Wrapped in love

We all know that a Valentine gift should reflect the way we feel about and interact with our significant other but most of us find the day of love has arrived so fast that it’s all we can do to buy the standard red roses and chocolates.

While these are always welcome, there’s still time to get something truly special for Mr or Miss Right. We check out what’s on sale.

 

Les Nereides 

1. Alphabet Fleurie necklace, Bt5,900

2. Paris Mon Amour earrings, Bt8,500

3. Pas de deux bracelet, Bt5,900

 

A relatively new addition to Bangkok’s jewellery scene, French costume bijoux brand Les Nereides stocks a collection of baubles with romance in mind. All are hand-painted, made from brass and coated with 14 and 18 karat gold.

Marilyn Monroe, Greta Garbo, Marlene Dietrich and Sophia Lauren are the icons of the Diamantine Pink collection while the Paris Mon Amour line portrays several romantic scenes including lovers at the Eiffel Tower, the Pont Neuf Bridge and other Parisian landmarks.

Other highlights include the Pas de Deux Pink series inspired by the dancers of the Opera de Paris and the Alphabet Fleuri depicting a garden full of flowers, insects and small animals, 

Les Nereides Paris boutique is on the first floor of Groove, CentralWorld. Call (02) 613 1262 or visit Facebook.com/LesNereidesThailand.

 

 

Loft 

1. Cupid arrow and heart pendant symbolising everlasting love, Bt650

2. Record your magic moments in a DIY Mini Scrap album kit that comes with a complete set of pop-up accessories and envelopes, Bt250 to Bt425

3. Boy Meets Girl pillow cases, Bt595

 

Living up to its slogan of “beyond ordinary”, Loft is offering a range of creative home decor products, IT gadgets, fashion accessories and stationery designed to show your love.

They include a little Rabbit Lover silver ring by Pasu that symbolises togetherness, Little Cupid Arrow and Little Cupid Heart pendants, Lucky bracelets made from precious stones and a DIY Mini Scrap album kit to record your precious memories. 

There’s also a microwavable ceramic Lover’s Coffee mug and Boy Meets Girl pillow cases by Human Touch as well as embroidered briefcases, brightly coloured bluetooth speakers, a teddy bear bearing a sweet message and a multi-functional clock that’s also a blackboard.

Loft has branches at Siam Discovery, Paradise Park and Chamchuri Square. Call (02) 658 0328, (02) 160 5161 and (02) 787 1535. 

 

 

Swatch

1. Unlock My Heart wristwatch, Bt2,350

 

Swatch makes sure your significant other will never be late for a date with the Unlock My Heart timepiece that comes in a fuchsia and pale pink box fastened by a “press and turn” heart-shaped closure system. 

It features a white dial with a heart lock in dark pink, a light pink plastic case, pink and fuchsia printing and three dark pink loops on the buckle.

 

 

Paragon 

1. Premiera diamond earrings and ring, Bt310,000 and Bt380,000

2. Necklace by Sette, Bt45,000

3. Tang’s by Chua Lee, Bt182,000

 

Siam Paragon thinks big for Valentine’s Day and turns its Hall of Mirrors into an exhibition space for the “Infinity of Love” collections. Among the big names offering special Valentine’s jewels are Bijoux de Louise, Blue River, Dermond, Gems Pavilion, Karat, Le Beau, Mikimoto, P&P Jewelry, Pannarai Jewellers, Premiera, Prima Gems, Sette, Siam Tiara, Sincere Jewellery, Sirinapa Diamond, Sirus Tanya, S.T. Diamond Design, Tang’s by Chua Lee and Trez Jewellery. The exhibition ends on February 20.

 

 

Central 

1. Brown and Cony Love Gift set, Bt1,250 to Bt1,290

2. Crystal ornament Bt280 

3. Teddy with a message,Bt1,890

 

ZeenZone at Central caters to the young and in love with an eye-catching selection of toys, ornaments and stationery that includes crystal mugs and wineglasses with a lid, jewellery boxes shaped like a tuxedo and a high-heel shoe, camera bags, adjustable mirrors and heart-shaped photo frames. There are also ceramic lamps, Brown and Cony Love gift sets and teddy bears clutching sweet nothings. The “Zeen Zone Sweet Valentine 2015” continues through February 16. 

 

 

TWG 

1. Tea Bain de Roses Tea scented candle with Rosebud or Saturn tea set, Bt4,080

2. Love Me Tea set, Bt1,640

3. Macaroon filled with Amour de The, Rose and Lychee, Bt55 a piece 

 

Tease the taste buds of your sweetheart with the TWG Tea Cavier Tin Tea collection that assembles luxury Valentine’s Breakfast Tea, Magic Moment Tea and Amour de The, a blend of Dajeeling and roses. 

Sip the delicate brews while breathing in the fragrance of the TWG Tea Bain de Roses Tea scented candles made from roses, white sandalwood, vanilla and grapefruit. Other great gifts include the Rosebud Tea set, a blend of Dajeeling tea and roses infused with vanilla and rosebud, the Love Me Tea set and macaroons filled with Amour de The tea, roses and lychee.

 

 

Uniqlo

1. Red slim-fit chino Flat Front pants for men, Bt1,490

2. An UV cut cardigan, Bt790

3. A floral-printed scarf, Bt590

 

For the fashion-conscious man and woman, look no further than Uniqlo. The popular Japanese brand is offering apparel and accessories to mix and match as part of its “Wear a Touch of Love” campaign. For the girls, there are pretty pink T-shirts made from premium supima cottona that pair beautifully with cream sweats, denim shirts, cotton cashmere cardigans, cotton flared skirt and leggings. She will also dress to please in a ripple-striped or rayon dress dolled up with a narrow belt and a flower-printed scarf.

The guy’s section has blue-and-white, striped T-shirts, denim shirts, EFC broadcloth check shirts, a sweat hoodie, slim-fit Chino pants, skinny fit tapered jeans, stretch mesh belt, jet caps and soft Argyle socks.

Check them out at www.Uniqlo.com.