Luxe gifts for your Valentine, minus the luxe price tag
With February’s red-letter day less than 48 hours away, lucky Cebuanos still have enough time to secure the goods that are sure to melt the heart of their object of affection. They only need to make a beeline for The Mall NUSTAR, where they can check out the selection of luxury stores that redefine elegance and sophistication.
Flowers and chocolates will always be appreciated, but if they really want to make an impression, they could splurge on a branded belt, bangle, bag, or billfold available at The Mall NUSTAR.
Shoppers are spoiled for choice with store after luxury store in the well-appointed mall. If one’s budget for V-Day gifts is between P10,000 and P30,000, one can check out these shops that offer affordable but luxurious items for all the people on your Valentine list.
The adjustable Gancini belts from Ferragamo exude contemporary elegance with an urban twist. Made of calfskin leather, the reversible belts have a natural, grainy texture on one side and a hammered finish on the other. The geometric Gancio buckle has a rippled detail with a central square, signed Ferragamo. A second, two-toned style is slimmer for a more elegant look. They also have a hybrid cardholder that doubles as a key holder.
Loewe also has a two-toned reversible leather belt, the Anagram 2CM, which sports the Spanish brand’s distinct script. The anagram also appears on the small basket and tank top that will delight fans of the brand.
Small leather goods
Highlights from Givenchy’s selection of small leather goods are two kinds of wallets, the medium 4G Liquid Flap and the Trifold 4G Liquid wallets, and a CC card holder. The French brand’s collection of 4G bags combines timeless classics with signature details like the Givenchy chain strap.
At the Burberry store, choose from a compact travel pouch or a cotton twill baseball cap made in Italy—both with the signature Burberry check. There is also a zippered wallet engraved with the brand’s logo if that’s what the recipient prefers.
Saint Laurent has a small envelope wallet in Grain de Poudre leather as well as pearl earrings in metal and a Shadow Saint Laurent card case from the Cassandre collection.
Tory Burch made a name for herself with her Reva ballet flats. This time, the brand offers rose-colored cap-toe ballet flats and ruby-colored sandals as well as a mini flap bag and a zip-around wallet, both from the Kira collection.
For those who prefer something bright and bling-y, Versace has a ribbon hair clip and a Medusa ’95 ring that are sure to catch the eye of viewers. There are also shirts at the shop to choose from, like the embroidered Medusa Milano tee.
Kenzo’s cotton shirts selection are embroidered with the brand’s “Happy Tiger” or dragonfly patterns.
Wrist candy
For more wrist and arm candy, head over to the Off-White store. There is a 100-percent brass bangle with silver finish and a debossed logo, and a camera bag made of smooth lambskin that features the brand’s Arrows motif, a slip pocket at the rear, logo stamp, and silver-tone hardware.
Is the recipient the sporty type? The new low-vulcanized canvas sneakers feature the Arrows motif, leather tag and logo patch at the tongue.
For the constant traveler, Porsche Design carries luggage and accessories including a men’s bag made of premium leather, durable but lightweight trolleys, and sleek shades that deliver exceptional UV protection.
Over at Lacoste, fans of the sporty-casual brand might like the Lora leather messenger bag with its floral design from the archives. It’s small but can carry one’s essentials including keys, cards, and earbuds. For two definite crowd-pleasing gifts, one can’t go wrong with the brand’s Ultralight Pique Movement polo shirt or the Lacoste Original Eau de Parfum.
For another fragrant option, consider UNIVERS, which carries the Astier de Villatte brand. Splash Orange Amere is described as “a fresh whirlwind” with notes of bitter orange and bergamot. Check out the other items in store like the Play x Converse Red Heart Chuck Taylor All Star ’70 with the distinct red heart, or the small tote from Maison Kitsune made of coated canvas and with a patch front pocket and tonal embroidery.
The Mall NUSTAR Resort & Casino is on Kawit Island, Cebu City.
