I know a few Valentine’s Day naysayers, and I get it. There is a contrived aspect to the whole thing, yet I still believe most women want some kind of gesture – a candle, card, flowers, a meal – to mark the day. Here are a few last-minute gift ideas to pierce the heart of your favourite fashion lover (even if it’s yourself) on Saturday (clockwise from top left).
This Anthropologie nightie by Eberjey ($80) is the perfect balance of beautiful and sexy. The T-shirt ($68) is also a pretty – and practical – option. Available at Anthropologie on Granville Street or online.
Kate Spade watches ($175-$225) caught my eye for all the right reasons. Touches of charming love-infused accents whisper sweet nothings and add an accessory with timeless style. Available at Hudson’s Bay.
Vancouver-based jewelry designer Leah Alexandra’s Baby Wishbone necklace, with pink opal and 14K gold ($70), tells your girl she made your wishes come true. Leah Alexandra jewelry is available at The Cross, Hill’s of Kerrisdale, Blue Ruby, and the Beautybar.
Vancouver Candle Company’s Strathcona candle is fruity and tart with floral overtones created by infusing white tea, black currant, lavender, and thyme fragrance oils. The local company crafts candles inspired by other hoods, including the musky-scented Gastown (good for someone seeking a masculine fragrance). They retail for $32 and are available at Oliver and Lilly’s and Holt Renfrew. Voluspa candles, sold at The Cross Decor and Design, are also a lovely floral-scented option.
Jeffrey Campbell’s heeled sandal ($162) in soft pink would be perfect for a flirty date night outfit. Single ladies: kick up your heels and buy them for yourself yourself. Visit JeffreyCampbellShoes.com.
Inspired by the ultimate seductress, Tocca’s Cleopatra perfume ($78) has notes of grapefruit, lush greens, cassis, jasmine, nectar, amber, and vanilla. The beautifully bottled fragrance is available at The Cross Decor and Design in Vancouver.
I think I’m in love with Coach’s Tatum tote ($1,205) with pastel leather and gold hardware. The stud and braided-chain detailing makes it an eye-catching investment piece. Another slightly toned-down option, in the same delicious apricot hue, is the Prairie satchel ($655) – both are available at Hudson’s Bay.
Love the darling details of Rifle Paper Co. cards ($5.75). A few sweet words – even those three little ones – written on one of these lovelies would make anyone’s day. Available at Much and Little and The Cross Decor and Design.
