So who was St. Valentine anyway?
Brittanica says that he came from Italy and there are various stories about him including the legend that he apparently signed a love letter "from your Valentine" giving rise to the practice of sending anonymous Valentines Cards. Along with being the patron saint of love, he is also the patron saint of epiletics and beekeepers! Bet you didn't know that! We certainly didn't.
So whether we're looking for our perfect person or if we're perfectly happy just as we are, our stores have tons of ideas to help us celebrate love on 14th February and find the perfect gift for that perfect person.
So first the card (or cards!") ....
From partners to friends, Card Factory has cards to celebrate all the different kinds of love in your life at the best possible prices and lots of wonderful gift ideas too ....
These cuddly toys from Card Factory are just too adorable to leave on the shelf. Prices range from €5.00 to €20.00.
Chocolate Hearts, Bailey's Strawberries & Cream, Chocolate roses, Lily O'Briens, Love You Toblerones and loads more - but a word of caution - these fly! So best to get them before they're gone.
The Valentines collection from Krispy Kreme featuring: "You Colour My World" - filled with raspberry flavoured kreme, dipped in red icing and topped with bright sprinkles. "I Love You A Choco-Lot" - filles with chocolately kreme, dipped in chocolatey icing and piped with red frosting. "Without You I'd Crumble" - filled with cookie dough kreme and topped with cookie crumb and milk chocolate chips.
Who wouldn't love a trip away?! Take romance to new heights with an enchanting city break or sweep the off their feet with an alluring cruise! And if you're not sure which romantic destination to book, Cassidy Travel gift cards are cupid-approved! Beautifully packaged gift cards start at €50.00 and are valid for 5 years. T&Cs apply.
The perfect look for the perfect night - this layered top from Gerard Ladies Fashion is also available in Jade Green and Royal Blue. Price €38.50.
Flowers? But of course! Check out the fabulous selection of handcrafted bouquets in Dunnes Stores Food Hall.
Perfume is always good! But choose with care. If you know another perfume that they like, tell the amazing people in The Perfume Shop - they'll know another scent that is likely to appeal. And check out their special Valentines Deals like these valid to 14 February 2024 only: Paco Rabanne Olympéa Solar EDP Spray 30ml €49 or Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir Parfum Spray 50ml €65. See below for more offers.
Specially for him from The Perfume Shop - Carolina Herrera Bad Boy Extreme EdP Spray 50ml RRP €90.50 now only €81.00, save €9.50 Image. Stronger with You EDT Spray 50ml €74.00 save €28.00. Paco Rabanne 1 Million EDT Spray 100ml €92.00 save €15.50. These offers valid to 14 February 2024 only.
Heart patterned travel Cosmetic Bag €8.00 from Dunnes Stores
Helen James Considered Grá Mug €5.00 from Dunnes Stores
Womens Long Sleeved Cuffed PJs from Dunnes Stores €12.00
Heart shaped bowl from Flying Tiger - €2.00
Heart emblazoned drinking glass 220ml from Flying Tiger - €2.00#
Novelty Mug 235ml from Flying Tiger - €5.00
Get €10 back on every €70 spent on electrical products in Boots - like this Boots Fitbit Luxe Soft Gold Lunar White €114.99.
This Braun Silk-épil 9 Epilator for long lasting hair removal - from Boots €219.99 with €10 back for each €70 spent on electrical. T&Cs apply.
Aveeno Daily Moisturing Gift Set only €14.99 from Boots
And who doesn't love the gift of shopping? An ILAC Gift Card, available from the kiosk in our Central Mall or to buy online, gives them the choice of so many stores and cafés.
All stock subject to availability and prices correct at time of posting, subject to change.