Oh, these superstitions! In our time, when we are surrounded by stunning technology, and suddenly believe in some ancient pagan signs? However, there are people who can find something frightening in every gift.

They are usually not young. But their younger friends and relatives are forced to reckon with prejudices. Here, for example, are house shoes. The question is: why can’t you give slippers? Below we will look at this misconception on all counts.

From the depths of millennia

The question that has arisen since time immemorial echoes from ancient times: why can’t you give slippers as a gift? People inclined towards mysticism know more than one answer to this question. Such a person will frown if you give him beautiful, warm, cozy slippers from the pure heart. “Do you want my death?” - a completely dumbfounded donor may hear in response to a gift. Especially if the slippers turn out to be white. “I saw you, you know where...” is a common phrase and familiar to everyone.

In the Christian tradition, it was customary to put slippers on the deceased person. It was believed that in such soft shoes he would easily and silently move through the skies. The slippers chosen were white, with soft thin soles, because the sky, unlike the earth, is always clean. Many people know this indispensable attribute of a funeral. An old person who thinks about death, prepares for it and is afraid of it, may regard a gift as a wish for a speedy death and react violently and inappropriately.

Another variant

Other people explain differently why slippers should not be given as a gift. For them it is a symbol of separation. They would never bring such a gift to a near and dear person: “What if it occurs to him to leave his home?”

So it’s better not to take risks and not tempt fate, they believe, and not to make such surprises, first of all, for yourself. After all, at the same time, they care about themselves, their loved one, about how they will suffer if their loved one leaves them. To tell the truth, there is an element of selfishness in this. Therefore, it’s a pity if in the store they pass by beautiful and comfortable slippers. Meanwhile, on February 23, a lot of women, without particularly thinking about choosing a gift, buy either eau de toilette, or shaving foam, or socks, or slippers, and nothing bad happens. It just all depends on our attitude towards the gift. Whatever we put into our heads will happen. Even the ancient Romans spoke about this, that a person will die the death that he destined for himself. This association refers simply to the question of our ideas.

How to give slippers as a gift?

Even the most superstitious person will not refuse to accept cute slippers if the donor demands to symbolically buy them. By demanding a ransom for your gift in the amount of 10 or 5 kopecks, you immediately remove the negative from the gift. Now this is already a fun purchase, even, perhaps, with bargaining. Here the question of why you can’t give slippers will immediately disappear. Signs of a harmful nature, carrying thoughts of death and separation, will cease to act. This is what people think.

Suspicious hint

Nowadays people often don’t register their marriage, they just live together as one small family: you and me. This is visible freedom for a man who does not feel obligated to do anything and does not want to have a stamp in his passport yet, because it will more or less firmly tie him to, perhaps, a temporary soul mate.

Does it make sense to give him a gift in the form of slippers? How will he take it? He can understand that a woman wants to firmly connect him with his home, that is, she is encroaching on his life. And freedom is valuable for everyone. That's why you can't give slippers to a man. It may occur to him to free himself from the shackles that the woman is supposedly trying to impose on him, although this is not at all the case. She wanted to create more comfort and warmth, to give pleasure with a beautiful new thing. This only happens when the relationship is fragile, and over time the couple will break up on its own. At the same time, it is useless when a woman torments herself with various reproaches, including the question: “Why can’t you give slippers? And I did it, and he left my life forever!” She is tormented by a bad omen, although in fact she met an unreliable person. Life wouldn't get better with him even if he had children.

If the relationship is just beginning, then slippers as a gift are highly undesirable. A girl or boy may understand this as an invitation to live together, but some of them are completely unprepared for this.

Why can't you give slippers as a gift?

If you don’t believe in omens, then slippers will be a very good gift, especially if you put something else in them. After all, in the West, children hang up their socks, and Santa Claus puts gifts in them. Slippers in this case are an alternative.

Bright, cheerful, fluffy slippers, especially with the symbols of the year or beautiful intricate embroidery, can be a lovely gift. It is not customary for us to give hygiene items on this joyful holiday. This is a personal matter for everyone. There are many things that fall into this category. For example, towels. Why can’t you give slippers for the same reason as towels? It's like a hint that the person is sloppy. And who might like this? And there is nothing particularly festive about these gifts if they are chosen hastily and haphazardly. They are cute, but in a purely everyday sense, but for the New Year you want something unusual, fabulous. Especially children, girls and women - romantic and dreamy creatures - need a gift with imagination.

Who can you give slippers to?

Only to close and dear people. Mom and grandmother will always understand you correctly. In our cold and damp climate, they may have already developed arthritis, and warm slippers will be to their liking. Their overworked feet will rest in warmth and bliss. Dad and grandfather will also be happy with comfortable slippers. Especially good for older people. Why can't you give home slippers? It is possible if you choose them correctly. The kids, despite the functionality of the gift, may also be happy.

If they depict your favorite cartoon character or fairy tale, then the rich colors of the slippers will make the girl, for example, a fairy-tale princess. What more could you want? And a little man needs purple, dark green, mossy-looking house slippers. He will also be delighted with the camouflage pattern.

You can present your beloved girl with a set of soft slippers and a terry robe.

Anyone who constantly works at a computer will be pleased with weightless house shoes that do not interfere with work and are imperceptible on their feet.

Why can't you give slippers and a mirror?

It seems that we have completely figured out the slippers. But a mirror is a completely special thing. The antique, which people of different characters and generations looked at, “absorbed” all the positive and negative qualities of these people. It will transfer them to the new owner, and it is unknown how it will affect his fate. A new clean mirror does not contain anything, neither bad nor good, but it is still not worth giving it as a gift. The mirror symbolizes a window into the other world, and what the look into the unknown will be like is unclear.

In conclusion, it is worth emphasizing that gifts chosen with good intentions have never harmed anyone, and it is better to forget old superstitions and never remember them.

It would seem that such an ordinary and familiar item as slippers cannot be associated with superstitions and dangers.

But according to the assurances of our ancestors, who carefully honored the traditions and covenants of past years, slippers are not recommended as a gift that can be given to a loved and respected person.

Slippers are closely associated with leaving for another world.

Are slippers a good or bad gift for a child’s birthday?

Presenting slippers as gratitude or congratulations may give the impression that you wish the person a speedy death.

Such a superstition is associated with the belief and adherence of the Slavs to the accepted rite of death, when the deceased goes to another world in white slippers. An older person can react especially badly to such a gift, which can even provoke illness.

If you want to congratulate young parents in this way, you should also stop and think first. In this case, it is better to present the newborn with booties or nice warm socks. Because if parents know the meaning of the sign, a small quarrel or misunderstanding may occur.

At the same time, if you give such a gift to your other half, with whom you are not yet in a legal relationship, you are hinting at a desire to live together.

And here it all depends on your partner. He may calmly accept the gift, or he may be offended.

Is it possible to give house shoes as a gift to a husband or wife?

It is believed that such a gift can provoke a series of serious quarrels between loved ones and lead to separation. To prevent this from happening, and you really want to give just such a gift, you can simply read a small conspiracy:

I give a gift, but I don’t want quarrels. So take it, protect your heart from the cold.

The same danger of quarrels exists if you give a gift to a loved one. Small grievances will begin to develop into big claims and conflicts.

Sign of giving slippers - myths and legends

There are several “bad” versions of this ban. Here are some of them:

1. World of the dead. It is believed that the slippers are an invitation to go to the next world. The belief came to people from Asian countries, where dead people are buried in new shoes, most often slippers. In addition, many have heard the expression “to be seen in a coffin in white slippers.”
2. To separation. It is believed that if you give such a gift to a loved one, you will definitely have a conflict, which will cause... This applies to both lovers and friends.
3. A hint of cohabitation. There is an opinion that if you give slippers to your beloved man with whom you do not live yet, this will be perceived as a hint of cohabitation. The result may be an embarrassing situation.

How to give slippers as a gift?

To avoid even a hint of a bad omen and its consequences, you can adhere to the following recommendations:

Buy beautiful and bright colors of the product;
. come up with an interesting greeting;
. wrap the gift in a fun way;
. sincerely wish the person health, good luck and goodness.

Should you believe in a sign?

Whether you believe in omens or not is entirely your choice. No one has conducted research or made conclusions about how the omen works.

If you are not a superstitious person and see a beautiful pair of slippers, do not be afraid to give them as a gift. In the end, any gift can have a few bad omens, but that doesn’t make it any worse.

In Tunisia, for example, such a gift is considered perhaps the best for a wedding celebration. It doesn’t even occur to anyone to accuse the donor of wishing the newlyweds to die quickly.

In Europe, slippers are also a popular gift for the Christmas and New Year holidays. Faith and superstitions are entirely based on belonging to a particular nationality and what worldview a person adheres to.

If you think about it, soft house slippers are a great gift. Especially in Russia, where winters are frosty, the floors are often cold, and no one could use an extra dose of warmth and comfort. However, the signs categorically disagree with this reasoning. What to do - listen to them, give up, or try to find a compromise? To make a decision, it’s worth learning in more detail why you can’t give slippers as a gift.

Why do omens consider slippers a bad gift?

Cozy slippers will be useful for anyone

According to popular wisdom, house shoes presented to someone as a gift can serve their new owner badly, bringing quarrels, separation and even death into his home. True, it seems more likely that this belief was born not from real observations, but from associative chains that were built by our ancestors:

• shoes, of course, are connected primarily with the feet and the paths along which they walk, and therefore, by providing a person with a pair of new slippers, you are showing him the path away from the house - the gift should not gather dust without use;
• It was in slippers, soft and light, and not in shoes or boots that most peoples buried their dead, so that the deceased would be more comfortable in the next world (although it is possible that a mundane motive of economy intervened in the matter). Here you have the second association.

It turns out that the signs clearly call the idea of ​​buying slippers as a gift unsuccessful? Don't rush to draw conclusions! In pre-revolutionary Russia, for example, they believed that a person who had never given anyone a single pair of shoes in his entire life would be forced to wander around heaven barefoot. So, although the ban existed, our ancestors knew how to circumvent it. And they did it masterfully.

Is it possible to give slippers to a man or a woman?

In Rus', almost everyone wove bast shoes for themselves, but stronger shoes were often given as gifts

Not only folk wisdom, but also modern psychologists rebel against the idea of ​​​​giving a pair of slippers to a man. In any case, when it comes to a young man with whom the donor is just beginning to develop a romantic relationship. A homemade, even slightly intimate gift can be perceived by a boyfriend as an offer to build a life together. Are you sure that your loved one is ready for this and will not be bullied by his overly assertive girlfriend? And it is useless to warn that “nothing like that” was meant - half of the representatives of the stronger sex, after your words, will only be convinced of their suspicions. Here's a sign that has come true.

But for a dearly beloved husband or a man with whom you have been together “for a long time and for a long time,” a gift may come in handy. If you take some measures, which we will discuss below.

Ladies usually prefer romantic gifts.

With the fair sex, things are even more ambiguous. The main thing here is to guess the occasion, date and, of course, style. Let's say, cute indoor pink slippers, presented to a friend along with an offer to move in together and wear them around your shared apartment, will melt 99% of women's hearts, and no superstitions can stop them from doing this. And if your chosen one’s faith in omens overshadows the solemnity of the moment, state that you are a multicultural person and got the idea for the gift from the customs of Tunisia and China, where the bride is required to be given slippers: in the first case, the groom, in the second, the mother.

Having arranged the gift correctly, you can safely give apartment eared UGG boots to a student you know who is freezing in her dorm; give your mother or grandmother lovingly chosen fur slippers; please your beloved guy with a new pair of expensive leather slippers made by a good company. But you shouldn't give shoes to people you don't know well. Firstly, this is against the rules of etiquette. And secondly, if the person you gifted turns out to be superstitious, any trouble that happens to him after that will be attributed to you.

What color slippers should you not give as a gift?

If you give slippers, be sure to be colored.

If you have already decided to give “clothes for your feet”, the first thing you should pay attention to after the size and style is the color.

Whites are more likely to be perceived negatively. Remember, “I saw you in a coffin in white slippers”? The saying was not born in vain, because many peoples traditionally sent a person on his last journey wearing white slippers, either emphasizing the connection of the deceased with another, pure and sublime world, or practically reasoning that there was no reason to waste effort and materials on dyeing such shoes. Even if the person to whom the gift is intended is not superstitious, he may have the worst associations.

Black slippers are also not the best choice, since this color is believed to be associated with misfortune, evil spirits and other unpleasant things. If you don’t want to get into trouble, choose something bright, colorful and cheerful.

Is there a connection with holidays?

In Russia, there is neither a tradition nor a sign associated with a specific celebration or permission to donate shoes. And in Europe and the USA, slippers are regularly found among Christmas gifts - it must be, because there is no more suitable time of year for such a present. You can also refer to the experience of your Western neighbors, who don’t start dying en masse or breaking up after the holidays, and wrap a pair of funny insulated flip-flops in wrapping paper.

In some cultures there is no ban on gifting slippers.

Are you afraid that Russian signs will be stronger than foreign customs? Then give slippers as a housewarming gift. But definitely for married couples or couples who have been living together for a long time, and each partner should get their own gift. This way you will bypass negative predictions and help strengthen relationships between new residents.

As for other holidays, the signs are silent here. And common sense dictates:

• if you give slippers for the New Year, then they should be multi-colored, funny and funny, in the spirit of the holiday;
• for a birthday, you can look for an exclusive handmade gift or some special model with a heating or vibration massage function, which you wouldn’t be ashamed to give for such a celebration;
• for February 23, either funny slippers in an unexpected design (tanks, dogs, dried roach) or expensive and very high quality ones are suitable;
• You shouldn’t give home shoes as a gift on March 8th; it’s rare that a woman will be able to appreciate your idea.

A man with a good sense of humor will surely like this gift.

How to remove negativity if you are the owner of the gift

For a long time in Rus' there was one main way to remove the negative message from a gift - to consecrate it in the church. But since even the most superstitious person can hardly dare to turn to the priest with a request to perform the rite of consecration of the slippers, you can simply:

• wash them in water with a pinch of salt;
• hold the candle over the flame (the main thing is not to burn it);
• light an incense stick with your favorite scent and fumigate the gift, imagining how the smoke displaces all negative energy.

If you doubt the good intentions of the donor or your soul is very restless, sprinkle the slippers with holy water and wear them for good health.

How to give home shoes correctly

It happens that you know exactly the person who needs slippers. And he himself doesn’t seem to mind getting a new pair. And an excellent option caught my eye, so my hands reached out to buy it and present it with the best wishes. How to arrange a gift to “agree” with bad omens?

Are you afraid to give? Sell!

There are a couple of surefire ways:

• demand a payment of exactly 3 kopecks for the item you brought and insist on your price - what was bought is not a gift, which means superstitions can pass by;
• when presenting a gift, say to yourself or out loud, “I’m giving slippers, I’m not looking for a quarrel, take the gift, protect your heart from the cold”;
• say the slippers after purchasing them for good luck for the one who will wear them. This can be done in the simplest words, just put a new thing in front of you and, thinking warmly about the person, wish him all the best in life.

If you are fond of handicrafts - knitting, felting, sewing - and want to make shoes for a loved one yourself, do it with a light heart. Made with good intentions, absorbing the bright energy of the master, such shoes will not be afraid of any superstitions and will definitely bring something good with them.

Handmade shoes retain the good energy of the master. There are not many bad omens that cannot be avoided. If you want to give someone a certain thing, even if superstition considers it dangerous, there is always a way out. For some, salt and water will be helpful, for others it will be a comic “selling” of slippers, and for others a positive attitude will be enough. Choose things with love, give from the heart, accept with gratitude, and all negativity will be neutralized. Rida Khasanova

Choosing a gift is not an easy task, and the giver must take it seriously. When looking for a gift, difficulties often arise, since it is not always possible to choose a suitable option. Most people try to find a gift that will be useful to the recipient in everyday life, and will also make it a little more pleasant and cozy. Slippers are considered one of these universal gifts.

House slippers as a gift

How to choose slippers as a gift?

House slippers are made in factories or handmade to order. They come in several types, each of which has its own purpose.

To purchase good house shoes as a gift, the donor must take into account the following nuances:

1. Material. It directly depends on the time of year for which the gift is presented. For the summer period, it is recommended to select open-toed models made of cotton, linen and denim. This option has excellent ventilation, which prevents the proliferation of various microorganisms. In winter, it is best to take a closer look at fur slippers with a closed toe. It is advisable that they have thick soles and have a fleece lining. You can also buy slippers made of velvet, tapestry, velor or corduroy. Such materials are of high quality, thanks to which they will serve their owner for a long time.
2. Flooring in the house. Few people pay attention to this factor, but it is important when choosing indoor shoes. For example, for a room with laminate and linoleum, it is recommended to select slippers with anti-slip or grooved soles.
3. Quality characteristics. When choosing a gift, the donor must carefully inspect the seams, insole and sole of the product. Often products are poorly stitched or defective. You should avoid models with cotton or leather insoles, as they affect the development of foot diseases.
4. Color. It depends on the gender and age of the person to whom the gift is presented. For example, it is recommended to choose neutral or dark colors for men's slippers. Such models are easier to care for, so this is the most practical option for a man. And for a woman, you can safely buy light or bright options. Representatives of the fair sex always treat gifts with care and attention, so the slippers will serve the owner for many years.
5. Hygroscopic properties. Household slippers should allow moisture to pass through and prevent unpleasant odors. Only in this case will the regulation of the sweating process proceed normally.

Household shoes cannot be given to every person. For example, if you present slippers to your boss, he may not appreciate the gift, as a result of which he will change his opinion about the giver for the worse. However, loved ones will definitely be delighted with such a gift. Therefore, for example, you can safely give slippers to your husband, father or father-in-law.

House slippers as a gift for my husband

How to pack slippers in gift paper?

The design of the gift is important at the time of its presentation to the recipient

First of all, the recipient will pay attention to the packaging, and only then to the contents. Decorated gifts are considered the most original and unusual, making them memorable to the recipient for a long time. However, slippers belong to a category of gifts that are not sold in a beautiful box or other packaging.

Most often they are found in household goods in a regular plastic bag. In this case, the donor can take the situation into his own hands and wrap the gift yourself. Even a beginner who has not previously decorated holiday gifts can cope with this task. To do this you need to purchase:

• Mulberry wrapping paper (you can buy it at any art or craft store);
• slippers;
• decorative elements (rhinestones, stones, beads, etc.)
• stationery;
• glue gun;
• satin ribbon.

Sequencing:

1. First of all packaging is being prepared. To do this, you need to attach the slippers to a sheet of paper and note what size base you need. If desired, you can use several colors of paper to make the packaging look more diverse.
2. Cut the required size of mulberry and glue both sides of the sheet together using a glue gun. Press the joint of the two ends firmly with your hand to help the paper adhere better. After this, do the same steps with the other side. It will work out paper bag, in which the gift will be packaged.
3. In prepared packaging place the slippers and seal the remaining side.
4. Decorate packaging with decorative elements. For example, you can make small patterns from rhinestones or beads.
5. Wrap the gift with a satin ribbon and tie a bow. The slippers are ready in a beautiful package.

Packaging option for slippers

What to do if you were given slippers?

Most people ask the question: why can’t you give slippers? Often such a gift is perceived as a bad intention or a hint of the bad condition of the recipient. Negative signs came from Asia. According to popular belief, the Japanese associate slippers with the afterlife, which is why they do not wear shoes in the house. The following negative consequences from such a gift are also possible:

1. Parting. Slippers symbolize a long journey. By presenting such a gift, the giver seems to encourage the recipient to take long trips, which will forever break the connection between both parties.
2. Argument. A conflict situation may arise between the giver and the recipient, which will further lead to distance.
3. Death. The worst omen is to give white slippers, since many people associate this color with another world.

These prohibitions apply exclusively to superstitious people

You can give slippers as a gift only if the recipient does not believe in omens. For example, this option would be an excellent gift for newlyweds or a family celebrating a housewarming.

Set of housewarming slippers

Slippers are a universal and useful gift that no person can do without. When choosing a gift, you should take into account the main nuances in order to purchase a suitable option. House shoes should be comfortable and not cause discomfort to the recipient. If desired, the slippers are beautifully packaged in paper, decorated and tied with a bow. This way the gift will sparkle with new colors, and an ordinary household item will become truly festive.

2 December 2018, 13:06

We want the New Year celebration to be remembered for a long time. We preen ourselves, prepare long and hard. And most importantly, we prepare gifts for family, friends and relatives. However, those who believe in omens will have a hard time choosing a gift. What kind of gift can you give, and what kind is not customary to give for the New Year? What gifts should you not give for the New Year? What will be appropriate and what will not. You will find answers to these and other questions in this article.

What gifts should not be given for the New Year?

Let's start right away with the fact that you don't need to give for the New Year. It is not advisable to give shower kits as gifts. These gifts are as old as time, and clearly no one will be happy with them. Moreover, hygiene is a purely personal matter, and it would be better if a person chooses his own detergents.

According to signs, you cannot give slippers and towels. Why, you ask. What do these gifts contain? There is simply an opinion that by giving slippers and towels, you seem to neglect the person, hinting at his sloppiness and bad appearance. Judge for yourself, would you like it when they give you slippers or towels?

The gift itself is good, very useful in everyday life, we don’t argue. But towels and slippers as a New Year's gift will not cheer you up, believe me. Not the best option. What is not customary to give for the New Year? These are watches, mirrors, a scarf, a wallet. Let's go into a little more detail about each thing.

Why can't you give a watch? After all, as the signs promise, a watch as a gift foreshadows separation. Even if you are not superstitious and do not believe in omens, then refrain from buying such a gift. Perhaps your significant other believes in omens, and imagine what her reaction will be.

Gifts you shouldn't give

According to popular belief, it is not recommended to give a scarf as a gift. No matter how beautiful or embroidered it is, don't do it. A handkerchief as a gift says that soon the person you give it to will constantly cry and sob. Things won't be good.

Why can't you give a wallet? No, you can do this, just expect that you will soon have very big financial difficulties. If you really want to give a wallet that you think will suit a friend or acquaintance, then let her give you a couple of coins. Thus, an exchange occurs and then the energies are conserved.

What to give a man

What gift should you give a man? How can you surprise him? Let's start with what you can't give a man for the New Year:

• socks, panties, T-shirts;
• shaving gels;
• Shaving machines;
• flowers;
• slippers and towels.

It is best to give a man a tie that will match his favorite suit. And it’s better if his beloved girlfriend or wife does it. You can also give a man a watch. But not just some cheap watch bought on the market, but expensive, branded ones that would enhance a man’s status. Again, only a wife or girlfriend can give such an expensive watch.

You can give your boss expensive cognac or port wine. Again, it would be better to give such expensive gifts only to people who have been tested for loyalty and sincerity. However, won’t you give the statuette to your boss?

A watch as a gift portends separation

What to give a woman

Let’s also start with what you shouldn’t give to a woman for New Year:

• cheap perfume;
• cheap jewelry;
• cheap decorative cosmetics;
• some shapeless clothes;
• kitchen equipment;
• slippers and towels.

As you can see, it is not so easy to please a woman when choosing a gift for the New Year, but this does not mean that she is too capricious. After all, you cannot guess the taste of her perfume and cosmetics. If you intend to give her jewelry, then only expensive, high-quality ones. You also can’t guess the taste of her clothes; it’s easier for a girl or woman to buy one for herself. What about dishes and kitchen utensils, you ask. This will not be a very pleasant gift for the beautiful representatives of the sex. This will serve as a hint, like your place, woman, is in the kitchen.

In fact, it doesn’t matter what the gift is for the woman. Let us tell you a secret that she will look at the contribution of your soul in creating the gift, the amount of time spent. Banality is not welcome, so be on your guard. Even the smallest, hand-made gift will melt the ice in her heart.

Together with you, we found out what you can’t give for the New Year and what gifts according to signs would be best appropriate. In general, as is commonly believed, the main thing is not the gift, but the attention. Happy New Year and enjoy every gift given to you.