There is an understanding amongst the population, particularly rich, powerful men, that you can buy your way out of trouble. This has largely worked since mankind introduced the concept of money and baubles. In fact, I'm pretty sure jewelry was invented as an addendum to the formal verbal apology.

Case in point: Reuters reports that some ding-a-ling in the United Kingdom used the allure of the pricey and shiny for nearly three decades to make amends for repeatedly making lust to women other than his wife. Over the course of 26 years, Robert Charlton purchased roughly $400,000 worth of … Read More

You know what's a real bummer? When the economy is depressed and the only fiscal Prozac we've been prescribed is time-released, baby (Did you only an estimated 11% of the "Stimulus" dollars will be disbursed in 2009, per the Congressional Budget Office?). But, we're humans so we do what men and Muppets do best: persevere. We take joy (not just solace) in small pleasures and learn from the situation (note: savings have increased over the last year and spending actually increased in May 2009, hopefully a portent of good things). But, for now, we have to make romance on … Read More

I'll be damned, another Valentine's Day is all up on us. It has come to my attention that some dudes are perfectly helpless when it comes to V-Day (psst, it's on February 14th). It's OK, man, the holiday is only vaguely non-made-up by Hallmark and is sort of amateur's night for lovers (like April Fool's Day and bush league wiseasses). Despite all of this, it has become pretty important to women. It can save you a headache or two if you just play ball. Without much further ado, the ten commandments of Valentine's Day: Thou shalt:

1: Look your … Read More

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Valentine's Day is this Saturday. Have you made your reservations, picked out your lingerie and stocked up on condoms? Wait, did we hear you say that you haven't made plans? You haven't even bought a gift? Stop the presses, this just in: some women aren't into romance!

If you love V-Day you started making plans weeks ago. If you don't care about Cupid's big day Saturday'll pass like any other weekend night (just don't try to go to a restaurant). But what if you're in the middle—you're not into the whole chocolates and roses thing, but you'd kinda like … Read More

We're sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but you might not receive that yellow diamond you've had your eye on for Valentine's Day this year. Sigh. Your blue and red diamonds will have to be content with only each other's company—perhaps you'll complete your collection next year.

According to a survey by the National Retail Federation, flash is out in 2009. Wealthy folks are cutting back in lavish V-day gifts, but not necessarily because they can't afford them. According to Reuters, who interviewed a luxury marketing researcher, "the super-wealthy were anxious about 'being labeled as … Read More

There are many levels of Valentine's Day celebration. Lazy folks pick up a box of Russell Stover's on the way home from work. The more traditionally-minded make dinner reservations at your favorite restaurant. V-Day fanatics eat oysters and cover their beds in rose petals. And some people give really bad gifts. Below, five ways to say "I love you." But don't say we didn't warn you. The Opulent Bikini Wax from Completely Bare spasEveryone's got their preferences when it comes to pubic hair styling but even those who dye their pubes or go for the … Read More

Watch in horror as an unsuspecting woman is the beneficiary of the 5 worst Valentine's Day gifts. If you thought a stuffed teddy bear was bad, watch this!

If you're at a loss for what to get your man, LoveFeed has advice on holiday gifts that he won't be returning. Check out this video before you start your holiday shopping.