February 13th, 2009
Plan V
In the unlikely event that your Valentine’s Day doesn’t play out like a steamy scene from The Notebook, we’ve got a back-up plan to bring you love—no significant other required.
In lieu of a kiss: Press your lips to Jonathan Adler’s Love/Hate Mug. Whether you fill it with hot cocoa or something stronger is up to you. $25 at Chachkas, www.chachkas.ca
In lieu of sweet nothings: Hear the likes of Death Cab for Cutie, She & Him and A.C. Newman cover their favourite love songs on the new compilation Sweetheart. $14.95 at Starbucks, www.hearmusic.com
In lieu of long gazes: Watch Eric Rohmer’s Love in the Afternoon. While the Audrey Hepburn-helmed motion picture by the same name is a classic, this 1972 French art house film is a more thought-provoking look at eros. $6.99 at Videomatica, www.videomatica.bc.ca
In lieu of tender embraces: Wrap yourself up in By Guru’s warm, woolen Love Blanket. $165 at Bestow Boutique, www.bestowboutique.com
In lieu of a ring: Put some 
sparkle on your own hand with Essie’s Love, Beverly Hills nail polish, which is infused with real 24K gold. $19 at Essie, www.essieshop.com
