Types of Bouquets
In the Victorian era, the bride and groom would send bouquets to each other to convey secret meanings. Each flower meant something different, such as carnations for “love and devotion,” chrysanthemums for “wealth and truth,” the lily for “majesty and honor,” tulips for “love and passion,” daisies for “beauty,” amaryllis for “pride, determination and radiant beauty” and yellow acacia for “secret love.” Today, bouquets of flowers are sent as a gesture of good will and thoughtfulness, but that is not all. Balloons, chocolates, teddy bears, candy and other gifts can be sent as well. Thanks to the internet and same-day delivery, gift giving has never been easier!
Balloon bouquets are a creative gift to celebrate someone’s special day, whether it is a birthday, a graduation or a new baby. A good selection can be found at www.giftbasket.com, starting as low as $30 and ranging up to $86.95 (to include flowers too). Balloons can be combined with teddy bears or chocolates too. Those looking for a really creative, customized balloon bouquet will love www.balloonplanet.com, where they can choose their own by theme, including Disney characters, alcoholic beverages, bugs, animals, singing balloons, sports, stars, hearts and more. For quick same-day delivery, www.1-800-balloons.com can accommodate with a number of arrangements.
Flowers have been the longstanding tradition for many special occasions, but edible bouquets are some of the most unique gifts to receive. At www.cookiebouquets.com, a true romancer can purchase an array of adorable teddy bear cookies surrounding a central “I love you beary much” cookie to melt her heart. Or for Mother’s Day, send one of the adorable chocolate chip cookie bouquets wrapped up in decorative colored plastic wrap in a pressed glass vase, with a cute teddy bear hugging the arrangement. The kids may want to send an “All Star Dad” cookie bouquet on Father’s day. Whether it’s a nurse, a teacher, a recent graduate, a grandparent, a spouse or a boss, there are edible arrangements for every important person in one’s life.
Flower bouquets are the most traditional arrangement and bring joy time and time again. Few gifts can say “I love you” like red rose bouquets marked with baby’s breath. Yet something so traditional is not for everyone. Choosing an arrangement of blooms based on the receiver’s personality is preferable. More exotic arrangements can be created using lilies, orchids or birds of paradise. Sometimes just the right creation speaks to the consumer, while other times it’s a more thoughtful experience to go to the local flower shop and choose all the items separately.