Who was St Valentine?

 

Valentine’s Day history is shrouded with mystery. One of the theories involves a Roman emperor who banned marriage as he believed it had a negative effect on his soldiers. A priest named Valentine found this unfair, so began to carry out marriages in secret. When the emperor found out, Valentine was jailed and sentenced to death. Before his death (on the 14^th February) he’d fallen in love with the jailer’s daughter and left her a message “from your Valentine”.

 

The Origin of Valentine’s Day

 

Valentine’s day is thought to have descended from an old Roman festival called Lupercalia, celebrating the start of spring. Traditions evolved over time to include the celebration of St Valentine. Valentine’s day is now used to express love towards significant others on February the 14^th in many places around the world.

 

Giving Flowers for Valentine’s

 

Roses are often given on Valentine’s Day as have been used a symbol of secret love since ancient Greece. The Latin expression ‘sub rosa’ actually means something told in secret. It’s worth noting that the colours of roses are associated with various meanings such as; red roses signify passion, yellow for friendship, pink for appreciation, orange for desire and purple for enchantment.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Valentine’s Gifts for Him

 

Don’t forget the man in your life. Often men can be difficult to buy for, so why not try a little luxury this year with a touch of humour. Our gifts for men include include luxury triple milled MR Beard Soaps and Retro Soaps, however we are soon to be expanding this range (so watch this space)!

 

Homemade Valentine’s Gifts

 

Typically, romantic gifts today include fine dining with flowers, jewellery or perfume, which can be expensive. However, if you’re on a budget we believe a little effort goes a long way and it’s true what they say, it’s the thought that counts! A token gift with a homemade card and some heartfelt words should melt any heart. Alternatively, offer your partner some well-deserved pampering with a candlelit bubble bath. Whilst they relax, prepare a home-cooked meal and enjoy with some romantic music. What more could anyone ask for?

 

We hope you have a lovely Valentine’s Day, however if you’re still yet to meet that someone special purely treat yourself this year!