St. Valentine's Day
Welcome to the magical world of Valentine’s Day 2023.
The gift of love is the greatest gift of all, but every year on 14th February we remember St Valentine’s and the kindness of giving gifts. So perhaps this year is the same as all other years, or maybe its different.
Whether your gift is for a loved one, best pal, parents, siblings, or yourself, its all the same because you still believe in love! So Happy St Valentine’s Day to you from us!
You can also check out our London Hotels & Restaurant for Valentine’s feature for more romantic ideas.
GIFTS OF LOVE
When it comes to Valentine’s, there is nothing better than Chocolates, Champagne, Flowers, and hopefully some beauty, and even jewellery too.
So forget trying to be woke on the gifting front and stick to the tried and tested recommendations that we’ve curated for you!
WICKHAM WINES
For Valentine’s Day, why not impress your loved ones with a gift from Wickham’s, such as the French Champagne and White Wine Gift Set, £45.
A delightful gift for wine lovers features a clean and crisp French white, La Ruchette Dorée Côtes du Rhône Blanc (ABV 13%). Produced using Grenache Blanc, Marsanne and Clairette grapes, La Ruchette Dorée Côtes du Rhône Blanc is pretty and delicate on the nose with hints of hedgerow flowers. There is also a delightful classic Champagne, Paul Langier Champagne Brut NV, crafted from a blend of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes in the heart of the French Champagne region. An elegant dry Champagne it has a gentle mousse and fine flavours including apple, citrus fruits and hints of brioche.
BLACKWELL RUM + CHARBONNEL & WALKER
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, hotelier and rum producer, Chris Blackwell has launched his collaboration with the U.K.’s first and finest chocolatiers, Charbonnel et Walker. This rum-chocolate partnership was inspired by the island of Jamaica where both Blackwell and Charbonnel et Walker Chairman, Galvin Weston, have strong roots and a family heritage
Blackwell Rum Truffles retail at £16 and are available at Charbonnel stores & concessions and online. Combining music, rum and chocolate, tucked under the truffle box lid is an exclusive playlist, accessible via a QR code, curated by Blackwell.
PETROSSIAN
Petrossian has compiled the best seafood specialities in order to host a flawless dinner with the ‘Les Yeux Dans Les Yeux‘ dinner gift, set for a memorable, romantic evening.
Light the candles, set the table, and get ready to indulge in the best caviar experience. The gift set contains everything that you’ll need to serve caviar and Vodka (mother-of-pearl tasting spoons, Vodka flutes, a collector’s insulated bag). It can be personalised with the Daurenki® Royal caviar in your size of choice: 2 Eggxiting®, 2 tins of 30g or 1 tin of 125g, priced £350.00 and £510.00.
BY BLOOM
Bloom, the UK’s first 100% plastic-free, London-based online flower delivery service.
Created by award-winning, celebrity florist Larry Walshe and his team of expert florists, the selection of luxury, hand-crafted Valentine’s favourite bouquets, roses, and seasonal market flowers, are the perfect gift to show your loved ones how much they mean to you. There is something to suit every taste and budget, while encompassing the latest trends and sustainable floristry techniques. Check out the Valentine’s favourites selection available to order online, or design your own bouquet!
MONTEZUMA'S
Montezuma’s is Britain’s greatest little chocolate company that is loved by many, and never ceases to amaze when it comes to well-made authentically sourced chocolate. Montezuma also make the best looking gifts.
This year, there is the limited edition Lots of Love Valentine’s Day chocolate truffles, featuring both dark and milk chocolate truffles in the shape of a heart. There is also the mouthwatering creamy milk chocolate caramel hearts. So without doubt, you’ll be treating the one you love on the 14th February
LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW
In the spirit of Love, Lakrids by Bülow presents their Valentine’s edition of mouth watering liquorice baubles, and we are definitely in for a big treat this year.
Lakrids loves to make liquorice, and for this season they have gone the extra mile to get you to love them back. The Valentine’s edition of liquorice will feature small heart-formed liquorices cores in their LOVE collection. Now that is real passion!
CHARLOTTE TILBURY
The hype is real – and if you want to make a gal-friend or girlfriend really happy this Valentine’s then its with the newly launched Beautiful Skin: Hydrating Foundation. You can pick the perfect shade using the helpful online tool, which from experience never gets it wrong! This foundation comes in a tube, and is a buildable medium coverage, hydrating foundation for a beautiful, healthy looking glow! If foundation is too personal as a gift, then this next one is non-negotiable: Charlotte’s Magic Cream skincare range.
The Magic Cream is famous for being an instant turnaround moisturiser, loved by celebrities and supermodels. Dryness and dullness are replaced with the dew of youth and gift of luminosity. Boasting a potent blend of plumping, firming, and line reducing complexes that rapidly bestows a luminosity to the skin. The Magic Cream works even better when perfectly paired with the Magic Serum Crystal Elixir. There is also the potent, thicker balm-like Night Cream, which transforms skin overnight, as well as a lighter but just as effective Light Magic Cream, which works well under heavier make-up.
Our other favourite picks from Charlotte Tilbury at the moment (and really tough to shortlist) are: Pillow Talk Lip Kit, Supermodel Brow Kit, Pillow Talk Push-Up Lashes.
ARMANI BEAUTY
The scent of perfume is something quite magical. Our choice of fragrance shares more than just a scent, it gives a little bit of our inner self to the world, a first impression and a lingering sillage. My Way is the scent of discoveries and connections for an openminded, curious and authentic woman who is ready to broaden her horizons and live meaningful encounters.
We are excited for the Limited Edition My Way Nacre, a luminous version of the original fragrance, infused with illuminating silky pearls for a new dazzling femininity.
This feminine fragrance is an encounter of consciously sourced ingredients. Bergamot meets orange blossom from Egypt in a luminous, sparkling start, with an amplified bright floral bouquet of tuberose and jasmine from India as the beating heart. Finally, a vibrant cedarwood from Virginia meets a sensual vanilla from Madagascar and white musks to close the composition.
Available to purchase in 50ml and 90ml from Armani Beauty and The Perfume Shop.
HUDA BEAUTY
Calling all Huda Beauty fans, and those who know them! There is some great news for 2022 because Huda has relaunched her cult favourite and best-selling Liquid Matte Lipstick and Lip Contour pencils with updated vegan formulas that are also smudge- and transfer-proof.
Available in 16 seriously stunning shades, it now also boasts the thinnest possible texture infused with the brand’s unique Lip L.O.V.E. Complex, which stands for lycopene, olive oil, vitamin A&E, essential fatty acids-that will keep lips supple throughout the day. Aside from the original eight colours, there are now eight additional options, including Bombshell, the perfect pinky nude, Slaytina, a universal red, and Miss America for that perfect bright red! The collection features a mix of nude, pink, burgundy, and red hues that are suited for a variety of skin tones.
Get ready for perfect lips, and here’s to wishing for smudge proof kisses this Valentine’s!
COCO DE MER
Coco de Mer is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. and if you’re looking to treat your special woman to luxurious lingerie then you’ll be happy to have found Coco de Mer. The brand is more than just about lingerie, you can also find sensual candles and toys. Available to purchase directly at Coco de Mer, as well as Selfridges, and Net-a-Porter online.
