Posts tagged Gifts
2024 Qixi: The Chinese Valentine’s Day Gift Guide 七夕禮物精選

Taking place every year on the seventh day of the seventh month of the Lunar calendar, Qixi falls on Saturday, August 10th this year. To help you find the perfect way to express your love, we’ve curated a selection of exquisite gifts that capture the spirit of this romantic occasion. Scroll down to discover items that will make your Qixi celebration truly unforgettable!

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Crossing Cultures: A Visual Language of Objects

As purveyors of cultural connections, you might often find yourself in a position where you are searching for visually inspiring pieces when decorating your home or office. For many diaspora families, this can become a complex exercise, depending if you are starting with a brand new blank canvas or negotiating with the existing landscape of both clutter and collections already in the space.

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28 Unique Gift Ideas for Qixi Festival, Chinese Valentine’s Day, 2021【七夕禮物指南】

Qixi Festival is known as the original Chinese Valentine’s Day (sometimes referred to as the Double Seventh Festival). It is a celebration of love that was inspired by a legendary myth and romantic tale in the Han dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD), taking place every year on the seventh day of the seventh month of the Lunar calendar. This year, the festival falls on Saturday, August 14th (you're welcome for the timely reminder!). This romantic tale has anchored Chinese lovers for generations. With Qixi upon us, it’s a precious occasion and an opportunity to show your partner how much you care and appreciate them. We have shortlisted some of the most unique gift ideas that are sure to win their hearts, while having some fun with both classics and new arrivals to the scene. Enjoy three categories: for her, for him, and the perfect pairs.

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56+ Fabulous Father's Day Gifts for the Dad Who Has Everything 【2021父親節禮物指南】致爸爸的56+份超酷心思推介

In celebration of Father's Day right around the corner, we curated 56+ fabulous gifts for the amazing fathers in your life — whether it's your own dad, the father of your child, or a friend who has been an inspiring father figure, this is a special day to express appreciation to them. During this pandemic, we may not be able to see this special person, but a little gift will warm their hearts.

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Mother's Day 2021 Gift Guide

In celebration of Mother's Day right around the corner, we hand-selected a collection of gifts for the incredible mothers in your life — whether it's your own mom, the mother of your child, or a friend who has been an inspiring mom model, this is a special day to pamper and recognize them. Especially as provinces across Canada are in extended lockdowns due to the pandemic, sending a gift and seeing each other online might be what many of us are doing this year. From local brands to our brand partners and fashion houses, see which ideas are our top picks this season!

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Wellness Tips to Feel Good & Manage the ‘New Normal’

Bonnie Chan entered Miss Chinese Toronto Pageant and won first runner-up. She later moved to Hong Kong and competed in the Miss Hong Kong, winning second runner-up in 2016. Soon after earning her title, she became a television host in the fast-paced television industry. With everything that is happening today, she created a platform, MindBonnieSoul, to spread encouragement and support for others to be well, especially during these challenging times. We have invited her to share her expert tips on health and wellness for readers to pursue a healthier lifestyle.

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Florasis: Beauty Steeped in Culture《花西子:懷少年初心,敬百年匠心》

Beauty is often thought of as being only skin deep, but the products we are inspired to use are often steeped in culture and craftsmanship. How are Chinese brands growing and expanding into the global market? In this article (link in bio), learn more about the inspiration, culture and business of Florasis, a relatively new and highly successful cosmetic brand. We will discover how it intersects tradition, culture, art and beauty in a way that has captured the hearts of many discerning consumers and the Chinese community globally.

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2021 Lunar New Year Gifting for Kids | 2021 兒童禮物指南

Chinese New Year is one of the most memorable times of the year for children! How the occasion is celebrated shapes their understanding of and pride for their culture and tradition at an early age. Send a gift that shows appreciation for what the occasion celebrates! Take a look and be inspired.

春節是孩子們一年中最期待的節日!好的慶祝方式可以幫助他們加深對中國傳統文化的理解以及建立民族自豪感,今年是特殊的一年,我們為什麼不選擇更獨特的禮物代替紅包去表達節日祝福呢?

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