Once a year, men become bigger consumers than women, all for love (and lust). Here are our favorite Valentine’s Day gifts.
Gifts For Her:
RING IT ON
Tiffany’s Novo Diamond & Band Rings
Engagements can be hard. Engagement rings are easy: Say “Be Mine Forever” this Valentine’s Day with Tiffany’s Novo engagement rings and wedding bands. The rings are cut for brilliance and to make you look good in front of her parents. Tiffany’s Novo Diamond Ring set in platinum starts at $2,810, Novo Band Rings set in platinum, 18k yellow gold or 18k rose gold start at $2,050.
Currently, available at: Tiffany & Co. Flagship Store, (212) 755-8000, 727 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10022, and other select retail locations. Available nationwide in April 2007, www.tiffany.com.
A RICH SELECTION
La Maison du Chocolat’s Valentine’s Day Trunk
Say “I love you” in different languages and different flavors with La Maison’s latest V Day delight. Tantalize her with chocolate-enrobed ganache flavors of rose champagne, passion fruit, and caramel. From $12.
La Maison du Chocolat, 30 Rockefeller Center (at 49th Street), (212) 265-9404 and 1018 Madison Avenue (between 78th and 79th Streets), (212) 744-7117, www.lamaisonduchocolat.com.
THE AIR UP THERE
Riedel Amadeo Decanter
Flawless function and sleek design are the hallmarks of the Reidel brand. The Amadeo decanter unearths the invisible treasures of an earthy Bordeaux like only Riedel can, and its sensual harp-shaped design makes for an enticing accent piece in any part of the home. $365.
Williams Sonoma Columbus Circle, 60 Columbus Circle (at 59th Street), (212) 823-9750, www.williams-sonoma.com.
ICING ON THE CAKE
Payard Decollate Cake
Suggest what You would like for Valentine’s Day with this dazzling cake from patissier extraordinaire Francois Payard shaped like a woman’s decollate and finished off with a hand-painted Limoges porcelain necklace reading “Je t’aime.” Hibiscus marinated mixed berries fill the almond-sponge and mascarpone mousse cake, available only by special order. $100.
Payard Patisserie and Bistro, 1032 Lexington Avenue (between 73rd and 74th Streets), (212) 717-5252, www.payard.com.
Gifts For Him:
SPEAKING OF BESPOKE
Turnbull & Asser PJs
He should always look his best, even when he’s sleeping. Leave it to Turnbull & Asser to do just that with these regal pajamas cut from the same fabrics of their legendary dress shirts. We’re partial to the readymade Sea Island cotton ensembles, but for something truly incredible, go for bespoke sleepwear - you can design from a choice of over 800 fabrics.
Readymade pajamas from $350 at Turnbull & Asser, 42 East 57th Street (between Park and Madison Avenues), (212) 752-5700, www.turnbullandasser.com.
PUFF DADDY
Krispy Kreme’s Doughnuts
Krispy Kreme’s doughnuts go heart shaped and layered with glaze and red, white, and pink sprinkles, this Valentine’s Day. For every dozen of these babies you purchase, you’ll receive twelve Valentine’s cards entitling recipients to one free doughnut.
Krispy Kreme, 1497 3rd Avenue (at 84th Street) (212)-879-9111, www.krispykreme.com.
GROOMING LOUNGE
John Allan’s Club Annual Membership
A membership to one of John Allan’s handsome gentleman’s grooming centers (or upgrade to a Universal Membership for use at all four centers for another $100) entitles him to a year of The Full Service (Scalp massage, shampoo, conditioning treatment, hot towel, haircut, manicure, shoeshine, and beverage, two Full Service gift certificates (a $65 value), and a 10% discount on additional services. $720.
Available at www.johnallans.com.
LOVE AT FIRST BITE
The Complete Keller: The French Laundry Cookbook & Bouchon
Acclaimed restaurants, three stars from the Michelin Guide - Thomas Keller has done it all, and done it well. Get your man to cook much better with this beautiful, food porn cookbook. $100.
Available at Amazon.com.
