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Flowers and their Different types of chocolate to Givers’ guide to jewelry
various meanings give this Sweetest Day Sweetest Day and

Valentine’s Day is a
Flowers can great opportunity to
represent various bring a little sunshine
emotions. Flow- into a special some-
ers play a promi- one’s life. Nestled be-
nent role in many tween the end of the
and holidays, per- holiday rush and the
haps none more beginning of spring
than Sweetest’s renewal,
Day. Gifts that accom-
Sweetest’s pany romantic sen-
Day and Valen- timents expressed
tine’s Day are a on can make these
busy dasy for flo- holiday’s that much
rists. ProFlowers more memorable.
says it accounts The National Retail
for most of the Federation says that
industry’s fresh around 20 percent of
flower sales. celebrants are expect-
Around 78 per- ed to buy jewelry as
cent of the flow- gifts. CNN reports
ers purchased are Chocolate is a popular gift on Sweetest Day and Valen- that Americans spent $4.7 billion on jewelry in 2018.
cut flowers, and tine’s Day. According to the Nielsen Company, Valentine’s Jewelry is a personal gift and one that should be present-
men are the top consumers. Day is the third busiest holiday for chocolate sales, follow- ed with care. These tips can help Sweetest Day and Val-
Roses are the go-to flower on, but shoppers can look to ing Halloween and Easter. entine’s Day celebrants as they give that special someone
various blooms to send the right message to that special More than 70 million pounds of chocolate are purchased jewelry.
someone in their lives. In fact, each type of flower conveys each year and offered as gifts. Chocolate connoisseurs can • Opt for jewelry only if you’re in an established rela-
its own unique message. learn more about the different types of chocolate to find the tionship. Roma Designer Jewelry says jewelry can “speak”
ProFlowers and Pickup Flowers note that the following one their loved one will find most appealing. commitment without saying a word. Those who are living
are some popular blooms and the messages those flowers are • Milk chocolate: Milk chocolate is produced with low together, have been dating for some time or married couples
traditionally associated with. levels of cocoa and high amounts of sugar and milk. In ad- are good candidates for exchanging jewelry, which can re-
• Amaryllis: This flower is symbolic of splendid beauty dition, it contains cocoa butter and chocolate liquor. Milk inforce couples’ commitment to one another.
and can be used to indicate worth. chocolate often is made up of 3.39 percent butterfat, 10 per- • Mark milestones. Use jewelry to celebrate not only
• Aster: The aster symbolizes patience, elegance and cent chocolate liquor and 12 percent milk solids. Sweetest Dayand Valentine’s Day, but also milestone
daintiness. • Semi-sweet chocolate: Semi-sweet chocolate is largely events. Jewelry can be given on a special birthday or anni-
• Calla lily: This bloom symbolizes magnificence and an American creation and term. It contains at least 35 per- versary in commemoration of children being born and other
beauty, as well as purity and innocence. That is why Calla cent cocoa solids and is darker than sweet dark chocolate. special moments.
lilies are often the flower of choice in wedding bouquets. The amount of sugar varies across brands. • Take note of style. Scour social media posts or peek
• Carnations: These are one of the most popular flowers • Bittersweet chocolate: Bittersweet chocolate typically inside an existing jewelry box to use as a visual guide for
in the world and are generally symbolic of love and fasci- contains at least 50 percent chocolate liquor, but some will clues regarding the style of jewelry your partner prefers.
nation. have between 70 and 80 percent. The sugar content is un- This makes shopping easier and increases the chances the
• Daffodil: Daffodils symbolize regard and chivalry. They regulated, so one manufacturer’s bittersweet may not be as item will be a hit.
• Pay attention to allergies. Metal allergies are a consid-
also can be indicative of rebirth, new beginnings and eternal bitter as another’s. eration when purchasing jewelry. Earrings tend to be the
life. A single daffodil can signal misfortune, while a bunch • Baking chocolate: Also known as bitter chocolate, this biggest culprits for allergic reactions because posts are in-
expresses joy and happiness. is pure chocolate liquor made from ground cocoa beans. It serted into the earlobe. If you’re unsure if your partner has
• Gerbera daisies: With large, beautiful blooms in a wide may look like chocolate, but it is used in recipes where it is a metal allergy, stick to sterling silver and 14k gold. Always
assortment of vibrant colors, gerbera daisies are a favorite combined with sugar. It should not be eaten on its own. opt for nickel-free materials.
flower for cheerful sentiments. • White chocolate: White chocolate has cocoa butter but • Plan in advance. Many jewelry stores run sales through-
• Gladioluses: These tall, striking flowers are eye-catch- no chocolate liquor or cocoa products. Therefore, it is not out the summer and the fall, so shoppers can get jewelry
ing and make great gifts for significant others. The gladiolus truly chocolate. at a discount at these times. Stay informed of special deals
symbolizes honor, infatuation and strength. • Candy coating chocolate: This has no cocoa butter and through a favorite jewelry retailer by signing up for emails.
• Iris: Irises represent faith, hope and wisdom and are uses vegetable or palm oils in the recipe. It often is used in Engraving time may be longer around special Days, so plan
cherished for their big, beautiful blooms. dipping or enrobing because of its excellent melting ability. accordingly.
• Peony: This flower, which resembles a rose, symbolizes • Couverture chocolate: In the United States, the ideal • Stick with simple classics. Those who are unsure what
a happy life, happy marriage, prosperity, and good health. standard for couverture chocolate involves a minimum of to buy can opt for simple, classic items. Stay away from
• Rose: Roses symbolize love in its various forms, and 35 percent cocoa solids and 31 percent cocoa butter. This anything with a lot of color or beading. Small, delicate items
different colors of roses symbolize different things. For ex- chocolate is tempered and used when coating ingredients or tend to have universal appeal.
ample, yellow roses represent care and friendship, while dipping items in chocolate. Jewelry is a popular gift. When buyers put the time in to
pink roses are given as a token of admiration. Chocolate shines on Valentine’s Day. Gift givers can se- find the right piece, they can be confident knowing they’ve
Flowers are popular gifts. Choosing a flower that best lect a chocolate variety that appeals most to their recipients’ given that special someone an item they will cherish for
represents the feelings gift-givers want to convey can incor- palates. years.
porate even more meaning into a bouquet or basket.