Short answer: Choose red roses for a clearly romantic, dramatic gift and pink roses for a softer impression that suits mothers, friends and thank-you gifts. The recipient’s taste and your card message matter more than any fixed rule.
Choose red roses when you want a strong, dramatic colour; choose pink when you want a softer overall impression. Neither colour has to follow a strict rule about who can receive it. The recipient’s taste and the message you include are more useful guides than a fixed list of flower meanings.
When red is the right starting point
Red gives a bouquet a clear focal colour. Classic 20 Red Roses keeps the decision straightforward, while Forever Together adds baby’s breath and a border of white roses. The white border changes the visual contrast even though red remains central to the design.
For an anniversary, think about the person’s preferred style: simple and flower-focused, or more decorative. A familiar favourite colour often makes a stronger personal choice than increasing the size purely for effect.
When to consider pink
Blush Romance Rose Bouquet offers 20, 40 and 60-rose sizes. Its listing notes that shades can vary slightly with seasonal availability while maintaining the overall style and value. If you are matching a specific dress, party theme or room colour, discuss that requirement before ordering rather than expecting an exact screen-to-flower match.
Use the card to make your intention clear
A brief message distinguishes a romantic gift from a birthday surprise or a thank-you. Mention the occasion or a detail you appreciate about the recipient. There is no need to rely on rose colour to communicate everything on its own.
Make the practical choice too
Consider where the bouquet will go after it is received. A larger design can be a wonderful presentation but needs room during transport and display. Compare the actual size options and construction on the product page, especially when ordering for an office or restaurant.
Flower Empire requires at least 24 hours’ notice for roses. For delivery in Toronto or elsewhere in the GTA, confirm the address, date and charge with the florist. The right bouquet is one that suits both the recipient’s taste and the way they will enjoy it.
Designs mentioned in this guide
Compare red and pink by price
- Classic 20 Red Roses: $149 to $164.
- Forever Together Rose Bouquet: $249 to $449, red roses with baby’s breath and a border of white roses.
- Endless Love Rose Bouquet: $269 to $469 across 40, 60 and 80 red roses.
- Blush Romance Rose Bouquet: $149 to $349 across 20, 40 and 60 pink roses.
Choose by occasion
- Anniversary or Valentine’s Day: red roses give a clear romantic message.
- Mother’s Day or a thank-you: pink roses are the more common choice for gratitude and warmth.
- Birthday: go by the recipient’s favourite colour and add a card that names the occasion.
- A first gift: a smaller 20-rose bouquet in either colour keeps the gesture warm without overstating it.
Colours depend on the season
Rose colours and varieties are subject to seasonal availability. If your preferred shade is unavailable, we contact you before making any substitution, so mention a dress, party theme or room colour when you order.
Red or Pink Roses FAQ
Are pink roses less romantic than red?
Pink is gentler, not less meaningful. It is often chosen for a new relationship or for someone who prefers soft colours.
Which colour suits a mother?
Pink roses are the more common choice for mothers because they signal gratitude and warmth.
Can I mix red and pink?
Contact us before ordering to ask about colour changes, since roses depend on seasonal availability.
Will the pink match a photo exactly?
Pink shades vary slightly with the season, so discuss exact colour needs before ordering.
How much does a red rose bouquet cost?
Classic 20 Red Roses is $149 to $164, and larger red bouquets range up to $469.
How much does a pink rose bouquet cost?
The Blush Romance Rose Bouquet starts at $149 for 20 roses and goes up to $349 for 60.
What happens if my colour is unavailable?
We contact you before making a substitution.
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