February 12, 2025 |
The day of love is nearly upon us. Whether you’re spending it wrapped in the arms of a lover, giggling at chick flicks with friends, or devouring an entire tub of ice cream solo, Valentine’s Day is a time for love in all its forms – and let’s be honest, any excuse to indulge in lovely lingerie and heart shaped hand bags is a good one.
The fash pack is spreading the love this week too. From dreamy date-night scents to adorable Galentine’s gifts, we’re feeling the romance. Here, we round up the best Valentine’s Day launches in the biz. XOXO. Emily Phillips
Valentino
This Valentine’s Day, Valentino is teaming up with Dream Baby Press, the New York-based entertainment company that centres around contemporary literature and poetry to deliver a curated selection of evocative reads by six new age authors and thinkers. The featured authors include Matt Starr, artist and cultural innovator, founder of Dream Baby Press; Jemima Kirke, actress and multidisciplinary artist; Brontez Purnell, award-winning writer and musician; Mackenzie Thomas, writer and digital storyteller; Jerry Stahl, acclaimed novelist and screenwriter; and Coco Mellors, bestselling author and essayist.
Offering varying perspectives on love – ranging from humorous reflections to passionate love letters – the handwritten works of are up for grabs from today until February 14 at select Valentino stores across Europe and the United States. EP
Gucci
They say home is where the heart is, and for Gucci it’s true. This Valentine’s Day the Italian house is unveiling its Gucci Together campaign, and it’s a vibrant celebration of “personal narratives and the profound connections that shape them”. Backdropped by home settings like the bedroom, dining room or lounge, real couples and real families, all connected to the world of fashion, are candidly captured by photographer Tina Barney as they share intimate moments and natural, unspoken exchanges – subtle glances, quiet knowings. In a series of accompanying videos, the voices and personal stories of the eclectic cast weave through the visuals in an effort to remind us that it’s the little details that count.
On view is the gifting collection, a specially curated selection of pieces from Gucci’s latest collections created under the direction of departing creative director Sabato De Sarno. This includes Gucci Horsebit 1955 Soft handbags, the Gucci Savoy travel collection and the GG Emblem collection, as well as shoes featuring the Horsebit or Web stripe, silk Flora scarves, Link to Love fine jewelry, Gucci Eyewear, and Gucci Flora fragrances. EP
Bvlgari
From the mind of Bvlgari’s creative director of leather goods and accessories, Mary Katrantzou, comes Bvlgari’s Serpenti Cuore 1968 bag; but while the bag was truly made to celebrate the Year of the Snake – take it from its snake shaped gold-plated brass handle – it’s a great fit for Valentine’s with its padded heart form. Coming in Feroza Turquoise, Star Rose Pink, Royal Ruby, Perla White and Black colourways, the bag comes together like two halves of the same heart – one formed by the calf leather bag body and the other by its slithering handle. There’s a detachable chain crossbody strap included too, which makes it a great sidekick for whatever Valentine’s date you have in the works for Friday. EP
Skims
With K-pop queen Rosé at the heart of its campaign – literally, the singer sits pretty whilst holding onto huge, red hearts either made of paper, as a balloon, a cracked egg, and chocolate box – Skims’ Valentines celebrations take shape as a curated selection of cosy clothes chosen by none other than Kim K herself. Crafted from the kind of cotton you crave, lace you covet and vinyl you go crazy for, the intimates on option count underwear, sleepwear, lingerie and dresses. EP
Dior Beauty
What better way to say ‘J’adore’ than with Dior’s gifting experience?
For her, the Miss Dior Mini Miss, available in three iconic scents – Miss Dior Parfum, Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet and Miss Dior Eau de Parfum – is a perfect, travel-ready token of affection. Its solid perfume stick melts into the skin, prolonging the floral fragrance in couture; pretty-in-pink packaging.
For an irresistible red lip, Rouge Dior in shade 999 is the ultimate shade for every skin tone, adding the perfect pop of passion. Pair it with the delicate J’adore les Adorables Shower Gel, infused with jasmine for soft, scented skin all day. And for the perfect day-to-date night blush, have the viral Dior Rosy Glow at hand for a shade both flush and flirty.
For him, the new Dior Homme Parfum, reinvented by Francis Kurkdjian, or the revamped Sauvage Eau Forte, is the ideal way to capture his heart, with notes ranging from smooth iris to cool spice and lavender musk. Talia Panayi
Dries Van Noten
Picture Cupid swapping his bow and arrow for bold lipsticks and avant-garde scents – because love deserves a little edge. This Valentine’s Day, Dries Van Noten reimagines romance with gifts that are anything but predictable.
For the beauty connoisseur, Dries’ genderless lipsticks make a statement. Shades like luminous, buildable Abstract Red and cool, understated Brown are tucked into refillable cases that double as objets d’art – think Amber Jungle’s vivid orange leopard-print clash or Amethyst Shadow’s mineral-inspired boldness. Intelligent formulas deliver 12-hour wear, making every kiss last longer.
For the fragrance afficionado, roses bloom with an unexpected twist. Raving Rose dazzles in a playful bubblegum pink bottle, blending Pink and Black Pepper with sultry Cashmeran and Musk for a modern, rebellious twist. Rose Carnivora, housed in monochrome, animalier porcelain, contrasts spicy Pink Pepper with earthy Patchouli and Cistus – an ode to beauty in all its raw, imperfect glory. TP
Stella McCartney
This Valentine’s, put your pleasure first – make a purchase from a Stella McCartney store and you’ll find a sexy surprise included inside: a free vibrator from intimate wellness brand Maude! Collaborating for Cupid’s day, the brands unveil Come Together – named after the 1969 Beatles song – a love-linked campaign nodding to McCarney’s heritage and an era of free-spirited sexual revolution. Featured products include the Falabella, a first-ever vegan It-bag, and the new Ryder bag. And when purchased, these come with the gift of either Vibe – a three-speed personal massager – or Spot – a five-speed vibrator designed for insertion. This offer is available at select Stella McCartney boutiques in London, New York City, Paris, Milan, Madrid and Barcelona, while supplies last. EP
Vivienne Westwood
At Vivienne Westwood, love comes in all shapes and sizes: think tartan bows, blazers, Bernardo bombers, and Bea corsets! But for those who like to carry their love with them, the collection’s heart-shaped bags prove the perfect accessory. The Louise Heart Crossbody bag leads the charge, reviving the house’s iconic heart silhouette, featuring a double compartment and brand’s unmistakable metal orb – a tribute to Vivienne’s vision – blending tradition with novelty. The Josephine Heart Crossbody follows suit, echoing the same love for humanity and the planet with a soft PU silhouette and sustainable touches, including recycled cotton lining.
The Valentine’s Agnatha earrings capture an affection for the cosmos, with an asymmetric heart silhouette adorned in sparkling crystal embellishments and hand-painted enamel details. Meanwhile, nothing says, ‘xoxo Vivienne’ more than the revival of the ’97 Sunday dress – which proposes romantic sculptural elegance with its corset-inspired shape, pleat detailing, and embroidered orb – made with love, of course! TP
Louis Vuitton
You’re 16 again and your high school sweetheart asked you to be their Valentine. The butterflies in your stomach flip and flutter as they lift the hair away from the nape of your neck and clip on a dainty necklace – probably with their initials on it, let’s be honest. This visual is likely familiar, if not by your own experience then by those you’ve seen on screens, because what would Valentine’s Day be without jewellery? That’s why Louis Vuitton’s new Amazonite Colour Blossom necklace is the perfect gift for any special loved one.
The latest addition to the Colour Blossom collection, Amazonite is a striking blue-green stone, known for its dreamy translucency and unique inclusions. Paired with yellow gold and a round brilliant diamond, it’s a fresh take on sentimental jewellery. Whether for a lover or yourself, inspired by two flowers of the iconic LV Monogram, this piece is a great way to say “I love you” to your beau this Valentine’s. EP
Byredo
This Valentine’s, elevate your gift-giving with Byredo’s Rose of No Man’s Land – a bouquet in a bottle that’s anything but conventional. Inspired by the wartime nurses who saved countless lives, this fragrance is a tribute to compassion and courage. Its floral composition unfolds like a delicate arrangement, with spicy pink pepper and Turkish rose petals at the top, while raspberry blossom and Turkish rose absolute form a romantic heart. Amber and papyrus ground the scent with depth and warmth. With 79.7 per cent natural ingredients, it’s a genderless, meaningful expression of love – the perfect present for someone who treasures both beauty and substance, or for those whose love language takes shape in the form of heartfelt gifting. TP
Top image: photography courtesy of Skims.
