There’s a perennial debate about Valentine’s Day: Is it merely a “Madison Avenue” holiday created to sell cards, candy, and other pedestrian merch, or is it an annual barometer of how much you love someone? Take the latter road this year by ditching the moribund flowers and the mass-produced, New Years’ resolution-destroying candy in lieu of a lush and luxe gift they’ll actually want. And for the people in the back: Eighty-six the heart-shaped jewelry; it’s a loser.
1. SER.O.YA NYC Amanda Sweater; $265; Jolie Jordan Boutique, Mount Kisco; joliejordan.com
2. Italian Leather Bucket Bag; $136; Fleur & Nest, Port Chester; fleurandnestbycarolyndempsey.com
3. Fur Scarf; $68; The Velvet Maple, Larchmont; thevelvetmaple.com
4. Custom “Love” Ring; $725; LoCo Jewels, Chappaqua; @locojewels
Talk about a perfect Valentine’s Day gift! Courtesy of saks.com
5. Bond No. 9 New York, 3.3 oz; $440; Bloomingdale’s, White Plains; bloomingdales.com
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