🥂"Cheers to She!" 5 Fun-tastic Facts of International Women's Day!💐

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🌸Hey, fabulous folks! Let's take a hop, skip, and jump through the epic history of International Women's Day (IWD) since the early 20th century, officially recognized on March 8th by the United Nations in 1975. You’ll uncover 5 fun-tastic facts that'll have you cheering for She-power!✨

1. Public Holiday & Women’s Day Off

Did you know that in some countries, International Women’s Day is a legit public holiday? 

💃Fun fact: From Russia, Ukraine, Angola, to Cuba, it's a full-on celebration of women's awesomeness with flowers, gifts, and cultural events. And, even in countries like China, Vietnam, Brazil, and Aruba, some lucky women get a half-day off!🎉

2. Vibrant Colors

Get ready to paint the town in purple, green, and white! These snazzy hues are the official colors of International Women's Day. They're like the superhero cape of the gender-equality world—standing tall for justice, hope, and purity in the quest for equality! 

🦸‍♀️Fun fact: The Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU) in the UK rocked these colors first, back in the early 20th century.🎨

3. Blooming Traditions

Flowers—the ultimate "you're awesome" gesture! In Eastern Europe, it’s all about the floral love on International Women’s Day. 

🌼Fun fact: Italy adores mimosa flowers, symbolizing sensitivity and strength. It's like saying, "You're tough as nails, but we know you're a delicate flower at heart!"💖

4. Bra Revolution

Ladies! Did you know that the modern bra owes its fame to International Women's Day? Beyond empowering minds, women began to take charge of our bodies and beauty. 

🎀Fun fact: back in 1914, Mary Phelps Jacob, a New York socialite, patented the "Backless Brassiere." Suddenly, women could breathe easily, move freely, and conquer the world!💪

5. Hashtag Power

Hashtags are the secret sauce of IWD magic! From #IWD to #InternationalWomensDay, these tags light up social media platforms, especially among the vibrant Gen Z community.

🎇Fun fact: the upcoming IWD 2024 theme is "Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress!" and uses the hashtags, #IWD2024 #InspireInclusion ! For more resources and insights, dive into International Women's Day Resources.🌌

🎢🙌These delightful fun facts capture the diverse evolution of International Women’s Day, showcasing the triumphs and ongoing hurdles women globally face. So here's to you, to me, and to every fabulous She out there! Cheers to laughter, love, and the unwavering shine of women everywhere! Let's light up the world together! 🌟🌍

Location: Toronto, ON, Canada

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