6 Underrated Occasions to Gift Flowers
Gifting flowers is normally reserved in our minds for very limited occasions such as romantic anniversaries, valentines day, and birthdays. But flowers are good for almost any occasion and can make mundane events feel so special! Below is a list of occasions where a bouquet of local flowers would add the perfect touch.
Also, all of the ideas are written as if you are giving them to someone else, but of course these can be applied to us gifting ourselves, because again, flowers are always welcome!
1. Hostess Gifts
The hostess gift seems like a relic from the past, but it is still such a staple of consideration and thoughtfulness. Showing up to a friend’s home where they have spent hours in preparation with a beautiful floral arrangement is so polite and a great way to set the tone of gratitude for the night. It also sets you apart, because not many people think about the detail of a hostess gift anymore, so it is also great for first impressions! (Think… meeting the parents)
2. Celebrating Promotions
We tend to spend most of our time in the day working, however we don’t often take time to celebrate our career wins and milestones. As hardworking individuals it can be really hard to be present and to give proper congratulations to ourselves as we advance in our careers. Our jobs can often feel like a rat race where the To-Do list continues to get infinitely longer - unless we take the time to celebrate our wins big and small. Giving flowers to a loved one who just achieved something they have been working for in their career can really remind them that what they have done IS worth celebrating. Make them feel special!
3. Academic Achievements
Studying for exams takes so much dedication and often is a very stressful process, but when the test is over and the results roll in it can feel easily passed over. Giving a bouquet for a good mark can really show that person that their efforts were seen and that they should feel proud of their achievements.
4. One Week Out of The Month
What can I say… periods can really suck! When it is that time of the month as women we are often in pain, bloated, and moody to say the least. When my husband does little things for me during this week that remind me I am not the unlovable monster I currently see myself as, it really makes such an impact.
5. Friends Are Facing Hardship
Going through a breakup can be so painful and lonely. It can be hard to remember who we were before a relationship sometimes. Friends supporting someone going through this grieving can speak over them who they have always been and remind them they are not alone. Flowers bring beauty, cheer, and a sense of celebration into a room and that can certainly help break the gloomy spell for your friend as they devour their favorite icecream in a dark room lit by the blare of their favorite show series.
6. A “Tough News” Day
It is 2020. It can feel like something devastating happens weekly. I know certain news stories affect some of my friends more than others depending on the day and it is so important to check on our friend’s mental health. There is nothing like a surprise bouquet showing up at the door on a day where the world feels devoid of love.
