What is the origin of Valentine's Day?
Valentine's Day, a celebration of lovers around the world. Romantic dinners, declarations of love, gifts...
But do you know where these traditions come from?
Although different stories explain the origin of Valentine's Day, it actually began as a libertine celebration during the Roman Lupercalia, February 13-15, at the end of the Roman year, which began on March 1 .
This pagan religious tradition, often culminating in bacchanalia, was countered by Pope Gelasius I in the 5th century by establishing a purification festival for the Blessed Virgin Mary on February 2nd. Romans would parade there by torchlight and candles. This festival would become Candlemas.
But this procession does not prevent the Romans from continuing to participate in the Lupercalia.
Gelasius I therefore decided to celebrate a saint on the eve of the pagan festival, Valentine of Terni, who died on February 14, and established a festival of spiritual love.
But the Pope failed. The Romans adopted the figure of Saint Valentine, whom they also celebrated on February 14th during libertine festivals, and organized love lotteries where the lovebirds were nicknamed Valentine and Valentine.
The celebration of Valentine's Day has evolved over the centuries.
In 15th-century Britain, this day was commemorated as a lovers' festival due to the belief that birds chose February 14 to mate.
Valentine's Day became a commercial holiday in the United States in the mid-19th century, with the sale of cards reminiscent of the small notes exchanged between Valentines.
Then, with the removal of this holiday from the religious calendar in 1969, it became a tradition.
The 20th century marked the end of the religious holiday, and it gradually became the commercial Valentine's Day we know today, but also an additional occasion to celebrate love.
What are the symbols of Valentine's Day gifts?
Gifts given on Valentine's Day are varied and often personalized, but there are some classic and essential ones such as flowers , chocolates and of course, perfume .
Flowers , especially the rose, the flower of love par excellence, with different meanings depending on the color:
The red rose , the favorite flower of Valentine's Day. A timeless expression of love and synonymous with passionate love.
The white rose symbolizes purity, virginity, and innocence. In Christianity, it is the flower of the Virgin Mary, which is why it symbolizes unconditional maternal love.
The pink rose expresses a sweet and tender love.
The yellow rose symbolizes joy and friendship. However, in love, this color is the color of betrayal, so it is not recommended to give it to your other half!
And why not offer mimosa for Valentine's Day?
Despite the symbolism of its yellow color in love, the mimosa with its cute golden yellow pompoms is nevertheless a sublime, appreciated and seasonal flower!
Mimosa expresses more of a message of friendship and tenderness, but it is undeniable that it will immediately brighten up any face towards which it is addressed.
He will celebrate Valentine's Day by adding a touch of originality.
Other classic Valentine's Day gifts are of course jewelry , synonymous with lasting commitment , chocolates , because they bring us back to pleasure,
and perfumes to show affection.
Giving a perfume is a gesture full of delicacy and meaning.
Perfume, a gift of seduction.
A perfume is not just a luxurious gift, it can also be considered an intimate gift.
It can be given to someone to make them feel special and appreciated, but also to show your knowledge of them.
Choose a fragrance that evokes the person you're giving it to. Think about their personality, character, and style, or choose a scent you know they'll appreciate and that reflects their uniqueness.
Giving a gift of perfume is a gesture that demonstrates your interest in the recipient's well-being. A well-chosen fragrance can help improve someone's mood and self-confidence. It enhances, highlights elegance and style, and completes an outfit.
It's also about offering a sensory experience. Perfume can evoke happy memories or create new ones; it transports you to different atmospheres. Perfume leaves an olfactory imprint that remains etched in the memory, transcending seasons and trends, becoming a timeless gift.
Also, a perfume can be used and enjoyed every day. A wise gift to show that you care about their daily happiness.
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How to choose a perfume to give as a gift?
To best choose the perfume, take into account the personality and tastes of the person you are going to give it to.
What is the typical fragrance type? An eau de toilette, a perfume...? A floral, fruity, woody scent...? A light fragrance, or rather a perfume with character?
Enhance the romance and intensity of your intentions with a unique fragrance. Convey emotions of passion, joy, and seduction. It will convey the feeling you want to convey to your partner.
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Make choosing the perfect gift easier by allowing the recipient to discover and try several unique niche fragrances. This will allow them to familiarize themselves with the different scents and choose their favorite.
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