She'll love these! Our top 5 recommended flower gifts!
She'll Love It! 5 Recommended Flower Gifts!
Have you ever considered giving flowers to your girlfriend for her birthday, your anniversary, or Christmas?
However, many men who don't often receive or give flowers give up because they don't know what kind to send.
There are also many men who were delighted to see their girlfriends react with more joy than expected when they gave them flowers.
This article will introduce tips for choosing flowers to give to your girlfriend, as well as recommended flower gifts available at &YOUKAEN.
We hope you'll give flowers to your girlfriend and bring out her best smile.
Tips for Choosing Flowers to Give Your Girlfriend
When you decide to give flowers to your girlfriend, what should you consider when choosing them?
Here, &YOUKAEN's florists will briefly explain their tips for choosing flowers.
If you keep the following in mind, you're sure to find a flower gift that your girlfriend will love!
■ Give the gift of the four seasons with seasonal flowers!
Flower gifts are like works of art that directly convey the four seasons.
When giving fresh flowers like bouquets or flower arrangements, it's a good idea to choose seasonal flowers.
It's lovely to give a flower gift that evokes the season, such as "tulips" in spring, "sunflowers" in summer, "dahlias" in autumn, or "red roses" in winter.
When displayed in her room, the fresh air of the season will waft in, allowing her to enjoy colorful days.
If you're unsure which flowers to give, try choosing seasonal ones.
■ Give flowers meaning with their language!
Each flower has its own flower language.
For example, roses mean "love" and sunflowers mean "I only look at you," so choosing flowers that are appropriate to give to your girlfriend would be lovely.
Words that are difficult to express verbally are sure to reach her heart when conveyed through flowers. Your feelings of "I love you" and "I adore you," which you may not usually express, will be directly conveyed through the flowers.
■ Research her preferences!
To give your girlfriend a flower that she will absolutely love, you first need to understand her preferences.
Does she prefer cute pink flowers, crisp white or green flowers, or cool, masculine blue flowers? The choice of flowers will vary depending on her taste.
Giving her flowers that perfectly match her taste will deepen your love. For a man, it makes giving flowers all the more rewarding.
To bring out her best smile, don't just go with your own preferences; carefully consider her and prepare a flower gift.
■ Choose easy-to-care-for flowers!
There are various types of flower gifts, each with appropriate care methods.
For example, flower gifts using fresh flowers, such as bouquets and flower arrangements, require water changes and watering.
However, dried flowers and preserved flowers do not require watering, making daily care easy.
If your girlfriend is busy with work every day, choosing easy-to-care-for flowers might be a good idea.
However, fresh flowers have their own fresh charm, so please consider your girlfriend's preferences before purchasing.
■ Choose flowers considering your budget!
Generally, the higher the price of flowers, the larger the flower arrangements or bouquets become.
Choosing an excessively large flower can sometimes cause problems with where to display it at home, so this needs to be considered.
The average price for flowers given as a gift to a girlfriend, as handled by our florists at &YOUKAEN, is mostly between 6,000 and 8,000 yen.
Within this price range, you can purchase flowers that are not excessively large, yet are still vibrant and impactful.
Recommended Flower Gifts for Your Girlfriend
So, what kind of flower gifts are there to give to your girlfriend?
Here, &YOUKAEN's florists will introduce flower gifts perfect for your girlfriend.
We will also recommend products for each type, so please use them as a reference.
■ "Bouquets" are easy to give!
"Bouquets" are flower gifts made by tying individual flowers together.
They are a classic choice for birthday and anniversary gifts, and are easy to give.
Bouquets are wrapped, so you untie the wrapping at home and display them in a vase.
If she doesn't have a vase, give her a different type of flower or buy a vase together with the flowers.
This flower gift is perfect for a natural-loving girlfriend who wants to enjoy the direct, natural charm of flowers.
Recommended Bouquet Gifts for Your Girlfriend
Natural Pink Bouquet L Size
¥7,150-
■ "Flower Arrangements" that don't take up much space
"Flower arrangements," where flowers are inserted into a water-absorbing sponge in a basket or ceramic container, are also a classic flower gift for girlfriends.
Unlike bouquets, flower arrangements don't need to be placed in a vase; they can be displayed as is.
When displaying, please unwrap the packaging. The film can trap moisture, potentially causing the flowers to steam, so caution is needed.
The charm of flower arrangements is undoubtedly the variety of designs.
Please choose a wonderful design that matches your girlfriend's preferences and the interior of her home.
Recommended Flower Arrangements for Your Girlfriend
Arrangement LL size Pink "ombre rose"
¥12,100-
■ Popular among young women: "Dried Flowers & Swags"
Recently, dried flowers and swags have been gaining popularity among young women.
They are now sold in general stores and apparel shops, and reports of purchases can be seen on social media like Instagram.
Dried flowers are flower gifts made by drying fresh flowers. Their shabby aesthetic is highly praised, and after a boom in the late 80s, they had largely faded from attention.
A swag primarily refers to a wall decoration, specifically a bouquet of dried flowers hung on a wall.
Their shabby and rustic atmosphere makes them perfect for a trendy and stylish girlfriend.
&YOUKAEN offers dried flower and swag arrangements carefully selected by our florists.
Recommended Dried Flowers & Swags for Your Girlfriend
Dried Flower Bouquet "Natural"
¥6,600-
■ Everlasting Flowers: "Preserved Flowers"
Preserved flowers are fresh flowers that have undergone special processing to allow their beautiful appearance to be enjoyed for a long time.
They are popular among women for their natural texture and colorful hues, which differ from artificial and dried flowers.
Many gifts are relatively compact, making them ideal for those who don't have much space to decorate.
The key is to display them away from direct sunlight, such as near windows, and areas with high humidity, like bathrooms and toilets.
Their often sweet designs make them perfect for a girlfriend who loves cute things.
Recommended Preserved Flower Arrangements for Your Girlfriend
Preserved Flower Wreath
¥9,350-
■ Stylish "Herbarium"
A herbarium is a "plant specimen."
Originally, plants were preserved long-term in bottles with chemicals for research, but in recent years, they have been reborn as stylish decorative items.
Various plants, including not just flowers but also leaves and berries, are arranged inside the bottle.
With their charming transparency and cleanliness, they are sure to become beautiful interior decorations that brighten up a room.
They maintain their beauty for a very long time, making them a recommended flower gift for girlfriends who might not have time for daily care.
Recommended Herbarium for Your Girlfriend
Collaboration with Miyagi traditional craft "Kokeshium (M)"
¥9,900-
■ Enjoy daily care with "Foliage Plants"
Although not a flower gift, foliage plants are a popular gift for girlfriends.
Recently, plant seeds are even sold in general stores, suggesting that many women enjoy the happiness of growing plants themselves.
Foliage plants require careful management, such as watering when the soil dries out, but they are wonderful gifts that allow one to experience the joy of growing something oneself.
Additionally, having foliage plants in a room increases air humidity and has air-purifying effects, creating a better indoor atmosphere.
&YOUKAEN offers stylish and mature varieties of foliage plants, focusing on those with a chic atmosphere, that are sure to appeal to girlfriends.
Recommended Foliage Plants for Your Girlfriend
Interior Plant "Monstera"
¥6,600-
Ranking of Flower Gifts for Your Girlfriend
&YOUKAEN has delivered flowers to many couples.
We have ranked the most popular flower gifts chosen for girlfriends.
We will announce the rankings in order of sales, so please use them as a reference when choosing a gift.
■ 5th Place: Stylish Orange Bouquet "classe orange"
This is a voluminous bouquet.
Recommended for birthday gifts or anniversary presents for your girlfriend.
We created a stylish atmosphere with a contrast and gradation of orange, beige, and brown tones, adding vivid yellow.
It also has a mature feel, making it especially recommended for a stylish girlfriend.
Stylish Orange Bouquet "classe orange"
¥13,200-
■ 4th Place: Trendy Dried Flower Swag "Blue Pink"
This dried flower bouquet is crafted with natural colors and blue-pink hues.
It can also be used as a swag by hanging it on a wall.
We deliberately used various materials like tiny wildflowers, statice, and classic dried eucalyptus and berries, instead of large flowers, to create a richly expressive piece.
It's perfect for girlfriends who love plants and flowers, or those who prefer a natural aesthetic, as they can enjoy a wide variety of floral materials.
Dried Flower Swag "Blue Pink"
¥9,350-
■ 3rd Place: Everlasting Preserved Flower "Sweet Rosé"
This is a box flower made with light pink preserved flowers.
It features an arrangement of cute mini roses "Green Ice," carnations, hydrangeas, and more.
You can enjoy subtle gradations of color within the nuanced hues, and it can be displayed regardless of the season.
Its sweet charm makes it a perfect gift for a girlfriend who loves cute things.
Preserved Flower Arrangement "Sweet Rosé"
¥8,800-
■ 2nd Place: Stylish Pink Arrangement L Size
This flower arrangement boasts a charming fresh pink color.
Presented in a basket, it offers a natural feel that you're sure to enjoy.
This is an approachable flower arrangement incorporating the latest trends, making it a safe choice to give.
If you're wondering what kind of flowers to give your girlfriend, we recommend this product.
Smoky Pink Arrangement L Size
¥8,800-
■ 1st Place: Perfect for a Girlfriend's Gift! Pink "grâce rose"
This voluminous bouquet is crafted with deep pink flowers.
Made with popular flowers like roses, dahlias, and gerberas, she is sure to be delighted.
This bouquet is large enough to be held in your arms, making it ideal for presenting at a restaurant or while admiring a night view.
Its fashionable and vibrant colors make it perfect for photos too.
When you give it to your girlfriend, please convey the feelings you don't usually express.
Recommended Celebration Bouquet LL Size "grâce rose" (Regular Price)
¥9,900-
Flowers with Recommended Flower Meanings to Gift Your Girlfriend
Here are some recommended flowers with meanings that are perfect for gifting your girlfriend.
It would be wonderful to include flowers with meanings that convey love and gratitude in your bouquet or flower arrangement.
While year-round flowers are a given, seasonal flowers can also have lovely meanings.
Please use this as a reference. Let the language of flowers express your love for her.
■ The Classic Flower for Expressing Love: "Roses"
Roses are the quintessential flower gift, available in a wide range of colors such as red, orange, yellow, white, and green.
Among them, red roses are particularly recommended for gifting to your girlfriend.
Red roses symbolize love and beauty, with flower meanings such as "passion," "affection," "beauty," "I love you," and "ardent love."
These are truly perfect flowers for gifting to your girlfriend.
Recommended Rose Flower Gifts for Your Girlfriend
Pink roses (6 stems) and seasonal greenery bouquet - Regular price
¥6,590-
■ The Flower to Express Gratitude: "Dahlia"
Dahlias are autumn flowers, but they are available year-round and frequently used in bouquets and flower arrangements.
They are characterized by their voluminous appearance, with many layers of petals.
They are very popular flowers, and some customers even say that arrangements feel incomplete without dahlias.
White dahlias are particularly recommended, with flower meanings of "gratitude" and "rich affection."
It would be wonderful to present white dahlias to convey gratitude and love that you can't usually express.
Recommended Dahlia Flower Gifts for Your Girlfriend
Arrangement recommended for celebrations "luxe rose" - Regular price
¥18,700-
■ Flower meaning: "Looking only at you" - "Sunflower"
The sunflower, a symbol of summer, is available from late May to late August.
Its vibrant yellow color makes it popular with people of all ages.
The flower meanings of sunflower are "looking only at you," "passion," "admiration," and "radiance."
The meaning "looking only at you" comes from the way sunflowers always turn towards the sun.
It's a perfect flower for gifting to your girlfriend, so if her anniversary or birthday is in the summer, be sure to give her sunflowers.
Recommended Sunflower Flower Gifts for Your Girlfriend
Seasonal Bouquet "Sunflowers and Seasonal Greenery" - Regular price
¥9,350-
■ The Flower That Brings Positivity: "Gerbera"
Like roses, gerberas are a classic flower gift, and their charming appearance is a secret to their popularity.
Their appeal also lies in the wide variety of colors available, such as red, orange, yellow, pink, and white.
The flower meanings of gerbera are "hope" and "always moving forward." Furthermore, the flower meanings vary by color, with pink being particularly recommended.
Pink gerbera has the flower meanings of "gratitude," "passionate love," and "sublime beauty."
Recommended Gerbera Flower Gifts for Your Girlfriend
Colorful Gerbera Bouquet "bonbon" - Regular price
¥4,980-
■ Absolutely Recommended for Spring: "Tulips"
Tulips are a quintessential spring flower, gradually appearing in stores from mid-January and remaining widely available in various types until early May.
The flower meanings of tulips are "declaration of love" and "beautiful eyes."
These are truly perfect flower meanings for a gift to your girlfriend. Additionally, tulip flower meanings also vary by color.
Pink tulips are recommended, as they carry the additional flower meaning of "sincere love" alongside the aforementioned meanings.
If her anniversary or birthday falls in spring, be sure to choose tulips for your gift to her.
Recommended Tulip Flower Gifts for Your Girlfriend
Limited-time seasonal bouquet "spring haze" - Regular price
¥14,300-
Flower Care and Tips for Longevity
To enjoy bouquets and flower arrangements for a long time, a little know-how and knowledge are needed.
It would be wonderful if you could share flower care tips with your girlfriend when you present her with flowers.
The florists at &YOUKAEN will impart knowledge to help the flowers you lovingly gifted last as long as possible.
Please use this as a reference.
■ Tips for Arranging Bouquets in a Vase
If you're giving a bouquet, a vase is necessary. Some people display flowers with the wrapping still on, but this can lead to several problems.
For example, flowers can get steamy inside the wrapping, or they wilt quickly if only the water in the wrapping is used for hydration.
After receiving a bouquet, remove the wrapping, trim the stems slightly, and then place them in a vase.
■ Timing and Method for Changing and Watering Water
When you receive a bouquet or flower arrangement, changing and adding water are essential maintenance tasks.
For flower arrangements, check if the absorbent sponge at the base of the flowers is dry by touching it with your finger.
If it feels a little dry, add water. The key is to pour carefully to avoid spilling from the container.
For bouquets, you'll need to change the water. It's best to change it daily in summer, and every three days in winter.
Various bacteria can grow on the stems and multiply in the water, so if you don't change the water, it will smell bad and the flowers will deteriorate. Be careful!
■ Best Location for Longevity
For flower gifts like bouquets and flower arrangements, which use fresh flowers, it's important to avoid direct sunlight.
Flowers are very sensitive to dryness and heat. In direct sunlight, moisture can evaporate from the flower surfaces, and the water in the vase can heat up, potentially weakening the flowers.
Once cut, flowers no longer need sunlight, so it's best to place bouquets and flower arrangements in a cool, shaded area.
Also, be careful of areas where air conditioning drafts can cause dryness.
Nov 06, 2024
