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Valentine's Day Gift Guide For Her And Him

With the most romantic day of the year upon us, you might feel the pressure to surprise your loved one. Worry not, even the smallest Valentine's Day gift can warm the heart.
Valentines Day love heartsPh Karolina Grabowska 

Find inspiration with our Valentine's Day guide with gift ideas for him and her. Then top it all off with a personal touch for a lasting memory.


Customised Coordinate Jewellery For Him And Her

 Every romance novel starts with a first, captivating page and twists that keep the reader glued page after page. The same goes for love stories. Yours may have started with a fortuitous meeting at your usual café or bus stop. Find the exact coordinates of your spot and celebrate the moment your heart skipped a beat by keeping its memory etched in your heart with an engraved jewel. Engravings are a simple yet effective way to personalise any accessory but coordinates jewellery adds an extra layer of meaning to it. Sally Clay Jewellery a Cambridgeshire-based studio, shows how bracelets and pendants are the perfect base to save your special place and are suitable for both men and women.

Ethical Sweet Treats From The Top British Chocolatier

Hotel chocolat straight from the heart chocolatesPh. Hotel Chocolate

Chocolates are like flowers, probably the most instinctive idea to deliver a message of love and accompany a meaningful gift. However, not all chocolates are the same, so look for quality, ethical approaches and sustainable production. For chocolate that is both sweet and fair, Hotel Chocolat is a safe destination. The British cocoa growers could not miss this Valentine's Day to launch their new seasonal creations, from champagne truffles to love-themed slice bars, hot chocolate mixes and heart selectors. With velvety cocoa and decadent pairings with nuts, salted caramel and red fruits, there is a bite of luxury for every pocket and taste, available online and in stores with prices starting from just £5.45.

Oliver Bonas' Valentine's Edit

 Oliver Bonas Valentines giftsPh. Oliver Bonas

If your loved one sees life with rose-tinted glasses, make her vision even sweeter with more pink and a cascade of hearts. Oliver Bonas has plenty of gift ideas for Valentine's Day which easily double up for Galentine's Day in its distinctive fresh and casually whimsical style. Dainty heart-shaped earrings and ultra-casual knitted jumpers, fashion accessories and home decor in classic red and pink are made with the bubbliest of personalities in mind. Visit the official Oliver Bonas website for an overview of the collection, available to purchase online and in-store with prices starting from £12.50 for the earrings.

Share The Wild Charm Of Scotland With ARRAN Sense Of Scotland

Arran Sense of Scotland Arran Sannox giftingPh. Arran Sense Of Schotland

Combine a practical gift with the sophistication of a spicy fragrance, and you have a gift your partner will wear every day. Sannox is the first man's fragrance launched by ARRAN Sense of Scotland and it is inspired by the tranquil atmosphere of Glen Sannox in the island of Arran. Unfiltered, mineral-rich local water and warm notes of leather, oud and amber create a masculine scent that evokes strength and calmness at the same time. The Sannox eau de parfum (£58) and the Mens Wash Bag (£49), a complete body care set, are the go-to from the collection to invite your loved one to unwind and find inner peace.
Explore Sannox and all the scents from the Isle of Arran online.

Gift Sets For Her Delicate As A Flower With Rituals

If you are looking for a body kit for her that inspires a similar sense of relaxation and sophistication, The Ritual of Sakura gift set can be enjoyed with all the senses. Available in sizes Small to Extra Large, a Ritual of Sakura gift set includes body care products and home fragrances in beautifully presented packaging designed to have a second life. The indulgent textures of the body products and the airy floral scent are made for a gentle spirit. As a B-Corp brand, you can expect ethically sourced ingredients, eco-conscious manufacturing and a strong social responsibility from Rituals. Find The Ritual of Sakura gift sets and the Valentine's Day selection online at the official Rituals website and in stores with prices starting from £27.90 for the Small version.

For Valentine's Day, a milestone worth celebrating together or a genuine "thank you", there is always a gift that conveys your love.

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A Conscious Gift Guide for Father's Day

These sunny days may feel longer but, in a blink of an eye, it will be Father's day. Before it is too late, we have wrapped an ethical gift guide with plenty of ideas to make your dad feel special every day.

Gifts for father's day. Ph. Matthew Hery, BurstPhoto by Matthew Henry, Burst

For our Father's day gift guide 2021 edition, we browsed the net for the most ethical, customisable, and practical ideas for your dad.

Fashions Finest team travelled the globe to find the finest natural ingredients for unprecedented sensorial experiences and ancient secrets to enrich your dad's wellbeing routine to came back to the UK for refined and customisable gift sets. We are sure to make your Father's day 2021 memorable.

Lifestyle And Customisable Gifts

If d.i.y. is not your cup of tea but you still want something unique for your dad, here are some customisable and refined options for you.

Emma Alington

Emma Alington's handmade ceramics, made in the UK

Whether your dad is a tea person or not, you can think about a bespoke container for him and later about his brew. Emma Alington is a synonym for top-quality British ceramics counting a list of well-established partners of the likes of Fortnum & Mason, Missoma, Katie Leamon, Boots and University of the Arts London. Emma Alington established her ceramic studio in Berkshire in 2003, becoming a leading expert in modern luxury ceramics. The beauty of the glossy fine bone china of the 'Classic' range finds a playful twist in her 'Dots' and 'Stripes' ranges. We are sure you will love the customisable options to upgrade your dad's mug with a posh gold rim or with his initials with Emma Alington's online bespoke service. The mug price starts from £20 for the 'Classic' collection.

Historical Newspapers

Historical Newspaper, Newspaper Gift Set for father's day

In the '50s, you would have seen a typical dad sinking in the armchair reading his newspaper and having a sip after work. Newspapers are everyday goods, of course, but we dare you to consider them for a surprising father's day gift idea. Historical Newspapers is the world's largest archive with more than 3 million newspapers going back in time to over 100 years. And then? Find the UK newspaper of your choice and select a meaningful date. Every newspaper can be personalised with the name of the recipient or a special message on the opening page. Not exciting enough? The Newspaper Gift Set is the ultimate idea for father's day: the gift includes your newspaper and a bottle from a selection of single malt or 12-year old whisky, brandy, champagne, red and white wines. Both newspaper and bottle label can be personalised and they are ready to be gifted, presented in a luxury double satin-lined gift box. Starting from £49.99.

Historical Newspapers gift ideas are intriguing and genuinely unique as well as fun to customise.

Taskmaster - The Board Game
Taskmaster - The Board Game for the family, Smyths Toys

Your dad is a big child, in the end. Play with him - and maybe let him win - with Taskmaster (£19.99). Based on BAFTA-winning Channel 4 TV show hosted by Greg Davies and his assistant Little Alex Horne, this board game will bring hours of fun for the whole family, your dad and his friends.

Refocus Bands

Refocus Bands - motivational wristband

A gift and motivation in one. Refocus Bands 'You Got This' wristband (£8) is an original accessory that hides an uplifting message designed for those who 'refuse' to give up.

Find Me A Gift

FindMeAGift Superman Mug Father s day

Do you need a last-minute gift? FindMeAGift has got a funny answer with this 'flying' Superman Mug with Cape (£12.99). This is going to be loved by DC fans and dads with a nice dose of humour.

Skincare

Men do not pay so much attention to their appearance. Absolutely false... especially for those men with a beard to take care and be proud of! A pampering gift for him is more than welcome but we care about what we use. Our choices are multipurpose and sustainable skincare powered with natural ingredients from around the globe.

Aviela

Aviela, sustainable skincare with 100% pure shea butter

Show how much you care about your dad with the 'Nature's Miracle': 100% pure, unrefined shea butter. Aviela, a UK black-owned brand, uses exclusively unrefined shea butter harvested and produced by Women’s Cooperative in Ghana. The handmade process ensures the anti-inflammatory property and its content in nutrients, minerals, and vitamins are as high as found in the pod. We picked some daily essentials for your dad from the Aviela collection: the African Shea Black Soap (£14), with unrefined shea butter and cocoa pod ash, deeply cleanses face and body skin with a final smooth touch. The Pure Shea Butter (£14-30) - a head-to-toe, heavy-duty butter - hydrates and calms even the most sensitive skin. The airy and melting texture delivers a super luscious and pleasant sensation. To conclude this caring set, the Foot Shea Butter (£19) will give instant relief to tired and dry feet. Unrefined shea butter does its magic job with the help of cocoa butter, neem, tea tree, baobab, and sweet almond oils. Pure, simple and effective without parabens, mineral oils and animal-derived products. We love how Aviela takes care of our skin, the environment and the Ghanian community at the heart of this precious butter.

Elemental Herbology

Elemental Herbology, sustainable skincare

Your dad, the tireless man in your early life, needs a well-deserved break. Elemental Herbology thinks about people like him with its ethical ad sustainable skincare collection based on the 5 elements of the traditional Chinese philosophy. The selection that we are going to explore aims to release body and mind from the stress of today's hectic life and to slow down the biological clock. The Lemongrass & Nutmeg Body Wash & Cream Duo (£40) is a 'welcome home' after a long day at work or a gym session. The set reinvigorates at 360° with zesty notes and the warmth of nutmeg and pepper; the formulas are SLS-free and rich in botanicals extracts picked to relax and help circulation. The Muscle Melt Balm (£25) will do the rest for complete relaxation thanks to the anti-inflammatory power of turmeric and the warming action of ginger and ho wood.

Kear

Kear, cruelty-free and natural skincare form Greece

We are in sunny Greece with Kear. For Father's day and the upcoming holiday season, the brand proposes its skincare heroes that are perfect for the post-workout. Kear skincare is infused with Arnica Montana, a flowery plant locally sourced in Greece and known for its anti-inflammatory properties. Find the ancient Greek beauty secrets, like arnica and extra virgin olive oil, in Kear Calm Reviving Body Oil (€40) that soothes and helps circulation with a gentle massage. To get the best for your dad, a shower with Kear Exfoliating Herbal Soap (€5) with almond grain and algae extract with refresh and detox the skin before the invigorating massage. A favourite of ours and a pocket-friendly hero is the Sofi Lip (€5), made with just 5 ingredients and zero nastiness.

Dermatology M

Dermatology M, Chinese medicine-based ethical skincare

Back to China and its millennial knowledge. Dr Mazin Al-Khafaji brought ancient Chinese herbal medicine to the UK three decades ago, where he founded Dermatology M. Traditional principles and ingredients used in Chinese medicine made highly compatible remedies for eczema and everyday staples suitable for the most upset skin. Dermatology M skincare is carefully handmade to protect - condition - care. Invite your dad to have a fresh start to his day with Dermatology M Jin Yin Hua Honeysuckle Cleansing Wash (£42) - a daily soothing and brightening wash free from SLS, SLES, and soap - and Dermatology M Zi Cao Shui Gao Nourishing Cream (£42). This versatile cream nourishes and soothes the skin and can be used on both face and body on a rushed morning. It will wipe away any dryness and itchiness thanks to its anti-inflammatory ingredients and antioxidants, vitamins, and soothing extracts of aloe vera and chamomile.

Ecooking

Ecooking, natural skin and body care for all skin types and genders

Made on Tina's kitchen table, Ecooking skincare started from a deeply personal and skin crisis. Her homemade products, kept refrigerated in repurposed jars and bottles, were so effective that her family and then beauticians started to ask for more. This fast-growing Danish skincare brand targets any skin problem with vegan and organic solutions that are luxurious on the skin but affordable. Your dad will enjoy a multi-tasking oil like Ecooking Beard and Body Oil (€27.50) that can be used to shave, condition skin and beard, and recharge the skin as a serum and his senses with its energetic lemon aroma. Ecooking Body Lotion (€30) is as good as a facial treatment is. This nourishing lotion with organic shea butter contains HA and niacinamide which contribute to smoother, firmer and younger skin. It is suitable for everyone's skin so, please, do not tell your mom!

Art de Parfum

Art de Parfum, luxury and cruelty-free fragrances made in France

Now that your dad is fresh and rested, he can dress up with a fragrance that represents his style and soul. The master parfumiers at Art de Parfum developed some new exclusive fragrances with a concoction of rare ingredients that you cannot find anywhere else.

Signature Wild is the essence of a man. It evokes the primordial strength of Nature with notes recalling earth, leather, and woods. This deeply masculine scent has a dark woody side of amber, leather, and sandalwood with boozy, fruity notes of dried fruits topped with the warm, Oriental and spiced character of cinnamon, cardamom, and Davan distilled oil. A rich, yet balanced and elegant perfume. Le Joker is for an unconventional man; it is the fragrance that really epitomises Art de Parfum connection with artistic expressions. Daring, unexpected, avant-garde. Le Joker plays with contradictory notes and the sense of the unknown. It starts with a warm heart of patchouli and cedarwood, intertwined with fruity and spicy notes of star anise and nutmeg evolving in exotic hints of pink peer, Timur pepper, and elemi. Le Joker will surprise with unedited powdery notes of makeup and cigarettes and salty ambergris. Art de Parfum fragrances start from £114 and are sustainably made in France with only cruelty-free ingredients.

Father's day often takes second place in family celebrations but your dad is still your #1 man and deserves only the best. We hope these ideas will convey all your love elevated with a sense of exclusivity. Come back and check this space to find new gift ideas.

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