Go Eco for Valentines

by Naomi

Valentine's Day is almost upon us so for all you lovebirds, here are some Love-themed gift ideas!

Eco & ethical valentines gifts for girls:

Celebrate the day with some bubbles! Vintage Roots offers a selection of organic and vegan Champagne, such as this AOC Champagne Carte d'Or for £21.75. Team with some yummy Divine chocolate hearts or a hamper for maximum impact.

Underwear is always a great choice, so check out Knickers In A Box, or Enamore for some beautiful creations. For the girl that loves designer, Stella McCartney has a super-cute selection of Fruits of the Week Knickers, (pictured, around $200.)

Thinking of popping the question? Issues surrounding the manufacture of fine jewellery are some of the most pressing (mining can be environmentally destructive and I'm sure you have heard of the problems surrounding conflict diamonds) so make a stand and go for a ring that is both beautiful and guilt-free.

Fairtrade jeweller CRED offers designs that are contemporary and conflict free:

Pictured is the Oval Ruby Trilogy Ring (£1,555), Brilliant Ruby Trilogy Ring (£1,130) and the Teal Sapphire Trilogy Ring (£1,230). Other conflict-free designs can be found at Brilliant Earth and James Allen. Vintage rings are a good option environmentally and offer old-fashioned glamour. Adin has a great selection of gorgeous pieces.

For the boys...

This pure wool Kile jumper by Komodo (right) will help keep Jack Frost at bay, and will be an investment with wool tipped to be the fabric of Autumn/Winter 2010! Down from £97 to £58 grab one while you can! This bag by Hug (left) is made from recycled tyres and offers an understated edge to the traditional 'Man-Bag' (£55). Quail also offers some stylish shirts that are Fairtrade, organic cotton and manufactured in the UK. Priced between £45 and £55 they won't leave too much of a dent in your going-out fund either!

If you want to treat your man and put on a show, check out Organic Pleasures, a pioneer in eco-luxe eroticism! It offers ideas from the nice to the naughty, such as these seamed stockings for £5.75 which are made in the EU.Betsy La Belle offers some gorgeous Burlesque-inspired treats such as these nipple tassels which are locally handmade - ooh la la!

Last but by no means least, for the male valentine that likes to be pampered Green People have created this gift set, containing face wash, shave gel and moisturiser which is free from artificial fragrances, SLS/SLES and parabens. Priced at £28 it can be bought at Ascension.