The perfect Valentine's Day gifts for the bride-to-be
From accessories to jewellery, gift her with these perfect pieces that are fabulous for the big day too.
By Michelle Lee -
Whether she's team pink or team red, she'll love how Lancome's L’ABSOLU ROUGE lipsticks get her pout looking kissable and picture-ready, thanks to moisture-boosting Pro-Xylane and antioxidant-rich Vitamin E.
Two iconic shades get a playful Valentine's Day revamp: A vivid pink in 368 Rose Lancôme (Cream) and a deep romantic red, in 176 Soir (Cream).
$49 each, at Lancome counters.
See also: 9 SHADES OF PINK LIPSTICKS PERFECT FOR ASIAN BRIDES
Get her glow on with Guerlain's new Morning Love collection that's all about a fresh and radiant spring time look. The star product, the Guerlain Meteorites Highlighter Duo is a lovely illuminating palette with two complementing shades: pearly pink and soft lilac to deliver a sophisticated glow.
The Guerlain Météorites Highlighter Duo (SGD98), Guerlain Kit Coloré (SGD77) and Guerlain KISSKISS Creamy Shaping Lip Colour (SGD52) is available at Guerlain counters at selected major departmental stores and Sephora stores.
If there's any day a bride wants to put her best face forward, it'll be her wedding day.
The Facial Hydro Gel Mask (bottom) from Canvas delivers a fusion of essential oils and rose extracts deep into the skin's layers to maintain skin’s optimum moisture levels and restore radiance. It soothes skin irritations, regenerates skin cells and balances sebum production for a healthy glow.
Available at www.canvasbeauty.com.sg.
See also: 8 EFFECTIVE HABITS FOR CLEARER, HEALTHY WEDDING DAY SKIN
Pantone's hottest colour of the year, Living Coral's a great hue to brighten up a bride's complexion. We love the vivacious shade of this Chantecaille lipstick in Larkspur.
$65, from Chantecaille counters at Takashimaya.
If her sartorial aesthetic leans towards a more bohemian or casual chic look, these delicate arm candy will add to her free-spirited style.
14K gold plated bracelets, from $62, from Wanderlust + Co.
She'll love this edgy-meets-glamorous MCM clutch emblazoned with a Swarovski crystal-encrusted heart (inspired by aviator badges) and the Laurel Wings motif to hold all her wedding day essentials.
$2850, available at MCM boutiques.
She'll be considering raising the hemline on the big day just to show off these adorable kicks!
From $49.90, available at Charles and Keith stores and online. Patent Mary Janes are an online exclusive.
Marry your best friend, they say.
The Forevermark Endlea collection, a set of two earrings, three rings and a necklace, is beautifully adorned with world-renowned Forevermark diamonds. Rare, beautiful and responsibly sourced, the signature traits of Forevermark diamonds also signify the preciousness of genuine friendships.
Available at Lee Hwa Jewellery boutiques.
Feminine bows paired with the gentle lustre and soft sheen of perfect white pearls make for delightful pieces she can don on the wedding day and after.
Mikimoto Jeux de Ruban collection, available at Mikimoto boutiques.
Your wife-to-be will be looking fabulous in those getting-ready shots on the morning of your wedding day.
Meng floral-print silk-satin kimono, USD 779.73, available at www.net-a-porter.com.
Whether for Valentine's Day, or for your wedding or honeymoon night, well, let's just say you can thank us later.
Love Stories Love Lacey satin-trimmed stretch-lace soft-cup triangle bra, USD 74, from www.net-a-porter.com.
New York jeweller Tiffany & Co.'s latest Tiffany True engagement ring collection and setting boasts a contoured diamond cut that exposes more surface area for extra sparkle, as well as a sleek architectural design that sits low on the finger for a more contemporary look. Read more about it here.
Available at Tiffany & Co. stores.
Just for Valentine's Day, the Poh Heng Trust diamond solitaire ring now comes in a sleek, modern limited edition rose gold.
Available with a 0.30 carat or 0.50 carat diamond, at all Poh Heng boutiques islandwide.
If she's not big on solitaires, these whimsical sparklers in rose and white gold from Lee Hwa Jewellery's Passion Hearts collection may just win her heart.
Available at Lee Hwa Jewellery boutiques.