The OUTlook, a weekly newsletter about LGBTQ+ business, labor and workplace equality from Qnotes.
Good evening, everyone, and happy Tuesday! My name is Taylor, and I am here with this week’s OUTlook, the weekly business newsletter from Qnotes Carolinas.
This week, I want to talk about all things Valentine’s Day! The holiday is one where Americans spend the most money, with 2024 projections stating just under $26 billion will be spent on Valentine’s Day centric stuff.
In honor of the love themed holiday, Qnotes created a three-story series about Valentine’s Day goodies: flowers, chocolates and something a little…spicy.
You can read more below.
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Valentine’s Day for Girls, Gays and Theys: floral gifts and their history
In this first installation of a three-part series for Valentine’s Day, we’re taking a look at distinct aspects of the annual romantic celebration. One of the most famous traditions associated with Valentine’s Day is the exchange of flowers, most specifically red roses. […]
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Valentine’s Day for Girls, Gays and Theys: how chocolate became a Valentine’s Day treat
In this second installation of a three-part series for Valentine’s Day, we’re continuing our look at distinct aspects of the annual celebration of love and romance. The first written record […]
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Valentine’s Day for Girls, Gays and Theys: the history of flirty fun and sex toys
In this third and final installation of our three-part series for Valentine’s Day, we’re wrapping up our dive into aspects of the annual romantic celebration. While Valentine’s Day is often associated with love and romance, there is a slightly naughtier, lust-filled side to the holiday. Whether you call it coitus, hanky panky, intercourse, or what […]
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