A self-confessed "sucker" for V-Day, Meghan Markle's Valentine's Day wishlist is just as relevant today as it was when she posted it on her lifestyle blog The Tig.
Before she became the Duchess of Sussex, the Suits actress regularly shared her favorite recipes, fashion labels and beauty products on the site. Even though she closed The Tig after joining the Royal Family, some articles are still accessible to the public. Among them, this one where Markle gushes:
"Without fail, every February 14th, I wake up feeling like I'm immersed in a Robert Doisneau photo, waiting with bated breath to be dipped into a kiss. This is all happening in black and white, of course. And in Paris, if I had my way. But delusions of francophile grandeur aside, Valentine's Day is special wherever you happen to find yourself. And in terms of gifts, be it breakfast in bed, a sweet love note, or a single flower (because we can't always get our hands on Taylor Tomassi Hill bouquets), it really is the thought that counts.
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Meghan's V-Day gift guide
Meghan's guide to buying Valentine's Day gifts for both men and women follows -check out her picks below.
Jo Malone Wild Bluebell Cologne
"There are two fragrances I wear religiously, and this is one of them," Meghan says on her blog. "It’s fresh and light and lingers in that ladylike way. Prepare for compliments galore."
(opens in new tab)"Ladylike" lingerie
The Duchess of Sussex suggests avoiding "in-your-face bright red push-up bras and the like," and opting for something more "understated and ladylike" instead.
![La Perla Fall In Love Cotton-Blend Leavers Lace and Stretch-Tulle Underwired Bra, $365 [£285], Net-A-Porter](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qhfc6d4CYYih8NMvMveCaK-200-100.jpg "La Perla Fall In Love Cotton-Blend Leavers Lace and Stretch-Tulle Underwired Bra, $365 [£285], Net-A-Porter")
(opens in new tab)Desmond & Dempsey Sansindo Tiger Print Monogrammed Pyjama Set
Markle recommends a monogrammed set of PJs from Mark & Graham if you're shopping for one of your single girlfriends —"because getting comfy and cuddling up around the fire isn’t just for you and a significant other." Desmond & Dempsey is another great option for monogrammed loungewear.
![Desmond & Dempsey Sansindo Tiger Print Monogrammed Pyjama Set, $185 [£150]](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/s3N6A7YXFRfpU9n67cpkUQ-200-100.jpg "Desmond & Dempsey Sansindo Tiger Print Monogrammed Pyjama Set, $185 [£150]")
(opens in new tab)Happy Socks Argyle Socks
"Every man needs help upping his sock game," the Duchess writes, "so grab him a traditionally patterned pair with a colorful, happy (yes, pun intended) twist."
![Happy Socks Argyle Socks, $9.80 [£11.95]](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/M6fVmkW5xDLpVXLfu5Mo7V-200-100.jpg "Happy Socks Argyle Socks, $9.80 [£11.95]")
(opens in new tab)Tatcha The Starter Ritual Set
Meghan is a known Tatcha fan, so it's hardly surprising that she suggests gifting this two-week trial kit, filled with some of her "absolute favorite products" for "glowing, poreless skin". Included is a camellia cleansing oil, rice-based exfoliator, essence, eye cream and cult moisturizer The Water Cream.
(opens in new tab)LSTN Headphones
Meghan praises these headphones for being "uber-cool," and for giving a portion of their proceeds "to such a good cause" in the form of hearing aids.
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