Friday, August 28 Fun National Day

Bow Tie Day Flowers

Flowers turn Bow Tie Day from a date on the calendar into a moment someone remembers. A hand-delivered bouquet says what a text never can — that you were thinking of a partner or someone special (romance) today.

Every year, Bow Tie Day rolls around in August — and it is commonly celebrated as a fun, unofficial national day. Whether or not you have marked it before, it is a genuinely lovely excuse to send flowers and make someone's day a little brighter.

What Bow Tie Day is known for

Bow Tie Day is commonly celebrated as a fun, unofficial national day. People mark it in all sorts of ways, but at its heart it is about taking a moment to recognize something — or someone — worth celebrating. Across August, florists often lean into themes like Back-to-school, friendship, self-care, late-summer color, which makes this a natural fit for seasonal, summer arrangements.

Why send flowers on Bow Tie Day?

Flowers are one of the most universally understood gifts there is. For Bow Tie Day, a bouquet is a way to say "I'm thinking of you" without needing the perfect words. It works for appreciation, celebration, encouragement, and everything in between. Sending flowers to a partner or someone special (romance), a close friend (friendship), a parent or family member (family connection) and a coworker or team (workplace recognition) is a warm, personal gesture — and ordering from a local florist means they arrive fresh, arranged by hand, and delivered with care.

Same-day flower delivery for Bow Tie Day

Left it until the last minute? You are in good company. Many local florists offer same-day flower delivery when you order before their afternoon cutoff, so a spontaneous Bow Tie Day surprise is absolutely doable. Find a florist near you, check their same-day cutoff, and let them handle the rest.

A florist's angle on Bow Tie Day

For the local flower shops on My Florist Network, Bow Tie Day is a ready-made reason to connect with customers. Use Bow Tie Day as a lighthearted reason to post, email, and keep daily engagement active.

If you are not sure where to start, bright summer bouquet, succulent garden and back-to-school desk plant all make wonderful choices for Bow Tie Day. Your florist can steer you toward what is freshest and most seasonal right now.

Best flowers for Bow Tie Day

  • Bright summer bouquet
  • Succulent garden
  • Back-to-school desk plant

Suggested bouquet & gift basket ideas

A summer hand-tied bouquet designed for Bow Tie Day
A lush vase arrangement built around bright summer bouquet
A flowers-and-gift basket pairing blooms with a treat or keepsake for Bow Tie Day

Who should you send flowers to?

A few thoughtful reasons — and recipients — for Bow Tie Day:

  • a partner or someone special (romance)
  • a close friend (friendship)
  • a parent or family member (family connection)
  • a coworker or team (workplace recognition)

Frequently asked questions

Is Bow Tie Day a good reason to send flowers? +

Absolutely. Bow Tie Day is commonly celebrated as a fun, unofficial national day, and flowers are a warm, thoughtful way to mark it — for appreciation, celebration, friendship, or simply to brighten someone's day.

What flowers should I send for Bow Tie Day? +

Popular choices for Bow Tie Day include bright summer bouquet, succulent garden and back-to-school desk plant. A local florist can recommend what is freshest and most seasonal.

Can I get same-day flower delivery for Bow Tie Day? +

Often, yes. Many local florists offer same-day delivery when you order before their afternoon cutoff. Find a florist near you to check availability.

Who should I send Bow Tie Day flowers to? +

There is no wrong recipient — a partner, a friend, a parent, a coworker, or anyone who could use a lift. Bow Tie Day is a great excuse to reach out.

Ready to send flowers for Bow Tie Day?

Order fresh, hand-arranged flowers from a real neighborhood shop — with same-day delivery available in many areas.

Create a custom bouquet today and support a local flower shop.