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Each week, Buy D.C. will highlight shops and items you can only find in the D.C. area, curated by Kaarin Vembar, owner of personal shopping and wardrobe editing service Closet Caucus.

Playing Games With My Heart

Enter into the amorous world of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice with this role-playing game that was originally funded through Kickstarter. Marrying Mr. Darcy card game, $35. Labyrinth Games & Puzzles. 645 Pennsylvania Ave. SE. (202) 544-1059

You Had Me at Merlot

A husband and wife team named their winery Donkey & Goat because separately the animals are stubborn, but together they bring out the best in each other. 2014 Grenache Blanc by Donkey & Goat Winery, $32. DCanter. 545 8th St. SE. (202) 817-3803

Quiche the Cook

This cookbook features straightforward recipes designed for two people in categories including romantic meals, one-pot dinners, and duo desserts. Cooking for Two by Jessica Strand, $19.95. Hill’s Kitchen. 713 D St. SE. (202) 543-1997

Ready to Kermit

You may have to kiss a few frogs to find your prince (or princess). This one is made out of soap and comes with its own porcelain lily pad dish. The magic frog, $30. Le Village Marché. 3318 Wisconsin Ave. NW. (202) 362-4444

Scents in the City

Up your allure with this pheromone-infused perfume. Apply it to your pulse points and let the swooning commence. Dona pheromone perfume, $22. Secret Pleasures. 1510 U St. NW. (202) 664-1476