The month of February is undoubtedly the time for lovers! Many people wait impatiently for February 14 to declare their love for the soul mate they have met. Then, most couples take advantage of this date celebrating love to offer themselves a privileged moment for two.
But a few days away from this very special moment, we are sometimes still looking for the perfect present for our partner at heart. What if we gave you a little help? Follow us in this article, we'll tell you about the origin of Valentine's Day, and we'll give you some ideas to cherish the person who shares your life!
Valentine's Day: origin and legend of February 14
Like many iconic holidays, the origin of Valentine's Day remains somewhat uncertain. However, there are many stories around this day of the year dedicated to love. We wanted to give you a quick summary of the different stories around February 14, and we have ranked them from the least pretty to the most romantic:
- At the time of ancient Rome, traditions were very different from those we know today, and fortunately!
In these ancient times, February 14 and 15 were dedicated to libertine celebrations: the Roman Lupercalia. This event was supposed to boost fertility. To do this, two young men, half naked and dressed in goat skins, went around the city to whip women's stomachs with a piece of leather. This is to make them more fertile or increase the flow of milk in young mothers. To forget the violence of this celebration, it was decided to transform this day into a celebration of love in order to soften this story somewhat.
- Another time, another place: Valentine's Day would fall on February 14 in memory of the priest Valentin de Terni.
The latter took the courage to marry Christians in the greatest secrecy, while the Emperor Claudius II had formally forbidden it. Indeed, the new emperor wanted to requisition all the men to send them to war, so he had made the marriage illicit. The priest Valentin de Terni was arrested, then killed in the public square. To remember the courage and tenacity of the one who dared to defy the Emperor's orders, February 14 became synonymous with love.
- Last origin, and, by far, our favorite: it was in Great Britain, in the 14th century, that the traditional lovers' day was born.
According to an English belief, February 14 is the date when the birds meet for the start of the mating season. A beautiful legend to inaugurate a day completely dedicated to tenderness and passion. Especially when we know that many pairs of birds are completely faithful to each other and stay together throughout their lives.
Find a gift idea for Valentine's Day to surprise his wife
That's it, you're fully in the starting blocks! You only have a few days left until Valentine's Day, but you still haven't found the gift for your sweetheart? Do not panic ! At Wooper, love is super important, so we're going to give you some ideas to satisfy your lover:
- A breakfast made with love that you will present to him when he wakes up: pastries, tea or hot chocolate, fruit juice and small flowers. You can show him that you know his tastes (almost) by heart.
- Treat yourself to an original experience for two: dance lessons, parachute jumping , wine tasting, exhibitions: any pretext is good to go out for a romantic getaway.
- A body care box : she can gently take care of herself and indulge in a moment of relaxation. Perfume, soap, balm: a set of natural products for soft, fragrant skin.
Rest assured, because no matter what present you choose for your darling, the mere fact of being together should already be enough to satisfy you! More and more couples have chosen to consider Valentine's Day as a normal day of the year, and therefore, to offer nothing. However, this does not prevent them from loving each other as on the first day. We are all different, and that is the great strength of love.
💕 The ideal "Made in Wooper" gift for Her and Him: the personalized bracelet ! You can have the word of love you want written on it, then customize it entirely. In this way, the person you love will receive a 100% unique jewel. 💕
Make your man happy for Valentine's Day with an original gift
Would you like to surprise your darling with a unique and original gift?
For you, we stirred our brains and found a list of top gift ideas for this romantic day. Let's go !
- A tree to plant: a gesture full of commitment! You can choose a tree that looks like him or that he likes: if he loves apples or hazelnuts, your choice will be quick 😉. In order to better understand everything caused by tree plantations, we advise you to take a look at the website of an association that we support: Almighty Tree .
- An ethical and responsible watch: by contacting Swiss watchmakers and jewelers, it is certain that you will find what you are looking for. In addition, being a perfect fashion accessory, the watch is the ideal ally to never be late for appointments.
- A shirt designed with love and also ecological materials. Here is a nice and useful gift idea for a next romantic outing or for everyday wear. Many Swiss shops offer alternative and eco-responsible clothing accessible to everyone: it would be a shame to miss out!
Despite our ideas, are you still hesitating to find the perfect gift? Know that it will be exceptional no matter what, because it is you who will have taken the step of looking for this Valentine's Day gift. And if you decide not to offer anything this year, a simple romantic meal in front of a good movie or in the middle of nature in front of a sunset should be enough to make you happy for the evening.
To tell you the truth, we decided to give you gift ideas for women and then for men, but at Wooper we think that there is no difference and that all these alternatives are adaptable for each member of the couple !
So you can dare to make the most original choice, in all cases it is the intention that counts, and we are sure that no matter what surprise you offer, the passion will always be present and intense for everyone. two.
Tell us quickly in the comments your Valentine's Day gift ideas for the person who shares your life. We promise, we keep the secret until February 14! 😉
