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From Stylehive: This Valentine's Day, Give Her Flowers That Won't Wilt

The Budget Babe has teamed up with Stylehive.com to exchange links once a week so that you can see what's buzzing in their budget-friendly hive.

Valentine's Day is this weekend, so last-minute gift givers take heed: You'll need to pick up some chocolates, flowers and jewelry, stat. Or better yet, skip the fattening candies and wilting buds for a gift that will creating lasting memories long after the 14th has come and gone.

Think floral-themed jewelry, sparkling accessories that meld the best of two worlds for a fashion statement that says "I love you." That's what our friends at Stylehive have in mind with a round-up of some beautiful jewels with flowery motifs.

Check out this slideshow, then drop a hint to your special someone by sending them the link!


Off the Rack: Spring Fling at American Apparel





COLORED Denim


In many ways, American Apparel stores look the same every season. Whether it's the middle of summer or the dead of winter, you can always count on AA's neatly displayed racks, rows and stacks of famous basics in a rainbow of colors. But whereas winter stock includes hoodies and long sleeves, spring means lots more tank tops, skirts and dresses. With Valentine's Day right around the corner, it begs mentioning that American Apparel also has a fab selection of sexy unmentionables including supersoft cotton panties, boxers and thongs. If you think about it, many of the crazy clothing items they carry (think silver lame hotshorts and sheer lace leotards) are perfect for spicing things up in the bedroom! And they are affordable to boot. Check it out, you'll thank me later.

More photos after the jump >>

Christina Ricci, Amanda Seyfried, Busy Phillips in QVC






Christina Ricci - Marc Bouwer Embellished Shrug Green, $45.00


Hollywood startlets Christina Ricci, Amanda Seyfried, and Busy Phillips are new fashion fans of Rachel Zoe, Marc Bouwer, and Isaac Mizrahi…for QVC! Great to see celebrities embracing affordable looks that many recessionistas can enjoy.






Amanda Seyfried-ISAACMIZRAHILIVE! Leather Drawstring Bag Grape, $239.50







Busy Phillips- Rachel Zoe Double Faced Belted Cape Black, $88.00



These items will be available during the QVC show on 2/13 at 10pm ET. Which begs the question: How many of you ladies enjoy shopping from the comfort of you home with TV retailers like QVC? I've never ordered anything over the phone, but I have bought "as seen on TV" products at the drugstore. Online shopping is more my thing, but I'm curious to know the advantages of TV shopping. Share in the comments!