My love language is quality time. The moments shared whilst getting ready for a leisurely meal, enjoyed by candlelight and accompanied by a bottle of something very special to share across the evening…
Yet, of course, something that comes gift-wrapped is never unwelcome.
For Her
Lalique, Soleil Vibrant
Conjuring memories of a summer’s afternoon, the heady breeze of Indian jasmine sambac absolute and juicy pear fruit are reminiscent of lazing in the shade of a faraway place, whilst vanilla bourbon and cedarwood give post-beach salinity with a sublime warming heart of saffron. It embodies the lustre of the most enveloping sunshine in even the coldest season.
This Is Silk, Headband in Gainsborough Blue
This Is Silk, Headband in Gainsborough Blue
To sweep one’s hair off the face, or to adorn flowing curls, nothing is more luxurious than This Is Silk’s headband. Made with their signature 22-momme silk, its piped finish and looped detailing are nothing short of beautiful.
Philip B., Russian Amber Imperial Gold Masque
Philip B., Russian Amber Imperial Gold Masque
A luxurious blend of botanicals from pea peptides, L-Amino acids and oleosomes to hydrate and repair, with argan oil and vitamin B5 to smooth and condition every strand. It’s your go-to pre-date night treat for your hair.
Mabli, Meddal Cashmere Pullover – Fawn Fleck
Mabli, Meddal Cashmere Pullover – Fawn Fleck
It’s important to remember that Valentine’s is still in the grip of a chilly season, and with such, there is something so appealing about this lightweight knit. Subtle, playful flecks of colour run throughout the buttery-soft yarn whilst delicate detailing and a slouchy fit frame the decolletage in soft, warm tones.
Lalique, Empreinte Animale 12 Crystals Necklace
Lalique, Empreinte Animale 12 Crystals Necklace
Ever since my first sight of this collection, the longing this piece has created is unparalleled, playing on repeat in my mind, and placing itself on the neck of every outfit I curate in my head. Its timeless shape and weight will finish any outfit, and if lucky enough to be viewed up close, its intricate animal-print etched crystals leave a lasting impression.
Electimuss, Hair Mist in Mercurial Cashmere
Electimuss, Hair Mist in Mercurial Cashmere
There is little more alluring than catching the scent of your date, especially as they swing their hair to one side of a bare shoulder. The new hair mists from Electimuss care for tresses with smoothing argan oil, keratin and hydrating panthenol, whilst the dangerously alluring scent of their Mercurial Cashmere brings the brightness bergamot and pink peppercorn over the seductive resonance of ambergris and tuberose with the enticing sweetness of caramel and depth of oud.
For Him
Bibbi, The Other Room
A magnetic, heady scent with spicy Nigerian ginger, fresh verdant cassis, and heart notes of ripe stone fruit from davana, with heady intense and intimate saffron. Patchouli, vetiver and Spanish labdanum absolute round off the fragrance with intoxicating woody florals.
Pelegrims, Full Facial Gift Set
Pelegrims, Full Facial Gift Set
A sleek six-piece routine, created using skin-loving grape extracts, produced from the byproduct of the wine-making industry. Including their Vitamin Boost Facial Cleanser, Clarifying Exfoliant Powder, their Hydrating Boost Toning Mist and Facial Treatment Gel, and Facial Oil and Balm, it’s the first collection to encapsulate every product in the range. Perfect for skincare lovers, wine lovers, and every man in between.
Brioni, Eau de Parfum Éclat
As crisp, clean and alluring as a freshly laundered white shirt, unbuttoning with piquant grapefruit and pink peppercorn, its heart of resinous warmth from frankincense is softened with rose and patchouli. Rounding off with sandalwood, musk and ambroxan, it creates an evocative and pheromone-enhancing skin-to-skin scent, that is equally as fitting for her as it is for him.
Lalique, Encre Indigo
Vibrant and buoyant yet warm, Encre Indigo explores the intricate relationship between colour and fragrance, with top notes of bergamot and juniper, heart notes of intriguing black tea jukro and saffron accords, and a woody dry down of vetiver and patchouli.
Massel Milano, Bespoke Tie
Italian craftsmanship meets modern kitsch. With beautiful silk from Como, and personalisation at each stitch, it’s the perfect present to keep your name close to his heart, both literally and figuratively.
Pockies, Navy Luv Pyjama Shirt and Dirty Love Boxer Shorts
Pockies, Navy Luv Pyjama Shirt, Dirty Love Pyjama Pants or Boxer Shorts
Let’s be honest, gifting for a partner is 60% what you want them to have and 40% what they want to have. Adjust these figures as you see fit, but we all know that finding something you agree on 100% is a covetable sweet spot. Pockies are the creators of the original boxer shorts with pockets, changing the game forever in 2015 with the best of the best in bed-to-couch, work-from-home and long-weekend couture you and your partner can both agree on.
For us.
D.S. & Durga, Tuberose Myrrhder Candle
D.S & Durga, Tuberose Myrrhder Candle
A deeply suggestive melody of over sixty scent notes, from gourmands of cacao and vanilla, rich amber, animalistic currant, earthy and sweet orris root and smokey myrrh, all below the pinnacle of a rich night-blooming tuberose, it’s a scent to share and savour.
The Drunken Horse Gin, Haus of Spirits
The Drunken Horse Gin, Haus of Spirits
Taking rare botanicals like the timult pepper from the Nepalese mountains in combination with lesser-used lemongrass with the enduring cardamom, coriander and lime, this is a complex yet divinely balanced gin for both sipping and mixing, for the perfect aperitif.
Torre Bisenzio, Brut Nature Spumante 2021
Torre Bisenzio, Brut Nature Spumante 2021
A date without a sparkle, well, is it even a date at all? The Torre Bisenzio Brut Nature Spumante 2021 hails from organic Pinot Nero vines in the Umbria region of Italy. Delicately produced for quality over quantity, after their hand harvest, the second fermentation was held for 24 months on the lees and bottled with zero dosage, for a divinely full-bodied and elegant flavour which takes minerality from its surroundings.
Estelle Coloured Glass, Blush Pink and Red Champagne Coupe
Estelle Coloured Glass, Blush Pink and Red Champagne Coupe
The perfect pairing to a special bottle of fizz is Estelle’s signature high-stemmed coupe. Hand-blown by artisans in a limited-edition and divinely rich colour-blocked red and blush pink glass, it’s a decadent halo of colour encasing each sip.
Agent Provocateur, Krystabel Corset
Agent Provocateur, Krystabel Corset
Some of my favourite wardrobe items hold the inimitable AP emblem, and the Krystabel corset is most definitely on the wishlist. Gently shimmering, encrusted with black Swarovski crystals, layered above Austrian embroidery, trimmed in French leavers lace, and lined in Italian tulle, it’s a piece of art in itself, but one you’re allowed to touch instead of duty-bound to enjoy from afar.
Gilda & Pearl, Ava Boudoir Bra and Tie-Side Knicker
Gilda & Pearl, Ava Boudoir Bra and Tie-Side Knicker
For something more delicate, Ava combines enticingly sheer leavers lace and silk chiffon, with decadent silk tie fastening details. Subtle yet luxurious, beautiful both on, and off.
