With Valentine’s Day less than a week away, it’s time to decide what to get your loved one to celebrate this special day. Buying gifts can be so difficult and overwhelming. However, do not fear! We have compiled our top Valentine’s picks below to provide some inspiration and make sure the gift you give is chic, on-trend and something she will love.
FOR THE TRADITIONAL TYPES…
If your love is a lady who enjoys the romance of traditional gestures, you can treat her to the best with our selection below.
Chocolates
For a special Valentine’s touch, get some of her favourite luxury chocolates in a limited edition heart shaped box.
Left: This selection of chocolates from Godiva are dessert inspired and feature an artist collaboration to create a beautifully illustrated box.
Middle: Prestat is the proud owner of two Royal Warrants from the Queen and late Queen mother and has been hand-crafting their chocolates since 1902.
Right: Charbonnel et Walker have been making beautiful handmade chocolates since 1875. These Marc de Champagne truffles are dusted pink for an extra feminine touch.
Flowers
What would the most romantic day of the year be without flowers? UAE’s homegrown floral brand Maison Des Fleurs has prepared Valentine’s bouquets that will be all you need to say ‘I love you.’
If you want to go classic, you can choose their stunning signature box of freshly packaged roses – perfect for the lady who is elegant, and understated with refined tastes.
If you truly want to sweep your loved one off her feet, Maison Des Fleurs’ also offers an exclusive delivery in their branded Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupé at a special price. Available all across the UAE, this is the first time flowers will enjoy such a stylish delivery!
Candles
A woman can never have too many beautiful candles to spread around her home and make it look and smell divine. Burberry, Diptyque and NARS all have a chic selection of candles that make stylish gifts for any woman who loves to beautify her surroundings.
From left to right: NARS, Burberry, Diptyque
FOR THE FASHION LOVERS…
If your loved one is a dedicated follower of fashion, here’s the low-down on some on-trend pieces that she will love.
Barely-there sandals
This ‘90s classic shoe shape has made a massive comeback in recent months. Aquazurra gives the barely-there heel a ‘70s twist with cashmere-soft suede fringing to add a retro feel. The Saint Laurent Jane sandal is a cult classic with a timelessly elegant silhouette that will stand the test of time. But if your loved one prefers to make a statement, Sophia Webster’s Evangeline sandals will be the way to go. The embellished wings are a stand out feature that make these an extra special treat.
From left to right: Aquazurra, Saint Laurent, Sophia Webster
Colour pop handbags
Sometimes it’s best to steer clear of purchasing clothes as gifts as it creates sizing headaches that nobody needs. Instead, a handbag is a great way to gift her an investment piece from one of her favourite designers. Fortunately for those who like to give things a special Valentine’s twist, pink and red are both key colours for the season so there are lots of options to choose from!
Clockwise from top left: Saint Laurent, Maison Margiela, Prada, Givenchy, Proenza Schouler Dolce & Gabbana
Statement earrings
Earrings are currently the go-to jewellery piece of choice with the rule being ‘the bigger, the better!’ Help your loved one make an extra special statement with one of these beautiful choices.
Left: These Fred Leighton earrings originate from the 1840s. They are made from polished 14-karat gold and feature beautiful faceted aquamarines.
Middle: Ippolita’s ‘Stardust’ earrings are from the label’s aptly named ‘Glamazon’ collection. This hand-crafted pair is designed with two 18-karat rose gold discs and adorned with 5.53-carats of dazzling pavé diamonds.
Right: The English countryside has inspired an entire collection of jewellery for Stephen Webster. The honey-hued citrines in this pair of handmade 18-karat gold earrings represent the iridescent plumage of the British pheasant.
By Natalie Hanson
