International Women's Day is a global event observed annually on March 8 to honour women's achievements and advocate for their rights and empowerment.
This year's campaign theme; 'Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress' seeks to achieve gender equality by emphasising the importance of investing in women's education and empowerment.
With the world commemorating the special day, here are some thoughtful ideas gathered from various research points on how you can celebrate the women in your life this Women's Day.
Sweet message
Acknowledge the women in your life through a well-crafted message wishing them a great day and a prosperous journey in their womanhood.
While at it, you could highlight their important achievements and strengths throughout the years and all the hurdles they have overcome.
The message could be in text writing or a sweet letter.
Flowers
Selecting a perfect bouquet is a great way to honour the women in your life.
Ranging from tulips to sunflowers and roses, flowers are an everlasting gesture that would warm the hearts of your loved ones.
If you are on a budget, you may as well pluck flowers from different trees within your surrounding area and wrap them beautifully using a wrap of your choice.
Jewellery
A piece of jewellery is a great way of honouring the woman/women in your life.
Ranging from anklets to earrings, necklaces and bangles, gifting a piece of jewellery whether handmade or store bought is an everlasting gesture that will forever be engraved in the minds of your loved ones. (Wink).
To make it extra special, you can choose to customise the pieces with meaningful messages, dates or initials.
Subscriptions and vouchers
You can never go wrong with subscriptions and gift vouchers that align with her interests.
Being the first week of the month, relieving her of some pending bills through gift subscriptions is an ideal way of honouring the women in your life.
Whether it's a flower, book, coffee, delivery or movie subscription, the gesture is an excellent way of celebrating the women in your life.
Retreat
Organising a retreat session that caters to her well-being can be an excellent gift for Women's Day.
You could plan a massage, spa, or yoga date to make her feel special and help her relax after a week of toiling.
Dinner date
Whether it is an indoor date with flowers and decorations or a planned restaurant date, the warm gesture is a great way of honouring the women in your life this Women's Day.
