{"title":"Qixi Festival (Chinese Valentine's Day)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQixi Delight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: Enjoy a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eComplimentary Warm Fairy Light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e with a Flower Bouquet Purchase of 85 SGD or more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQixi Festival (七夕节)\/Chinese Valentine's Day: Celebrate Your Love. Qixi Festival celebrates the romantic legend of 2 lovers: Niulang and Zhinü (Cowherd and Weaver Girl). Read more about our \u003ca href=\"#FAQ\"\u003eQixi Festival collection \u003c\/a\u003ehere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- Begin Accordion Snippet --\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\n.so-tab {\n\n    position: relative;\n\n    width: 100%;\n\n    overflow: hidden;\n\n    margin: 25px 0;\n\n  }\n\n  .so-tab label {\n\n    position: relative;\n\n    display: block;\n\n    padding: 0 25px 0 0;\n\n    margin-bottom: 15px;\n\n    line-height: normal;\n\n    cursor: pointer;\n\n  }\n\n  .so-tab input {\n\n    position: absolute;\n\n    opacity: 0;\n\n    z-index: -1;\n\n  }\n\n  .so-tab-content {\n\n    max-height: 0;\n\n    overflow: hidden;\n\n    transition: max-height .35s;\n\n  }\n\n  \/* :checked *\/\n\n  .so-tab input:checked ~ .so-tab-content {\n\n    max-height: none;\n\n  }\n\n  \/* Icon *\/\n\n  .so-tab label::after {\n\n    position: absolute;\n\n    right: 0;\n\n    top: 0;\n\n    display: block;\n\n    -webkit-transition: all .35s;\n\n    -o-transition: all .35s;\n\n    transition: all .35s;\n\n  }\n\n  .so-tab input[type=checkbox] + label::after {\n\n    content: \"+\";\n\n  }\n\n  .so-tab input[type=radio] + label::after {\n\n    content: \"\\25BC\";\n\n  }\n\n  .so-tab input[type=checkbox]:checked + label::after {\n\n    transform: rotate(315deg);\n\n  }\n\n  .so-tab input[type=radio]:checked + label::after {\n\n    transform: rotateX(180deg);\n\n  }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"FAQ\"\u003eQixi Festival Celebration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-accordion-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\" id=\"so-tab-1\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"so-tab-1\"\u003eWhat is Qixi Festival?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQixi Festival is also known as Chinese Valentine's Day. It is a traditional festival that originated from ancient Chinese mythology, which celebrates the annual meeting of two lovers, the Cowherd and Weaver Girl, who are represented by the stars Vega and Altair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\" id=\"so-tab-2\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"so-tab-2\"\u003eWhen is Qixi Festival?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQixi Festival is celebrated on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month in the traditional Chinese calendar, which usually falls in August or September in the Gregorian calendar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\" id=\"so-tab-3\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"so-tab-3\"\u003eHow is Qixi Festival celebrated?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, Qixi Festival is celebrated by young couples who exchange gifts, go on romantic dates, and express their love and devotion to each other. People also decorate their homes with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/flowers\" title=\"Beautiful flowers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eflowers\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and hold various cultural activities such as poetry competitions and folk dances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\" id=\"so-tab-4\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"so-tab-4\"\u003eWhat are some traditional foods for Qixi Festival?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome traditional foods for Qixi Festival include Qiaoguo (a type of melon), Tangyuan (sweet glutinous rice balls), and Zhongzi (sticky rice dumplings).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\" id=\"so-tab-5\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"so-tab-5\"\u003eIs Qixi Festival a public holiday in China?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, Qixi Festival is not a public holiday but it is widely celebrated by people across the country, especially young couples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQixi Festival Gifts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-accordion-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\" id=\"so-tab-6\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"so-tab-6\"\u003eWhat are some traditional gifts for Qixi Festival?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome traditional gifts for Qixi Festival include chocolates, flowers, jewelry, red envelopes filled with money, and handmade crafts. Some modern gifts for Qixi Festival include electronic gadgets, designer clothing, skincare and beauty products, and personalized gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\" id=\"so-tab-7\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"so-tab-7\"\u003eCan I give a gift to someone of the opposite gender for Qixi Festival?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is acceptable to give a gift to someone of the opposite gender for Qixi Festival. However, it is important to consider the appropriateness of the gift and the cultural context. If you are looking for ways to express your affection to you male partner, you should consider giving him practical and meaningful gifts such as books, tickets for his favorite sport or show, a nice watch to remind him of your special day. If you are looking for ways to express your affection to your female partner, consider choosing something romantic such as \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/greeting-cards\" title=\"Greeting cards\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003egreeting cards\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, flowers, jewelry, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/perfume\" title=\"Perfumes in Singapore\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eperfume\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or skincare products. However, the most important thing to remember is that the gift should be a reflection of your love and appreciation for the other person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\" id=\"so-tab-8\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"so-tab-8\"\u003eIs it necessary to give a gift for Qixi Festival?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not necessary to give a gift for Qixi Festival, but it is a common practice to express love and affection towards one's partner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\" id=\"so-tab-9\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"so-tab-9\"\u003eShould I wrap my Qixi Festival gift?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is customary to wrap gifts for Qixi Festival in a decorative and meaningful way. Red wrapping paper with gold accents and symbols of love are commonly used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\" id=\"so-tab-10\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"so-tab-10\"\u003eCan I give a gift card as a Qixi Festival gift?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gift-card\" title=\"Gift card\"\u003egift cards\u003c\/a\u003e are an acceptable Qixi Festival gift, especially if they are for a store or brand that the recipient loves. It is important to personalize the gift card with a thoughtful message or accompanying gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-accordion-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\" id=\"so-tab-11\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"so-tab-11\"\u003eWhat are some unique Qixi Festival gift ideas?\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome unique Qixi Festival gift ideas include creating a personalized photo album or scrapbook, booking a surprise weekend getaway, taking a cooking class together, or arranging a romantic candlelit dinner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrder Qixi Festival Gifts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-accordion-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" name=\"tabs\" id=\"so-tab-16\"\u003e \u003clabel for=\"so-tab-16\"\u003eShop for Festive GIfts Today\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"so-tab-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eIf you are looking for the perfect Qixi Festival gift, check out our range of festive gifts! From traditional to modern, we have something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for chocolates, flowers or something special and unique, we’ve got it all. Shop now and make your loved one feel extra special this Qixi Festival!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur fresh flower bouquets make the perfect Qixi Festival gift. Choose from our selection of colorful \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/roses\" title=\"Rose flowers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eroses\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lily-flower\" title=\"Lily flower\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003elilies\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gerberas-daisies\" title=\"Gerberas daisies\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003edaisies\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to show your love and appreciation. We also have preserved flowers and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/preserved-rose-bucket-bloom-box-%E3%83%90%E3%82%B1%E3%83%84%E3%83%90%E3%83%A9-red\" title=\"Floral bloom boxes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003efloral bloom boxes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e that can serve as an everlasting reminder of your special day. We have\u003ca href=\"\/products\/love-tree\" title=\"Love Trees in Singapore\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e love trees\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aurora-dome-with-light\" title=\"Preserved flowers in a dome\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003epreserved flowers in a dome\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. These arrangements are perfect to display in any space and will serve as a reminder of your love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003ca href=\"\/products\/omakase-preserved\" title=\"Omakase preserved arrangement\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eOmakase preserved arrangements\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e will surely make your loved one's heart flutter. There are a variety of romantic and unique gifts to choose from. From gift boxes to luxurious bouquets, you can find something special for your significant other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s nothing quite like chocolates when it comes to expressing love and appreciation. Our decadent selection of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chocolates\" title=\"Chocolates\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003egourmet chocolates\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are perfect for the to impress your loved one. We offer a variety of flavors and shapes to suit any taste. Nothing says “I love you” like a box of chocolates!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersonalized Gifts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a truly unique and thoughtful gift, check out our selection of personalized gifts! From mugs to photo frames, we have something special that will make your loved one smile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeauty Gift Sets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a gift that keeps on giving, choose one of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/scent-beauty\" title=\"Scent and beauty gift sets\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003escent and beauty gift sets\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. We have curated the perfect selection of skincare and makeup products for her to enjoy all year round. There is something for everyone at our store. Shop now and find the perfect Qixi Festival gift for your loved one! 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