Pampered Princess
The TLC might mean a massage, a spa, the latest fashion picks, or all that glitters and is gold. There are plenty of regal rewards for Knox shoppers; these are bound to please.
Season Tickets to the Knoxville Opera
THE KNOXVILLE OPERA 612 E. Depot Ave., 524-0795, knoxvilleopera.com
Every princess owns a gown and, really, what good is a gown without some lavish occasions to show it off? A season is three performances, the first the passionate Lucia di Lammermoor Feb. 12-14, the second Pirates of Penzance starring David Keith as the Pirate King Mar. 12-14. Then, Apr. 23-25, she will be singing “Figaro, Figaro, Figaro” all night long after The Barber of Seville. Be a classy romantic, and don’t forget to have your suit cleaned to be her escort.
Karma Sutra Body Paint
INTIMATE TREASURES 5710 Kingston Pike, 584-3199
A sensuous treat for your beloved mate (or er, “intended”—no one’s judging here), Karma Sutra Lover’s Body Paint is offered in flavors like dark chocolate raspberry and rich caramel. The edible body paint comes complete with brush for “creative romance.” And rest easy, this tasty medium is latex safe and dermatologist tested.
Mani, Pedi and TLC from Laura's Nails
LAURA'S NAILS 5201 Kingston Pike, 450-9254
Your princess loves a lavish beauty treatment and, unfortunately, you can’t provide her with the manicure that she desires. A key component of pampering is old-fashioned friendliness. That’s Laura’s secret at this cute little nail salon. Your pampered gift recipient will be relieved that Laura’s is an odorless and drill-free environment, offering manicures, pedicures, waxing, and artificial nails. Plus, you can rest easy knowing that your artistic nail polish attempts won’t be needed. Treat her to a holiday special with a manicure and pedicure combination for $50. Try the newest thing—mink nail coverings.
Art Bracelet by Patricia Locke
HANSON GALLERY 5607 Kingston Pike, 584-6097, hansongallery.com
Here’s a piece of arty glamour she can dress up or dress down and wear throughout the day. This playful bracelet by Patricia Locke features sterling silver over pewter, semi-precious stones and Austrian crystals ($225).
Seraphin Eyeglasses
LUTTRELL'S EYEWEAR 5030 Kingston Pike, 588-4052, luttrellseyewear.com
For a luxury-loving lady friend who tends toward the vintage, help her channel Mad Men sophistication with a pair of cat-eye glasses. According to the professionals, the hottest frames for right now draw influence from the ’50s and ’60s. Though these bejeweled black frames from OGI’s Seraphin collection at Luttrell’s are not in fact vintage, no one will ever know ($325).
Alexandria's Lamps-Art for the Senses
SMOKE PIT CIGARS 7316 Norris Fwy., 922-0951, smokepitcigars.com
Clear the air throughout her living space to make room for all the senses with one of these handcrafted glass or ceramic lamps, offered in a range of styles to suit any taste in decor (your princess might favor the crystal). “Art for the senses,” these lamps use age-old air purification techniques coupled with a fragrance of your choice. They’ll throw in a free scent with purchase! Choose from popular scents like “Calm” and “Tranquil Winds” or make it festive with a holiday fragrance ($37-$120).
Gina's One of a Kind Jewelry
BLISS 24 Market Square, 329-8868, shopinbliss.com
Here’s some art that she can take wherever she goes—true, one-of-a-kind pieces with a dragonfly motif. Since 1990, New York artist Gina Wells has been working in copper and brass (as well as sterling silver and gold), developing a patination process that gives her handmade jewelry a unique look. The figures adorning some of her pieces are formed out of wire, sandwiched between two sheets of metal, and then put through a rolling mill, resulting in a mirror image of the figure on the metal. Dreamy!
