Roses and chocolates for Valentine’s Day? Groundbreaking! Take things to another level by gifting your partner a gift that does more than just tick a box with our ultimate MH Valentine’s Day gift guide.
Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love and intimacy. Certain people see the day as just another date on the calendar. For many others, it’s an opportunity for lovers to demonstrate their love for one another. Meaning that if your gift isn’t up to scratch, Valentine’s Day is going to feel like hell.
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The day itself is a yearly challenge, but it doesn’t need to be. To bring you some relief, we’ve rounded up some of the best products that will satisfy every partner, from the pickiest to the easiest to please.
So that there is the right gift idea for every taste and every budget, we have put together a list of gifts from a wide variety of areas in our gallery.
Gifts for Her
adidas x Ivy Park Trail Collection
adidas and Beyoncé’s IVY PARK announce their latest collaborative collection called PARK TRAIL; a new rule-breaking, trail-blazing expression of performance wear from adidas x IVY PARK. PARK TRAIL is inspired by the resilience of the outdoors, the spirit of the streets, and the possibilities of the future. The collection will be available at Sandton, Mall of Africa, V&A Waterfront, Canal Walk Women’s, Gateway and adidas.co.za on 9th February. Available here.
Montblanc Meisterstück Selection Messenger bag
An elegant companion to carry on her daily adventures, the Meisterstück Selection Messenger bag in croco-embossed leather features the signature design cues inspired by a timeless icon of luxury, the Meisterstück writing instrument. Crafted from soft and matte black leather, the Meisterstück-inspired designs of this companion include nib-shaped zip pulls in vintage palladium and nib-shaped leather detailing. Available here.
Levi’s Mini Icon Tote
Levi’s iconic tote, made fun-sized. Crafted with durable cotton canvas, this mini-sized tote features dual top handles, a main compartment to stash all of your day-to-day essentials and a handy shoulder strap. You’ll forget how you lived without it. Available here.
Samsung Watch5 and Watch5 Pro
The Galaxy Watch5 series offers health enthusiasts fundamental features for fitness and health tracking, plus route planning and sharing. Also, the newest addition to the Galaxy Watch line-up, Galaxy Watch5 Pro offers a customisable iconic design, and it is built with premium materials to make it Samsung’s most durable and feature-packed watch yet, designed to meet the rigorous demands of most active users and outdoor enthusiasts. This new series is set to redefine digital health and wellness for everyone. Available here.
HUAWEI FreeBuds Lipstick
What do you get when exquisite workmanship, unparalleled style and quality sound meet? We won’t drag the guessing game any longer…The all-new HUAWEI FreeBuds Lipstick is a limited-edition pair of earphones that is set to turn heads. Created at Huawei’s aesthetic research centre in Paris, the HUAWEI FreeBuds Lipstick is designed to resemble a lipstick container. Available here.
Louis Vuitton Capucines mini in Scarlet
In this showstopping shade of scarlet, the new Capucines handbag by Louis Vuitton echoes Pantone’s Colour of the Year. This new petite iteration of Maison’s timeless design is sure to up the wardrobe stakes. Get it in-store now.
Gifts for Him
Braun Shavers
Braun’s most advanced shaver yet, the new Series 9 Pro features an innovative shaving head with 5 shaving elements. The uniquely designed Braun foils cut hairs below 0.05mm and the AutoSense technology adjusts the power to your beard’s density—for a close shave even on dense beards. Available here.
Under Armour SUMMERIZED Collection
South Africa’s fitness scene is buzzing with activity and regardless of whether you run to train, do yoga, or train at the gym, you want your gear to be comfortable to not only elevate your training but help you reach those fitness goals this summer. Under Armour has you covered with their new SUMMERIZED collection. Available here.
Garmin
When you’re putting your body to the test you’ll appreciate the AutoSelect mode using SatIQ technology to dynamically determine the GPS mode necessary to maximize battery life without compromising positional accuracy. The rugged design is lightweight to not slow you down, and the light UltraFit band offers a secure, comfortable fit during all of your activities. Available here.
Crocket & Jones Footwear
Crockett & Jones joins an all-star cast in the form of Bolton Footwear’s brand portfolio, which includes Grasshoppers, Bronx and Barker. All competitive prices and made from the highest quality leather and raw materials available. Available here.
Montblanc MB01 Over-Ear Headphones
The Montblanc MB01 Over-Ear Headphones are ideal companions for both work and play. Created with soft leather and comfortable cushioning, these headphones provide an immersive haptic experience thanks to their Active Noise Cancellation feature. Available here.
Stainless-steel zodiac pendant necklace
Galaxy & Co. has recently dropped their latest collection titled, XOXO Galaxy. This range is a collection of everyday essentials, ranging from silver and gold necklaces, rings and earrings. This stainless-steel zodiac pendant necklace is made from stainless steel metal – which makes it durable, hypoallergenic and easy to maintain. Which is the perfect gift for your loved one or even a gift for yourself. Available here.
adidas Sportswear
Born from sport worn for style, today adidas reveals an all-new label–adidas Sportswear. Complementing the brand’s Performance and Originals labels, the new line aims to level up the wearer’s everyday look via a range of fresh fits that use the latest performance technology to bring the same comfort and confidence to every day, as its performance collections have been for athletes, for decades. Available here.
Bentley For Men Azure
Subtle woody, fresh and spicy notes. Bentley for Men Azure makes an immediate impact with a contemporary burst of freshness: the top note is an invigorating stimulating cocktail of fresh citrus, delicious fruity pineapple and the wonderful herbaceous aroma of violet leaves. Available here.
Gifts for Him & Her
Vans Sk8-Hi
One of Vans’ most iconic styles, a wear-everywhere staple and enduring symbol of street culture. Its style and above-the-ankle padding took Skate shoes to the next level. You can never go wrong with a Classic this valentine’s Day as a gift. Available here.
Rayban Shades
Celebrate love in all shades. These can’t go wrong styles can fit any face shape and are a great go-to gift for your loved one. Love comes in all shades and what better way to show someone you care than the gift of sunglasses. Perfect for your significant other, your best friend, your parent, or your sibling, Sunglass Hut has the latest trends for gifting your special someone. Available here.
Bisquit & Dubouché V.S.O.P
A very special cognac that is a true feast for the senses with its intense fruity aromas infused with rich, spicy notes of cinnamon and oak wood. B&D V.S.O.P is an exceptional Cognac made almost exclusively of four crus – Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Fin Bois and Bon Bois. B&D V.S.O.P is slowly matured in French oak barrels for a minimum of 4 years. Discover the flavour of B&D V.S.O.P. This is a perfect drink to end your Valentine’s Day date night. Available here.
The New Galaxy S23 Series
Samsung unveiled their new Galaxy S23 Ultra, S23+ and S23, marking a new era of Galaxy’s ultimate premium phone experience. Samsung Galaxy’s most epic camera gives users more freedom to explore their creativity, like capturing truly cinematic Nightography videos with transformative artificial intelligence (AI). The Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy unleashes a future-ready mobile gaming experience and powerfully sustained gameplay, supported by exclusive chipset enhancements made possible by Samsung’s close collaboration with Qualcomm. Available here.
Bulldog Gin
BULLDOG Gin is a modern premium interpretation of a London Dry Gin, reinvigorating the category by liberating itself from convention and expectation. The smooth flavour in the gin is obtained through a harmonious blend of twelve exotic botanicals, sourced from around the world. Available here.
Sprinkle a little love with Krispy Kreme
Sprinkle the love this Valentine’s Day with Krispy Kreme! There’s a doughnut for every kind of love. Grab yours from today. Available in-store, via Uber Eats and Mr D Food, online orders and participating mini locations. Chillers are only available in-store.
Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial and Nectar Impérial Rosé
With its unmistakable association with the celebration, a bottle of Moët & Chandon will turn any moment into an occasion. From the nearly 280-year-old Grande Maison that brought champagne to the world, the subtly pink-hued Rosé Impérial or Nectar Impérial Rosé with its coral colour and rose gold reflections are right on trend. Available here.
