March 14 is called White Day in Japan. It’s the time when men who’ve been given chocolates by their lover and female friends reciprocate by giving something in return—usually just chocolate nowadays. It wasn’t like that in the past because gifts in return were in the form of marshmallows, which were only in the color white, hence the name.
Times are a-changing, and nowadays not all women love chocolate. So what nonchocolate sweets and gifts can you give to them? Read below for some ideas.
Monthly Subscription Box
Why limit your show of affection in just a few instances the whole year when you can do it every month? One of the many reasons why subscription boxes are popular is their ability to surprise the receiver.
You have the freedom to choose the kind of monthly subscription you want your partner or friend to receive—Japanese candies, cosmetics, plush toys, noodles, and more. You don’t have to worry about any language barrier because accompanying every box is a booklet translated in English that describes the contents.
Trinkets
Fortunately, for every different type of woman, there is a variety of accessories to choose from. You can decide what kind of trinket to get based on the kind of lady she is.
If she is a fan of bags, designer or general, she can appreciate a cute bag charm. Some women may prefer a good scarf while others would love a hair clip. You can also go the jewelry route for your special lady.
Artisan Tea or Coffee
Tea and coffee are some of the simplest delights in life. There are people who find their coffee break or teatime sacred, and the females of your life may be some of them. Make their me time more special by giving them something a bit more than the ordinary, such as artisan tea or coffee. If you remember a brand or item she’s mentioned in the past, gift it to her and see her eyes light up with gratitude.
Custom Photo Album
If you’ve been together long and have a trove of pictures as memories over the years, compile everything in a neat little custom photo book. Single photos are great, but the way they gather dust or fall off from a scrapbook or photo journal is kind of annoying. Save yourselves from that kind of hassle by putting everything in a photo album that you can neatly customize with photos and names at the front and back covers.
Limited Edition Pastries
If you’re baffled by what to get your lady friends, a hot item you can get are limited edition pastries. Some people may not like chocolates, but it doesn’t mean they have sworn off anything sweet entirely. Maybe they favor subtle flavors or something more savory.
Limited edition things don’t last that long, so you better be quick on your toes and find something local that they will appreciate. The effort plus the thought you put into giving these gifts will touch their hearts!
A Handwritten Letter
Suppose you’re broke but you want to give something to your friends. Nothing is more heartfelt than a personally handwritten letter. This is an opportunity for you to tell them how thankful you are for their friendship.
In this day and age of technology, handwritten letters are now considered rare. Giving gifts shouldn’t all be about the monetary value after all. All people need a reminder that they are loved, so a sweet gesture like this is always appreciated.
What gifts did you give on White Day this year? Share it down below.