Labour Day and the day for lilies
France
Friday 27 April 2012
MD
The lily is the symbol of spring and is traditionally offered on May 1 as a lucky charm.
May 1 is a holiday in France and is also the day for lilies.
The lily is the symbol of spring and is traditionally offered on May 1 as a lucky charm. This tradition dates back to the Renaissance when a King of France decided to give
them to ladies of his Court. A new fashion began.
In the language of flowers lily means "return to happiness". A sprig lily of consisting of 13 bells is particularly lucky.
In the language of flowers lily means "return to happiness". A sprig lily of consisting of 13 bells is particularly lucky.