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VALENTINE'S DAY GIFTS FOR HIM
We don't know many men who get so caught up in the whole Valentines Day thing, but that doesn't mean they don't really enjoy it! So up the stakes this Valentines Day and look for something a bit unique, a bit different and definitely a bit luxurious. Best get on with it, the clock is ticking!
Romantic Love - gifts for the true romantics out there
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Flowers and Valentine's Day go hand in hand, as does the price of red roses rising to extortionate levels. There again, the man in your life might not be thrilled with whatever flowers you send, so you could send him something a little more unique. We like this bay tree from Crocus. It's stylish and easy to keep, plus if he's keen on cooking, he'll have a plentiful supply of bay leaves to hand.
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Jewellery is always a popular choice at Valentine's Day! For the guys, a stunning watch is always a good choice. We love the Rogue Axis from Links of London, with its dual face to suit every occasion from formal to sporty. If he's more sporty than formal, then we would definitely go for the Kingfisher Diver-Pro Collection from Christopher Ward. Great looking and water resistant to 1000 feet.
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Valentine's Day is perfect for pink champagne, even for the boys. If you want to choose something really special, then how about a limited edition Saint Valentine version from Billecart-Salmon. Now, we're not often in favour of stuff produced especially for events, but we'll make an exception here. Billecart-Salmon pink champagne is highly rated, tastes divine and comes with two perfect flutes to serve it in. This is special and definitely a romantic choice for a perfectly romantic evening for two. Exclusively available at Harrods, and so worth it!
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And then there is the romantic break, which surely has to be to Paris, the renowned city of romance. We would happily pass away the hours at the Hotel Le Colbert on the trendy Left Bank, wandering hand in hand to Notre Dame or sitting outside a café with a pastis in hand. Or you could live the life of the romantic artist in Montmarte at the Swell Apartment. This is self catering at the very best, and why cater yourself when all of Montmarte is on your doorstep. Literally. Sounds blissful, like a Moulin Rouge dream come true
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Saucy Love - gifts for sensual lovers
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Now, this might just look a box with a bow on it. But this is a Seduction Box from Necia, which does what it says. Depending on your beloveds preferences, then you can choose from three different levels of seduction, and then a whole range of options. From Sexy Fun through Night In to Weekend Away. In fact, if you are planning a saucy weekend away, they can even deliver the Seduction Box to the seducing location of your choice! Some things are for you, some for him, but the fun is definitely for the two of you.
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Lingerie is an obvious choice for Valentine's Day, and it's your choice whether it's for him, but he'd probably prefer it to be for you. With you modeling it. So for some saucy choices, then saunter through Agent Provocateur. There is lingerie to suit every taste, and for an adventurous choice, how about this Cendrillon playsuit? Imagine his reaction? I think it's safe to say that it'll be a successful Valentine's Day present.
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Champagne may be the drink of romance, so how about Absinthe as the drink of adventure? Let the legendary green fairy work a little magic for you both, with this great little set from La Fée Parisien. Everything you'll need, including an absinthe spoon and a sugar cube, to set you up for your own lost weekend!
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Perhaps consider this your starter kit, as ten may not be enough. But the 10 Nights of Passion Mini Kit will get you started. Ten little cards give you some sensual scenarios for some passion play of your own, along with some interesting extras. Add in the absinthe and Cendrillon playsuit for some extra spice!
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New love - tricky gift situation diffused
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If you've only got together recently, then Valentine's Day can be difficult. It would be churlish to forget the day (if you plan for this to be a longer term arrangement) and easy to overstep the mark. Chocolates might be a bit of a cliché, so how about sending him a box of nostalgic sweets? We don't know a guy who could resist these, with their cola bottles and sherbert fountains.
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Fragrance is quite tricky, even after you've known each other quite some time. However, most men will wear a fragrance because a woman likes it. For something unique, then we would choose Molecule 01. It's an unusual fragrance in that it initially almost has only a very soft smell, but it then develops, with every individual making it into their unique scent. Oh, and just be warned, the effect is supposed to be pheromonic!
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How about buying him a gift experience? You might think you don't know him well enough to know what he'd like, so why not pick something a bit off beat, and even something you could go do together. Days to Amaze offer a circus skills half day for two, that will see you flying through the air together, although perhaps not with the greatest of ease. It'll give you something to talk about, and perhaps compare bruises later.
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For something sweet, but still a unique thought, then how about a box of mini Triple Chocolate Brownies from Sweet Things. These are the ultimate brownie, which we don't anyone who can resist, with their dense, fudgey texture and chunks of milk and white chocolate. Perfect as a sweet gift and not as obvious as a box of choccies.
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Personal Love - or gifts that are just about the two of you
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See yourselves in print, by creating a wonderful photo book from Photo Box. These books are beautiful, you can add in photos that mean the most to the two of you, and your own printed commentary as well. There are hard back and soft back options to choose from, and styles from very contemporary to some soft romantic options. Go with what suits the two of you best!
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You could go one further and put the two of you on the wall! Canvas prints can be produced to any size from any photo of either just your beloved, the two of you, or something you both hold precious. Photobloc can change the colours, add some spot effects, soften the background, you can even add your own text. We think these are great, and you've got plenty of time to organize the perfect one now for Valentine's Day.
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Things don't come much more personal than your fingerprints, or those of any children, and now you can have them imprinted into silver jewellery. You get a kit to take the fingerprint impressions and then send them back to be made into jewellery, with the dog tags being a great choice for the guys. You need to be organized, this is a beautiful, romantic gift but you can't leave it till the last minute if you want to have the piece back in time for Valentine's Day.
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A calendar would not normally be a romantic choice of gift, but these personalised versions ramp up the romance level. It adds in his name, or if you choose the romance one then both your names to a suitable scene for each month. And don't worry, they can start the calendar in any month you like.
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Stylish love - Valentine gifts for the cool king of your heart
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You're his true love, but you have a sneaking feeling there are a few designers vying for his attention too! It's difficult to pick just one designer something that might work, but we guarantee it would take a very picky man to not be thrilled with a Missoni scarf. Always renowned for fabulous colours, this one is no exception, and looks right for a gorgeous Valentine's Day gift.
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Of course, if you are going to send him some fizz, it has to be good, no bottle of Cava is going to do the trick really. We love the Veuve Cliquot Traveller, even more so if you whisk him off somewhere stunning to drink from it. Perhaps whisk him off on the Eurostar to Paris, and let him walk down rue Saint-Honoré to check out what's cool this seaon at Colette.
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This is probably one man with a range of beauty products and fragrances nearly as extensive as your own. Unlike a lot of men, he probably has very clear ideas on what he does and doesn't like, but we think he would be hard pressed to turn his nose up at Feuilles de Tabac from bespoke perfumery Miller Harris. It evokes the fashionable brasseries of St Germain, and is a deeply sexy and intriguing scent. Think of it as Johnny Depp, bottled.
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If you're in a blow the budget moment for your king of cool, then whisk him off to New York, and celebrate in style. We love The Mansfield Hotel, for its beaux arts splendour, stylish bar and excellent location just off the shopping mecca of 5th Avenue. If he's more offbeat than mainstream, then we would stay in Meatpacking, with the Gansevoort being the obvious choice, but we quite like the Maritime, if only for the cushion wrestling each night!
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Green Love - cool ethical gifts for the green god in your life
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Just because he's green and cares for everything else doesn't mean he shouldn't have some time to care for himself. Green People do a great organic shave kit, which will give him great products for himself that don't cost the earth. Recyclable packaging that looks stunning, no air-freighting of anything to make up the kit, and pure, natural, organic ingredients. A gift of love for him, and for the planet.
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He probably knows this anyway, but this mug shows the potential effects of global warming when his morning cuppa is added to it. You could throw in some Fairtrade tea or coffee, and some Against the Grain biscuits at the same time. Preferably bringing the whole lot up to him in bed on a tray.
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Just because he's green doesn't mean you can't celebrate in style. Serge Faust's vineyards were certified organic back in 1969 and have been producing a wonderful champagne ever since. Aged for three years, the wine has a rich, full flavour and creamy texture. You could also add in some divine truffles from Booja Booja which are not only organic but vegan as well. But they don't go short on the taste front!
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Maybe he would prefer that you spread the love around a bit? Not literally obviously, but by buying a charitable gift. I mean you could go for something like a gift of condoms for an African village from Oxfam Unwrapped. Or a Change the World for 12 months voucher, for a gift that keeps on giving. If he's more into wildlife, then there are great options too, from WWF or the RSPB.
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Still not made your mind up? Well, we've got pages devoted to mens accessories, great gadgets and gizmos, and enough products to keep him looking young and beautiful all year round! Or check out our blog for our vest latest finds and thoughts on great gifts.
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