Love, Actually: Our Ultimate Valentine's Day Gift Edit
A Luxe Valentine's Escape with ResortPassSkip the flights and book a five-star retreat right in LA with , where luxury daycations give you access to world-class spas, pools, and wellness experiences—no overnight stay required.Pamper your Valentine with a spa day at The Maybourne Beverly Hills or The Peninsula Beverly Hills, complete with steam rooms, saunas, and serene relaxation lounges. Lounge by the rooftop pool at The Ritz-Carlton Los Angeles, sip cocktails at The West Hollywood EDITION, or soak up city views from a private cabana at JW Marriott L.A. LIVE. Looking for a sleek, modern escape? Conrad Los Angeles offers tranquil spa treatments and a stunning pool deck for the ultimate romantic reset.With easy online booking, seamless check-in, and flexible cancellation, ResortPass makes last-minute luxury effortless. Give the gift of indulgence—just minutes from home.
Love Potions from Shaker & SpoonElevate date night with a Shaker & Spoon subscription, delivering curated cocktail kits with premium ingredients—just add your favorite spirit. Missed a past favorite? Select from available boxes or use make more guides to recreate cocktails at home.From smoky mezcal to classic margaritas, each box turns any night into a mixology experience. Click to explore or start your subscription—because a perfectly crafted drink is always worth toasting to.
A Valentine's Gift for Ski Lovers—Escape to Vail
Surprise your Valentine with a romantic ski weekend in Vail, complete with breathtaking slopes, cozy lodges, and après-ski cocktails by the fire. Find lodging and lift ticket deals here and make it a getaway to remember.
Looking ahead? The is the perfect long-term gift, unlocking 80+ world-class resorts across North America, Europe, Japan, and Australia—so the adventure doesn't end when the weekend does.
Bespoke Bar L.A. in a BoxKeren and Jeffrey Muller have an old fashioned love story: they met in a bar. It was 2002 and Jeffrey as behind it. Now the couple's life has become a bar onto itself with Bespoke Bar L.A. which specializes in high-end homemade mixers coupled with Los Angeles made booze from distilleries like Laurel Canyon Spirits used in their wildly popular espresso martini gift box. Bespoke Bar L.A. don't just provide the booze, but they also act as personal mixologists at private parties with their traveling elegant bar cart.
Wrapped in Love with Hudson GraceBoth Santa Monica and Brentwood saw evacuations during the deadly wildfires, which is where maintains its two brick and mortar stores. Much of their customer base was lost which is why we loved ordering this cozy mohair blanket from their online shop to support them. It's the perfect gift way to snuggle this Valentines Day after a lonnnng start to the new year. They also have adorable Ti Amo plates and matchbooks with how to say 'I love you' in every language.
Clare V for V DayIf your true love is the City of Angels, local brands have you covered for galantines events. Frogtown based designer Clare V has made a T-shirt to raise money for her fellow Angelenos who lost everything because as she says, there is "no Clare V without L.A." L.A. label The Hundreds is replenishing its first run of Love LA tees after the fundraising must-have staple sold out. Both items support wildfire recovery efforts.
Evil Cooks' Tacos for TwoJames Beard-nominated East L.A. chef Alex Garcia has been making innovative Mexican fare for fans at his El Sereno restaurant Evil Cooks since last year and along with partner Elvia, champion their love of dark aesthetics and heavy metal music into everything they do. Their impishly fun Valentines Day offering is no exception. They are still taking orders for their tacos in a heart-shaped box, a perfect way to win over your amor's heart through their stomach.
Sugarfina's Love NotesSugarfina, based in Los Angeles, always has whimsically sweet offerings for Valentine's Day. This year, we recommend their adorable Love Mail Candy Tasting Collection, which harkens back to the days of giving paper valentines at school with yummy surprises inside: 16 mini love letters that open to reveal the brand's gourmet candy flavors (notes correspond to the country the flavor comes from).
Love's a BiatchAvailable at local outlets including Pink Dot on the Sunset Strip and Glendale Liquor, Biatch is a sexy 100% woman-owned tequila brand that's both about the bottle (which will bring glam to any bar top) and what's inside— a smooth smooch of hooch that the creators say, is handcrafted and intentionally made for the woman's palate.
Berry Sweet STIIIZY GoodiesLife is stressful and it can really a take toll on relationships. The gift of relaxation may be the best gift for your boo of all. L.A. cannabis brand STIIIZY has the perfect edibles to try together. With the relaxing powers of cannabinol (CBN) packed into tangy and tart berry-flavored gummies, they promise a long lasting and peaceful high —especially via their new 2:1 THC to CBN combo bites— to enjoy alone or with the one you love.
A Gift Card To Bellacures
Self-care is love! The notable nail salon chain, Bellacures, recently opened their eighth LA location in West Hollywood. What better way to remind your loved one that everyone deserves a little pampering than with a gift card to receive a luxurious manicure or pedicure (or both)?
Sweet Style With New Prada
The fashion icon in your life is probably always looking for new pieces to add to their closet. Win over their love with Prada's new America's Cup sneaker ($895). The fashion house recently debuted the new version of this timeless shoe in 10 colorways, so you're sure to find a color that your fashionista loves.
Dreamy L'AGENCE x Eberjey Sleepwear
L'AGENCE teamed up with Eberjey to create the silk pajama set of your dreams. Made from 100% mulberry silk, your favorite person will always sleep in style with their limited-edition machine washable pajamas. The sleepwear collection ($48-$298) is thermoregulating, biodegradable, and hypoallergenic.
Timeless Tiffany & Co. Jewelry
Cement your love with jewelry that lasts a lifetime. A piece from any Tiffany & Co. collection: Tiffany HardWear, Tiffany T, Tiffany Lock, and Sixteen Stone by Jean Schlumberger—is sure to last as long as your love.
Real Romance With Rolex
There's no better time than now to treat someone you love to a timeless classic. Rolex's recently debuted Oyster Perpetual Day-Date watch is the ultimate gift that's sure to impress anyone in your life.
Valentine Van Cleef & Arpels
The 'Sweet Alhambra heart' pendant featuring carnelian, set in 18K rose gold ($1,740) is clearly perfect for the day that's celebrated with hearts. Residents of the greater LA area can find this special piece at the Van Cleef & Arpels location in Costa Mesa or Beverly Hills.
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