITCHES ARE COMING!

Who says the British are boring? Coco de Mer, famous English "naughty-bits" emporium,recently made the leap across the pond to sell its upscale versions of everything kinky.From vintage lace blindfolds to painfully sexy lingerie, you'll find all you need to put

that spring back in your step.

BOOTY CALLING?

With under things that lovely, you'll want to make sure your...assets...are fullycovered. Before they're uncovered. If the recent winter chill has left you with a badcase of “Baby Got Back-ne”, make an appointment at Extrados for a fanny facial! Ablissful 45-minute massage to release pressure and tension in the lower back followedby a buff, hydration and shine to give your "cheeks" a healthy glow.

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FRIDAY’S ARTIST

Paola Pivi

Paola Pivi, an Alaska-based, Milanese artist, has won international recognition for herambitious, daring and thoughtful projects. Often enormously complex to realize,

grand in size and scope and employing a variety of media, her projects range fromsculpture and photography to live actions involving animals and people. Pivi's interestin the oddities of popular culture and human relationships is evident in everyinstallation. Wow, we're tuckered out just thinking about it! If you just so happen tobe in Switzerland next week, check out her new solo show at Kunstalle Basel (we'dcertainly be there, but we're busy that night).

The artist's website is under construction, (ah, to be a relaxed Italian! Oh wait, ours isunder construction too!) but a quick Google search does the trick if you crave moreinformation!

CLICK THE IMAGE FOR MORE INFO ON PAOLA PIVI



WHAT GOES AROUND, SNOWS AROUND

You are such a nicey. Really you are. This weekend, brush up on your snow etiquetteand lend a mittened hand to someone in need. Since you'll be so bundled and busywe've taken the liberty to act as your personal social assistant - and believe us, your

cards are filled - dance, Samaritan and otherwise.xo-l'étoile

CLICK THE IMAGE FOR TIPS ON BUILDING A SNOWMAN



CLEANING OUT OUR CLOSETS

Spring has sprung and Summer is beginning to dig it's hot heels in. Before it does, giveyour place and yourself a pre-summer over-haul! Whether that means a new beach-friendly 'do, re-arranging your living room or finally making that "less beer/more

veggies" commitment - l'étoile is behind you 100%.If sprucing up your abode or 'drobe is on the top of your list, make sure to pop by ourSuper Yard Sale this Saturday from 10am-5pm on the corner of 26th & Pleasant inUptown! Just think what you might find!

xo-l'étoile

ILLUSTRATION BY AMAZING INTERN MOLLY BUTTERFOSS!



COOL LINK: SEVEN New York

One of the most comprehensive, cutting-edge fashion web boutiques we've seen,Seven New York serves as an outlet for the hottest international designers, but is alsoan invaluable look at who's making what and when… you can view the last three

seasons by any designer and build your own fashion sand-castle from there.CLICK THE IMAGE FOR THE SEVEN NEW YORK SITE



Learn A Language

@University Language Center1313 Fifth Street S.E., Suite 201Minneapolis

Whether you want to woo your lover with French sweet nothings or you’re bags arepacked, check out the language courses at the University Language Center. It’s afabulous way to inject some lasting culture into your life on the cheap.

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LOVE IS A MANY SPLENDORED THING

You’ll find a million and one gift ideas for your friends, your lover and even yourmother at Global Village. This West Bank import-ium swells with colorful clothing,cheerful house wares, gorgeous jewelry, exotic art and enough incense to keep your

dwelling smelling sexy till next Valentine’s Day!Love for Sale: 25% off all jewelry and clothing through February 14th!

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SUPER TROOPERS

Operation NightCAP (nighttime concentrated alcohol patrol) is an impaired drivingprevention program designed to reduce alcohol related traffic deaths on Minnesota’sroadways.

Translation? Don't. Drive. Drunk. They're really not fooling this year. Nor should they.So think ahead, program the phone with a few of these numbers, and don't ring in theNew Year at Detox. Honestly, who wants to walk six icy blocks from the parking rampin their best Marc Jacobs anyway??

CLICK THE IMAGE FOR THE OPERATION NIGHTCAP SITE



A Sean Na Na New Years Eve!

@ The Turf ClubUniversity & SnellingSt.Paul

Sean Na Na, aka Sean Tillmann, aka Har Mar SuperStar, is living proof that somefantasies really do come true. Legend has it he walked right into his college'sadministration office and told them "Listen Registrar, I'm gonna be a Rock Star !". Andthat's exactly what he did. This born performer comes home to rock the Turf right into2007.

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