He popped the question, dropped the year's salary, and now she is showing off her new sparkly ice about San Diego. But, besides the woman of his dreams, what does he have to show for the pending wedding ceremony? The 2008 era of romance in San Diego announces the all new man-gagement gifts, just a touch of bling for the modern man...

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There’s no season quite like summer for the San Diego shopping scene. From designer swimwear and elegant cocktail attire to the perfect incandescent accent—San Diego summers sparkle with style. To discover this season’s top jewelry trends and the secret to finding the perfect engagement ring for a summer proposal, DiscoverSD.com spoke with Harold Krasner, the South African diamond connoisseur and owner of San Diego’s #1 upscale jewelry store, Harold Steven’s Jewelers. . .

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From edgy baubles packed with sparkle for deserving sisters, to trendy charity books for adventurous kids, haute high-fashion that gives back for your best friends, and entertaining staples for wine lovers and party hosts, here’s your holiday shopping list, available now at Fashion Valley...

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The wayward offspring sister store of the department chain Barneys New York, the Co-op is a one-stop shop for value-conscious chic apparel and accessories. At Barneys Co-op, twenty and thirty-something guys and gals will find it-look ingredients for everyday comfort and evening style. Co-op looks play off the back-to-school current that flows through fall. School girls will see rare metals, purples and plaids, tough leather, flirty party frocks with a dash of after-dark excitement...

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Over the years, so many boutiques have come and gone, from Carmel Valley to Ocean Beach, first gifting us with trendy finds, but closing up shop before the next season comes. Then there are the signature boutiques still standing strong after many years that we can always depend on for timeless style and substance. Discover five classic San Diego boutiques you should already know about...

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While Tammy’s look is an edgy Jackie O, her boutique could dress women of various styles and assorted incomes. The fashionably cool interior and mix of high quality trends had me guessing lofty prices, but when I walked over to a stand-out cocktail dress...

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We locals will always be proud of our laid-back look. But let’s take it up a notch this year, shall we? From unexpected leather to hat-pins, the modern midriff, bold colors, over-accessorizing and more, 2010 is daring you to take your style to the next level. Discover the top new fashion trends and how to make them work for your San Diego lifestyle...

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From the lavish Chrome Hearts array to the iconic Chanel spread and staple looks from David Yurman, Tom Ford, Cartier, Prada, Dior, Versace, and Bulgari, the Eyestructure experience is like being front row at the most coveted of Fashion Week runway shows. While the sparkling displays of diamond-studded opulence are worth a visit for window shopping alone, Eyestructure is run by opticians who know fashion, but also know what frames are best for your face...

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Simon Fashion Now is an annual event that takes the fashion off the racks and onto the runway at Fashion Valley. Celebrating fall fashion trends, Simon Fashion Now will feature a vibrant series of fashion shows and interactive entertainment September 11-12. The concept is a dynamic mix of luxurious and affordable style that affords San Diego shoppers the ability to purchase straight from the runway...

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If you're a San Diego local who loves shopping, pampering, and partying, brace yourself for the arrival of the nationally famed Shecky's Girls Night Out. With touring stops in every cosmopolitan city from New York to Miami and San Francisco, Shecky's is finally making a splash in San Diego this fall...

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Adult toys of all shapes and sizes help us discover innovative ways to please our partners and our selves. Although the benefits of sex toys are endless, many of us are still timid to explore or embarrassed to admit what we’ve learned. From local novelty stores to online websites, there are now many ways to browse and buy adult toys. Beyondpleasure.com is a new sex toy website founded by local entrepreneur Adam Watkins...

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Sex. It's everywhere. It's ravaged the internet. It's plastered on billboards. It's splayed across the covers and pages of magazines. Face it. This ain't Little House on the Prairie and chastity belts are no longer in style. It’s time to crank up the heat and bring some action into the boudoir with a little help from our local adult novelty stores...

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Redefining the Del Mar look with custom hats, Katy Stockinger is creating true works of art through her millinery. Ranging from a green polka dotted visor with a bird nest on top to a three foot headdress with hats decreasing in size, any woman clad in a Stockinger design is genuine competition come Opening Day at Del Mar...

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In the spirit of holiday sweater season, meet San Diego resident Lena Evans and her fashionable alter ego Jade Phoenix - a celebrity-chic line of designer sweaters. A former Hollywood executive, Lena Evans now provides cashmere, vintage and new sweaters adorned with elegant jewels to upscale clientele, including Hollywood's biggest stars, out of Rancho Santa Fe. These gems are not your average holiday sweaters...

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