Valentine’s Day — love or loathe it, you simply can’t avoid it, so why not embrace it and share a little joy? If you are looking for a gift for that special someone, whether it’s something fun to share or to make them smile or a bigger gesture, we’ve got a few ideas for you. Failing that, treat yourself — go on, we know you want to…
Champagne Ayala Rosé
£45
Made using a blend of chardonnay, pinot noir and pinot meunier grapes, this delightful champagne has an elegant pink hue that is perfect for an intimate Valentine’s Day supper for two. As soon as the cork pops, the aroma of red berries will have you hooked. The first sip will bring strawberries, raspberries, and a hint of spice.
The fine bubbles create a creamy mouthfeel that oozes decadence, and when you couple that with the well-balanced flavours, Champagne Ayala Rosé compliments everything from salad to salmon and makes an excellent match for a rich and creamy dessert.
Langlois Crémant de Loire Rosé
£20
If you’re not a fan of champagne, then this crémant might hit the mark this Valentine’s Day. Pale pink with notes of copper with fine bubbles a-plenty, this sparkling wine is mainly cabernet franc grapes, with a hint of pinot noir to add complexity.
Aromas of red fruits rise to greet you, and peaches and white flowers round out the flavour on the palate. A hint of acidity brings the flavours to life, and the bubbles are fine and delicate, leading you to a fruit-filled finish.
Toms Camden slippers
£52
What says ‘I love you’ more than the gift of warm feet on a cold night? Camden slippers from Toms will most certainly keep those toes toasty until spring gives way to the glorious warmth of summer. The plaid upper combines with the memory foam insole and soft, fleecy lining to create a cosy slipper to keep your Average Joes
feet chill-free.
The rubber soles give added grip when pottering around the house doing chores or even out in the garden, so there’s no excuse for not putting the bins out! The backs are designed to be easily pushed down without causing damage, so those just-shove-your-feet-in moments are easily accommodated. The best part is that with feet staying warm until bedtime, there are no nasty cold-feet-based surprises as you cuddle up under the duvet…
Minoh Bag from Vagabond
£165
If you know an Average Jane who is a lover of a gorgeous handbag, then you are on to a winner with this little red number from Vagabond. Its timeless style will be a firm favourite for years to come.
A compact half-moon-shaped bag is crafted from Portuguese leather and is finished with a dark cotton lining. The zip closing keeps everything safely contained, and there’s a smaller inside pocket that’s also zip-fastened, which is the perfect size for credit cards, keys, or a small purse.
It’s a perfect gift for your Valentine. The beautiful red leather adds a touch of sass to any outfit, and the adjustable strap makes it great for everything from a casual evening to a daily commute.
Ray-Ban sunglasses
From £164
Nothing sets off an outfit like a fabulous pair of sunglasses — let’s be honest, it doesn’t even need to be particularly sunny for most of us to sling on the shades.
When it comes to what’s hot in sunglasses, Ray-Ban has the inside track. The US brand has been making sunnies since the mid-1930s, and in the 1960s, they became the fashion accessory of the stars, with legends like James Dean and Buddy Holly bringing them to public attention.
Why not surprise your special someone with a pair this Valentine’s Day? We love this tortoise shell design, which gives us retro vibes. Doreen, as the style is named, comes in five different colours, some of which have polarised lenses for extra protection.
Perhaps these gorgeous glasses could ignite the lust for travel and inspire an evening of adventure planning over a glass or two of wine.
Pillow Haze Massage Candle from Sitre
£52
The Pillow Haze Massage Candle is the gift that keeps on giving. The relaxed ambience created by a scented candle, with bergamot, frankincense, eucalyptus and oakmoss filling the air, is a great way to start a romantic Valentine’s evening.
As the candle melts, the natural ingredients used to create the wax transform into a massage oil infused with natural and moisturising ingredients like shea butter, sweet almond oil and jojoba oil. With the Pillow Haze Candle having done all the work, creating such a warming, soothing, smoothing oil, it would seem like a waste not to use it, right..?
We haven’t had the pleasure of trying this one out, but it sounds like it should be the multitasking gift that will make Valentine’s Day go with an ummmm…
Paul Runner Sneakers by Vagabond
£140
The way to a man’s heart is sometimes through his feet. Well, his trainer collection, to be exact. These subtle, retro-inspired sneakers from Vagabond look great, and with light grey suede uppers, they can be dressed up or down for work or play.
With suede and leather outside and a leather insole, they will stand plenty of wear, and with a little protector spray, they will look just as fabulous next Valentine’s Day, too.
Warmies Hot Lobster
£25
If you want to be their lobster, tell them with this cute little chap from Warmies. Scented with French lavender, Warmies Lobster can be popped in the microwave and heated, giving soothing warmth and comfort in an instant.
A lovely, soft buddy to give a warm cuddle if you can’t be there or a pain-relieving heat source to cheer them up when needed, Warmies Lobster shows you’re not shellfish (you see what we did there…) and will make someone’s Valentine’s Day special.
