Shopping Reviews

If youre new to flower shopping, 1-800-Flowers massive inventory of bouquets, baskets and wreaths can be very daunting. With all the symbolism traditionally associated with flowers and floral arrangements, the last thing you want to do is make an inappropriate floral gift choice and commit social suicide. The best option for flower newbies is to pick a floral arrangement from one of the 1-800-Flowers top four flower collections, as these arrangements have been selected for their versatility and quality. Heres a quick look at the kind of flowers you can expect to find in each of these four collections.

A-Dog-Able Collection

Floral arrangements in this collection are definitely for animal lovers. Each of these arrangements come with adorable dog-themed decorations ranging from a canine-shaped cupcake in the Pup-cake in Bloom flower basket to a pair of pooches crafted by hand of fresh white carnations in the Love You Fur-ever floral arrangement. These are great for young children who will definitely appreciate the fun, upbeat vibe created by the bright colors and cartoon canines as well as dog lovers who will gush over the saccharine-sweet dog-shaped arrangements. Its also the collection you need to check out if you want to express your sympathies to a friend or relative who has just suffered the loss of a beloved pet. The All Dogs Go To Heaven flower basket, for example, will help to soothe the grieving heart of any bereaved pet owner.

Happy Hour Collection

This is quite possibly the most versatile collection of flowers available on 1-800-Flowers.com. Each arrangement has been put together to create a blinding explosion of bright, vivid colors, endowing them with the uncanny ability to enhance any celebratory atmosphere. Each of these arrangements is 100% original. The highly-respected floral artists on 1-800Flowers have drawn inspiration from various alcoholic beverages, resulting in interesting, visually arresting artistic interpretations of cocktails such as the Apple Martini and the Strawberry Margarita. One of the most highly recommended arrangements is the Brandy Rose arrangement which places bright red roses in an oversize brandy snifter to create a passionate, heady and romantic atmosphere.

Planet-Friendly Collection

If you know someone who is very passionate about saving the Earth, a floral arrangement from this collection will allow them to enjoy a visual treat without a guilt trip. The arrangements here contain flowers that have been farmed in the most environmentally friendly way possible. This ensures that the lush plots of land which yield such beautiful flowers will remain fertile for years to come. In addition, the flowers in these arrangements are all Fair Trade certified, ensuring that the primary producers have received as much income as possible without excessive profits going to the middleman or distributors.

Platinum Collection

These floral arrangements are for that special someone who loves living in the lap of luxury. If you want to pamper your partner, theres no better way than to buy her one of these gorgeous, incredibly romantic floral arrangements. The rose arrangements are particularly noteworthy, especially for Valentines Day or anniversaries. The 100 Roses in a Vase arrangement is particularly striking because its deceptive simplicity belies an air of fierce, raging passion and is guaranteed to make your partner smile with its reminder of loves rich rewards.

Its a well-known fact that 1-800-Flowers has a flower arrangement for every occasion, but finding the right arrangement is easier said than done when there are hundreds of choices to choose from. These thoughtful collections help to narrow down your search options and ensure that your loved one receives the most appropriate floral arrangement for the occasion.