Sweet Gestures on Sweetest Day

The origins of holidays and observances are often very different than you might expect. But in the case of Sweetest Day, its humble beginnings come from one of the very sweetest things you can do  - give candy to someone who is having a rough time. In the early 1900's, a group of candy executives got together and donated approximately 26,000 boxes of chocolates and other sweet treats to widows, orphans, and shut-ins. The publicity stunt was presented as a new yearly event, but cynics noted that it was little more than the companies looking to establish a new holiday which benefited their pocketbooks. Regardless of intentions, the Sweetest Day is still observed over 100 years later, especially in the Midwest and Northeast. However, the modern version entails doing anything nice for someone who may need support and encouragement. Blossom Flowers Shops has the flowers, candy & gift ideas you'll need to lift their spirits.  Read More about Sweet Gestures on Sweetest Day »

Hauntingly Beautiful Halloween Flowers

Halloween isn't necessarily known for its beauty, but the latest floral designs are about to change all that. Blossom Flower Shops is at the fore of a growing movement to showcase hauntingly beautiful Halloween flowers. Whether you want to spruce up your doorstep for the trick-or-treaters or treat a loved one to a fresh bouquet of gloriously ghostly blooms, there's a surprising number of options available in every harvest hue. Read More about Hauntingly Beautiful Halloween Flowers »

Fun Design Featuring Fall Flowers

Flowers are used for many purposes - we send bouquets for birthdays, arrangements for sympathy, and designs for congratulations. But sometimes, we love the idea of simply enjoying fall flowers for the sake of their beauty and aesthetics. This season, we celebrate the creativity of floral design, as evidenced in the artistry of the floral design experts at Blossom Flower Shops. From Yonkers to White Plains, we are your local source for all things floral! Read More about Fun Design Featuring Fall Flowers »

Boss’s Day Plants & Gifts

It is estimated that we spend between 25% and 35% of love's waking hours working. With such a large portion of our existence involving the workplace, it is easy to see why a great boss can make such a huge difference. In 1958, Chicago State Farm Insurance employee Patricia Bays Haroski was so inspired by her boss that she petitioned the government to set aside October 16 (her dad's birthday) as a day to recognize supervisors and employers who were doing a great job; in 1962, Illinois governor Otto Kerner made it official. At Blossom Flower Shops, we help you year-round in recognizing amazing people from Yonkers to White Plains. On National Boss's Day, we are here to help you to thank those leaders who make work a great place to be. Read More about Boss’s Day Plants & Gifts »

Harvest and Fall Seasonal Flowers

Even with the temperatures dropping, the colors of autumn tend to warm things up a bit - their fiery colors and warm hospitality are perfect to decorate our homes for the season. The experts at Blossom Flower Shops are inspired both by the radiant foliage and the rich tones of fall seasonal flowers and have created an online collection designed to bring this ambiance into your space.  Read More about Harvest and Fall Seasonal Flowers »

Flowers & Plants for Housewarming Gifts

Experts estimate that this year, nearly 50 million people will relocate to a new residence. That means that many more people will have new neighbors as well! If someone new recently settled into your neighborhood, you may want to make them feel at home with a friendly smile and a beautiful gift from Blossom Flower Shops. Interesting Trivia: Housewarming gifts are so named because, in the days before electricity, a family moving into a new home would receive armloads of firewood from friends and neighbors, in order to keep their house warm through the winter.  Read More about Flowers & Plants for Housewarming Gifts »

Choosing Formal Flowers for Homecoming

Corsages and boutonnieres date back to the early 1800’s, but that doesn’t mean that your homecoming flowers have to be old-fashioned! In fact, the floral designers at Blossom Flower Shops are dedicated to creating contemporary, unique florals which… Read More about Choosing Formal Flowers for Homecoming »

Grandparents Day Flowers

Is there anyone in our lives who hold a more special place than grandparents? No matter what name we give them, or where they live - we cherish these very special members of the family. That is why setting aside a day to celebrate them seems like a great idea to us! Grandparents Day is September 10 and was originally the idea of a woman named Marian McQuade. A mother and grandmother herself, Marian didn't envision a commercial holiday, rather she thought that a day to bring the generations together would allow us to share stories, impart wisdom and teach history. It was also an opportunity for younger generations to show respect, love, and gratitude to their families.  Blossom Flower Shops appreciates the idea of bringing people together and celebrating family, and have the perfect Grandparents Day flowers for the occasion.  Read More about Grandparents Day Flowers »

Floral Bouquets for September Birthdays

When it comes to birthday bouquets, inspiration can come from anywhere. You may wish to celebrate September birthdays with their favorite flowers, or perhaps a balloon arrangement captures the essence of their fun personality. You may send a lavish design showcasing their favorite color - or you may opt to take a more traditional route. The birth flower of September is the aster, and the birthstone is the sapphire. Both of these can provide a great starting point for creating a gift flower.com/gifts/balloothey will love. The team at Blossom Flower Shops loves to create beautiful bouquets and arrangements for every occasion. but there is just something special about a birthday. This month, consider sending sapphire blue flowers or colorful fall asters to honor your loved one's big day.  Read More about Floral Bouquets for September Birthdays »

Delivering Flowers Just Because

Every day, most of us follow a practice routine. We have habits and appointments, rituals and schedules. Our days are sectioned out in day planners and organizers - but did you ever wish you could just break free for a few hours? August 27th gives us a great opportunity to do something "just because" - no rhyme, no reason, and no agenda. Whether you want to play hookey from work, indulge in a guilty pleasure at your favorite restaurant, or to surprise someone with flowers, Just Because Day is your chance. The team at Blossom Flower Shops thinks we all need a little more spontaneity in our lives! Giving flowers is often tied to a specific event, milestone or occasion - so have an arrangement delivered "just because" is a gorgeous way to not only change things up a bit but to bring a smile to someone's face - even your own! Read More about Delivering Flowers Just Because »