Women's Day in Ukraine – do they celebrate the holiday?

The holiday of March 8, which has been celebrated by Ukrainians for many years, has recently acquired features of uncertainty. As early as 2021, questions began to be asked: whether to celebrate March 8 at all, whether it should be made a public holiday and a day off.

The narratives intensified with the beginning of full-scale Russian aggression in Ukraine. Taking into account the history of the holiday and the Russian origin of the date of International Women's Day (it was on this day in 1917 that a strike of Russian weavers took place, which turned into a revolution and eventually led to the abdication of the emperor and granting women the right to vote), the issue of relinquishing the relics the Soviet Union and changes in traditions.

It should be noted that you should not abandon the celebration altogether, because March 8, like other dates that appeared in the history of the formation of International Women's Day, is about the idea of ​​emphasizing the value and significance of a woman in the world as an individual, that should not disappear through enemies. It would be nice to start your own Ukrainian holiday of spring and beauty and dedicate it to the beautiful half of humanity. Let it not be state, symbolic, but with respect and honor for the fragile sex.

Currently, there is no official data on the cancellation of the public holiday on March 8 in Ukraine, but in accordance with the conditions of martial law in the country, public holidays have been canceled, so this day in 2023 will be a working day.

What to give for Women's Day – ideas for greetings and gifts

Despite the absence of a day off, women can always be congratulated with warm words and symbolic gifts 💐💙💛 Women's, or as it is also called, spring holiday is a good reason for men and boys to do something nice for the fairer sex. All women and girls receive congratulations: beloved wives, mothers, sisters, grandmothers, daughters, friends, colleagues, kindergarten and school teachers.

For the most part, they get by with holiday greetings, cards, sweets and flowers. Symbols of the holiday are tulips, snowdrops, mimosa, but you can surprise with any bouquet.

You can order at work delivery from restaurants, arrange a small delicious table and carve out an hour of lunch time to sit together in a pleasant company and celebrate Women's Day.

As for gifts on March 8 to their dearest beloved women, here men can consider more expensive options. If you need hints what to give, then here are interesting original ideas for you 🤗

🎁🌷 Gift for mom on March 8:

• If a child wants to congratulate mom, then the best budget gift is a postcard, a drawing, any creative product you make with your own hands. Even a self-prepared breakfast or a simple salad for dinner – it will be quite a pleasure.

• Moms with pleasure will visit a beauty salon or cosmetologist – after all, a respectable age does not prevent you from looking beautiful and well-groomed.

• Tickets to the theater or to a concert.

• A family photo session or a printed album with photos of your shared life moments.

• A comprehensive medical examination with care for your mother's health.

• Course of therapeutic massages.

• Attending a relaxing spa program.

• Books.

• Delicious dinner with home delivery and much more.

🎁🌷 A gift for a girlfriend or wife:

• Beauty salon certificate. Manicure, pedicure, stylish hairstyle, hair coloring, professional make-up – everything related to a well-groomed appearance will be a good gift. For this, Pokupon has prepared the best gift certificates for beauty services with discounts.

• A visit to a cosmetologist. The skin of the face, neck, hands, décolleté needs special attention at any age. Cleansing, peeling, facial massage, complex skin care programs according to its type, rejuvenation procedures depending on age, etc. are always a win-win option.

• Photo session – individual or Love Story.

• Spa program for the body. There are options for two, so you can immerse yourself in carnal pleasure together.

• Jewelry – earrings, bracelet, pendant, ring – is one of the most desirable gifts. Depending on the budget, you can give a product made of gold, silver, or even high-quality jewelry. Usually, on the eve of the holiday, jewelry stores arrange sales, promotions with symbolic or significant discounts.

• Perfume – do you know her favorite scent for sure?

• Underwear – you can even go shopping together.

• A romantic dinner – in a restaurant or on the roof.

• Cosmetic products. It's okay if a man even directly asks what face cream or hair ampoules the girl wants, the main thing is that he shows concern and a desire to give the desired useful gift.

• Stylish accessories and souvenirs: umbrellas, handkerchiefs, gloves, scarves, branded pens, notebooks, thermal mugs, sketchbooks (if the girl draws), scented candles, etc.

• Issue a gift certificate for some entertainment or master class. It can be tickets to the theater or a concert, a make-up lesson for yourself, etc.

• Romantic weekend outside the city. On Pokupon you will always find discounts of up to 50% in the best country complexes and hotels of the Carpathians.

🎁🌷 What to give women colleagues:

• Order pizza to the office.

• Arrange a festive photo zone in the office.

• Master class or training for the team on some women's topics.

• Outbound massage.

• Record a video congratulations on Women's Day.

• Small beauty boxes, for example with hand cream, shower gel, salt bomb and goodies.

• Go to the quest room with the company, etc.

Where to go on March 8

In 2023, Spring Holiday or Women's Day falls on a Wednesday. It used to be an official day off, but due to the martial law in Ukraine, all weekends are canceled and weekdays remain working days.

If you want to treat yourself and get away from the city for a few days, go to Odessa, a suburban complex or in the Carpathians, then it is better to plan a trip for the weekend. Look for offers of the best hotels with discounts of up to 60% on the Pokupon.