Come the Love Month, the town would be painted in red. From the store windows down to the streets, the romantic yet bold hue would spread like a wildfire. Lollies, roses, chocolates, hearts - one would be assaulted with everything and anything red. But have you ever wondered why red is often associated with Valentines, and even Chinese New Year which will be celebrated right after Hearts Day?

Long before people have been giving out roses and chocolates to celebrate Valentine’s Day, red has been associated with love and romance.

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