VALENTINE - A special party 
Between history and legend
Valentine's Day is a holiday also strongly felt in Italy and reason probably comes in a tradition linked to a romantic legend. It seems that Valentine's venerable bishop of Terni who lived in the second century, had a marked preference for red roses, which he cultivated in his garden and lovingly gave to engaged couples as a good omen for their future marital union without neglecting to draw attention of the two future spouses on the sharp thorns of the delicate flower.
Rose, queen of flowers
From the intense red of Black Baccarat of sparkling red Great Love to the nostalgic Ingrid Bergman , here are all the most famous and popular red roses for Valentine's Day. What are the long and winding stem or with a twisted stem just as freshly picked from the bush, red roses possess a bewitching charm that can bring a smile to a woman in any situation. Red roses however, have to be especially gifted with grace and elegance, preferring it to be packaged content, as the flower itself is already quite flashy, and always in dozens or in odd numbers.
What do I wear? The Valentine's Day outfit.
Valentine's Day can be a good time to dress nicely, maybe some 'provocative and surprising as our guide. Rules Fashion always require to focus on one particular to avoid the overdress: perfect then a neckline or a deep cleft cheek or even a backless dress, super sexy as long as you do not wear it all together. Shoes or boots with heels instead are essential elements of seduction, of course it should all be dressed with a good dose of humor to not take itself too seriously. Must seasonal stockings Frenchie course alone or over a pair of leggings.
... out to dinner?
Annosa la questione della cena: meglio un posticino romantico o un tète-a-tète casalingo a lume di candela? Nel primo caso meglio scegliere (prenotandolo per tempo!) un tavolo appartato, possibilmente lontano dal gran rumore della sala, magari vicino al camino o ad una finestra che possa mostrare una languida veduta ricca di luci scintillanti. Per un tocco in più il suggerimento è di chiamare lo Chef e concordare un menu speciale facendo preparare i piatti migliori corredati magari da un menu che riporti i nomi dei due fidanzati, qualcosa tipo: “Un San Valentino speciale per Alessia e Stefano”.
... or at home, by candlelight?
If the preference is falling on a romantic date in the home who must therefore juggle home behind the stoves in this ancient art that combines good food and meeting love. Simple recipes (at least not to be cooks), presented with creativity and humor. Careful selection of raw materials and a look at cooking magazines of the month will be the necessary ingredients for the success of the evening. Equipment taken care of that mix different colors and shapes for a very personal style. Password: mix & match!
Gifts and presents
What girl does not expect a gift for Valentine's Day? Small or large a gift from the heart expresses its willingness to think and another to his happiness. Have always been very fortunate to cut the jewelry discreet, tender and romantic, shopping usually favored by men. But today the pair also offer romantic weekend in some poetic goal that could become a thing carved in memory of the moments, or you can point to a day-spa in the afternoon, sharing hugs and massages.
The elegance of nineteenth century Valentine
How wonderful the Valentine! Postcards from the theme of love and romantic cards, sent by the pretenders to the lady you want, since the Victorian era. Questa è infatti una tradizione anglosassone che risale già alla metà del 1800 ma ripresa ancora oggi da fidanzati (e fidanzate) che, pur avvalendosi anche di strumenti più moderni come le Valentine via sms o via e-mail, non disdegnano le antiche usanze. Le Valentine d’epoca rappresentano anche la base per un gran numero di collezioni che permettono di associare la ricerca storica al semplice gusto per il bello ed il romantico. Collezione di cartoline… o di fidanzati?
E se arrivasse la fatidica domanda…
February is considered the last bastion of winter. A waiting period for the coveted spring and then a time full of important resolutions that are looking to the future. And just at the date which marks Valentine's Day we might consider an important task, perhaps for life! You get the engagement ring, complete with a super-romantic proposal, on the day of lovers who can not be the best hope for fairytale wedding!
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