March 8^th is International Women’s Day, where around the globe we take a moment to celebrate social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. Did you know that International Women’s Day has been around since the first gathering in 1911?

There are so many inspirational women throughout history who have helped shape the world we live in now. From Florence Nightingale, Cleopatra, Rosa Parks to Anita Roddick, these women challenged what they were told, stood up for what they believed in and helped make changes.

Five inspirational quotes for International Women’s Day

Quote 1:
“There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish.”
– Michelle Obama

Quote 2:
“Every time you smile at someone, it is an action of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing.”
— Mother Teresa

Quote 3:
“The most courageous act is still to think for yourself. Aloud.”
- Coco Chanel

Quote 4:
“I believe in being strong when everything seems to be going wrong. I believe that happy girls are the prettiest girls. I believe that tomorrow is another day, and I believe in miracles.”
- Audrey Hepburn

Quote 5:
“It’s possible to climb to the top without stomping on other people.” 
– Taylor Swift

How to get involved

This years theme for International Women’s Day is Choose to Challenge (raise your hand and #ChooseToChallenge). By choosing to raise your voice, challenge what people do or say, change can happen. How will you be getting involved this year? Head on over to International Women’s Day website for more information on this years theme and how you can take part.

Flowers to send on International Women's Day

This year we cannot get together like we normally would to celebrate International Women’s Day. But you can still mark the special day for an inspiring woman in your life. Perhaps your manager at work has made a real positive impact on your learning, a friend has started a women’s network, or a super mum who has tackled busy life.

Here at Magnolia the Florist we have the perfect flowers you can send on International Women’s Day. The colours of purple, green and white are the colours of International Women’s Day so our Pimlico bouquet is the perfect option to send – a mix of seasonal flowers such as white roses, purple lisianthus and lush green foliage. Add your card message to be delivered along with the flowers, explaining why this woman has inspired you in 2021!