The Carmel Florist

 Sooo...she still makes your heart go "pitter-patter" and it's your anniversary.

You want to impress her with the amount of love-inspired research you have done regarding the perfect flowers and gift to give. 

So...what are the answers?

Let me provide you with a lesson in Anniversary Flower & Gift Giving 101

Within this page you will find information to assist you in your quest to create the most romatic, well-planned celebration of marital union ever!!!

You can thank me later. (Seriously. I prefer dark chocolate)

What do the different rose colors symbolize?

RED ~ True Love, Passion, "I love you"

WHITE ~ Purity, Peace, Innocense

PINK ~ Grace, "Thank You", Admiration

YELLOW ~ Friendship, Joy

ORANGE ~ Desire

PEACH ~ Modesty, Gratitude

BLACK ~ Death, Goodbye

LAVENDER ~ Puppy Love

 BUT...if you want this florist's humble opinion, don't lock yourself into sending her roses. Are red roses for an anniversary traditional?  Absolutely.  Could you make a more personal choice?  Yep!

Does she have a favorite flower or favorite colors?  If so, focus on that information when choosing a design.

 Re-creating the bridal bouquet in a vased presentation for your anniversary is a very romantic, thoughtful option, also.

 Here is a list of some websites for your continued education...

www.yourtango.com

www.lovetips.org

www.sosuave.com

www.askmen.com

www.happywivesclub.com

TRADITIONAL ANNIVERSARY GIFTS ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

1st ~ Paper
2nd ~ Cotton
3rd ~ Leather
4th ~ Linen
5th ~ Wood
6th ~ Iron
7th ~ Wool
8th ~ Bronze
9th ~ Copper
10th ~ Tin
11th ~ Steel
12th ~ Silk
13th ~ Lace
14th ~ Ivory
15th ~ Crystal
17th ~ Turquoise
20th ~ China
25th ~ Silver
30th ~ Pearl
35th ~ Coral (or jade)
40th ~ Sapphire
50th ~ Gold
55th ~ Emerald
60th ~ Diamond
65th ~ Blue Sapphire
70th ~ Platinum
75th ~ Diamond

 To those of you who have been blessed enough to celebrate your diamond anniversary.....

CONGRATULATIONS!

You have my deepest respect and admiration!!!