Some things are classic for a reason. For example: Heart-shaped boxes of chocolates, snuggling up for a rom-com binge, and sending flowers on Valentine's Day. Be it in celebration of your romantic relationships or a token of affection for the friends and family who fill your heart with joy, a bouquet brings a beautiful touch to love's number one holiday.
Of course, that also means that bountiful blooms can be harder to come by when February 14th rolls around. Fortunately, many enterprising florists and plant shops have made that aspect easier, offering up chic and sentimental flower arrangements that can be ordered online and sent directly to the ones you love. And to take even more stress out of the day, we've rounded up some of the prettiest blooms and where you can buy them, so you'll have all of your bases covered by the time those Valentine cards start showing up.
Long-Stemmed Roses
Sometimes classic is classic for a reason. Put together a bouquet of long-stemmed red rose and your Valentine won't be mad about it. For an extra touch, mix red with pink roses, which represent poetic love and admiration
Purple Orchids
These delicate, exotic flowers are a beautiful gift and, unlike a typical bouquet, orchids can last for years, blooming each spring as a special reminder of your relationship.
Sunflowers
These cheerful beauties are the perfect flowers to send your mom or a friend to brighten their day. Bouqs pairs these oversize blooms with dusky pinks and soft purples for a sunny and sophisticated pairing.
Rose Lilies
Crisp, creamy lilies are unexpected but ultra-sophisticated. Mix these with roses for a unique bouquet or let them stand out on their own. Lilies represent joy, which is exactly what they will deliver to anyone lucky enough to receive a bouquet.
Pink Tulips
A brilliant bouquet of pink tulips is the perfect gift to give to your true love. While every color of tulip has a different meaning, pink ones are meant to symbolize care and affection.
Dried Florals
This delightful Seussical bouquet is perfect for Galentines and Valentines alike. The dried florals will last forever and with every purchase from the Valentine's Day collection, East Olivia will donate a portion of the proceeds to Childhood USA, an organization founded by Her Majesty Queen Silvia of Sweden.
Alstroemeria
A symbol of devotion and friendship, the alstroemeria flower is a relative of the lily and possesses and subtle scent that your loved one will adore.
Daisies
Daisies always make us think of You've Got Mail's Kathleen Kelly (Meg Ryan): "Don't you think daisies are just the friendliest flower?" The white blooms are a happy reminder that spring is just around the corner and that you love your friendly Valentine more than you can say.
Calla Lilies
For a moody Valentine, the chic and understated midnight Calla Lily might be more her speed. These long-stemmed burgundy calla lilies are total showstoppers.
Carnations
These white ruffled flowers make for an affectionate bouquet. They might get a bad rep as a supermarket filler flower, but invest in a luxurious bunch and their true beauty—and subtly spicy scent—blooms.
Anemones
The anemone, a bright and peppy floral, is not a traditional Valentine's Day choice, but it's certainly fresh. Delicate and unexpected, the plant is known to symbolize protection, and is a great way to subtly tell your loved one that you care.
Ranunculus
The bright, eye-catching ranunculus represents attractiveness and charm and is a perfect way to tell someone they've caught your attention. Ranunculus are perfect for the person who lights up a room, since these flowers do the same.
Olivia Hosken is the deputy managing editor of House Beautiful, where she oversees operations across the brand's print and digital platforms. She also writes about design and architecture and was previously the style & interiors writer at Town & Country and the managing editor of Dwell.
