Signing letters: "love" or "XX"

[tenshi666]

Hello,
since I am not a native speaker, I wondered if there is a difference between signing a letter or an email with "love" or "XX" and if there are any hidden connotations?
I would be eternally grateful for any explanation!
Regards,
Angela

[Ouisch]

It depends upon the type of letter. You would never sign a business letter "Love." However, if it's correspondence between friends or sweethearts, then "Love" is fine.

An "X" in this case represents a kiss, and would be added after your signature. That is, you'd sign the letter:

Love,
Tenshi
xxx

[tenshi666]

Hi Ouisch,
thanks for your answer. Well, taken it's email between 'friends' and it changes from XX to love, is that a 'downgrade'? Something I should know?
Thanks again,
Angela