Bhubaneswar: February 14 is the day when boys and girls, men and women express love and affection for their partners.
One way of showing love is to present gifts to partners. Choosing the ‘right’ gift is not an easy task, but many make a genuine effort to buy unique and exclusive gifts to impress his or her partner.
This Valentine’s Day, why not be environmentally conscious in choosing a gift? Eco-friendly gifts and experiences will not only bring joy to your partner but also to the planet.
Here are some gift options which will impress your loved one as well as promote sustainable living:
1. Personalized Jewellery
It’s a classic and meaningful Valentine’s Day present. Be it a necklace engraved with a meaningful message or a set of bracelets bearing each other’s initials, personalized jewellery is a beautiful token of affection.
Try to find jewellery that uses recycled metals and stones. Wood, shells and seeds are some of the natural materials that can be used to craft beautiful pieces of jewellery. Even jute is used to make jewellery now.
2. Sustainable Flowers
Flowers make for a classic, age-old Valentine’s Day gift, but they often have a high carbon footprint. Consider giving a bouquet of sustainable flowers, such as locally grown or organic blooms. You can also opt for a potted plant that will continue to grow and provide beauty for years to come.
3. Sustainable Getaway
A romantic getaway is a beautiful gift for the partner as the couple can escape the hustle and bustle of daily life. And nothing like an eco-friendly experience by spending the day at a local park, taking a nature walk, or be involved with a go green campaign. Participating in a charity event may also be fulfilling for both partners. Such experiences will not only bring the duo closer, but will also make a positive impact on the environment.
4. Vegan Chocolates
A very popular Valentine’s Day gift, several chocolate products, however, infringe environment and animal welfare. You can go for vegan chocolates made from sustainable and organic ingredients, free from artificial flavours and preservatives. There are a large variety of vegan chocolates available in the market to choose from.
5. Reusable Products
Reusable products are both practical and eco-friendly. You can consider gifting your partner a reusable water bottle, shopping bag, or coffee cup which they can use every day. These are gifts which are not only beneficial for the environment, but represent a thoughtful gesture that your partner should appreciate.
