Valentine’s Day is almost upon us and like every year, the days following up to the big day of love have begun. The week of romance begins with what is popularly known as Rose Day and is celebrated on February 7. On this day, lovers exchange roses as a symbol of love. While this gesture has gained immense popularity, do you know how the rose came to symbolise love? According to legend, If one closely follows the letters in the word 'rose', one would realise how they have been arranged so that it will spell Eros, the Greek god of love. And this is how the rose came to be seen as a token of love.
Roses are of various different colours and they each specify different sentiments.
Red roses are usually gifted to convey longing and desire for someone. Over the years it came to be projected as the symbol of love.
White roses signify unity, virtue and the purity of new love.
Yellow roses are given to express feelings of friendship and optimism.
Pink roses are a symbol of elegance and grace and are often given as a token of appreciation or admiration.
An orange rose signifies enthusiasm, passion and gratitude.
So this rose day, make sure you choose the right rose to gift to the right person. Stay tuned for more updates.
