Men & Flowers

Embarrassment Factor

Many British men are embarrassed to be seen with a bunch of flowers, although it is a common sight on the Continent. Telephone ordering of bouquets can overcome this problem, but the Association's advice is not to be coy! Our surveys show that women have very positive feelings towards men carrying flowers, considering him a thoughtful, romantic and loving kind of guy, and are often jealous of the man's partner for receiving such a lovely gift - it could boost your rating in the popularity stakes to be seen with a bunch of flowers!

Flowers are Feminine

Don't just think about buying them for your female friends and relations - why not buy flowers for yourself? More and more men are receiving flowers from their partners for Valentine's Day and birthdays. Men are also beginning to buy them for their homes too - a bright vaseful of flowers can cheer the spirits and add a splash of colour (or detract from less-than-perfect housekeeping). As more flower types appear in the shops the variety widens - there is something for everyone, whatever their tastes. Interesting textures of seedpods and berries; bright bold colours of dahlias and gerbera; or glossy green tropical foliages are all suitable ideas for a more "masculine" arrangement. Indeed, even traditional flowers in the new bright bold colours are a suitably stunning gift for a man or a welcoming arrangement in his home.