Issue 15: February 11, 2020
Hello Dears,
Welcome to another weekly issue of The Wrap! We have some exciting announcements to share this week, in addition to a slew of lovely Valentine’s gift ideas for your nearest and dearest.
If you haven’t figured out what to give your sweetheart, perhaps you’ll be inspired by one of the gifts we shared on our recent NBC 4 Washington segment (you can watch here[!), or in the Galentine’s Day gift guide we published recently. You’ll find a recap of both below.
As always, you can email us for last minute assistance…but keep in mind that the clock is ticking! Get in touch right now for our favorite no-fail gifts that you can have wrapped and delivered before your weekend plans roll around.
Also, we invite you to test the brand new mobile shopping feature we unveiled via Instagram this week! @SecretlyGifting followers can now “tap to shop” our posts and stories, making it quicker and easier than ever for you to make purchases from The Gift Vault!
In a nutshell, this feature links our online shop to our Instagram account. So, with a simple tap can get product into, add items to your cart, and checkout through The Gift Vault. We look forward to utilizing this feature regularly, so be sure to single tap our photos for details, and double tap to show us some love.
Finally, we’re excited to introduce a brand-new feature of our newsletter this week. Our “Local Spotlight” column will highlight a favorite Maryland, DC or Virginia small business, and share details on a specific “highly giftable” item or product that we love.
To kick things off, we’re featuring A Mano, a home décor boutique in Georgetown. Continue reading below to learn why we're smitten with this local, independently owned home furnishings shop...and check out our top SG-approved gift pick for your own home, or that of a fashionable friend!
If there’s a local business you’d like to put on our radar, please email us with details at info@secretlygifting.com...it could be our next “Local Spotlight” feature! Happy Valentine’s week…we look forward to hearing from you!
xo
Ashley and Candace
Co-Founders, Secretly Gifting
Three Perfect Gifts for Your Valentines!
1. “Winter Citrus Blend” by Small Craft Liquors | $35
A tart and refreshing handmade blend of fresh squeezed grapefruit juice, key lime juice, and aromatics. Simply shake or stir with a spirit of your choice (bourbon and gin recommended) for a puckery-sweet and addictive craft cocktail experience! Available online or by local delivery in DC.
2. BY ROBYN BLAIR Candy Dish | $245 at Ann Sandra
Satisfy a sweet tooth and spruce up a coffee table with one Robyn Blair's iconic acrylic candy dishes. The New York artist's bubblegum, gummy bear, and sprinkle designs are most tempting, but we're partial to the candy hearts and Hershey's Kisses designs for a Valentine's Day treat!
3. The Dude Diet Cookbook by Serena Wolf | $18
Chockful of fun, approachable recipes for comfort food classics like loaded nachos and crispy chicken tenders, this culinary guide proves that delicious food can be healthy too. Grab a copy for your sweetheart and cook up something delicious together this Valentine’s Day! Available on Amazon or at Target and Barnes & Noble stores.
Three Perfect Gifts for Your “Galentines”!
“Galentine’s Day” (February 13th) is one of our favorite occasions of the year because it offers women the opportunity to recognize and celebrate other fabulous women in their lives.
To help you lavish the ladies you love, we’ve pulled together three no-fail ideas for any deserving girlfriend, sister, or co-worker in your life:
1. SHHHOWERCAP "Muse" Showercap | $43 at Blue Mercury
A modern reinvention of the shower cap made of premium nanotech fabric in a chic turban silhouette. These machine washable caps repel water, dry quickly, and slide right off. A must-have for reducing frizz, preserving blowouts, and keeping styles fresh.
2. One Love Organics Rose Clay Cleansing Sponge | $10 at Follain
Detoxify pores and wash away stubborn dirt and makeup with this 100% plant-based exfoliating skin sponge made of pure Konjac fiber.
It balances and nourishes skin thanks to pink French clay, and is ideal for everyday use...even on the most sensitive, mature, and dry skin types. Lasts for up to three months with proper care.
3. Maggie Louise Confections Chocolate Lipstick Kit | $50 at select Neiman Marcus stores
Indulge in these iconic lipstick tube candies crafted from premium white, milk, and dark chocolate. Gift her a classic trio or a pop-art inspired palette of lipsticks that are almost too pretty to eat!
Local Spotlight: A Mano
Welcome to our brand-new column highlighting our favorite businesses in the DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia area! The purpose of this addition is to feature shops, entrepreneurs, and companies that you can feel great about supporting within our local community. As a bonus, we’ll showcase a “highly giftable” item we love, which you can find by calling, shopping in-store, or perhaps even online.
Up first is the cheeky set of embroidered cocktail napkins from A Mano in Georgetown.
Guaranteed to crack a smile, you can pick up a pair for your significant other by calling (202) 298-7200 or shopping by A Mano’s Instagram feed (@amanostyle).
This Georgetown gem is a Secretly Gifting “go to” shop amongst many and for good reason. The owner, Adam Mahr has an incredible eye, bringing an impeccable level of taste to his intimate and chic boutique.
The shopping experience at A Mano is always a treat. You can expect a dedicated staff, many of whom have been with the store for years.
Be sure to let them know if you’re looking for something special so they can uncover hidden favorites and unique pieces you may not have have otherwise thought of. And the cherry on top? They offer gift wrapping!