Guys: These Are the Gifts Your Lady Will Love

Candy is dandy, and, of course,  a diamond is a girl's best friend. But what every woman really wants for Valentine's Day is a gift that shows thought and consideration. 

Guys: Consider these these gifts for your lady love.  How thoughtful of you!

, 110 S Barrington Ave, 310-476-9610     
Hours: Mon - Fri, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sat - Sun, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 
Parking: Free in the lot.
Gift options: Beautiful flowers for every budget: small arrangements (start at $30), a dozen roses ($95), orchids (start at $75) and more.
Why shop at Anthony's: Flowers are tradition and traditions are important.
Plus: There's something very romatic about splurging on flowers.

, 13020 San Vicente Blvd, 310-394-0714     
Hours: Mon - Sat, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 
Parking: Free in the lot.
Gift options: Fine chocolate and candy, heart shaped, especially for Valentine's Day.
Why shop at The Candy Alley: The Fernbacher family has owned and operated the shop, along with Pulp & Hide, for more than 35 years.
Plus: Buy your sweetie some sweets and then go to the front of the store - - and peruse their wide selection of upscale gifts and stationery.

Laura M. Fine Jewelry & Diamonds
Hours: Tue - Sat, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Parking: Validated in the lot.
Gift options: A wide range from druzy agate rings on a wood base ($300) to multi-colored natural diamonds on oval shaped rings ($19,000).
Why shop at Laura M: All women love fine jewelry ... and the good stuff never goes out of style.
Plus: It's eye candy, not See's candy.

, 165 S Barrington Pl, 310-440-8837
Hours: Mon - Sat, 10am - 6pm; Sun, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
Parking: Meters on the street. Validated parking in the Brentwood Village lot for two hours during the day.
Gift options: Scarves ($45), Delman shoes ($199) and Treesje bag ($565) are just a few of the offerings at this boutique.
Why shop at Habit: Designer shoes, handbags and accessories ... fall into the want and need categories. They can make or break an outfit.
Plus: Become a Fan on Facebook for peek at what Habit has to offer.

Makeup & Go/Bubble Blow Dry
Hours: Mon - Fri, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Sat, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sun, noon - 6 p.m.
Parking: Free in the lot.
Gift options: Gift certifictaes in any amount for beauty services (make-up application and blow dry). Also, yoga bags, picture frames, candles. Pick up a set of 6 make-up brushes ($80) or a specialty item like "wine to smell" ($250). 
Why shop at Makeup & Go/Bubble Blow Dry: The owner, Lori, knows that when a woman is getting made up to go out, she may need a host or hostess gift, as well. There's a wide variety of unique gifts that you won't see anywhere else.
Plus: Red is their color—so it's Valentine's Day all year round.