The best...offbeat Valentine’s Day gifts
Jean Paul Gaultier's gold bar, Lobel’s sweetheart steak, and more
Jean Paul Gaultier Gold Bar
If your valentine is a gold hoarder, add some “designer pedigree” to his next ingot. This one sells at 10 percent above gold’s trading price.
Approx. $1,875, dillongage.com
The Week
Escape your echo chamber. Get the facts behind the news, plus analysis from multiple perspectives.

Sign up for The Week's Free Newsletters
From our morning news briefing to a weekly Good News Newsletter, get the best of The Week delivered directly to your inbox.
From our morning news briefing to a weekly Good News Newsletter, get the best of The Week delivered directly to your inbox.
Source: LATimes.com
Christopher Kane Crepe Biker Jacket
Nothing brightens the season like resort-wear neons. This jacket in a wool-blend crepe could become a “tough yet chic staple” of any woman’s wardrobe.
$1,920, net-a-porter.com
A free daily email with the biggest news stories of the day – and the best features from TheWeek.com
Source: LadyLux.com
The Row Sunglasses
In February, it’s all about striking a balance “between keeping warm and looking chic.” These rose-colored shades have leather earpiece tips and come with a designer case.
$410, therow.com
Source: Vogue.com
Lobel’s Sweetheart Steak
It’s “hard to imagine” a better centerpiece for a romantic Valentine’s dinner—at least for carnivores. This 20-ounce strip is dry-aged for six weeks before shipping.
$65, lobels.com
Source: Forbes.com
Simply Vera Vera Wang Clutch
“Fur is having a moment,” which means “the animal-sensitive” have been warming up to faux fur. The detachable wrist strap on this cuddly clutch increases carrying options.
$44, kohls.com
Source: New York
-
Peter Mandelson called Epstein his 'best pal' in birthday note
Speed Read The UK's ambassador to Washington described the late convicted paedophile as an 'intelligent, sharp-witted man'
-
A Spinal Tap reunion, Thomas Pynchon by way of Paul Thomas Anderson and a harrowing Stephen King adaptation in September movies
the week recommends This month's new releases include 'Spinal Tap II,' 'One Battle After Another' and 'The Long Walk'
-
'Vampire energy' could be causing your electric bill to rise
Under the Radar Wasted energy could account for up to 10% of home use