Written by Menswear Style in Essentials on the 6th February 2015

Whatever you do, don’t fall for “I’m not bothered about Valentine’s Day, you don’t need to get me anything.” Because, that is one humongous lie. It actually means “I’m not going to just tell you what I want, I want you to surprise me.” A good rule to go by is to both mutually set a cap of say £100 or £1000 depending on what won’t make you break out in a cold sweat, and stick to it. 

The MWS team went window shopping for inspiration at The Royal Exchange in London and here’s 6 of the best luxury Valentine’s Day Gifts that money can buy.

For Her 

Agent Provocateur Tammi Bra, Brief & Suspender Set: £245 - Make your lady a scarlet woman in teasing Tammi – an ever-so-naughty, utterly cheeky silk satin range in vibrant red with a French lace trim. Peek-a-boo strapping creates a heightened sense of drama, building suspense but keeping the mood playful as ever.

Boodles Keystone Ring: £1750 - The Keystone Collection is inspired by London’s architecture, and its strong, bold look echoes the brickwork that can be seen on many of the capital’s finest buildings. The keystone, of course, is the central stone at the apex of an arch or vault, the single piece that holds it together. Each piece is dominated by a cabochon cut stone surrounded by brick-like gold elements.

Smythson 'The Heart That Has Truly Loved' Notebook: £35 - A beautiful tribute to the holiday in traditional, valiant red. Bound in supple cross-grain calf leather, the whimsical design is inspired from an original hand-printed card produced by Smythson in the 1890s.

For Him 

Tateossian Marine Link Tiger Eye Silver Cufflinks: £265 - Inspired by the marine knot this semi-precious oval cufflink set has the signature Tateossian cable threaded through the silver hoes, made from Rhodium plated sterling silver. Perfect for the classic, understated and well-tailored man in your life.

Crockett & Jones Black Lowndes: £395 - A classic straight cap double buckle monk, the Lowndes is one of the most sought after styles from Crockett and Jones’ main collection. A formal shoe that is the style of choice for the discerning gentleman, this monk strap has been crafted from the finest antique calf leather with a Goodyear welted leather sole. The C&J Lowndes is available in Dark Brown Burnished and Black Calf.

Molton Brown Re-charge Black Pepper EDT: £39 - An iconic spicy black pepper fragrance enhanced in a rousing eau de toilette with more natural notes for an intense, sophisticated and longer-lasting scent. Invigorate your senses with the unmistakable scent of this enhanced eau de toilette. The perfect balance of warm and fresh notes blended with a masculine edge.

In this Luxury Valentine's Day Gift Guide for Him and For Her we take inspiration from the Royal Exchange in London.