Here’s the thing with Valentine’s Day gift guides — they’re always about buying a gift for someone. That’s nice and all, especially when you’re smart enough to find a creative, thoughtful gift that doesn’t cost a ton. But really, doesn’t it feel much more satisfying to spend money on yourself? Being selfish is the ultimate luxury, especially when it comes to splurging on things that you’ve spent months agonizing over. It could be finally owning that beautiful Diptyque candle that makes your apartment smell amazing. Or it could be a cool, weird Prada bag that you know will be your go-to bag for years to come. In the spirit of all things “me, me, ME,” click ahead for 30 ridiculously selfish but wonderful gifts to get yourself.
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Sure, you can get chocolate at a million different places. But considering the meticulous attention to detail Armani places on clothes, you're guarant... Sure, you can get chocolate at a million different places. But considering the meticulous attention to detail Armani places on clothes, you're guaranteed that these will be delicious (and beautiful!).
Because no one understands your lips better than Tom Ford.
The mesmerizing lithographs that accompany each Prada fragrance alone are worth a night in. This scent from the brand's Olfactories collection smells ... The mesmerizing lithographs that accompany each Prada fragrance alone are worth a night in. This scent from the brand's Olfactories collection smells like powdery violet and fresh lipstick.
Instead of restrictive lingerie or schlubby sweatpants, try this sleek slip. It'll make even lying in bed eating and a slice of pizza while watching N... Instead of restrictive lingerie or schlubby sweatpants, try this sleek slip. It'll make even lying in bed eating and a slice of pizza while watching Netflix feel elegant.
For when your perfect Valentine's Day is a glass of wine, a stack of your European fashion magazines, and a great candle — this one smells like r... For when your perfect Valentine's Day is a glass of wine, a stack of your European fashion magazines, and a great candle — this one smells like rosewater, the smoky embers of a new fire, and a touch of lipstick.
Inspired by the Great Barrier Reef, this Hermès scarf would look great tied over a simple white shirt.
Because you want a bucket bag that doesn't look like everyone else's, this black-and-white version is perfect to wear now and with spring dresses.
If you're going to spend a good amount of money on something, a personal piece of jewelry that you can wear every day is probably the smartest purchas... If you're going to spend a good amount of money on something, a personal piece of jewelry that you can wear every day is probably the smartest purchase.
The quirky heart on the bottle alone will make you smile when you look at it, and the warm, bubbly floral scent will make you smile when you see it.&n... The quirky heart on the bottle alone will make you smile when you look at it, and the warm, bubbly floral scent will make you smile when you see it.
Yes, you probably own a few pairs of black pumps already but this one has a weird heel that sets it apart from the others in your closet.
This is the perfect piece to tuck into a skirt or high-waisted jeans without any weird bunching around the waist.
You're either born with Theo James eyebrows or you're not. And if you're not — at the very least, you can smell like his brows.
Take this large luggage, stuff it half full of clothes, and book a full month in Asia. You'll be glad you did.
A rosy cream cheek blush that luxuriously blends into the skin. Opening the silver and gold compact will make you feel fancy even if you're doing your... A rosy cream cheek blush that luxuriously blends into the skin. Opening the silver and gold compact will make you feel fancy even if you're doing your makeup on the subway.
Toss this into the suitcase because you might as well hit every gorgeous beach while on holiday.
They're artsy and not the first thing when you think of when it comes to Tiffany & Co. Which makes it even better when you smugly tell everyone ab... They're artsy and not the first thing when you think of when it comes to Tiffany & Co. Which makes it even better when you smugly tell everyone about them.
This Olympia Le Tan rose-and-lipstick-scented collaboration with Diptyque looks and smells like a valentine to yourself.
Because there's no such thing as owning too much Céline, especially these amazing long earrings that came straight off the spring runway.
No one knows how you want to smell better than you. And you know that you want to smell like the most fragrant, perfect, Queen rose, which perfumer Fr... No one knows how you want to smell better than you. And you know that you want to smell like the most fragrant, perfect, Queen rose, which perfumer Francis Kurkdjian captures in this scent with 250 Grasse roses in each bottle.
The clashing florals at the Coach runway show highlighted just how cool these jackets were. You can try the same look but it would be equally as good ... The clashing florals at the Coach runway show highlighted just how cool these jackets were. You can try the same look but it would be equally as good with jeans and a white t-shirt.
Most pink fragrances smell cloyingly sweet, like a pink cupcake. Only the most sophisticated gift-giver (ahem, you) will get that this fragrance has t... Most pink fragrances smell cloyingly sweet, like a pink cupcake. Only the most sophisticated gift-giver (ahem, you) will get that this fragrance has the elegance and softness of pale-pink marble, a more delicate version of the classic B. Balenciaga.
Pinky rings: the kind of jewelry that says you are the person everyone goes to when they want things to get done.
What? Listen, if you're being selfish, why not spend nearly $2,000 on a tiara if that's what you want? It's your money and no one else can tell you ho... What? Listen, if you're being selfish, why not spend nearly $2,000 on a tiara if that's what you want? It's your money and no one else can tell you how to use it.
When it comes to splurging on a bag, think about the details: This Burberry bag features cool laser-cut leather while still looks professional enough ... When it comes to splurging on a bag, think about the details: This Burberry bag features cool laser-cut leather while still looks professional enough for the office.
On scent message boards, the love for this perfume is so strong that it practically inspires scent fanfiction. It's been described as "utter... On scent message boards, the love for this perfume is so strong that it practically inspires scent fanfiction. It's been described as "utterly addicting" and pure "crack" for people who are fanatical about rose scents. And if that describes you, you, too, can be Serge Luten's La Fille de Berlin.
While all of the beautiful Gucci prints are hard to pass up, if you're thinking long term, this blazer is the best way to blow some cash. It's well-cu... While all of the beautiful Gucci prints are hard to pass up, if you're thinking long term, this blazer is the best way to blow some cash. It's well-cut and classic enough to last for the next decade; plus, you still get some wacky design by way of the lining.
Burberry too classic for you? You could go super-weird with this Prada print.
Many a '90s teen mourned the 2005 discontinuation of Helmut Lang's cultish eau de parfum on fragrance message boards and eBay. Now that it's been reis... Many a '90s teen mourned the 2005 discontinuation of Helmut Lang's cultish eau de parfum on fragrance message boards and eBay. Now that it's been reissued, you can make sure that it never becomes the Scent That Got Away.
Champagne? Ehh, it's great and all but sometimes you want something stronger. This $600 cognac comes in a Baccarat decanter and tastes incredibly smoo... Champagne? Ehh, it's great and all but sometimes you want something stronger. This $600 cognac comes in a Baccarat decanter and tastes incredibly smooth.
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