Gift Focus - Nov/Dec 2017 (Issue 104)

Celebrate the romance of Walt Disney’s Beauty and the Beast with this beautiful enchanted rose necklace from Disney by Couture Kingdom (RRP £85). Perfect for Valentine’s Day, this 14ct gold-plated necklace features an enamelled red rose inside the pendant, which is a real glass bell-jar. This long necklace features an engraved message on the base which reads ‘Until the Last Petal Falls’, paying homage to the classic story of an enduring love without bounds. The necklace may be complemented with other accessories from this popular collection which includes bracelets, rings and earrings in gold, white gold and rose gold plating, all inspired by this Tale as Old as Time . Couture Kingdom UK is a supplier of officially licensed, premium Disney fashion jewellery for all ages. The magical collections feature favourite Disney movies and characters and retail from £18 to £95. T: +44 (0)121 314 6564 couturekingdom.co.uk/wholesale Chocolates have been synonymous with Valentine’s Day in the UK since the mid- 19 th Century, where Richard Cadbury launched decorated boxes of chocolates to be given as gifts to loved ones on February 14 th . Some 170 years on, and this now traditional act is as strong as ever. Signature Gifts has taken this huge consumer favourite, and given it a modern twist, having added a bottle of fine Italian prosecco to a gorgeous selection of chocolate truffles, elegantly presented in a luxury satin-lined black gift box. The Valentine-themed bottle label can also be personalised with a loved one’s name of up to 25 characters, and a personal message of up to two lines of 40 characters. This bespoke touch will make the recipient feel extra special and loved, on what is the most romantic day of the year. The suggested retail price is £42.50. T: +44 (0)1582 464 809 signature-gifts.co.uk Jewellery is an appreciated, everlasting and personal gift for a man to buy on Valentine’s Day, and an affordable alternative to clichéd, and short-lived, red roses. Miss Milly offers contemporary twists on this traditional gift item with a variety of flower and heart pieces in a range of colours and finishes. With branded gift packaging available it is possible to stock a beautiful range of present- ready Valentine’s jewellery with RRPs under £20. Look at the flagship Floria Collection for both pastel and bright colours from traditional reds and pinks to more contemporary teals and purples, with tactile powder coated, resin and enamel finishes. And the Amora Collection features stylish, matt silver-plated and gold- plated hearts, flowers and lovebirds. +44 (0)1905 622 509 missmilly.co.uk Best Kept Secrets has introduced four brand new candles to suit your romantic customers. Choose from the Just Because range – I Love You, Love You To The Moon & Back, Be Mine or Happy Valentine’s Day. Best Kept Secrets even says that if for some strange reason you don’t sell them all, the company will send you new labels for Mothering Sunday – no risk! T: +44 (0)1670 512 222 bestkeptsecrets.co.uk How do I love thee? Let me count the ways Tribal Steel from Midhaven can help you say it! Maybe say it with flowers? Although slightly predicable and not great value in February. Better still, say it with a Tribal Steel bracelet that she (or he) really lusts after and lasts longer than roses. Tribal Steel has a choice of more than 20 heart bracelets in many colours and in assorted sizes. Perfect just as they are, or you can engrave words of love – if your heart desires. T: +44 (0)1299 851 513 midhaven.co.uk 34 giftfocus fromme to you