By Drew Taylor, Style Editor
Go beyond the obligatory dozen roses and surprise your valentine with a luxurious gift they’ll treasure long after February 14th.
Charlotte Olympia Kiss Me! Capsule Collection
Say it with shoes: Adorned with a festive hot pink lips print, these cheeky Kiss Me Desiree! pumps from Charlotte Olympia offer a Valentine’s Day-ready update on one of the British accessories designer’s classic styles ($895).
Smythson Panama “Head Over Heels” Flip Book
In a special partnership with London’s storied Dorchester hotel, Smythson created this limited edition flip book filled with whimsical illustrations (and enough room to pen a few love notes and doodles of your own). Guests of the hotel can get their hands on one by using the hashtag #headoverheels prior to check in throughout the month, or you can stock up at a Smythson flagship near you ($110).
Agent Provocateur Hyacinth Set
Need we say more? This flirty matching bra, brief, and suspenders set from Agent Provocateur is the quintessential Valentine’s Day gift from the last word in luxury lingerie (price available upon request).
Vosges Travel the World Through Chocolate Trunk
Forgo the traditional box of chocolates with this extravagant gift set from haute chocolatier Vosges. It features a chic vintage steamer trunk filled with all manner of truffles, caramels, and bonbons to satisfy even the most serious sweet tooth ($1,045).
Judith Ripka Earrings
You simply can’t go wrong with a stunning piece of jewelry—and these show-stopping 18K gold Judith Ripka earrings, set with tourmaline slices, round pink tourmalines, and a pavé diamond frame, certainly fit the bill ($28,000).
Monica Rich Kosann Postmark Envelope Image Case
Preserve memories of special moments in this sweetly sentimental image case from Monica Rich Kosann. The sterling silver envelope holds two photographs and can be fully customized with the engraving of any address and postmark date to commemorate significant milestones like anniversaries, weddings, or births ($1,450).
Tibaldi for Bentley GT Pen Collection
A collaboration between Bentley Motors and Italian pen manufacture Tibaldi, this rollerball pen—fittingly rendered in Bentley’s signature “St. James Red”—might just lead to an uptick in love letters in your future ($750).
Jacob & Co. Cufflinks
Your sartorially-minded better half will appreciate these timeless cufflinks in 18K rose gold, yellow mother of pearl, and pavé diamonds from A-list jeweler Jacob & Co. (price available upon request).
Valentina Oud Assoluto Eau de Parfum
Infused with notes of luxurious Oud wood, the new Valentina Oud Assoluto eau de parfum from Valentino offers a darker, more seductive take on the house’s best-selling Valentina fragrance ($150).
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Veuve Clicquot Rosé Couture
Because nothing sets a celebratory tone quite like bubbles, start off the big night with a Champagne toast. Veuve Clicquot Rosé Couture dresses up the house’s crisp rosé in a pretty pink case that will keep your bottle perfectly chilled for up to two hours ($69).