the 12th of june is 'dia dos namorados', the equivalent of valentine's day in europe or the united states of america - usually a small gift for someone special, is a great and thoughtful idea - cariocas enjoy being trendy and a fashionable accessory, such as sunglasses, a necklace, or bag might be appreciated.

cariocas are very receptive to the idea of getting gifts from loved ones whether it is hand crafted or bought from the store - it is always the gesture and time spent together that matters the most - gifts are always dependant on the individual styles and preferences of each person.