We’re taking Valentine’s Day back to 2006!
While everyone is nostalgic for 2016, we’re taking it back to 2006 baby!
Bring nostalgia back to the present in St. Louis this Valentine’s Day! Nothing is more romantic than doing something together. Grab a bite to eat at your favorite local spot in town (get flowers delivered to dinner if you really want to level up). Then get into a friendly competition at the arcade game bar or bowling alley. Catch the latest film, Wuthering Heights, at Hi Pointe Theater to end of your evening.
And most importantly, don’t forget to order your Rudy’s Flower Truck Valentine’s Day flowers by tomorrow Tuesday February 10th!
Best Valentine’s Day gifts for the lover in your life
With Valentine’s Day almost here and sneaking up faster than cupid's bow, it’s easy to put Valentine's Day gifts on the back burner. Between date plans, Galentine’s get togethers, travel, work, the economy, and everything in between, finding the perfect gift for your boo can quickly fall to the bottom of the list.
That’s where we come in! When it comes to thoughtful, romantic, or chivalrous Valentine’s gifts, we’ve got you covered.
Best Valentine’s Day Gifts For Your Lover
Classic Valentine
Our classic wrapped bunches are getting a makeover for Valentine’s Day. Select from a single, double, or XL in the color palette of your choosing! Choose from three different color palettes - classic red/blush, modern neutrals, or our wildcard - bright purples and oranges.
The XL Bouquet in Classic Red / Blush
Want to make an impression?
Wow your Valentine this year with our exclusive edition of The Cupid Post, which is included in each bouquet. Choose from three different color palettes - classic red/blush, modern neutrals, or our wildcard- bright purples and oranges.
The Will You Be My Valentine Bundle in Wildcard
Hopeless Romatic
A true rose classic. This tricolored rose bouquet brings a lasting romance made for the hopeless romantic.
The Tricolor Rose Bouquet
Valentine’s Day Add-Ons
Teddy Bear Add-On
Add a plush teddy bear to any flower order as a sweet gift to your Valentine, Galentine, or yourself!
Crown Candy Chocolate
Add on a half pound of Crown Candy’s chocolate covered strawberries or box of chocolates! We’re honored to partner with such an iconic name in the community.
Slowing Down in January: Setting Intentions and Finding Joy with Flowers
As we step into 2026, we’re setting goals and getting things done while remembering it’s okay if we don’t get to everything. We’re planning things to look forward to, keeping self care at the top of the list, setting our intentions, and then releasing them to the universe.
What the Rudy’s team is doing for self care this month
Lea & Marissa (our Gen Z’s)
“We’re busy setting goals, creating Pinterest vision boards, going to Lee’s Chicken and 7 Brew, being dirty soda connoisseurs, and living our best life.”
Brittany
(our Millennial)
“It’s a big planning season and I’m making space for the little things and scheduling things to look forward to. Weekly facials, favorite coffee shop dates, and an Avatar movie night.”
Mackenzie
(our Millennial)
“I’m making time for massages, weekly yoga, soaking in sunlight where I can, and creating vision boards for 2026.”
Have a wonderful start of 2026 and we can’t wait to continue serving our community with flowers as your St. Louis florist! Find us back at the flower trucks this spring at your local brunch spots and coffee shops. In the meantime, we offer flower deliveries Monday - Saturday and same-day shipping if you order before noon. We’re so grateful for how our community shows up for our small business and we strive to continue showing up for you too! With flowers, of course. :)
XoXo,
The Rudy’s Team
A Reflection Letter From A Women Owned St. Louis Business Owner
A Letter From The Owner
Rudy’s started from both a place of desperation and hope. I was 27 years old with a new baby and a 6 year old. I was working at a nonprofit in St. Louis and was on maternity leave. I knew something had to change. I needed to provide for both of my daughters and have a schedule that would allow me to still somewhat be their sole caretaker. I was looking for remote jobs when click bait struck and I stumbled across an article headlined “10 mobile business ideas out of food truck”. I had no business clicking that article but I did. Scrolling, I found a florist on wheels and was immediately intrigued. I became obsessed actually with the idea of bringing St. Louis’ first mobile flower shop to life. So obsessed in fact, that I put a bid in on ebay for a 1962 jeep truck three weeks later. When I woke up the next day I had won the bid. I was excited but then quickly realized I didn’t have the $3K to buy the truck and had to beg 3 of my family members to loan me $1,000 each. They said they didn’t think it would work but they’d do it anyway. And here we are 8 years later.
The original eBay listing photo of Rudy, St. Louis’ first mobile flower truck!
I knew St. Louis would work. I knew the city and its residents would love the truck and this idea as much as me. Why? How can you not! Flowers make everything better. They bring so much joy to those giving and receiving. And coming from a social work background it was important for me to do something that felt like giving back. I thought what a beautiful thing to give to the city. It’s my contribution. Rudy’s as a whole is my love letter to the city in a way. How much value can we add to people’s lives by making flowers more accessible and fun through the flower truck concept. Alot. It’s been 8 years and I’m incredibly grateful that we’re still here.
Rudy still as a baby flower truck, before the top covering and flower bucket shelving were added. This photo was taken during one of our early-on spring flower truck shifts in St. Louis.
2025 has been a rough year. Every year provides its own set of challenges but this year not only has business declined but the world has seemed to be on fire and in a constant state of chaos. I’ve thought about shutting down. My girls are 8 and 15 now and while people say it’s hard having babies, let me tell you it doesn’t get any easier as they get older. They need me more now than ever and so does the business. And as I've reflected and sat with some pretty difficult emotions over the last 3 months I realized we can’t. I can’t shut down. This is the time when finding the beauty in life’s simple pleasures matters most. We need reminders of beauty and positivity to keep going.
Rudy’s as it stands today, in all it’s flower beauty glory
So even though the trucks are closed for the season we’ll still keep going and be back open come this spring. Until then you can shop our flower delivery service or stop by our studio during the week.
We’d love to see you,
Brittany
Best Christmas Gifts From Rudy’s
With the holiday season officially here and approaching faster than we’re all ready for, it’s easy for your to do list to start feeling a little overwhelming. Between gatherings, travel plans, hosting, and everything in between, gift shopping often ends up at the bottom of the list.
That’s where we come in! When it comes to thoughtful, feel good gifts, we’ve got you covered. Keep scrolling for gift inspiration that feels personal, joyful, and stress free so you can check one more thing off your list and actually enjoy the season.
Best Gift Ideas For The People In Your Life:
For the friend who
deserves flowers on repeat
Ideal Gift: Flower Subscription
Having fresh flowers in your home is so easy with our flower delivery subscriptions! Our subscriptions come in a ton of options and is one of the most popular flower subscription gifts in St. Louis! It’s a simple way to bring fresh seasonal flowers straight to your home or to someone you love.
For the friend who’s a homebody
Ideal Gift: Rudy’s Cozy Gift Bag
The Cozy Holiday Gift Bag is the perfect holiday gift to someone special! It includes all of the essentials you need for a cozy winter day.
The gift bag includes:
Kakao vanilla bean fluffy marshmallows
Kakao milk chocolate hot chocolate mix
A bouquet of flowers
Adorable pink mug
For the diy-er friend
Ideal Gift: DIY Mini Wreath Kit
Give your people something festive and creative this holiday season! Our DIY Mini Wreath Kits are perfect for gifting or for a group activity.
What’s included:
supplies for 8” mini wreath
wire wreath frame
assorted Christmas greens
wreath accessories
wire for attaching items
detailed instruction card
Everything you need comes in one beautiful box so you can build a custom wreath from home or at an event.
For the friend always buying flowers
Ideal gift: flower tote + XL bouquet
Our signature tote bag is the perfect accessory to any outfit, and the most convenient, Earth-friendly way to carry your flowers home. When you bring your tote bag to the flower trucks, you will receive a 10% discount off your bouquet every time you visit.
For the friend who can’t make up her mind
Ideal gift: Flower truck gift card
For your Rudy’s loving friends, a flower truck gift card is always a win. Fresh blooms, fun truck visits, and the freedom to choose exactly what they love. It’s the kind of gift that feels thoughtful every single time.
Exclusive Rudy’s Stocking Stuffers:
Spinning Daisy Enamel Pin
Have you ever done the “they love me, they love me not,” with daisies? It kind of takes a long time to pull all the petals, though. And it’s so easy to just spin again if you don’t get the answer you want!
An enamel pin to add flair to your collar, jacket, or bag. Perfect for collecting, displaying, or gifting to a friend!
This interactive pin is made with hard enamel and polished gold-colored metal plating. It has two posts on the back for extra security, and comes with rubber clutch backings.
Rudy’s Truck Enamel Pin
if you know both a St. Louis and Rudy’s flower truck lover, this is the perfect stocking stuffer! This tiny but mighty pin could be showcased on purses, jackets, backpacks, hats, etc. And I don’t think I’ve seen a cuter pin than this one!
Nova Vita Clay Mosaic Earrings-Cream
Our girl at Nova Vita Co has done it again! We love the simplicity of these handcrafted mosiac clay earrings. These are great for the Rudy's lover, small business lover, and just a little pick me up. Available as an add on to any delivery or pick up.
STL Tee
All the St. Louis things you love on a tee shirt. This tee is perfect for fall & upcoming holiday gifting.
We recommend sizing up for a comfy oversized fit. Shipping is included in this price and is a flat rate of $8 for nationwide shipping. T-shirts will be shipped via USPS, just enter your shipping address at checkout.
5 Gift Ideas For Your Thanksgiving Host This Year
If you’ve been invited to a friends-giving, family gathering, Thanksgiving party, or whatever other event you’ll be a part of this Thanksgiving, make sure to say thanks! As most of us know, preparing everything for the biggest meal of the season is no simple task. If you want to make sure you aren’t that person who shows up without a gift of gratitude, we’ve got you covered!
Here are five thoughtful gift ideas guaranteed to put a smile on your hostess’s face and give her all the warm, fuzzy feelings.
For The Hostess Gift Box
The Harvest color palette bouquet and a bag of Pipers coffee. Yum!
Whether you're hosting, or heading over to celebrate with your loved ones, flowers and a gift are a great way to show your gratitude to the host! This flower arrangement comes paired with a bag of Piper’s Drip blend.
Comes in our Harvest or Chartreuse x Wine color palette.
2. Gratitude Gift Box
A beautiful table-scape with the gift box goodies included.
Be truly thankful this Thanksgiving season with our specially curated Gratitude Gift Box. This gift box includes a Classic Thanksgiving Centerpiece, a delicious Pumpkin Spice Chai Chocolate Bar, and a Pumpkin Latte candle that will fill your space with warmth and cheer. Centerpiece comes in our Harvest or Chartreuse x Wine color palette
3. Grand & Mini Garden Vase Arrangements
Pictured on the left is our Grand Vase Arrangement, and on the right is the Mini Vase Arrangement.
Our elevated Grand and Mini Garden Vase Arrangements are everything you need to take your Thanksgiving tables-scape from ordinary to extraordinary. Comes in our Harvest or Chartreuse x Wine color palette and is presented in a small crystal clear glass vase that you can reuse over and over again.
4. Our Newest Color Palette Bouquets
Pictured is our brand new Chartreuse x Wine color palette.
Whether it’s our Chartreuse x Wine, or our Harvest color palette, you’ve got to get your hands on one of these limited time bouquets! Our goal for creating the Chartreuse x Wine color was to create a more elevated, less traditional feel. A not your average Thanksgiving bouquet type of vibe.
5. Simple Add-Ons
Greeting Cards
These are the the perfect mix of sweet and sentimental, ideal for friends, family, or anyone who deserves a little holiday love. Comes with an envelope and a warm touch of autumn joy!
Pumpkin Spice Chocolate
Introducing your favorite fall drink in the form of a chocolate bar! It’s as delicious as it sounds.
Pumpkin Latte Candle
Bring on all the cozy fall vibes with this seasonal scented candle.
Bud Vases
Add a splash of color and charm to your Thanksgiving table setting with three fresh bud vases. Elevate your dining experience and celebrate the season with these beautiful floral accents.
Whether you bring a yummy piece of chocolate, a cute card, a cozy candle, or a beautiful bouquet, arriving with something in hand is a lovely way to make your host feel appreciated. A small gesture of gratitude can go a long way!
Where to place Thanksgiving florals
Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. It’s the only holiday that isn’t focused on gifts. It’s the holiday meant for gathering. For connecting. For catching up. For reflecting. Every year we think of new designs to incorporate into our Thanksgiving lineup. We think that flowers set the stage for any gathering. With Thanksgiving being the one holiday a year where the focus is solely on connection, the elements to this gathering are important. Creating a cozy, inviting atmosphere can change how your guests interact with one another. Here are a few ideas on what floral arrangements to select and where to place them for the biggest impact.
Choose the right piece for the right location. It’s the most important rule for creating a space that flows well together for your guests.
Wanting to make a statement as soon as guests arrive? Place our Grand Garden Arrangement on the entry table. Its height makes it a statement piece, leaving guests asking “Where did you get these flowers from?”.
Our long & lows are great for long table gatherings. They are stunning in their size and design. Height is key here. You want guests to be able to see each other while conversing. This design is low and close to the table. The unique design makes it a true conversation starter. Placing these at the dinner table is sure to have guests asking again “Where did you say you got these flowers?”.
Shown here is our bud vases trio, mini garden arrangement, & the mini paired with grand garden.
Spaces that get less attention but are as equally deserving of flowers include the kitchen & bathrooms. Yes, the prep is happening in the kitchen. Yes, it’s packed. But isn’t that where lots of us are spending our time. And then we know the guests follow into the kitchen with their drinks in hand to see if the host needs help. We suggest adding a small touch of flowers with our mini garden arrangement. It’s the perfect size for a kitchen sink window or kitchen island. Try adding one or three of our bud vases to the guest bathroom. Placing them on the top of the toilet, sink, and windowsill to adds an unexpected touch of elegance.
Spooky Roses for Halloween
Spooky season is upon us and what better way to celebrate than with black magic roses. They’re the perfect Halloween bouquet.
Does Halloween call for flowers? Absolutely! When our buyer brought these roses to our attention we knew we had to get them for you. Our incredible Black Magic Roses are more stunning in person. They have an almost velvet touch. They are versatile in that you can make them spooky, cute, or sophisticated depending on how you choose to style them.
Not sure what you want to do yet? Order the classic wrapped bunch.
Wanting something more cutesy? Do the roses with the lavender ceramic vase.
Feeling spooky? Add the orange ribbed vase. This was our team’s favorite way to display them!
Shown displayed in orange ribbed vase and as a classic wrap.
Wedding week gifts
Gifts for those special brides to be!
Fall is the new wedding season. For the past 5 years we’ve seen an uptick in nuptials taking place in September and October. And it makes sense. St. Louis is a city of seasons with fall being a spectacular one.
With more bride to be’s, we’ve noticed some trends. Our favorite trend is sending the bride to be congratulation flowers during her wedding week. Our top picks for this included our congrats box, any of our garden arrangements, and seasonal bouquets.
