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The Daily Orange
Say I love you by buying
flowers online
College students say I love you in all different ways, from going out for a nice dinner to purchasing an imaginary gift on Facebook. However, the gift of flowers touches a loved one in ways that other gifts cannot. From the vibrant colors to the captivating fresh scent, flowers cause the heart to race and bring a feeling of joy throughout their entire body. Make this year extra special for the person you love, by buying flowers online.
With the busy schedules of college students (especially Syracuse University students), it can often be difficult to set aside time to go shopping for that special person. Fortunately, with the advent of the Internet, shopping and making someone feel special is easier than ever before. There are now thousands of Web sites devoted to flowers and floral arrangements. But, which Web site should you choose? Where should you start?
When searching for flowers online, it is best to read customer reviews to find out about others? experiences with each online merchant. Web sites such as bizrate.com and resellerratings.com provide a ranking system which tells you the average overall experience and in some cases they provide individual customer comments. For example, if you do a quick look up for proflowers.com on bizrate.com, you will find that over 475,000 customers rated the store with a ?Good? rating.
Additionally, family and friends can share online merchant experiences with you, as they may have purchased flowers online or know of others that have. Their insight may also help you to determine the right type of flowers to purchase, as there are so many varieties out there. From roses to tulips to sunflowers, the possibilities are endless, so sometimes having a second opinion can go a long way to helping you make the right decision.
A final tactic when searching for flowers online is to ask questions of the merchant directly. You should inquire about where your flowers are coming from, how long they are stored in a warehouse and most importantly find out about the customer service policy. It is imperative that the merchant stand behind their flowers, so that if your flowers are wilted or you do not receive the right order, that you will be able to get a replacement / refund in a timely manner.
Overall, when making a flower purchase online for a loved one, make sure your purchase your flowers from a well-respected merchant that stands behind their products. The best way to ensure this is to read up on customer reviews, talk with friends and family and ask questions of the merchants? customer service department. Purchasing flowers online should be an easy and trouble free experience for you and should be a joyous experience for the one you love. Bring out the smile of your loved one today by going online and purchasing flowers.
