Instead of surprising your partner with a picnic, up the ante and gift this gorgeous set instead. Featuring hand-braided wicker and smooth taurillon leather, you’ll transport yourself to the banks of the Seine or the grounds of the Jardin des Tuileries — instead of, you know, the Singapore Botanic Gardens. With waterproof and washable pockets, it’s a sweet package that’s both pretty and practical.

Forget candles — real casanovas know that a diffuser is the best way to sweep someone off their feet. As the scent of the brand’s iconic Saint Germain store wafts through your space, indulge yourselves in the smells of moss, blackcurrant, and fig. Mimicking an hourglass, it also represents two out of the five love languages: quality time and gifts. 

Don’t roll your eyes just yet. This chocolate structure is the brainchild of Janice Wong, Singapore’s queen of desserts. Made of 70% dark chocolate from Sierra Nevada, a mountain range in Colombia, you’ll find hints of jasmine, golden raisins, and honey in this show-stopping gift. Plus, you’ll get to reap your own rewards too — your partner will definitely be open to sharing this.

Quit playing emotional games and go for a more tactile way of signing off your XOXOs. Made of white marble, this traditional paper game gets a luxe update which will rival any stately chess set. With a board and eight playing pieces, it makes for a charming addition to your boo’s coffee table. 

If your beau’s a beer snob, this 12-pack will surely impress. Singapore’s craft beer enthusiasts have curated a selection of top beers and ciders which range from light and crisp to bold and robust. Each can comes with a poem which explains its significance, too. With drinks like these, you and your beau will definitely be up all night.

Forget buying flowers if your love stands the test of time. Flowers don’t last long, and require lots of effort for little reward. Instead, try signalling your commitment to build a life together by creating a Lego bouquet instead. Featuring eight species of wildflower from Welsh poppies to lavender, it’s quite a charming throwback to childhood, leaves a lasting impression on your partner, and sends the message, “I built this for you”. 

If you’ve always thought you and your partner fit together like pieces of a puzzle, this gift will either be a bit on the nose, or a stroke of genius. This commissioned illustration by multidisciplinary Singaporean artist Jont pieces different worlds together. It’s a gift that promises more quality time together, as well; the two of you will have fun putting the bits and pieces together while spotting quirky easter eggs which are hiding in plain sight.

Score extra points in the bedroom with this finger-ring vibrator by homegrown purveyors of pleasure, Genvie. This travel-friendly cutie with 10 varying vibrations is the gift that keeps on giving. Its round contours don’t just mimic that of a whale’s — it also fits snugly in the hand, with its flippers wrapping around your finger. Its tail gives the erogenous zones the workout they deserve. The best part? It looks like a cute paperweight on a nightstand.

Help your partner ace their New Year’s resolution to read more. Get in early on this much-anticipated release by Singaporean author Balli Kaur Jaswal, Now You See Me. Lauded by actress Reese Witherspoon’s book club, the international best-selling author’s newest book will introduce us to three Filipina domestic workers solving a murder in Singapore. While the book won’t arrive by 14 February, the receipt of purchase will — and like any lesson in love, good things come to those who wait.

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