Original International Women's Day Gifts

Did you know that International Women's Day is celebrated every year on 8 March? It is the perfect important day to express your appreciation to all women worldwide and to highlight someone in your life and surprise them with a gift in celebration of this official holiday.

How did International Women's Day originate?

International Women's Day originated in the struggle for women's rights and equal opportunities. It started as a feminist movement at the beginning of the 20th century, when women from different backgrounds worldwide started demonstrations and started standing up for their women's suffrage, equal employment rights and freedom. It was celebrated for the first time by the United Nations in 1975.

In the following years, International Women's Day spread to all countries, with women from different cultures and backgrounds coming together to show solidarity and fight for their rights. Today, International Women's Day has been declared an official holiday on March 8th that is celebrated with feasts, lectures, marches and other activities that honour women's achievements and draw attention to the ongoing struggle for gender equality.

Why is International Women's Day on 8 March?

On 8 March 1908, protests were held in New York by women's organisations against poor working conditions, low wages and the lack of voting rights. This strike became a crucial turning point in the history of the women's movement in the United States. A year later, International Women's Day was officially proposed in Copenhagen at the International Women's Conference. Here, it was proposed to the government to dedicate a specific day each year to celebrate women's achievements. The proposal was received with enthusiasm by political parties and in the following years, the idea of International Women's day spread around the world, bringing women and men together to fight for equal rights, voting and labour rights?

Since then, 8 March has become a symbolic day of solidarity and action, when people around the world come together to celebrate the progress made in gender equality, agreements, and to draw attention to the challenges that remain. Ultimately, this date came as a symbol of strength, resilience and determination of women around the world. It reminds us that the struggle for unity continues and that we continue to work together to build a world where women and girls have the freedom, opportunities and respect they deserve.

How can you celebrate International Women's Day?

International Women's Day can be celebrated in different ways with several activities, depending on personal preferences and interests. We give you various ways to celebrate International Women's Day on 8 March:

1. Attend events: Join local events and attend gatherings in this theme, such as lectures or workshops or an exhibition organised to celebrate women's achievements and create awareness about gender equality in this society.
2. Self-care and pampering: This day is a perfect opportunity to treat the important woman in your life with a self-care day. Go to the spa, buy a bunch of flowers or enjoy a quiet evening at home with a movie or a good book in the theme of women. Or give her a day out to celebrate International Women's Day with her friends!
3. Empower with gifts: Surprise the women in your life with unique and personalised gifts that highlight their power. Of course, you don't have to give gifts to all the women in your life on this holiday. You could instead use International Women's Day to reflect, send a message to someone or support a women's organisation that is important to you.

Gift Ideas for International Women's Day

Are you looking for an original gift to spoil a woman in your life on International Women's Day? We give you 5 original gift ideas to continue the tradition and spoil the important women in your life on 8 March:

• Candle in glass with photo: Surprise her with a beautiful candle on which you can have a photo of your choice printed. Every time she lights the candle, she will be reminded of this special moment.
• Chocolate hearts: Treat her to delicious chocolates with your own photo. This sweet treat is sure to make her smile and let her know how much you care.
• Roses: Roses are a popular choice for International Women's Day as they show a tangible expression of respect, love and appreciation for the important women in our lives. YourSurprise also offers the option to send your flower gift directly to the recipient's address and add a free card. Don't forget to mention what she means to you!
• Cuddle Bear: Give her a soft cuddle buddy with an adorable cuddle bear. This soft and fluffy bear is not only lovingly made, but can also be personalised with a photo or text of your choice.
• Kimono with name: Give her the gift of luxury and comfort with a kimono personalised just for her. Add her name for an extra touch and make her feel like a special woman every day.

Want to go for a different gift on International Women's Day? Then check out our gift ideas for her and find the perfect gift for her on 8 March!

How do we celebrate International Women's Day around the world?

International Women's Day is celebrated in many ways around the world on 8 March. It varies from country to country and may also be celebrated differently within each country. This day is dedicated to celebrating the achievements, strength and resilience of female icons. In different countries, various events and activities are organised on International Women's Day to celebrate women's contributions to society and draw attention to this equality.

From exhibitions to workshops, conferences and cultural performances, everywhere this day is made special on March 8. What unites these celebrations around the world is the message of solidarity and empowerment. Women of all backgrounds come together to support, inspire and fight together for a world where all women and men are equal. It is a day of reflection, celebration and action, encouraging women to stand up for women's history and now.

At YourSurprise, we embrace the spirit of International Women's Day by expressing our appreciation for all women worldwide. With our personalised gifts, we aim to contribute to on 8 March by celebrating these themes. International Women's Day is a day to honour and insinuate.

Personalised gifts to surprise the woman in your life on International Women's Day

Are you looking for an original gift for an important woman in your life? At YourSurprise you will find a wide range of gifts that you can personalise with your own photo and/or text to surprise the women in your life on 8 March on International Women's Day.