The Significance of Flowers during the Chinese Spring Festival

Chinese Spring Festival, also called Lunar New Year, has more than 4,000 years of history. Being one of the traditional Chinese festivals, it is the grandest and the most important festival for Chinese people. It is also the time for the whole families to get together, which is similar with Christmas Day in the west. Originating during the Shang Dynasty (about 17th – 11th century BC), Spring Festival, which celebrates family reunion, is full of rich and colorful activities, and new hopes with the advent of spring and flowers blossoming. People from different regions and different ethnic groups celebrate it in their unique ways.

Chinese Festival 

Visiting traditional flower markets is a must in the week prior to Chinese New Year. Flowers, traditional Chinese New Year snacks, decorations like chun lianand other items are for sale. These markets are where Chinese stock up on flowers, orange trees, snacks, and decorations for Chinese New Year.

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In Hong Kong, children who are doing poorly in school are taken to walk around the flower market. Through the practice of Mai Lan, it is believed the children will no longer be lazy and work harder in the New Year. Flowers are bought to not only decorate the home but to help unmarried people find lovers or welcome prosperity in the New Year.

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LOVE IS IN THE AIR-GIFT YOUR BELOVED SOMETHING BEWITCHING THIS VALENTINE’S DAY

Fragrances are one of the most popular online Valentine’s gifts to send across to your chosen one on Valentine’s Day. Wearing something so intimate gives a sign of affection and a deep bond. Suiting the personality- perfumes are one of the most romantic and passionate Valentine’s gifts. At the same time, it is important to gift the right perfume and fragrance that suits the personality of the receiver. So make sure you know exactly what your valentine’s taste is when it comes to perfumes.

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Gifting high end fragrances has been an age old custom and receiving and sending perfumes has been a big hit with both men and women through the ages and across the globe.

To get an idea of how powerful fragrance can be, look no further than Empress Josephine, who, legend has it, doused her rooms in her signature musk after Napoleon decided to leave her for the Archduchess of Austria. A note with serious staying power, it lingered long after Josephine departed the premises, ensuring that her ex would be reminded of her every time he stepped foot into her abandoned chambers. That such a tale originates in France should come as no surprise, since, perfumes are as much a part of the French culture as food and wine.

The French have never been afraid of their dark, spicy statement scents but as you move across southern Europe, Mediterranean freshness takes over. Citrus and neroli are typical of the region, which has historically served as a melting pot—the early days of Eastern spice traders and exotic travelers left a permanent mark on the fragrance culture.

In the Middle East, fragrance is so ingrained in the culture as the Persians were the first to use distillation to extract oils from flowers—that residents rarely go a day without it. Many women wear strong perfume all over as a way to symbolize arrival. Where smoldering incense and fragrant teas are omnipresent, strong wood notes are popular—earthy vetiver, sensual oud—and there’s a love of layering. Women normally apply a strong, woodsy base, then layer flowery European perfumes on top. The technique is prevalent in India, too, where base notes like sandalwood and patchouli, used for centuries in religious and beautifying ceremonies, are mixed with sensual floral notes like jasmine.

China, with its many different regions, has varied tastes that tend to correlate with the climate. Woody notes do better in dry Beijing, and fruity florals thrive in warmer Shanghai. People in the hot, humid southern areas prefer refreshing but pungent fragrances. That’s in stark contrast to the Japanese, a more reserved society that eschews the heavy scents of other cultures and prefers delicate, well-balanced fragrances.

European Perfumes

Americans, known for their insatiable appetites love gourmand notes like vanilla and sweet, fruity notes like strawberry. And although fresh, “clean” scents are also typically American, the most popular fragrances in the U.S.A have traditionally been feminine florals. This is no doubt left over from their shared history with the British, who are known for, and still enjoy, English-garden floral notes of rose, lily of the valley, and violet.

The world is getting smaller and the door to experimenting with different fragrances is wide open. So this Valentine’s if you are looking to gift your beloved something truly unique and distinct then along with sending her Valentine’s Roses surprise her with a bottle of her favorite fragrance. No matter which part of the world you are in, you can easily send across perfumes and Valentine’s Day flowers along with heartfelt wishes through online gifting, and make your sweetheart feel extremely special.

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DISTANCE MAKES THE HEART GROW FONDERS

It is said that distance makes the heart grow fonder. This is probably the reason why lovers who are apart spend most of their time thinking about each other. Long distance love and relationships are a part of everyday life for millions of couples across the globe.

 

Technological developments such as WhatsApp, Skype and Face-Time have made it more convenient and affordable for lovers to maintain long distance relationships without racking up long distance phone call charges on their monthly bill.

But when it comes to long distance relationships that span across continents and thousands of miles, planning regular visits to meet your special someone can be financially taxing. 

 In such a situation the best way to show your significant other that he/she is always in your thoughts is to send them heartwarming and thoughtful gifts. Since relationships are primarily driven by emotion, a thoughtful gift can truly touch the heart of your beloved and show them that although they might be out of sight, they are most definitely not out of your mind.

With Valentine’s Day just round the corner everywhere you look, love is in the air. It’s that time of the year again, the time to profess your love for your sweetheart and make your chosen one feel extremely special by bestowing them with heart-stirring gifts. Valentine’s Day is a day for gifting and making your sweetheart feel extremely special. No matter which part of the world you are in, you can easily send across Valentine’s Day gifts and Valentine’s Day flowers along with heartfelt wishes through online gifting.

 

The element of surprise is often underestimated by couples who have known each other for too long. Whether it is a surprise visit or a surprise gift in the mailbox, it shows your partner that you are constantly thinking about them, and in return will make them think of you. So don’t forget to book the perfect gift for your beloved who might be far away this Valentine’s Day and take them by complete surprise.

 A good Valentine’s Day gifting idea is to send your sweetheart a box of individually wrapped chocolates. Each chocolate can be reminder for each day till you see each other next. You can also shower your beloved with multiple gifts such as Soft Toys, Spa Hampers, bewitching Perfumes, Valentine’s Day Roses and more. You can get the multiple gifts wrapped together and delivered as one big package. 

Sending each other meaningful and heartwarming gifts or beautiful ensembles on special days such as Valentine’s can have an amazing impact on the relationship and will surely keep any heart from wandering.

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VIOLET – THE FIVE PETAL VELVETY BLOSSOM

I know a bank whereon the wild thyme blows
Where oxlips and the nodding violet grows
Quite over-canopied with luscious woodbine,
With sweet musk-roses, and with eglantine:

-Midsummer Night’s Dream, Shakespeare

 

Also known as the African Violet, February’s birth flower is the Violet. This beautiful flower is a five-petal velvety blossom that comes in shades of pinks, whites and purples. They also exist as bi-colored flowers, often blue and yellow. Violets have a unique method of reproduction, known as cleistogamy, which means to self-pollinate and are available as a houseplant or garden plant all year round. Baron Walter Von Saint Paul-Illaire is credited with discovering the violet plant in Tanzania in 1892.

                       

Scientific name: Viola odorata
Family: Violaceae

Violets have an interesting history, and the meaning of this flower has evolved with time. Greek legend tells of a nymph named lo, who was beloved by Zeus. To hide her from Hera, his wife, Zeus changed lo into a white cow. When she wept over the taste and texture of the coarse grass, Zeus changed her tears into dainty, sweet smelling violets that only she was permitted to eat.

During the Middle Ages, violets were a symbol for humility and modesty not only because of the blooming habits of the flower but also because of their association with the Virgin Mary. Back in the Victorian era, a Violet flower would symbolize complete faithfulness and a cream Violet would stand as a symbol to take a chance.

Empress Josephine Bonaparte, the first wife of Napoleon Bonaparte loved the scent of violets and thus they became her favorite perfume.  Before Napoleon was exiled in Elba, Josephine died and he picked a bouquet of violets for her grave. When Napoleon died, violets and a lock of Josephine’s hair were found in a locket that he wore.

Violet has a major significance in February, the month of love and romance as it is commonly exchanged on Valentine’s Day amongst lovers along with Valentine’s Day roses. It is also gifted on special occasions such as weddings, engagements and birthdays. If you are looking to send flowers online on Valentine’s Day then send your beloved a bouquet of beautifully bundled violets. Send Valentine’s Day flowers to your loved one and let them know how truly special they are. Violets are a perfect symbol of constancy or devotion and hence make for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift.

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