Rom-Com: 9 Classic & Unconventional Movies to Watch in Time for Valentine's Day

Carat & Roses February 4, 2018

Valentine's day is the ultimate reason to fill your space with roses, enjoy heart shaped candy, share boxes of chocolate and of course indulge in watching some of our favorite classic and unconventional movies of all time. Get together with your girlfriends or that special someone and catch up on these perfect excuse to get into that feeling of love just in time for Valentine's day.

1. The Greatest Showman

This bold and lively drama, is filled with heart warming and inspiring moments full of unexpected love, daring challenges, strength and courage. You'll get swept up in this epic drama for the ages.

How to watch: Now Playing Get Tickets Here

2. Sex and the City: The Movie

The ultimate classic romantic comedy is the perfect girls night in must see for your next girl's get together with laughs, love, heart ache and of course a wedding. Get the kleenex and popcorn to catch up with the ladies of Sex and the City.

How to watch: Rent or Buy on Amazon, 3.99$-9.99$

3. How to Be Single

Nothing says Valentine's Day like the dating dilemma's of two sisters and their friends in New York City. Prepare for ups and downs of single in the city life sure to have you laughing, crying and feeling empowered.

How to watch: Rent or Buy on Amazon, 3.99$-9.99$

4. Valentine's Day

When some of our favorite actors and musicians come together in this made for Valentine's day film along with their perfectly imperfect love stories, your sure to find something that will put ou in the mood for love and some really great chocolate.

How to watch: Rent or Buy on Amazon, 3.99$-7.99$

5. Clueless

Packed with 90's throwback fashion and references, throw in unrequited love, mismatched romance and the perfectly imperfect match maker and you have date night all wrapped up in this classic coming of age rom-com.

How to watch: Rent or Buy on Amazon, 3.99$-9.99$

6. Marie Antoinette

Let them eat cake! Gather the girls for this rich historical update on the tragic yet beautifully haunting story of a queen too young to rule a nation and the tumultuous drama that unfolds in her court and the ultimate end to an extravagantly indulgent era.

How to watch: Rent or Buy on Amazon, 3.99$-12.99$

7. Pride & Prejudice

Wrapped in classic beauty, near tragic misunderstandings and unfailing love, you will not want to tear yourself away from the epic scenery, the love of a sister and a love story for the ages.

How to watch: Buy on Amazon, 12.99$

8. Love Affair

When love comes to call in this classic love story, you'll find yourself indulging in this beautifully romantic story of love, loss and the reawakening of dreams in the ultimate story of true love.

How to watch: Rent or Buy on Amazon, 1.99$-7.99$

9. Age of Adaline

Add a twist of fate, a throwback love story, books, indoor picnics, epic fashion and the perfect modern take on love, Age of Adaline is a beautiful historical romance taken into the modern age our sure to fall in love with.

How to watch: Rent or Buy on Amazon, 3.99$-6.99$

The Ultimate Her Valentine's Day Gift Guide

Carat & Roses January 30, 2016

La vie en rose. This Valentine's we've found the ultimate in gifts for her with some of our favorite natural beauty staples in rose hued shades that are perfect for living that ever elusive vie en rose through Valentine's Day.

'Tis the Season: 15 Sharp Gentlemen's Stocking Stuffers Holiday Gift Guide

Carat & Roses December 5, 2014

'Tis the season to spoil him with specialty, natural and novelty gifts that make the perfect holiday stocking stuffers, give back and keep on giving well into the new year!

1. Beats by Dre Earbuds

The music lover on your list will take these stylish earbuds from street to gym and every where in between. A great everyday accessory where style meets functionality, are compatible with all smartphones and tablets on the market, they're easy to store and will bring their holiday tunes to life!

***Recommended to listen to music for 60 minutes at 60% of max volume and then take a break and never more than 70% of volume overall.

Beats by Dre Earbuds, 99.95$-159.95$

2. Samsung NX Mini

Take aim and capture the perfect self or group portrait with this versatile pocket camera. With brilliant high resolution, simple photo beam to your phone, this ultra slim and stylish camera, attache your favorite NX mount for picture perfect moment they'll remember for a lifetime.

Samsung NX Mini, 649$

3. Freyrs Sunglasses

Top up the sunnies collector on your list with these beautifully designed eyewear at low prices and perfect for getting holiday getaway ready. Freyrs offers a wide range of on style s for him and her and fast worldwide shipping, you’re sure to find them the perfect pair in no time and maybe a few for yourself. With vintage inspired cat eye versions to classic aviators, you'll find something for everyone on your list!

Freyrs Sunglasses, 9.95$-14.95$

4. Harry's Razors

This razor just may be the best looking think in his bathroom! Add this stylish ergonomic grip razor to his stocking this Christmas in a variety of colors crafted for comfort and control with a blend of timeless simplicity and modern ergonomics, this razor is sure to add a special touch to his routine.

Harry's Razors, 10$-25$

5. Brummell Shave Creme

Give him the gift of a healthy natural shave with this authentic heavy cream shave perfect for the man on your list who enjoys an indulgent grooming ritual but created for the modern man.

Brummell Shave Creme, 18$

6. Stolen Riches Shoe Laces

Give him a pop of color to define his style with fun colorful laces for kicks, dress shoes or boots. Dress up his style and help him break out of the ordinary with these more than black and brown laces for the modern gentleman.

Stolen Riches Laces, 17.50$-70$

7. Jawbone Mini Jambox

Not just small but this easy to slip in to the nearest pocket bag or just pull out at any dinner, beach on a getaway or walking down the street, let them jam to their favorite tunes with this this mini box boasting up to 10 hours of battery life and rich, beautiful sound anywhere they go.

Jawbone Mini Jambox, 129.99$

8. Finch Goods Socks

Dress up his wardrobe with colorful patterns and playful style with these bright and full of joy socks add a pair or two or more for perfect way to update his sock drawer!

Finch Goods Socks, 13$-29$

9. Frausto & Co. Gentleman's Deck

He'll master the art of being a true gentleman with this quirky deck of playing cards with fun facts and tips on style an 21st century etiquette for the chivalrous man at heart. With tips on perfecting the windsor knot, gifting ideas and how to taste whiskey properly its the perfect anytime deck to share.

Gentleman's Deck, 20$

10. J. Crew Pocket Squares

From Italian wool to English cotton, find a pattern for every man on your list with chic pocket squares to upgrade their style with effortless ease and refined flare they're sure to love.

J. Crew Pocket Squares, 24.50$-135$

11. Puku Charger

Get him the gift that keeps on giving. Power that is. With an exceptionally powerful and rechargeable battery, this small easy to carry on the go portable device is perfect for keeping smartphones, tablets, mobile and hand-held USB chargeable devices charged. 36 hours of talk time, 900 stand by hours, and 153 hours of media play they'll stay connected on the go well into the new year.

Puku Charger, 99$

12. S'well Water Bottles

Add these sleek water bottles made with non-leaching and non-toxic 18/8 stainless steel, that keeps your drinks cold for 24 hours and hot for 12. These bottles also contribute to the greater good, S'well proudly gives back to a number of charitable organizations such as WaterAid, American Forests, and Drink Up. Give them a gift that truly gives back with a variety of stylish looks in 9oz-25oz bottles that are perfect on the go.

S'well Water Bottles, 25$-45$

13. Bison Made iPhone Wallet

Get him the perfect for cards, money and phone with this Bison Made wallet is handcrafted and free of synthetic materials, dyes or glue and 100% authentic hand finished leather with a lifetime warranty on hand sewn stitching. It makes a great stocking stuffer for the eco-lover on your list.

Bison Made iPhone Wallet, 68$-98$

14. Sloane Fine Teas

A gentleman's list is not complete without a signature tea for a fresh start to their day. Add a variety of flavors from deep and fruity to strong and full. They'll enjoy taking in the holiday season with these fragrant specialty teas in individual, gift sets and optional sachets try them iced or infused into a holiday punch they make the perfect gentlemen's gift to the host or guest favors that keep on giving well into the new year.

Sloane Teas & Gift Sets, 15$-98$

15. Hammonds' Candies

Every gentleman needs his cane. His candy cane that is. Dress up stockings with these sure to please and some chocolate filled candy canes that come dressed a style sure to match the gentlemen on your list.

Hammond's Candy Canes Individual or set of 12, 2.95$-33$

Deck the Halls: 13 Pretty Stocking Stuffers Holiday Gift Guide

Carat & Roses November 21, 2014

Deck the halls this season with pretty holiday gifts that make the perfect stocking stuffers. Pick some up for friends, family and special someones on your list. And maybe some for yourself!

1. Sloane Fine Teas

Crisp winter days, early sunny mornings and cozy afternoons are meant to be enjoyed with an indulgent selection of Sloane teas. Perfect for sharing over holiday brunch, gift exchanges with the girls and Christmas family movie marathons, delight in the holiday season with these fragrant specialty teas in a variety of selections, gift sets and optional sachets try them iced, infused into baked treats or enjoy perfectly steeped, they make perfect hostess gifts or guest favors that keep on giving well into the new year.

Sloane Teas & Gift Sets, 15$-98$

2. Kitten & the Bear

Kitten & the Bear preserves the timeless feel of exquisite French afternoon tea, with their inspired artisan collection of delectable jams full of bright flavor and fresh local sustainable fruit, they are the perfect gift for the jam lover on your list and best enjoyed over hot scones and decadent Devonshire cream.

3. Samsung NX Mini

Samsung NX Mini, 649$

4. Jonathan Adler Brass Muse Napkin Rings

For Him & Her, these brass napkin rings are a great way to decorate any table and make a great conversation starter! They make great stocking stuffers, hostess or wedding gifts, handcrafted and polished by hand they are right where twinkle meets Park Avenue luxury just in time for the holidays!

Brass Muse Napkin Rings (set of 4), 128$

5. bkr Glass Water Bottle

Water is the most important part of any beauty regimen and just in time for the holidays it also doubles as fashion's perfect accessory. With a variety of colors, from fitness to street style in limited edition collections, bkr water bottles are not only BPA-free, these stylish minimalist bottles are great on the go with a color palette to suit any style and come in 500ml or 1L sizes.

bkr Water Bottles & Accesories, 30$-42$

6. Tieks Ballerina Flats

Stylish, comfortable and the perfect amount of ballet chic, these street style cool shoes are a versatile designer flat made with fine Italian leather that come in a rainbow selection of colors with their signature blue soles, fold them and take on the go, easy to pack and a perfect gift for the ballet and fashion lover on your list.

Tieks Ballet Flats, 175$-295$

7. Freyrs Sunglasses

Freyrs Sunglasses, 9.95$-14.95$

8. Happy Plugs Earbuds

Find a color perfect for anyone on your list with a variety of styles, sets and exclusive selections these chic earbuds are the perfect everyday accessory where style meets functionality, are compatible with all smartphones and tablets on the market and equipped with microphone and built-in remote they're easy to store and will bring their holiday tunes to life!

***Recommended to listen to music for 60 minutes at 60% of max volume and then take a break and never more than 70% of volume overall.

Happy Plugs, 24.99$-14,500$

9. DREAMDRY Little Black Box

Get the girl who can't make it into DREAMDRY? The perfect blowout in a little black box! With a three-step process for a quicker (and quieter) blowout at home, take a blow dry experience to the next level with this luxe set will be quicker and quieter! They'll love the extra long cord, extra cool cold shot button, gorgeous chrome brush with bristles designed to penetrate at different depths to create less pressure when pulling through your hair, prevent tugging, protect against breakage and exclusive turban to help dry hair in half the time by absorbing maximum water moisture. Its the perfect gift for the glamour girl on your list!

Limited Edition Pricing, 295$

10. SHOW Beauty Hair Care

Give them beauty to indulge in with this luxe premium hair care line focused on giving hair glamorous volume and thickening in a delicately fragranced scent with Rosewood, Almond Butter and Patchouli, it will make every product a stylish treat to apply. With gorgeous packaging, easy styling and a glam hair fragrance spray to finish off any style, it'll top their list of favorites into the new year!

SHOW Beauty Haircare, 50$-245$

11. Alexis Bittar x Sephora

Give them the gift of gilded form and function in this exclusively designed compact by Alexis Bittar. This limited edition collaboration with Sephora infuses luxury, aesthetic and convenience in this pretty compact that will make a great addition to any vanity.

Liquid Gold Compact Mirror, 53$

12. Love Bunnies Ring Holder

These lovely ring holders are a refreshing take on jewelry holders that are add a chic purpose to any accessory lover on your list, you'll have them hopping into the new year in style!

Love Bunnies Ring Holder, 17.49$

13. Hammond's Candy Canes

No stocking is complete without hooking the perfect candy cane! These stylish and delicious holiday favorites come in a variety of flavors including all natural varieties without any artificial flavors or colors but full of joy. Add these to their stocking for a sweet addition to their gifts!

Hammond's Candy Canes Individual or set of 12, 2.95$-33$

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year: 11 Things That Tell Us The Holidays Are Here

Carat & Roses November 2, 2014

From visions of sugar plum fairies, shop till you drop savings, chocolate and après-ski activities, get into the spirit of the holiday season with our top 11 ways to tell us the festive holiday season is here! Indulge in guilt-free desserts, treats and snacks with preservative, artificial flavor and color free, organic or all natural options that are sure to help you keep calories under control on this food driven time of the year and stay a fit with holiday activities for a fun and joyous holiday season that will help you stay in harmonious stress free balance!

1. Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

We consider this timeless tradition as the official kick off to the holiday season. Whether you line the streets of the parade route, watch from a window reminiscent of Miracle on 34th Street or gather friends to view on TV, you'll be enthralled by giant balloons, colorful costumes and wondrous performances not to be missed at this epic event.

2. Black Friday

Ready, set, shop! There is nothing more classic than enjoying Thanksgiving with family and friends followed by a pre-Christmas round of power shopping. Shop til you drop with savings, deals and steals for the perfect way to check everyone off your list. Come prepared with snacks, lists and a great pair of comfortable walking shoes and take a break to warm up at a chocolate boutique to take in this time honored shopping tradition.

3. Victoria's Secret Fashion Show

It wouldn't be the holidays without a visit from the Victoria's Secret Angels. Plan a fun girl's night with chocolate desserts, cake and ice cream and get ready for a fun night of music, fashion and glamour. Try organic and all natural treats to cut down on calories, artificial colors, flavors and preservatives to indulge in guilt-free fun!

4. The Nutcracker Ballet

Sugar plum fairies, ballet slippers, Nutcracker Prince and Land of Sweets, it wouldn't be the holiday season without the traditional production of the Nutcracker Ballet. Bring family, friends or that special someone year after year to this holiday production sure to put you in the festive spirit and share the upcoming holidays to share this timeless gift with others.

5. Rockefeller Christmas Tree Lighting

Get into the holiday spirit with this iconic symbol representing the holiday season! Nothing says Christmas like this impossibly tall tree full of colorful lights, trumpeting angels and festive star-filled performances that are a holiday must if your in NYC or gather friends and family to watch on TV. This traditional tree lighting know around the world will fill you with holiday joy and will get you in the spirit of the season not to be missed.

6. Holiday Movies

From family classics to romantic comedies or timeless old fashioned films, holiday movies are the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit full of family fun, traditional dinners, holiday antics and the festive season, holiday movies will get you into the holiday spirit full of love, heart warming stories, happiness and joy throughout the season.

7. Advent Calendars

Whether you buy already prepared calendars or start your own DIY traditions, fill endless styles of bags, boxes or socks with traditional chocolates, toys or other chic gifts to give family, friends or that special someone thoughtful, deck the halls with fun gifts your loved ones will be sure to enjoy.

8. Holiday Parties

From company to friends and family, the holiday season would not be complete without party invitations, food shopping and looking for that perfect outfit. Get party ready, host the perfect party or bring the most wonderful hostess gift to enjoy the spirit of giving throughout the season.

9. Outdoor Skating Rinks

Enjoy piping hot chocolate, starlight late nights and countless turns around the rink at an outdoor rink that will truly tell you the holidays are almost here. Take in the experience you can only have on just cleaned ice, bundle up and 'tis the season with others or on your own for perfect blend of fitness and fun only this time of the year can bring.

10. Christmas Carolers

Whether they break out in song on the subway, you find them in the lobby of the mall, on a street corner or door-to-door, you'll know Christmas is right around the corner when you hear the joyous sounds of holiday music you'll want to hear again and again to take in the joy of the season!

11. Ski Vacation Getaway

You'll know Christmas is fast approaching when you start planning your holiday winter ski vacation. Whether you plan to enjoy the time away with family, friends or a special someone, the anticipation of ski days, après-ski s'mores by the fire, relaxing at the spa, hot chocolate and shopping. say happy holidays with a ski trip that will have you taking in all the best the winter holiday has to offer.

Baby Boom: 19 Eco-Chic Baby Essentials to Add to your Nursery

Carat & Roses July 12, 2014

Create the perfect nursery space for you and your baby with these 19 eco-chic products and essentials that are gentle, natural and a great addition to your nursery. Be sure to consult with your pediatrician before trying any new products and look for organic options free of pesticides, preservatives, parabens or artificial scents, flavors or colors.

1. The Honest Company

Treat your baby to premium natural baby essentials from the Honest company with healthy ingredients to pamper your newborn's skin free of additives, pesticides and artificial ingredients that will harm and irritate your baby's skin. Order your free essentials bundle to try free and check out the whole range of products from the Honest Company.

Baby Arrival Gift Set, 56$

2. Jonathan Adler Baby Nightlight

Add this decorative baby nightlight to your nursery for a gentle glowing light to soothe your baby to sleep and use an high efficiency LED bulb to help extend life and conserve energy.

Elephant Nightlight, $48

3. Sophie the Giraffe Teething Toy

This legendary teething toy is made of natural materials and is the perfect addition to your nursery and a healthy way to sooth your baby.

Sophie the Giraffe, 26$

4. Bloom Baby Chair

Gently rock baby in this stylish and sleek eco-chic baby lounger, easy to take on the go and a great way to keep baby occupied in stylish comfort.

Coco Plexistyle Baby Lounger, 195$-345$

5. Aden + Anais Swaddles

Bring your baby home in these organic swaddling blankets to protect their newborn skin from treated chemicals found in commonly available blankets. Easy to wash and a great way to shield your baby from the sun in carriers on the go.

3-pack Organic Swaddling Blankets, 54.95$

6. The Laundress Baby Care

Add this stylish and efficient line of laundry care to your nursery along with laundry accessories, scented drawer sheets and a sleek travel case. This natural laundry solution is a great way to keep your baby's items clean without the toxins.

Baby Laundry Care Range, 6$-50$

7. Orbit Baby Traveling Stroller

Easily transport your baby from car to stroller with this eco-friendly and ergonomic design that is easy to fold with a simple docking solution for your car, UV sunshade with Paparazzi Shield extension and comfortable carrying handle, travel in style with this easy to convert stroller.

Travel Collection, 1299.99$

8. Ergo Baby Carrier

Keep your baby close and comfortable with the ergo baby carrier. add an organic insert to protect your baby's skin from toxins or irritants. In a variety of colors, holds your baby in an ergonomic, natural sitting position and padded waist belt to ensure baby's weight is evenly distributed between your hips and shoulders, find the perfect match for you and baby.

Organic Collection, 135$-163$

9. Naturesutten Pacifiers

Try these natural rubber pacifiers made to protect against the latex allergen and are free of parabens, PVC and phthalates. Made in Italy and softer than silicone, they also won't leave marks on your baby's face. They are hygienic, eco-friendly, biodegradable and 100% natural.

Natural Rubber Pacifiers, 9$

10. Lässig Eco-Friendly Diaper Bag

Be stylish on the go with a variety of eco-friendly diaper bags from totes, backpacks and messenger bags equipped with an insulated bottle holder, nappy mat, zippered wet pocket and separate compartments with plenty of storage find a selections of modern styles for your lifestyle.

Green Label Diaper Bags, 89$-165$

11. Lifefactory Glass Baby Bottles

These BPA-free high quality Lifefactory glass bottles are the perfect with a silicone sleeve transition easily from freezer to boiling water and come in two sizes with a variety of colors and also make a great gift.

Baby Bundle Gift Packs 4oz & 9oz, 37.50$-49$

12. Bloom Baby High Chair

Keep baby comfortable during meal time in this stylish 3-position recline system that easily allows baby to join the family at the breakfast bar from infant to pre-school, is easy to clean and dishwasher safe and an elegant addition to your space.

Fresco Chrome High Chair, 513$-635$

13. Safey 1st Grooming Products

Groom and bath your baby with this natural fiber Mommy & baby bamboo grooming set. With easy-grip handles to facilitate gentle exfoliation while washing and made with renewable bamboo and a Mommy rolling massager and foot file, be sure to take care without any irritation.

Nature's Next Bamboo Grooming & Bathing Set, 35$

14. Baby Mobile

Add this chic and adorable baby mobile to your baby's space to gently lull baby to sleep and help with visual stimulation while keeping baby calm. Recommended to try ones with black and white as baby begins to adjust to color.

Follow the Heard Sheep Mobile, 49$

15. Puj Portable Baby Tub

This foldable tub is a great travel accessory to take with you and is easy to store. Cradles easily to baby and fits into most sinks, it makes a great addition to any nursery.

Puj Tub, 45$

16. Nursery Works Rocking Chair

Spend precious moments with your baby in this made for the living room rocking chair with a chic design that will help you comfortably rock baby to sleep or enjoy spending time.

Empire Rocker, 899$

17. Bloom Bedding

Keep your baby's skin free from chemicals found in treated bedding with Bloom Baby'a organic bedding collection perfect for protecting baby's skin from irritation.

Alma Luxo Organic Bedding, 60$-150$

18. This Works Baby Sleep Pillow Spray

Help your baby fall peacefully to sleep with this safety approved gentle and natural deep pillow spray with the scent of lavender and chamomile. **Always consult your pediatrician before using new products on your baby.

Sleep Pillow Spray, Wash & Lotion, 22$-29$

19. Bloom Baby Portable Crib

Go from home to travel or have one to leave at your most frequently visited host, this portable eco-friendly crib is a great way to allow baby to sleep comfortably whether at home or to take easily on the go.

Alma Max Crib, 340$

Party Perfect: 6 Gold Charged Hostess Decor for Your Home

Carat & Roses February 18, 2014

Whether your hosting the perfect party or adding chic touches to your home, these gold charged home decor are a great way to dress up any space and perfect for serving guests in glimmering style. Give these as hostess gifts and never show up empty handed!

1. Gold Leaf Floral Vase

Fill vases with flowers, top with fruit or let stand on their own for a floral twist on a classic vase.

Aerin, 725$ - 1,200$

2. Pyrite Heart

Bring home the love with this gorgeous heart that adds the perfect amount of sparkle to any room.

Aerin, 240$

3. Gold-Dipped Nesting Floral Dishes

Pile them high or style throughout your home full of flowers, books or keys for the perfect touch of gold in your home.

Aerin, 700$

4. Kiva Platters

Serve up perfect hors d'oeuvres, desserts or top with flowers on these gold edged platters to dress for a chic take on a classic serving platter.

Rablabs, 470$

5. Figuier Hourglass Diffuser

Leave a gentle fragrance throughout your home with this gorgeous hourglass diffuser that will slowly diffuse scent in your space giving guests subtle delicate notes of fragrance.

Dipytique, 145$

6. Gold Flatware Sets

Serve guests with gold plated flatware for an elegant touch to even the most rustic meal.

West Elm, 29$ - 104$

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For the Love of Chocolate: 7 Must Try Chocolate Boutiques & Chocolates

Carat & Roses December 9, 2013

Deck the halls with these inspired chocolate boutiques and chocolates for the perfect way to warm up your holiday season, share the joy and indulge in the festive cheer of the season. With a variety of high quality gourmet chocolate and gifts you can bring home these decadent treats that will please the smallest of hands to the most selective of tastes you won't leave anyone off your list and will leave them dreaming of sugar plum fairies well into the new year!

1. MoRoCo Chocolat

From sipping chocolate to fondue to s'mores and a host of delectable afternoon and high tea options, this delightful chocolate boutique has everything you need to indulge in sweet treats made from the highest quality chocolate.

Along with their decadent desserts, dining options, beautiful wine pairings and cocktails perfect for an exclusive office party, Toronto's MoRoCo Chocolat offers a variety of gifts for the hostess with the mostess at your next holiday party or stocking stuffers for the chocolate lover on your list from their boutique and online, its the perfect way to warm up your holiday season with a delicious, Parisian inspired taste of chocolat.

2. Hammond's Candies

Hammond's not only offers a wide variety of festive holiday candy canes that are the perfect accent to any holiday tree and an inspired way to enjoy a flavored hot chocolate, they have a gourmet selection of chocolate bars that will keep you in the holiday spirit with every delectable bite.

Add them as stocking stuffers or the perfect addition to a holiday gift and you'll share in the joy of some of their all natural selections so you can have your chocolate and eat it too!

3. Marich Chocolate

Wrap up some of these gorgeous array of chocolates from Marich prefect for your holiday hostess or sharing at an office party.

Stock your candy bar with a selection of these natural fruit flavored options or add them to a holiday gift basket, they're a great way to share the festive season of joy and light up the winter nights with holiday cheer.

4. Hagensborg Chocolates

These decadent chocolate piggies are a fun sweet way feast on some of the finest chocolate.

Boasting a variety of mini fare perfect for your candy bowls and small hands alike, along with their special selection of inspired nostalgic truffle chocolate bars from dark mint chocolate chip to white bubble gum or their handmade Parisian selection in their Vancouver shop, Hagensborg will inspire you to travel the world of inspired chocolates to suit even the most discerning palette.

5. Green & Blacks

Let your senses take yo away from spicy chili to classic white, hazelnut currant to toffee, Green & Black's offers a variety of chocolate and drinking chocolate perfect for any occasion. Serve in a chocolate dessert bar or melt them into the perfect recipe, they'll tantalize your taste buds with their stunning range of ice cream perfect a la mode.

Check out gorgeous recipes and delight with others while you share in the joy only Green & Black's can bring.

6. Vosges Haut Chocolat

With Boutiques in Chicago, New York, Las Vegas and trendy Beverly Hills, Vosges Haut Chocolat promises not to disappoint with exotic truffles and home grown bacon and chocolate, you'll find their tasting salon perfect for discovering new and creative confections. From salt to champagne, this purple house boutique will warm you up with delectable drinking chocolates and give you not only unique ingredients but a chocolate experience to remember.

Share the joy of the discovery with truffles and bars for that anytime snack or that sweet moment to treat another to the array of flavors and new found experiences their chocolate is sure to evoke.

7. Serendipity 3

Famed for its frrrozen hot chocolate treat, Serendipity 3 in New York City, Las Vegas and Miami is the perfect chocolate boutique to indulge in the opulence of a golden sundae or warm up with a variety of traditional decadent hot chocolate or frrrozen options sure to delight the scenes and offer a sweet time out from the excitement of holiday shopping and festive activities.

Take home some of their delectable fare and find gifts perfect for your hostess or sharing the joy of the holidays any time you want.

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5 Inspired Hostess Ideas to Plan the Best Dinner Party

Carat & Roses December 2, 2013

Be the hostess with the mostess with our inspired hostess ideas that will make you the host and toast of the season! Plan food items made with organic or all natural ingredients avoiding any artificial flavors or colors that serve as fillers so you can provide your guests with an authentic food experience to indulge in.

1. Choose a Theme

Get creative and create an ambiance for your guests they'll never forget.

Select a theme, location or venue that will give more character to your idea, have guests come dress in a specific color, style or theme and choose decor that will match and highlight your theme whether rustic, glitzy or right out of a movie, your guest will admire the time and energy you've put in to develop a fun and engaging idea.

2. Design a Menu

No dinner party is complete with out an inspired menu full of savory, healthy and colorful options sure to please even the pickiest of guests.

Serve your guests family style, buffet style with portioned servings or have your party catered which will allow your guests to feel catered too while allowing you to focus on other aspects of the event.

Include a selection of meats (organic or Kosher options are our preference), vegetarian variations (including some that do not include cheese) and mini versions of your favorites for a fun and involved way to serve your guests.

Display menu options for guests and brief ingredients list so guests are aware of any allergy items.

3. Get Organized

Stay on top of your party planning with organization designed to help you keep track of all the things to consider for the party and also give you a better picture of what is left to be done, itemize your budget and remember any necessary last minute details.

Add guest lists, menus, decor ideas and entertainment options to help you plan and stay on track with your party planning.

4. Plan a Surprise or Entertainment

Add a special surprise to your dinner party like a stylish dessert bar, sundae station, cotton candy or popcorn bar or provide guests with a spa experience, have a band play, provide a games room or host a movie screening.

Any way you choose be sure that your surprise or entertainment will allow all your guests to be included and have additional options for any children.

5. Host the Party

Whether you host on your own, with friends or have a chef and hire wait staff to cater to your guests be sure to mingle, check in with guests and take time to chat with the people who took the time to be with you!

Before the party, be sure you have all aspects of the party under control if you don't, don't panic, ask for help and take things step by step you'll accomplish more with patience that will help you focus on your plans and host a party to remember.

Provide your guests with the ultimate experience and send them home with party favors that will have them ready to return for the next party. No effort is too small enjoy, relax and be the hostess with the mostess!

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Our Top 10 Perfect Hostess Gifts under 100$

Carat & Roses November 28, 2013

We've come up with our top 10 Dinner Party inspiration gifts your hostess will love. Be the guest your host will invite again and again with gifts under 100$ you'll never have to show up empty handed!

1. Home Cleaning Products

Help your host with stylish and healthy cleaning products like these stunning products by The Laundress NYC. They're a chic and fresh way to give your host a gentle way to clean their home!

Price: from 8$ - 20$/each

2. Fragrance Candles

Candles are a great way to infuse fresh and mellow fragrance into a space. Stick with ones that have an organic coconut wax base for a cleaner burning candle. Be sure to purchase softer scents that are subtle yet appealing like these gorgeous candles by Pure Light.

Price: 32$/each

3. Tea Towels

Give your host a gift that will give them a chic & modern way to add stylish prints to the kitchen like these charming dishtowels by ferm LIVING. They are the perfect way to say thank you to a great host!

Price: 15$/each

4. Fresh Handmade Soaps

Handmade soaps make the perfect gift and look great in any space. Try these Lush handmade bars infused with essential oils, fresh fruit and vegetables in various scents. Wrap up some of these inspired soaps for your host in your own custom paper with Spoonflower!

Price: from 6.40$ - 8.95$/each

5. Fresh Flowers

A fresh bouquet of flowers is the perfect way to greet your host and will brighten up any space with a light fresh floral scent. Try fresh, local or organic flowers that are grown sustainably and give back while you gift. Local Harvest will make you a custom arrangement for any price point with an excellent selection of local flowers.

6. Bottle Stoppers

Give these exquisite jewel-like bottle stoppers by RabLabs are made from rare pineapple-clustered amethyst and crystal from Brazil. They add a chic modern touch to any kitchen and are perfect to top any decanter. Please stay safe and drink responsibly!

Price: 64$/each

7. Stylish Modern Coasters

Coasters add a great bold statement to any home. Share some of these sleek and stylish modern coasters by RabLabs with no two sets alike, they're the perfect way to add a rustic chic look to any space.

Price: 68$/set of 4

8. The Perfect Ice Tray

No kitchen is complete without a chic set of ice trays that make the perfect cubes every time. These Tovolo perfect ice cube trays come in a variety of colors and will give your host the a stylish way to serve guests and they can use them for the perfect ice cream bites or frozen treat!

Price: 15$/set of 2

9. Canvas Tote

Give your hostess with the mostest the perfect shopping tote they can use to pack groceries, on-the-go essentials to holiday gifts. Try these charming totes by Apple & Bee, they are great for a weekend escape and you can surprise your host by filling the bag with chic kitchen necessities!

Price: 40$ /each

10. Gemstone Magnets

These chic magnets by Leif are a great way to add a bold statement to any space. With a set of 8 magnets no two sets are alike, they add a touch of rustic charm that can be scattered throughout the home!

Price: 38$/set of 8