Valentine’s day, traditions and curiosities

Valentine's Day, the feast of all lovers in the world, is not just a special moment for couples, but a real celebration of love. Do you have any plans for February 14^th? Maybe you don’t know it, but there are many different Valentine's Day traditions and curiosities worldwide to get inspired.

Let you guide by Nomination Jewellery and choose your special gifts.


The tradition of making gifts on Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s day tradition has very ancient origins and goes back to the Romans. The month of February was the month of rebirth and dedicated to the pagan god Luperculus. In the Middle Ages, in the courtly love tradition, it was common to show demonstrations of love and exchange gifts during this recurrence. This is a custom that has reached also Italy and continues to live through gifts, chocolates, and romantic dates.

Keep traditions of Valentine's Day alive and choose a beautiful parure for your girlfriend! Our Vita collection may be perfect if she is an elegant and refined woman: a necklace to combine with earrings with small hearts and a bracelet.



How do you celebrate Valentine’s day around the world?


How is this special occasion celebrated in the rest of the world?



Valentine’s Day in the United States


In the United States, it is not a feast for couples only, but involves all those who love each other, the entire family , for example. Children at school prepare self-made themed crafts and give small gifts to classmates and teachers.



Valentine's Day in Northern Europe


In Finland and Estonia, February 14th is the "day of friends", and celebrated with friends. Get inspired by this Finnish and Estonian tradition and give a special gift to express your affection to a loved relative or a friend.

If your present is for a woman who believes in indissoluble bonds and loves unique jewellery, then choose from our Infinito collection. The bracelet in steel and Cubic Zirconia featured by two rings intertwined that fit together represents the perfect symbol of a relationship that you want to continue over time. This collection also provides you with a necklace and hoop earrings, perfect for other future presents.



Valentine’s day in UK


The English tradition is to exchange chocolates and flowers, paying particular attention to love cards, written getting inspiration from Anglo-Saxon literature and poetry. Just think of the beautiful verses by Keats, Byron, and Shelley. Here are some Valentine's Day gift ideas to compose your special love card.

For your Man, the Bracelets from our Strong collection may be perfect. The ideal gift for a man with a strong and sincere character: the choice is wide, from the model featured by a long plate to the one with gray or black PVD details.

If you prefer a bracelet that speaks of you and your story, you can opt for the iconic Nomination Composable Collection.

Our composable collections provide you with a line of customizable Links and Charms.

There are numerous Valentine's Tiles, and you are spoiled for choice! Choose the double Link with the inscription “ With Love ” or the one with double hearts with glitter. If you prefer something classic, you can opt for the best message ever: choose our Link with the inscription “I Love You”, in steel and 375 rose gold.



Valentine's day in France and Spain


In France, Valentine's Day is celebrated with your loved one, while in Spain, the tradition sees the man giving a bouquet of red roses to his partner. It is an ancient and welcome custom, and on this occasion, you may combine it with the most suitable pieces of Valentine's Day jewellery.

You can choose among the silver earring from our SeiMia collection, the rigid bracelet with zircons, and the yellow PVD finish from our Infinito collection up to the heart-shaped ring from our Easy Chic collection, available with white, red, or black zircon pavé.

Valentine's Day in Japan


In Japan, tradition sees women give chocolates to their partners, friends, work colleagues as a sign of friendship. A month later, on March 14th , they celebrate the "White Day", a special recurrence during which men give women white chocolates. In short, regardless of how you want to celebrate it, Nomination wishes everyone a happy Valentine's Day, always sharing our jewellery.