Kissing Day - romantic flowers for 6 July
International Kissing Day: meaning, flower ideas, and the most romantic gestures
Romantic flowers
On 6 July, Kissing Day is celebrated around the world - the perfect occasion for a romantic surprise. Flowers and kisses have always gone hand in hand.
Where does Kissing Day come from?
International Kissing Day originated in Great Britain and has been celebrated worldwide on 6 July since the 2000s. A playful holiday - but also a lovely occasion to make your partner smile.
The most romantic flowers
- Red roses: The universal message of love. A single long-stemmed rose - classic and irresistibly romantic.
- Peonies: Lush, sensual, and irresistibly fragrant. By July, however, they are only available as imports.
- Pink roses: Gentle affection - romantic without the heaviness of deep red.
- Jasmine: An enchanting fragrance, traditionally associated with sensuality and romance.
- Gardenias: "You are beautiful" - admiration in its purest form.
- Lavender: Calming and aromatic - for relaxed romance in summer.
Romantic surprise ideas
- A single rose: Place it on the pillow in the morning. Simple, but effective.
- Bouquet of flowers + handwritten love letter: In the age of WhatsApp, a real little letter is pure gold.
- Picnic with flowers: A summer picnic in the park - with a small bouquet of wildflowers as table décor.
- Flower delivery to the office: A surprise at work — makes the whole day feel special.
- Hand-picked flowers: Brought back from a walk — costs nothing and means everything.
The best surprise: "Flowers for no reason" make the biggest impact. But Kissing Day is a charming occasion that hardly anyone has on their radar — and that is exactly what makes the surprise even greater.
Flowers & Kisses in History
- Mistletoe: The most famous link between flower and kiss. Whoever stands beneath the mistletoe gets kissed — a tradition that has been alive since the Middle Ages.
- Victorian Era: If a man gave a woman a red rose and she accepted it, it was considered the equivalent of a kiss — at a time when public affection was frowned upon.
- Tulip Mania: In Ottoman tradition, red tulips were seen as a declaration of love — a first date often began with a tulip.
Romantic Bouquets at MO BLUMEN Vienna
Roses, peonies, and love messages — hand-tied and delivered in Vienna.
Frequently Asked Questions
On July 6 — the same date every year. International Kissing Day comes from Great Britain and is celebrated around the world.
The red rose is the most classic choice — for centuries, it has been the symbol of romantic love and passion. Gardenias ("You are beautiful") and jasmine (sensuality) are also a perfect fit. The mistletoe branch is the most traditional "kiss symbol" in the plant world.
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