Gail Plechaty of Real Simple Design scouted the North Shore for glamorous pieces that every true romantic can appreciate.

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“Perfect for a silver tray and a bottle of champagne.”
Ottoman, price varies according to size, available at Montoya Upholstery, 4007 Golf Road, Skokie, 847-251-2024. Trim available at Samuel & Sons, Merchandise Mart, Chicago, 312-379-1500, samuelandsons.com. Fabric available at Nancy Corzine, Merchandise Mart, Chicago, 312-645-4500, nancycorzine.com.

“Nothing is more glamorous than jewelry on the wall.”
1940s rock crystal Bagues sconces, $7,000 for the pair, available at Ivy & Co., 552 Sheridan Road, Highwood, 847-681-8003, ivyandco.net.

“Who doesn’t love being wrapped in yards of cashmere?”
Silver and graphite triple-ply cashmere throw, $1,300, available at TSE Cashmere, 252 Market Square, Lake Forest, 847-295-9005, tsecashmere.com.

“Gorgeous draperies hanging from glamorous rods can create an intimate setting.”
Versailles drapery hardware, price varies according to size, available at Brimar Inc., 28250 Ballard Drive, Lake Forest, 847-247-0100, brimarinc.com. Drapery trim available at Samuel & Sons, Merchandise Mart, Chicago, 312-379-1500, samuelandsons.com. Drapery fabric available at Nancy Corzine, Merchandise Mart, Chicago, 312-645-4500, nancycorzine.com.

“Sexy legs always turn an eye.”
Table, $1,800, available at Modi Antiques & Restoration, 28915 North Herky Drive, Lake Bluff, 847-680-1602.

—Jenna Schubert