Maybe you think Valentine’s Day is the most romantic day of the whole year…or maybe you think its just a crappy consumerism holiday where you feel obliged to buy expensive gifts. Love it or hate it there’s no denying that there are some pretty luxe stuff available this time of year, perfect for spoiling that special person in your life. And The Art of Gift Giving has collated the best of the best here in one place, for your viewing pleasure.
Valentines schmalitines? Don’t worry—for we singles, we’re sure there is something here that you wouldn’t mind getting for yourself! Who needs Hallmark to tell you that you’re loved?!
Hot & Steamy
1. Knock Knock 100 Kisses, £5
2. Tabasco Spicy Dark Chocolate, £4.99
3. Kuati Champagne & Black Lace Eye Mask, £35
4. Tom Ford Neroli Portofino Eau de Parfum, £125
5. Christian Louboutin Pigalle 120 patent leather pumps, £308.33
6. JimmyJane Contour M Ceramic Massage Stone, £22
Letters of Love
1. Typed Love Print, £35
2. Personalised Word Art Print, £65
3. “Luv Ya” Wooden Letter Sign, USD$42
4. Gold LOVE Sculpture, £65
5. ‘Life is beautiful when I’m with you’ Print, £20
6. Spineless Classics Pride & Prejudice, AUD125
7. Altered Book Art Geek Math Valentines Set, £43
Home Is Where the Heart Is
1. Je t’aime beaucoup Embroidered Cushion, USD$45
2. Cashmere & Merino Heart Dressing Gown, £406
3. You Rock My Boat Embroidered Cushion, £39.06
4. Cire Trudon Ernesto Tobacco & Leather Scented Candle, £62.50
5. Love is Art Wall Canvas Kit, USD$60
6. Please Don’t Leave Doormat, £12
7. Personalised City Coordinates Canvas, £25
Jewellery & Accessories
1. Tiffany & Co. Plaid Money Clip, AUD$230
2. Tiffany Yours ‘Close to my Heart’ Bangle, AUD$510
3. Venessa Arizaga Glowing Heart Necklace, AUD$335
4. Drake’s Pocket Square & Bow Tie Set, £83.33
5. Marc by Marc Jacobs Heart Brass and acetate charm bracelet, £70.83
6. Vivienne Westwood Love Orb Necklace, £100
Published on 7 February 2012 by Marissa Heldoorn