Let’s face it, as far as most guys are concerned, flowers are flowers, and as long as you end up buying her a nice bouquet that makes her happy, you’ve accomplished your mission. But what if you could take things up a notch and really surprise her with a well thought out floral bouquet containing flowers with the perfect symbolism and meaning to represent your feelings and the relationship? Well, we’ve created an easy-to-follow gift guide to buying your flowers that gives you everything you need to know to select the most appropriate floral arrangement this Valentine’s Day. This will get you extra points, trust us!
Important things to remember:
-Consider the Relationship. Believe it or not, the level of your relationship should be a big factor when selecting flowers for your girlfriend or wife this Valentine’s Day. With all the symbolism behind flowers and their colors, it can be easier than you think to accidentally send the wrong message.
-Use your own judgement. If we recommend pink roses or purple orchids for your level of relationship but you know her favorite color is yellow and she loves yellow flowers, stick with a yellow bouquet that has flowers that symbolize what she means to you. This is just a guide after all; you know your girlfriend better than we do (hopefully).
-Planning and Timing. If you are going to order a flower arrangement online, give yourself a few days to avoid unfortunate delays. Although most online florists are wonderful with last-minute deliveries, it’s much better to give her a beautiful Valentine’s bouquet a day or two early than to be left empty-handed with a horrible explanation as to why she doesn’t have one for her. .
Important things to avoid:
-Unromantic floral arrangements. Flowers aren’t always all about romance, and the last thing you want to do is buy an arrangement that looks like it should be given to your mother, or worse yet, your grandmother. Anything in picnic baskets, ceramic pots, teacups, or cute little pitchers is generally off limits.
-Don’t be cheap. This doesn’t mean you have to spend a small fortune on a huge floral arrangement this Valentine’s Day, but grabbing the last half-dead bouquet at the gas station on your way to pick it up isn’t enough.
-Do not underestimate the arrival. If you have ordered through an online florist, make sure that a human being delivers the arrangement in person. Some flower bouquets can be shipped via FedEx or UPS and will arrive in a box, leaving you alone to arrange the flowers (not very romantic). In addition to making sure they arrive in perfect condition, try to have them delivered to your workplace. Most women love the extra attention (and make Diane in accounting jealous) and it gives you extra points just by changing the delivery address. Just make sure you know his work address. exactly – or that good idea could go very wrong.
In case of doubt:
No matter the level of your relationship, the following bouquets strike the perfect balance of charm, charm, and romance (without being too desperate or breaking the bank!)
Red Tulips in Glass Vase – Red is perfect for Valentine’s Day and still keeps it romantic, but tulips make this arrangement less traditional and much more modern, making it the perfect bouquet for almost any stage of your relationship. Advice: If you’re in a new relationship, you can always turn the intensity of your arrangement down a notch or two and ask your florist to use fewer flowers (ie half a dozen or a dozen).
Pink Roses and Lilies Alstroemeria – Pink roses will keep this bouquet romantic without being too traditional or overwhelming, and pink astroemeria lilies add a touch of exotic beauty and uniqueness to offset the classic roses, without being too expensive. A glass vase is always a safe bet and will add a modern touch to this arrangement. This would be the perfect arrangement for any lucky lady.
Mix of Fresh Flowers – Shades of pink, lavender, or coral roses, lilies, carnations, and maybe even orchids (if you’re willing to spend a little more money) would create a beautiful, colorful bouquet. Look for flower arrangements that contain 3-4 different types of flowers, and go mostly for pinks and purples, as these are romantic colors that go well without being too traditional. A bouquet like this is the perfect flower arrangement that is sure to delight her, no matter how particular.
Floral Symbolism Guide:
A complete guide to the most popular flowers and their various meanings, including color symbolism, as well as helpful bouquet recommendations for each flower. Follow our guide and you won’t go wrong!
Skin tone: With a rich history dating back more than 2,000 years, carnations possess a delicate beauty few flowers have. They typically symbolize devoted love, pride, and beauty, as well as these specific meanings for their individual colors:
Red: deep love and affection
Pink: lasting love
White: Pure love, plus good luck.
Chrysanthemum: Originally yellow in color and recognized as a symbol of the sun, these beautiful flowers also represent the essence of joy and fidelity, and are the perfect flowers to gift to a spouse.
Red: A declaration of love, a simple declaration of “I love”
White: truth and loyal love
Yellow: light love
Daisy flower: These romantic flowers signify loyalty in love, patience, and beauty, with additional undertones of all-conquering love. More specifically, the colors of daisies have additional meanings:
White: shared feelings of affection
Pink: purity and innocence
Red: unknown beauty
Delphinium/Larkspur: These beautiful flowers have been used by the natives to make blue dye to ward off scorpions in ancient times. Today, these lush, dolphin-shaped flowers symbolize an open heart, attachment, and convey a sense of light joy.
Gladiolus: Named for the Latin word “gladius,” meaning sword, these showy flowers have a long history from Africa to the Mediterranean. Primarily known for symbolizing strength and integrity, on a romantic level these flowers also represent falling in love, with a bouquet conveying that they pierce the recipient’s heart with passion. How’s that for romantic?
Hydrangeas: It is considered to have a variety of meanings, but the overwhelming consensus remains that the hydrangea symbolizes enduring grace and beauty.
Iris: Possessing a very noble symbolism, lilies are believed to represent compliments and a promise of love. Its various colors also have other meanings:
Purple: Wisdom and compliments
Blue: faith and hope
Yellow: Passion
White: Purity
Lily: Its general symbolism is virtue, refined beauty, wealth and childhood. These majestic flowers have long held a role in ancient mythology and carry various meanings based on their colors:
Pink: wealth and prosperity
Orange: Passion
Yellow: Pure delight, or bliss
Orchid: The most coveted ornamental plant, these delicately stunning tropical flowers are a symbol of love, luxury, beauty and strength. Pink orchids exude total affection, while the Cattleya orchid is believed to represent pure charm.
Pink: These traditional flowers are known as the quintessential symbol of romance. Although roses are considered to primarily represent everything related to romance, love, and passion, many additional meanings depend on the individual colors of the roses. Avoid if: You’ve just started dating or you know it’s a little less traditional.
Red: love, passion, beauty
Pink: happiness and appreciation
Lavender: Enchantment and love at first sight
Burgundy: inner beauty
Peach: I appreciate and wish
Red and white together: Unit
Dragon mouth: While its origin is unknown, it is believed that it was once a wildflower in Spain and Italy. In the language of flowers, the snapdragon is believed to represent grace and strength.
Stock: Originally from the Mediterranean, these sweet and delicate flowers are believed to symbolize a happy life and lasting beauty. More specific romantic meanings include affection and “you will always be beautiful to me.”
Tulip: Rivaling roses as one of the most romantic flowers; tulips possess elegance and simplistic beauty. Although they generally symbolize perfect love, the different colors of tulips have different meanings:
Red: irresistible love
Pink: Affection and perfect happiness
Cream: Eternal love
Yellow: Joyful thoughts and a bright smile.
Purple: Royalty, luxury and power
