With the holiday season approaching, it’s the perfect time to start brainstorming gift ideas, flower arrangements, and seasonal activities. Many brands offer exclusive discounts during this time, so it’s a great opportunity for shoppers to take advantage of these deals. Although there haven’t been any announcements about Black Friday sales yet, it’s worth looking back at some popular deals from last year to help set expectations for this year’s sales.

Flower deals and ideas
A bouquet makes a great addition to homes, regardless of the season. They especially add warmth and coziness during holidays and create a welcoming atmosphere. Here are some of the Black Friday deals that some brands ran last year.

1. Flower Explosion had several Black Friday deals on various selections of flowers from their inventory. These included Metallic Purple Roses starting from $79.98, Bulk Tinted and Rainbow Roses of 400 stems for $709.98, Snowy Blue Roses starting from $79.98, 50 stems of fresh red roses for $114.98, 50 stems of fresh white roses for $82.98. All these flowers were delivered fresh from the farm.

2. The Bouqs run discounts on various occasions, including Black Friday. They usually announce Black Friday Flower Deals early so that the shoppers can pre-order ahead of the holidays and get a timely delivery of the flowers they choose. There are various flower arrangements like Magnetic, which has 30% off on subscription and is priced at $35 after discount. Glowing is priced at $38, Pink and Pearl at $56, Sugar Rush at $38 and so on.

3. During last year’s Black Friday sale, 1-800-Flowers offered discounts of up to 50 percent on selected flowers. Some discounted options included Assorted Roses in a Luxury Posh vase, which were priced at $80 after a discount of $159. After a discount, two dozen red roses in a Luxury Posh vase were also available for $80. Finally, the Pink Petal Roses were available at a discounted price ranging from $41.59 to $67.99.

4. FTD also had some deals available for a short period. They had deals on their Fiesta bouquet ($60 to $120), sunkissed gerbera bouquet ($55), fresh for fall garden ($80), pumpkin spice succulent duo ($52), and also the yellow mini roses along with a card ($70).

5. For those looking for great deals on flowers for Black Friday, look no further than ProFlowers. They offer exciting discounts on various flower arrangements, bundles, and gourmet gift baskets, including roses, sunflowers, tulips, orchids, and more. Watch their website for new announcements about this year’s sale. Plus, one can use their same-day delivery service, making it the perfect place for any last-minute flower shopping.

Gift deals and ideas
This is when many people exchange gifts right after Thanksgiving or even start their purchases for the holiday season weeks before. Many gift ideas for him and her are a popular category this holiday season, so browse several options before choosing one that suits one’s requirements.

6. Wolferman’s bakery had various gift basket ideas for him, her, and the whole family. Some popular choices included the Holiday Bakery Gift Box for $79, Pumpkin Spice Super Thick English Muffins of 6 packages for $34.99, Grand Berry Breakfast Box for $89, Christmas Morning Gift Tower for $59, and so on. They also had a Relaxing Coast and Coconut Spa set for $59, a Soothing Charcoal spa basket for $59, and more.

7. Glossier also had some Black Friday gift deals for her where one could get products under $100. The Glossier Cloud Paint Duo makes up for $0 for 2, Glossier Eau de Parfum for $68.

8. Dermstore offered gift deals on Slip Pure Silk Pillowcases for queen size, designed to help reduce wrinkles and frizz from hair. The original price of the pillowcase is $89, but with the gift deal, one can save some money. Additionally, Dermstore has Skyn Iceland Hydro Cool Firming Eye Gels priced at $34 for eight pieces. These patches are designed to hydrate and stimulate circulation under the eye area, keeping the skin moisturized and healthy.

9. Amazon had some exciting deals for gift ideas for him, including Sennheiser Momentum 3 wireless headphones for a $238 discount on Amazon. The Timex Weekender watch was also on sale for $32 on the e-commerce site, and the popular product Panasonic Arc5 electric shaver was also on sale at $195 when the original price was $250.

10. GQ was also giving away a Winter Best Stuff Box for $50 with items worth over $200 in them for men. Some of the items included a soft beanie, winter goodies, and some skincare items as well.

Shoppers are advised to subscribe to newsletters from their favorite brands to understand what the deals for flowers and gifts might look like on Black Friday this year. These newsletters may announce sale dates and offer close to the Black Friday weekend. Additionally, it’s a good idea to keep an eye on the social media accounts of these brands to stay updated on any new developments.