I love scouting Valentine’s Day retail displays every year. After Christmas decorations come down there just seems to be a colorless void that happens towards the end of January that cheerful Valentine’s Day displays seem to fill so easily. The artful shopping suggestions from Terrain in Westport don’t disappoint.
The romantic natural wood frame over the long table is festooned with sweet retro heart string lights and accented by hand blown glass ornaments. The retro vibe is enhanced by a wallpapered toile background and pretty linens.
Romantic Ornaments and Valentines
A closer look at the intermingling of branches and retro inspired decorations at Terrain, Westport.
Candy Displays too Good to Pass Up
This iron garden urn is filled with a colorful assortment of candies from Sugarfina and is placed next to the checkout stand.
Love that Retro Vibe!
Another look at the toile papered backing that sets off the display from the rest of the retail section.
Transitional Color at Rochelle’s in Mystic
The pretty cascade of pink satin bows in the window at Rochelle’s in Mystic make a great transitional impact. The frosted arch had been part of the Christmas display but with the change of a few details the store is transformed for the coming season.
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