Single people, we have a treat for you – these are our picks of the best pampering treats to make yourself look and feel fabulous.
For couples, if you want your relationship to continue, then you’d better start thinking of some ways to impress your other half.
Thankfully, we’ve come up with a fool proof guide for men wanting to give their girlfriends a day to remember. Girls, we advise you to print this page and leave it in a place your other half will see it.
Step One: Valentine’s Day is all about getting your lover indulgent treats that they wouldn’t buy for themselves. Think luxury with these super-soft cashmere socks, £45 from the Travel Wrap Company, and light this beautiful scented candle from Danya Decker
Step Two: Book a hotel, and I don’t mean a Travelodge… Go for the best! We recommend the beautiful Westbury Mayfair Hotel. Remember to pack some pampering treats to give your girlfriend the spa experience.
Step Three: You can’t go wrong with chocolates especially if they are as nice as these. The Valentines milk chocolate lolly pop is £25 from choccywoccydoodah.com, whose amazing Brighton store and cafe is any chocolate lovers dream. They also have concessions in Harvey Nichols, Selfridges and Liberty’s of London.
This lovely white chocolate slab is printed with the words “Love you more than chocolate” and costs just £6. Order online here or pick it up from most John Lewis stores.
What could be more romantic to serve with chocolate than a glass of lovely sparkling Rose? This bottle of Zibibbo Rosa is by Brown Brothers and is available nationwide.
Step Four: What does a girl love more than chocolate… well for many its handbags and jewellery. These lovely earrings £275 and pendant £295 are both by PepperPink.
This gorgeous red clutch is by designer Nadia Minkoff, it’s been called the “must have clutch bag” and was spotted on the catwalks in New York. The chain can be slipped onto your wrist, so that you can reach for a glass of Moet & Chandon champagne. The clutch is available from Nadia’s online boutique nadiaminkoff.com for £79.
Another fail safe gift for valentines day is perfume… but not just any old scent. One Million by Paco Rabanne suits men and women and the bottle is pretty special too. She would be sure to love the amazing scent of Hugo Boss Orange limited edition £26 for 30ml from the perfume shop
If you really want to pamper your loved one, why not book a special massage at The CityPoint Club. For £250 you and your partner will be treated to drinks on arrival, followed by a 55 minute massage side by side, following this you’ll also receive a 30 minute master class to learn how to massage each other.
For the rest of the day you will have unlimited use of the spa and gym facilities as well as enjoying a a lunch with champagne in the restaurant. At the end of this luxurious day you’ll also be given a goody bag to take home with you. Places are limited to make sure you book now email: katie.shemesh@thecitypointclub.co.uk or call 0207 920 6226, click here to visit the website.
Step Five: Now you look great on the outside thanks to all that pampering, be kind to your insides and order a delicious dinner. Why not go for something spicy on Valentine’s Day to tantalise the tastebuds? If you are anywhere near London then we highly recommend a trip to contemporary Indian restaurant Trishna – Liz Hurley and Arun Nayar’s regular in Marylebone. There is a separate his n hers Valentine’s menu with more meaty dishes for men and fish for the ladies but if you really love each other then hopefully you will share? The honey and date creme brulee is out of this world!
Step Six: If all this wasn’t quite enough, and you have something extra special in mind like a proposal, grab your glass of bubbly and bring out this amazing huge slab of “will you marry me” chocolate. This one of piece can be made to order from choccowoccydoodah.com.
How can she possibly say no?!
Photos: Matt Fricker
Stylists: Zoe Griffin (Website Editor), Annabelle Lee (Beauty Editor), Andrea Berghall (Fashion Editor)
Location: The Westbury Hotel, Mayfair, London. For reservations call 020 7099 3010 or visit www.westburymayfair.com
