When is Singles Day 2023: How to celebrate if you're single

Singles' Day is celebrated annually on Nov 11. It originated as an anti-Valentine's Day celebration.

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The global event has become the largest shopping day worldwide, surpassing Cyber Monday.

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The date 11/11 was chosen to symbolize the unattached, representing "bare branches" in Chinese culture.

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Started in 2009, Singles' Day has been extensively promoted by Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba.

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Alibaba's co-founder Jack Ma has linked the day to consumerism, encouraging singles to participate.

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In 2019, Alibaba alone raked in an incredible $35 billion in sales during Singles' Day.

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Celebrating Singles' Day doesn't require being single; it entails indulging in self-appreciation.

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You can celebrate Singles' Day by taking advantage of online deals and partying with single friends.

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Wear green or black on Singles' Day to symbolize the unattached or celebrate without any specific color.

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