If you're in a relationship, you'd know about the added responsibilities for maintaining it- nay, to even flourish it! Reach into your wallet and engage in monetary exchange for gifts! WHAT BETTER WAY TO PUNISH YOUR LOVER THAN WITH MATERIAL GOODS.

(Ahem. Sorry, our inner cynic has been hogtied and tossed in the storeroom. There will be no further outburst of this sort of doubtful frippery.)

In an effort to please the SEO gods, please enjoy this curated Valentine's Day list that will be a boon for him, her and everyone else in-between.

For the 'Gram

It’s really for the nostalgia. The flip phones of the noughties were a vibe; nothing felt quite as satisfying as flipping the phone shut after an infuriating call to make a point. Oppo’s N3 Flip phone will afford you that same experience and more. When you find your Instagram Significant Other wanting, the N3 Flip's industry-leading hinge lets you prop it for that photo moment. When it’s opened, it’s a seamless 6.8-inch screen with brilliant colour and clarity. And when its folded, the vertical cover screen is still functional with a host of basic features.

For the Bling

Originally crafted for the rigours of the polo field by day and later for the nightlife, this reinvented Polo 79 from Piaget is an 18K gold watch (case, bracelet, dial and so-on) that weighs close to 200g. The finish is nice to the touch and the watch measures at 38mm wide and 7.45mm thick. But beneath its opulent exterior is an in-house self-winding 1200P1 calibre to replace the quartz calibre. Never has time felt more opulent.

For the Scent

Penhaligon’s latest Potions and Remedies collection of fragrances is designed with your well-being in mind. Each fragrance is crafted from botanicals that uplift your mood. The flacons themselves are a delight to behold—resembling old-timey potion bottles complete with eye-catching names.

For the Getaway

One of the better gifts is to be sequestered away from the rest of the world. Nestled within the captivating embrace of the Chumphon Archipelago in the Gulf of Thailand, there's a place that allows that: Samujana. Picture it—a collection of 23 enchanting villas, each with its own distinct personality, ranging from cozy one-bedroom hideaways to sprawling eight-bedroom estates. It's as if the very essence of modern Thai architecture has woven itself into every corner, creating a symphony of comfort and style. And they all come with their own private infinity pools.

Sure, the villa staff will tend to your needs but the interactions are minimal. And besides, you don't need to worry about the small stuff like food and cleaning up. Just focus on the time you have with each other.

For the Momento Mori

If you think that the gifts of flowers are cliché, you haven't gotten yourself proper bouquets from The Floral Atelier. Beautifully arranged, these floral festoon, will be the centrepiece of any occasion (except a break-up, the jury's still out on that one). Sure, they will wilt; fall victim to time's merciless grasp but like any relationship, we remember that everything ends so that we are more appreciative of the now.

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