Valentine’s Day, or Valentine’s Day, is celebrated on 14 February each year. The day is rooted in an ancient tradition of celebrating love and affection, where small, symbolic gifts and letters were used to express feelings. Today, it’s still about focussing on emotions, and the packaging can act as the gift giver’s “love letter” – the first impression that sets the mood and reinforces the message behind the gift.
Who, what and where – a little history of St Valentine’s Day
According to Wikipedia, the Christian celebration of St Valentine’s Day was originally in honour of one or more early Christian saints named Valentin or Valentinus. There are at least two, a priest and a bishop. St Valentine of Terni and St Valentine of Rome are the most famous. From the Middle Ages onwards, love stories probably based on these saints began to flourish.
The best-known legend concerns St Valentine of Rome, who is said to have served under the Roman emperor Claudius II Gothicus, around 270 AD. It says that St Valentine was imprisoned for marrying soldiers and not renouncing Christianity, as Claudius demanded. Before he was executed, Valentin is said to have written a farewell letter to his beloved Julia and signed it “… from your Valentin”. Valentin is also said to have healed the daughter of his jailer, Asterius. The earliest link that connects Valentine with love is made in the poem The Parliament of Birds (latter part of the 14th century) by the British poet Chaucer. The romantic tone of the birds finding a mate spills over to Saint Valentine, who becomes the protector of love.
Create the perfect wrapping with RAJA
At RAJA, we have a wide range of packaging products that can transform your goods into an unforgettable Valentine’s experience. Here are some ideas:
Coloured gift boxes with magnetic closures are a practical and beautiful solution for wrapping. Choose from red, black or off-white boxes, which can be further decorated with ribbons or stickers. These boxes are not only strong and durable, but also an aesthetic experience in their own right.
Our tissue paper is the ideal choice when you want to add a touch of elegance and luxury to your packages. It comes in a wide range of colours, including classic deep red, romantic soft pink and not least gold – a colour that oozes exclusivity and sophistication. The tissue paper is soft and perfect for wrapping jewellery or clothes. It can be easily folded or moulded to create an elegant finish that makes any gift presentable and memorable. With tissue paper, you can take your gift wrapping to a whole new level.
Our glossy gift bags are a great solution when you want to make your parcels extra eye-catching and stylish. Available in red, black or white, they leave a professional and welcoming impression when you hand over a parcel. They are ideal for smaller gifts such as cosmetics, accessories or delicacies. Combine them with silk ribbons or tags to add a personalised touch and create a unique presentation that’s sure to impress.
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Pamper your customers with customised packaging
At RAJA, we understand the importance of creating unique customer experiences, especially on special days like Valentine’s Day. Customised packaging is a fantastic way to make your products even more personal and memorable for your customers. We offer a wide range of packaging solutions that can be customised with your own design, logo or romantic message to suit the occasion.
If you’d like more ideas for creative packaging for Valentine’s Day, you can read more about this in one of these previous posts:
Tips for simple but creative gift wrapping for Valentine’s day
Creative gift wrapping for Valentine’s day
DIY – Simple and creative gift wrapping for Valentine’s day
Feel free to call us on 22 51 40 00 to get a good offer or to hear about the packaging options available for your company. You can also contact us by email or via chat at www.rajapack.no. We look forward to hearing from you!