Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Universal Tips For Making An Impact With Flower Gifts

By Chris Channing

When we think of gifts, the gift that most of us will think of first is the ever popular gift of flowers. Flowers have been popular in gift giving for decades, and their uses in the subject have expanded quite a bit over the years. Anything that can be said with words can be said with flowers, one just needs to find the right fit for the situation.

Color is one of the biggest factors in determining what a gift of flowers means. White, for instance, is usually associated with "pure" moments, such as a wedding. White is also a popular choice for funerals, where the lack of color is usually devoid of any other questionable meanings. Other colors such as green may be more "quirky" and for friendly encounters.

As was described in the popular song "Every Rose Has Its Thorn" by Poison, different types of flowers will have greatly different meanings. In this case the ever popular rose, despite its beauty, can be used to create a drastically opposite effect just because of the physical make up of the flower- and all because a rose has thorns!

For those who don't know exactly what kind of flowers to send, an arrangement of flowers is usually the best choice. An arrangement of flowers can be used to describe different things, from a happy holidays gift to a wedding gift. Arrangements can also show a deeper meaning than that of a single flower- as we can see with the debate over a single rose versus a bouquet of roses.

The circumstance in which flowers are presented can also create a whole new meaning for the situation. For a romantic getaway, it's popular to take the pedals off of a rose and put them in the bed or around the bedroom. Even after mutilating a rose, it's awe inspiring to see how romantic fractures of a flower can impact a moment. This route is usually reserved for rose pedals only, however, due to their large and luscious nature.

In the end, the thing that makes the most difference is the note card or brief statement said at the moment of the recipient obtaining the flowers. Only at this moment is the true nature of the gift stated, and as such, be sure to put much time into the couple of sentences said or written to be read at this moment. After all, a flower's true meaning can only be dictated best through the giver's words.

In Conclusion

When looking for a gift, remember the many uses flowers can have. They can be used for virtually every type of situation possible with the right creativity, color matching, and flower type. Best yet, most flowers can be obtained online and delivered without so much as leaving one's home. - 15437

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