February 2019

Feb 12

Ten ways to say ‘I Love You’

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This month, we celebrate some of the best Valentines gifts that the arcade has to offer. Here are ten ways to say ‘Je t’aime’ (without actually having to say anything).

Antique Jewellery & Watches.

Piccadilly Jewellers have been one of the arcade's longest-standing residents, taking you back to a place in time when jewellery was precious, romance was alive, and nobody said 'I love you' with an emoji.

An Adventure.

Is your other half an adventurous soul? Why not grab them something from Cotswold Outdoor and then smooch them on the summit of the Worcestershire Beacon?

Hand-made gifts.

Smithsonia is one of Birmingham's best loved independent artisanal and independent gift and card shops. Grab something truly personal (and score some serious brownie points).

Bespoke Silver

The talented folks at Onyx have a workshop on-site, so you can get that individually designed piece, engraving, or custom addition.

A neat, modern cut.

David Sturgeon and his team at Shepherds know how to coiffure a head. You can also buy your beau a wet-shave, and some impeccable grooming products (provided that he's been a good boy, of course).

Better Coffee.

For many of us, it's the first thing we do every day. For coffee-making paraphernalia, Faculty have you covered. V60s (the coffee-maker, not the Volvo), aero-presses and beautiful beans, meaning your caffeine-fiend of a significant other can start the day properly.

Sexy spectacles.

Few people do it better than the folks at Piccadilly Opticians. They won't let you leave without functional, and stylish eyewear. Also, your other half will be able to see you better. Win!

Better hands (and feet, and brows, and lashes).

If you really want to make that special lady happy, why not treat her to some serious pampering. She deserves it. And nobody does it better than the smiley technicians at Marco Benito.

A Bouquet.

I'm going to go out on a limb here gentlemen. Whatever you choose to do for V-day, make sure it comes with a side of flowers. And don't buy them from a wheelbarrow. She'll know. Grab her something stunning from Petals of Piccadilly.

A night on the tiles.

Get dressed up, Go to Be At One, stand at the bar with your other half and drink responsibly, safe and smug in the knowledge that they're the one for you. Then dance to B*witched and give them a smooch.