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Ultra-fine Valentine’s Gifts for 2020

While the ultimate gift you can give that special person in your life is your undying adoration, no-one is likely to get upset if you add a high-end watch or a little haute joaillerie into the mix, especially with Valentine’s Day less than a month away…

Omega

Valentine's

Finding true love inevitably takes both parties higher than they’ve even been before, making Omega’s fine, feathered De Ville Trésor timepieces prudent accessories to have to hand. With the company’s 2020 Valentine’s day series including two watches from this particular collection – a blue co-axial master chronometer with 18-carat white gold markings on the dial for chaps and a Quartz 36mm with diamonds mounted on the sides for the ladies – what better time to let your relationship truly take off?

Freywille

Valentine's
Luna Piena Pendant from the Paris Pop collection

Bijouterie brand Freywille is rightly synonymous with highly creative jewellery collections that take inspiration from some of the world’s foremost artistic talents – Vincent Van Gogh, Alphonse Mucha, Claude Monet….Neither has inspiration eluded them in the run-up to the most romantic day of the year, with the Viennese brand having curated a singular selection of pieces that aptly celebrate amour – the highly-floral Pepita Rose collection, the Poésie d’ armour collection, the Paris Pop collection and the Wedding Collection Fine Jewellery. When it comes to putting the art into affairs of the heart, you really couldn’t do better.

Bvlgari

Valentine's
Serpenti Diamond Blast cross-body micro bag

Special for Valentine’s Day 2020, Bvlgari, that most fabulous of Italian fashion houses, is debuting a unique capsule collection, all coalescing around the brand’s emblematic Serpenti Forever motif. With its iridescent colours taking their cues from some of the world’s most glistening gems, each hue is said to resonate with one aspect of romance or another, with unadulterated white agate, for instance, exemplifying love in its purest form.

Tiffany & Co.

Valentine's
Tiffany T Wire Bangles in 18 carat yellow gold

It goes without saying that everyone only ever wants to furnish their forever friend with the very finest gifts possible. Thankfully, the ever-terrific Tiffany & Co. has made that breathtakingly easy with its compendium of peerless present options – most notably its Tiffany T Colours range and its selection of signature Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendants. Just because it’s convenient, it doesn’t make it any less heartfelt.

Cartier

Valentine's

A sure way to find just the perfect gift for your most Significant Other is to opt for something emblematic of eternal regards – and what could state that more compellingly than Cartier’s contemporary-yet-classic Panthère de Cartier collection? With its prowling panther being a style statement with a vintage of more than 100 years, nothing could symbolise your enduring commitment more memorably.

Stocking Stuffers

Christmas is the season of giving, but with so many brands scrambling to cash in on the gift set grab, how can one separate the marketing ploys from the truly thoughtful offerings? To help, we’ve curated a selection of the best holiday gifts this season. The Une Forêt D’or scented candle from Goutal is ideal for setting the festive mood, while the Lip Maestro Midi Set from Giorgio Armani will see you party-ready with just a dash of colour on the lips, especially when complemented with Hourglass’ Scattered Light Glitter Eyeshadow Collection – a surefire way to enhance the natural sparkle of your eyes. Meanwhile, to recover from the holiday blues, opt for a holistic care regime, courtesy of Forest Therapy Festive Gift Collection from Aromatherapy or the 2019 Gift Set Collection from Tatcha.

Unwrapped: What’s in your X’mas stocking?

The bling and glamour of shopping and dressing up for a X’mas celebration is one of the best parts of the festive seasons. With a wide range of products to choose from, there is something to gift to every fashionista and in fact even put a smile on them. 

X'mas

Clockwise from top left:

  • Limited-edition Happy Moon watch in rose gold with diamonds by Chopard
  • Marina evening clutch with crystal mesh by Atelier Swarovski
  • Refracted-heel sandal with crystal embellishments by Salvatore Ferragamo
  • Christmas bell ornament by Swarovski
  • Loubileopard Holiday Look 2019 collection velvet matte lip colour by Christian Louboutin Beauty
  • Happy Hearts Wings bangle in white gold with diamonds by Chopard
  • Loubileopard Holiday Look 2019 collection Tape à l’Oeil Metallic Eye Colour by Christian Louboutin Beauty
  • Happy Hearts Wings earrings in white gold with diamonds by Chopard
  • Loubileopard Holiday Look 2019 collection nail colour by Christian Louboutin Beauty

 

X'mas

Clockwise from left:

  • Karligraphy shoulder-bag in patent leather by Fendi
  • 2019 festive limited-edition The Goldenland Rouge G Guerlain double mirror cap lipstick by Guerlain
  • Ultimate bath and shower oils from Aromatherapy Associates’ Forest Therapy Festive Gift collection
  • Rhodium-plated Penélope Cruz Moonsun brooch with crystals by Atelier Swarovski
  • Salt and pepper set in bone china and stainless steel by Tiffany & Co.
  • Diamond cream by Natura Bissé
  • Limited-edition Softcore mini blush and balm set by Studio 54 for NARS
  • J’adore gelée d’or and J’adore shower and bath oil, both by Dior J’adore Divine Bath

 

X'mas

Clockwise from top:

  • Lace-up shoe by Alexander McQueen
  • Tiffany 1837® Makers chain necklace in sterling silver, Tiffany Ampersand money clip in sterling silver, both by Tiffany & Co.
  • L.U.C XPS Spirit of Nature watch in rose gold by Chopard (limited to 100 pieces)
  • Tiffany T True bracelet and wide ring in 18K gold, Tiffany 1837® Makers wide chain bracelet in sterling silver and gold, all by Tiffany & Co.
  • CD Icon pin brooch, Dior-motif pin with crystals, both by Dior Men
  • Crystal Christmas tree by Swarovski

 

X'mas

Clockwise from left:

  • Limited-edition STUDIO 54 brush set by Studio 54 for NARS
  • Veneziana Pop pumps with opal embellishments by Rene Caovilla
  • 2019 festive limited-edition The Goldenland Meteorites highlighting beads by Guerlain
  • Small Moiré Devotion bag with pearl embellishments by Dolce & Gabbana

 

X'mas

Clockwise from left:

  • Tenue de Soirée eau de parfum by Goutal Paris
  • Lady Arpels Pont des Amourex Jour watch in rose gold with diamonds by Van Cleef & Arpels
  • Rouge Dior Couture collection limited edition minaudiere clutch and iconic lipsticks from Dior’s Happy 2020 collection
  • 2019 festive limited-edition 2019 Collector Collection Rouge G Guerlain double mirror cap lipstick by Guerlain
  • Perlée™ diamond bracelet in yellow gold with diamonds, Perlée™ Clovers bracelet in white gold with diamonds, Perlée™ Couleurs bracelet in white gold with turquoise and diamonds, Perlée™ Couleurs bracelet in rose gold with carnelian and diamonds, all by Van Cleef & Arpels

 

X'mas

Clockwise from left:

  • Red Lights palette and Red Edition eyeshadow palette, both from Givenchy’s Red Line Christmas 2019 collection
  • V-Bow pumps with crystal-embellished bow by Versace
  • The Story handbag by Alexander McQueen
  • Satin pump with crystal embellishments by Manolo Blahnik
  • Cheonyuldan Signature cushion foundation by The History of Whoo

‘Let there be light’ with Atelier Cologne’s city-themed candles

Atelier Cologne

Atelier Cologne forays into the world of candle-making with Collection Maison, a range of 10 candles that captures the essence of 10 different cities with their distinctive cultures.

Inspired by founders Sylvie Ganter and Christophe Cervasel’s love for travel and exploration, the candles transport you to unforgettable places and cherished memories. Each scent has been specifically formulated to create the most vibrant olfactory experience reminiscent of cities such as New York, Venice, Seoul, London and Barcelona, among others.

Handmade in France, the candles are made from a custom blend of fine wax with a generous dose of fragrance oils. The signature Venetian blue bottle with a protective lid is a thing of beauty it itself and makes for a good showpiece even after the candle has burnt out.

Priced at HK$590, these collectibles make a perfect ‘thank you’ gift for your party hosts and hostesses this festive season.

Essential Elegance

From Waterford’s beautifully-cut crystal decanters to Michael Kors’ elegant range of handbags and Estaraza’s stylish crocodile-skin collection, the Gafencu E-Shop offers the ultimate selection of online luxury.

Personally selected by many of the most discerning buyers in the world of high-end retailing, the Gafencu portfolio brings together a unique variety of sought-after items from the world’s leading high street outlets and digital platforms. Pre-endorsed by an international clientele of iconic trendsetters, every item will enhance the lifestyle and residential ambience of even the most aspirational and affluent of households.

Ordering couldn’t be easier. Just click on your selection and provide your payment details. Your chosen items will then be directly delivered to your chosen destination.

The Gafencu portfolio will be regularly reviewed, with exclusive limited editions, pre-orders of stylish new lines and seasonal previews all being rolled out in the coming months.