M&S’s heart glasses are a stunning alternative to Anthropologie’s iconic Valeria coupe – experts say they’re not just for Valentine’s Day

Heart-shaped glassware is all the rage for Valentine’s Day this year, and we’ve spotted a Marks & Spencer alternative to Anthropologie’s £12 Valeria Heart Coupe glass.

Love is in the air again, and this year we’ve seen a huge focus on Valentine’s Day and Galentine’s Day tableware. Heart-shaped glasses are the perfect accompaniment to celebrating the occasion, whether it’s with your lover or loved one, and experts have shared some tricks on how to style romantic glassware long after Valentine’s Day is over.

At Ideal Home, we’re obsessed with these maximalist style coupe glasses. Although the M&S versions may technically be more expensive than Anthropologie at £15, for that price you get two glasses.

With a playful twist, they lean into the kitschy Valentine’s decor trend that’s been floating around this year — and we think they’ll be a perfect fit for your bar cart ideas this February.

Valeria Heart Coupe Glass has a gorgeous iridescent sheen. It’s designed to toast your love, and it’s bound to reflect light as you clink your glasses. Its heart-shaped design is inspired by 1920s champagne decanters and old Hollywood stars, but features a large heart-shaped bowl, a modern take on Art Deco decor.

Priced at £12, the glass is available in two colors – hot pink and pearlescent. However, the glasses are only available to buy individually, meaning if you’re looking to toast for two, it’ll cost you £24 – and that’s where the M&S option comes in.

Despite their lack of the luxurious iridescent sheen, the M&S Heart Coupe glasses are still a great example of Valentine’s Day glassware – and are selling out quickly on the M&S website.

For £15 you can get a set of two glasses, which is half the price of Anthropologie’s Valeria coupe at £7 each. While the Valeria Coupe is the more luxurious option, M&S offers a perfectly worthy (and cheaper) alternative.

How to design heart shaped glasses

Heart-shaped glassware has been popular for years, most notably with Next’s heart-shaped drinking glasses that went viral on TikTok last year. But when the romantic period is over, it seems a shame to put our glasses in the back of the closet to collect dust.

Longevity is key in design now, so when choosing Valentine’s Day pieces, look for bold, whimsical designs that don’t seem exclusively tied to the season. The stunning and unique item will stand out as a statement piece rather than being seen as “just for Valentine’s Day.” “Even if someone recognizes it as a Valentine’s Day product, that just adds to its charm, because it gives the product a story,” says Alisha Allie Rowland, senior interior designer at Redrow.

‘Don’t be afraid to mix fun graphic Valentine’s Day designs with cozy materials; it’s this contrast that creates a fun yet intimate space. Use these elements to add a pop of color to your home.’

Your heart shaped glasses can make an impression all year round. From using them on nights out to adding visual texture to your table top, they are versatile design pieces. Hearts aren’t exclusive to Valentine’s Day, so don’t be shy about celebrating your love (for glassware) all year round.

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