On October 3rd, the Boyfriend’s Day in Chilea tradition that arrived in the country from Mexico and whose origin dates back first to the countries of Canada and Spain. Like February 14 or any other day of celebration for couples, this holiday aims to make your better half feel special. In this note we tell you more about the origin of this date, as well as the meaning of each flower you choose to give as a gift and some present suggestions.
The tradition of giving flowers is universal, but in Spanish-speaking countries, blue flowers have gained popularity as a symbol of love and affection thanks to the influence of social media, which has played a vital role in the spread of this tradition in recent years. years. This gesture is not only limited to romantic love, but it is also used to express your feelings towards loved ones or someone who is important to you.
Why are blue flowers given in Chile every October 3?
On this day, couples usually give blue flowers to their partners, as a symbol of love, fidelity and commitment. The most popular blue flowers on “Boyfriend’s Day” are:
- Blue water lily: It represents eternity, patience, elegance and innocence.
- Blue hydrangea: It represents eternity, patience, elegance and innocence.
- Blue lobelia: It represents eternity, patience, elegance and innocence.
- Cornflower: expresses pure feelings.
- Blue rose: This particular flower means an unattainable love, but it can also be interpreted as the achievement of a difficult conquest, since it is extremely rare to find this natural color in roses.
However, in recent years, the tradition of giving blue flowers has undergone some changes and we have seen how the typical blue flowers have been replaced with some object of your partner’s preference, ideally blue.
Is October 3 a holiday in Chile?
Unfortunately, this celebration is not considered a holiday in our country, however, there are still six more holidays during 2023, which we invite you to learn about below:
- Monday, October 9: Meeting of Two Worlds
- Friday, October 27: Day of the Evangelical and Protestant Churches
- Wednesday, November 1: All Saints Day
- Friday, December 8: Immaculate Conception
- Sunday, December 17: Exit Plebiscite (voting on the new Constitution)
- Monday December 25: Christmas (Inalienable)
What to give your partner on Boyfriend’s Day?
Here are some ideas to give to your partner on Boyfriend’s Day:
- Blue flowers: A classic tradition that never fails. Above we show you some options.
- A personalized gift: Something that shows her how much you love and value her. Whether it’s from a cup to a piece of clothing with a particular design.
- A shared experience: An activity that you can enjoy together as a romantic weekend getaway.
- A gift that shows your sense of humor: Something that makes her laugh. Here your imagination is your limit and it can be anything that has a unique meaning to you.
National Boyfriend’s Day: a day to celebrate your friends and your partner
He National Boyfriend’s Day It was created as an opportunity for women to show their love and affection for their male partners. However, it’s important to remember that National Girlfriend’s Day was originally created as a way for women to celebrate and hang out with their friends.
With this in mind, we suggest that the National Boyfriend’s Day Don’t limit yourself to romantic partners. It can also be an opportunity to show your appreciation for your friends. So, even if you don’t have a male partner, it doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate this holiday.