On January 18, 2018, the United States Postal Service issued the Love Flourishes First-Class Mail stamp as part of the popular Love series. The stamp features a charming design created by artist Anna Bond, who hand-painted the artwork using gouache on paper.

The stamp art depicts a fanciful garden filled with an array of vibrant and colorful flowers. These flowers surround the word “Love,” which is elegantly written in cursive script. The artwork has a whimsical and retro feel while maintaining a timeless quality.

The flower garden showcases stylized roses, peonies, and dahlias in shades of pink, coral, and yellow. Additionally, there are pale blue-green berries and gold fronds and leaves, adding to the overall visual appeal. The combination of these elements creates a joyful and uplifting design that celebrates the beauty of love.

Art director Greg Breeding is credited with the stamp’s overall design, ensuring a cohesive and visually striking composition. The Love Flourishes stamp was issued in a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) pane of 20 stamps, making it convenient for sending First-Class Mail.

This stamp is a wonderful choice for expressing love, affection, or appreciation on various occasions, such as Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or simply sending heartfelt messages to loved ones. Its vibrant and artistic design adds a touch of beauty and cheer to any correspondence.