The results support a common perception that purchases of luxury items, like flowers are based on emotions rather than need. For someone like me, it's the aesthetics of a floral arrangement that is appealing. However, I am not sure the purchase of flowers always based on desire. I am sure some people feel they absolutely need to send flowers on Valentine's day or Mother's day, lest they be considered unloving.
I would like to gauge what my readers feel about this matter. What are your top luxury purchases usually? Why do you tend to buy flowers? Do you think it is a necessity or a passing desire?