Holding a million-dollar bouquet on March 8, I only think about the whole week's market money.

International Women’s Day on March 8 is an occasion for men to express their feelings for their women. However, in difficult economic times, many women want to receive more practical gifts instead of expensive bouquets of flowers.

Big and beautiful bouquets of flowers will not make women happy if they lack practicality - Illustration photo

In difficult times, I would like to give you a small bouquet of flowers.

Ms. Minh Anh (32 years old, Ho Chi Minh City) shared: "Every year, my husband buys a very large bouquet of flowers on March 8. Looking at the bright bouquet, I am very happy, but my heart is filled with thoughts: 'One million VND, how much food can I buy for the whole family for the whole week'.

If possible, I hope he only buys a small bouquet of flowers, and spends the rest on buying something useful or taking the family out for a meal."

Not only Ms. Minh Anh, many other women also admit that they value the thoughtfulness more than the material value of the gift.

Ms. Hong Nhung (28 years old, Hanoi ) confided: "I once told my boyfriend not to buy flowers that are too big, just a symbolic flower branch is enough to make him happy.

What matters is the sincere concern, not the value of the gift, because we are both still renting and saving money for the future."

Similarly, Ms. Thu Trang (36 years old, Da Nang City), who has two young children, also shared a realistic perspective: "I used to hold a bouquet of flowers my husband gave me and only thought about the whole week's grocery money. In the first years, I couldn't bear to say it, but later I frankly told my husband that I only needed a small flower branch, and that I would be much happier if I could use the rest to take care of the family."

The men's clumsy meal on a holiday also moved women - Illustration: DOAN NHAN

Receive love in a simple way

Spending a lot of money on a big bouquet of flowers or a luxurious gift can sometimes be a pressure for men. Simplicity and practicality, on the other hand, make both sides feel comfortable and understand each other better.

Mr. Tuan (30 years old, sales staff, Ho Chi Minh City) shared: "I really appreciate March 8, but honestly, if I have to spend a large amount of money just to buy flowers, it's a bit stressful.

I think sophisticated women will understand that the value of a gift is not in the amount of money spent but in the sincerity. A small bouquet of flowers, a practical gift or even an evening together is meaningful enough."

In difficult economic times, happiness comes from simple and sincere gifts - Illustration: DOAN NHAN

Not only women, many men also admit that if their women are tactful in proactively choosing "economical" gifts, they will feel relieved and less pressured.

Mr. Hoang Nam (35 years old, office worker, Ho Chi Minh City) said: "Before, I used to feel pressured every holiday season because I had to balance my spending, especially on March 8 or Valentine's Day. After receiving a few large bouquets of flowers, my girlfriend gently said that a small bouquet was enough. She understood that the economic times were difficult, and I really appreciated that.

I try to express my feelings in other ways, such as going for a walk together, having a cozy dinner or preparing a more meaningful gift myself."

Giving gifts is to express feelings, but the most important thing is sincerity, because that is the most meaningful gift for women. A small bouquet of flowers, a handwritten card or a home-cooked meal can also make March 8 more complete.

Source: https://tuoitre.vn/cam-bo-hoa-trieu-bac-ngay-8-3-toi-chi-nghi-den-tien-cho-ca-tuan-20250305134022077.htm