FLORISTS are bracing for one of the busiest days of the year as Melburnians rush to make public declarations of love on Valentine's Day.

And when it comes to flowers, it is hard to go past red roses, as apprentice florist Lorraine Blythe can attest.

The 19-year-old had her hands full yesterday helping make final preparations at Infullbloom, South Melbourne.

There's definitely love in the air; a survey ranks Melbourne among the world's most romantic cities. Accommodation website Wotif.com surveyed almost 2000 clients globally to find their opinions on Valentine's Day.

Europe picked up six of the top 10 destinations, with Venice pipping traditional favourite Paris for top spot. Melbourne, the only Australian city, was ninth.

Declare your feelings to your own someone special in the Herald Sun's Messages of Love.

For the first time, readers can upload a free online video message when they buy a three-line notice. The best videos will be shown at Federation Square tomorrow.