Etiquette to Giving Flowers While Dating

Dating is supposed to be fun, not complicated. Sometimes, we overthink things and second-guess ourselves. When it comes to giving flowers while dating, there are definitely some things you should consider, but it's easy to make sure things go smoothly and ensure you make a great impression. Follow these guidelines to make sure you are following the proper etiquette when giving flowers while dating.

Choose the Right Flowers

Different flowers have different meanings. The classic bouquet of red roses symbolizes love, while sunflowers represent happiness. You need to find the flowers that are suited for your relationship. Also, consider the size of the arrangement. Meeting someone for your first date with a huge bouquet will probably make her uncomfortable and overwhelm her. 

If you aren't sure how she feels about you, keep the bouquet simple and small. Need more information? Check out this article on the best flowers to give on a date. And if you have put some thought into the type of flowers to give, make sure you tell your date why you chose them. She'll appreciate the effort and thought you put into it.

Where To Give Your Date Flowers

This is something that is often overlooked. Giving flowers to someone in public may be appreciated by some, but others may not like the attention and could be embarrassed. Also, how is your date getting home at the end of the night? If she has to take public transit or walk, she might not want to carry flowers with them, especially if they come in a vase. A great solution to both problems is sending her Social Flowers. This way, she can decide where and when to receive them!

The Occasion Matters

Certain days or situations are always an ideal time to give flowers. Who doesn't love receiving flowers on Valentine's Day, their birthday, or an anniversary? Maybe you did something wrong (none of us are perfect), or you had a fight and want to say sorry. Flowers (with an apology!) are always a nice touch and will help smooth things over.

If you are going out on a date, think about where you are going and how long you have been dating. Giving someone flowers if you are out for dinner is much more practical than giving flowers to a date right before you go hiking! And giving a date a dozen roses makes a lot more sense if you have been dating for a while and want to show her how much you care about her. 

Add a Personal Touch

You've already shown her you're thoughtful by selecting the perfect flowers for the occasion, but adding a card with a personal message telling her how you feel or why you decided to give her flowers will make your bouquet even more memorable. Bonus: she can hang on to the card as a memory of how special you have made her feel.

Presentation

Remember the first date you went on and how much thought you put into what you were going to wear? You wanted to look good and impress her! You should follow a similar train of thought with your chosen flowers. 

You don't want to give flowers sent from a warehouse in a cardboard box, and you don't want to pick up flowers from a grocery store that may have been sitting there for days and won't last long. She deserves fresh-cut flowers. 

Want to ensure you get the presentation right? Send her Social Flowers. Not only are our flowers freshly cut, but they are also hand-delivered through our network of carefully chosen local florists across North America.

Be Mindful of Cultural Differences

Flower-giving traditions can vary across cultures. You might not know this, but in some cultures, you should always give an odd number of flowers (because the woman completes the bouquet). So, if you're dating someone who is very traditional, do a little research and keep cultural differences in mind.

There are many reasons to give flowers when you are dating, and they will almost always be appreciated and put a smile on your date's face. But by putting a little extra thought into it and following proper etiquette to giving flowers while dating, you can be sure that your flowers are something she will never forget.

Flowers are a great way to impress a date and create a lasting connection.