Send Sweetest Day Flowers with The Bouqs Co.
Think of Sweetest Day as Valentine's Day's laid-back cousin: all the sweetness, none of the pressure. Celebrated on the third Saturday in October every year, the holiday traces back to Cleveland circa the early 1920s, when a group of local candymakers handed out treats to orphans, hospital patients, and others who might otherwise not receive many gifts. Today it's especially big across the Midwest and Great Lakes, as a chance to show appreciation to a partner, a best friend, a parent, or anyone who makes your life a little sweeter.
Candy is a fine traditional option for the occasion, but flowers last a whole lot longer than a box of chocolates! At The Bouqs Co., our Sweetest Day bouquets are sourced from our farm partners and often arrive in bud form, so they open up over the following days instead of fading on arrival. From romantic red rose bouquets to soft pastel mixes and bright, sunny arrangements, we've designed options for every kind of sweet gesture.
Dependable Sweetest Day Flower Delivery
Sweetest Day lands on a Saturday, so plan ahead to make sure your flowers arrive on time. We offer next day flower delivery on many of our best-selling bouquets and same day delivery in select cities and their surrounding areas. We recommend you schedule your Bouq a day early so it has time to open before the big day. Working within a budget? Our affordable flowers prove you don't need to spend a lot to make someone's week. And if one sweet gesture a year doesn't feel like enough, a flower subscription keeps the good stuff coming, with savings of up to 30% off standard prices and free shipping.
The Best Flowers for Sweetest Day
Sweetest Day isn't strictly romantic, which means there's room to match the bouquet to the relationship. Here's where to start:
- Red roses are the go-to for partners and spouses. They say "I love you" without needing a card to do the talking.
- Pink roses feel sweet, gentle and grateful. They're a great fit for moms, sisters, grandparents and close friends.
- Sunflowers bring warm, golden autumn energy and a big dose of cheer, ideal for a friend who always shows up for you.
- Lilies look elegant and smell even better, making them a thoughtful pick for anyone who appreciates something a little more polished.
- Mixed bouquets in candy-shop colors like peach, blush and coral lean into the holiday's sugary roots without a single cavity.
- Plants are a sweet, long-lasting option for the green thumbs in your life, and they'll keep growing long after October.
Sweetest Day Flowers FAQs
Not at all! While many people celebrate with a significant other, the holiday started as a way to bring joy to people who were often overlooked. A bouquet for a friend, a parent, or a neighbor is right in the spirit of the day.
Prices vary by bouquet and size, but we even have options as low as $50 or less. You can also sign up for an account to unlock exclusive discounts on shipping, or start a subscription and save even more on each delivery!