Flowers have always been a great way to celebrate special occasions. But maybe it’s time to think differently and not wait for a special occasion to send someone flowers.

This summer, as we delight in spending more time outdoors with family and friends, enjoying our summer vacations and the warm weather how about the idea of sending someone flowers as a goodwill gesture as continuation of a joyful summer. This idea is the basis for the 1-800-Flowers.com campaign ‘Summer of Smiles‘.

As the world’s leading floral & gift shop, 1-800-Flowers.com is once again launching its ‘Summer of Smiles‘ campaign, encouraging its customers across the nation to send someone they know a bright bouquet of summers flowers and gifts that will leave a smile on their face – no special occasion required.

The ‘Summer of Smiles’ campaign will have 1-800-Flowers.com team up with various celebrities and renowned personalities throughout the summer to surprise fans and deliver smiles to unsuspecting customers. 

To encourage as many people as possible to participate, 1-800-Flowers.com is hosting a ‘Summer of Smiles’ sweepstakes to reward those who know how to make someone smile. Starting July 1, 2010, customers can submit who they would like to send a smile and why and be entered for the chance to win the Happy Day Bouquet™.  No purchase necessary to enter or win.

For more information on the ‘Summer of Smiles’ sweepstakes visit www.1800flowers.com/smile.

Here a just a few of floral arrangements designed to celebrate the summer holidays:

Summer Rose Mix Bouquet– Bright orange, yellow and green colors radiate from this 18-stem bouquet that is bound to bring some extra sunshine to someone in your life

Berry Beautiful™ – A vibrant combination of carnations, roses, and daisy poms arranged in a hand-designed berry bowl is a reminder of summer fruits and the sweetness of the season

To view the full summer flower collection visit www.1800flowers.com.

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