Love is in the air at Alfies!

Valentines could be my favourite holiday, what's not to like about showing that special someone that you love them! Here at Alfies we have been searching for some fantastic heart shaped items.

Beautiful Victorian gold bangle from Brooks

Silver and Tortoise shell heart shaped box from Marie Antiques


Victorian gold heart locket from Brooks


Heart shaped compact from The Girl Can't Help It.

Keep your eye on the blog as there will be more Valentines themed posts to come as we look for more gift ideas. What's been your favourite ever Valentines present?

Vintage Valentine's at Alfies

This Valentine's Day Alfies is on hand to help inspire you with some wonderful gift ideas. Move away from those chocolates and step back from those roses. They've all been done before! You need something as original and unique as your loved one... Try these stunning pieces on for size:

Heart-shaped Stool

from Ian Broughton

Vintage Valentine's Cards

from Tin Tin Collectables

Limoges Heart Box and Scent Box

from Hayman & Hayman

1940s Ronson Table Lighter with Seascape Motif

from Tony Durante

Silver Heart-shaped Picture Frame, Birmingham 1896

from Goldsmith & Perris

French Art Nouveau 18ct Gold Heart Locket with Rose-cut Diamonds

from Pari's Jewellery

Or a trip to Alfies could be your Valentine's gift! Pop along the day before with your lucky partner and let them choose something from the 75 plus dealers, exploring the market hand in hand. Once you've found their perfect piece then head upstairs to the Rooftop Restaurant and enjoy a romantic lunch or afternoon tea with some delicious homemade food. Perfect!

For more inspiration check out our Valentine's page on Flickr

And of course there are always our beautiful gift certificates that would put a smile on anyone's face this Valentine's Day: