02/13/2021
As a wedding & event florist, I don't do daily deliveries so Valentine's Day is not a holiday that keeps me busy. However, I know this weekend is HUGE for shops that do daily deliveries! I know the amount of work it takes to have a successful Valentine's Day in a flower shop & I want to shout out all the florists working their blooms off right now! 🌹
So, here's some ways you can show appreciation for your LOCAL florist:
➡️ First & most importantly, support your LOCAL florists throughout the year! Watch out for order gathering websites--they take a huge cut from local florists. Call the actual florist or make sure it is their website you're ordering from, not any site with a 1-800 number listed to call.
➡️ If you purchase or receive a bouquet that made your day, tell them that!! Tag them on social media, leave a positive review, and/or recommend them to friends 👍
➡️ Follow them on social media & interact with their posts. The amount work & love put into every pretty picture of bouquets you see often goes unappreciated. Show some love for floral artistry!
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➡️ If you have a florist in your family or friend circle, give them a gigantic hug this week.. and maybe a basket of spa goodies. I guarantee their hands & feet will be burning & blistered.
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➡️ Tip your delivery driver. Valentine's Day is bananas, & drivers are sent in a thousand different directions throughout the week. They often have to use their own vehicle, gas & phone data to find unknown places. Tipping is optional & unexpected, but always appreciated! Think of it the same way as ordering a pizza. If you're the one ordering the flowers, ask if you can tip the driver ahead of time. If you're the recipient & feel inclined to do so, then go for it! It will make the day of the driver, guaranteed!
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