We all have a Constantin, Costin, Costi, Elena or Ileana to celebrate on 21 May every year. It’s a great opportunity to prepare an original gift for them, created by you!

Whether it’s your dad, a good friend, a work colleague or a boss who shares the name of one of these saints, you can create the perfect gift for each of them. We’ll help you avoid the hassle of rushing around the shops and make choosing a gift simple and as enjoyable as possible.

What should a name day gift be like?
- It should be a thoughtful and inspired gesture that conveys how important they are in your life;
- It should be less bulky than a birthday present or other festive gifts;
- It should have a special meaning relating to the saint who watches over them.

A bottle of wine presented in an engraved wooden box, accompanied by a message, can be a delightful surprise, especially if you want to convey a message based on their passions or personality.

If you’re invited to the celebrant’s home, a box of chocolates and a bottle of sparkling wine will never go amiss! On a name day, we celebrate not only the person being honoured but also the saint whose name they bear – who is believed to watch over them throughout their life – so the message on the gift must be a special one.

Whatever the guest of honour’s gender, we have a gift that’s very easy to personalise, whether for a Costin or an Elena – namely, personalised beer. You have a whole collection of designs to choose from! All you have to do is let your imagination run wild.

For those who prefer spirits, a leather hip flask is a unique gift, especially as it can be personalised with the recipient’s name.

On St Constantine and St Helen’s Day, choose to show your loved ones your love and appreciation for the saint’s name they bear. For women, you can choose a delicate gift that goes with any outfit: a personalised bracelet. These can easily be personalised with a name or initial and are available in heart or coin shapes, made from silver plated in white, rose or yellow gold. For men, you can also choose a handmade bracelet made from natural leather, featuring a name or initial.

Now that you know what the best gifts for this festive season might look like, all that’s left is to enjoy the moments you spend together.