1-800-FLOWERS.COM to Release Fiscal 2005 Second Quarter Financial Resu

    Business Editors/Internet Writers

    WESTBURY, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 12, 2005--1-800-FLOWERS.COM (NASDAQ: FLWS), a leading multi-channel retailer of thoughtful gifts for all occasions, today announced that the Company will release financial results for its fiscal 2005 second quarter (ended December 26, 2004) on Tuesday, January 18, 2005. The press release will be issued prior to market opening and will be followed by a conference call with members of senior management at 11:00 a.m. ET.
    The conference call will be available via webcast from the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at www.1800flowers.com. To listen to the call via the Internet it is recommended that interested parties go to the web site prior to the start time to download and install any necessary audio software. For those unable to listen to the webcast live, an indexed recording of the call will be posted on the Investor Relations section of the Company's web site within two hours of the call's completion. A replay of the call can be accessed via telephone beginning at 2:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday, January 18, 2005 through midnight Wednesday, January 19, at: 1-888-203-1112 (domestic) or 1-719-457-0820 (international). Enter confirmation code: 5943071.

    About 1-800-FLOWERS.COM(R)

    For more than 25 years, 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLWS) has been the leading innovator in the floral industry, taking the extra step to help people connect and express themselves quickly and easily with exquisite floral gifts crafted with care by renowned artisans and the nation's leading florists, as well as distinctive non-floral gifts appropriate for any occasion or sentiment. The Company provides gift solutions same day, any day, offering an unparalleled selection of flowers, plants, gourmet foods and confections, gift baskets and other impressive unique gifts. As always, satisfaction is guaranteed, and customer service is paramount with quick, convenient ordering options, fast and reliable delivery, and gift advisors always available. Customers can shop 1-800-FLOWERS.COM 24-hours a day, seven-days a week via the Internet (http://www.1800flowers.com); by calling 1-800-FLOWERS(R) (1-800-356-9377); or by visiting a Company-operated or franchised store. The 1-800-FLOWERS.COM family of brands also includes home decor and garden merchandise from Plow & Hearth(R) (1- 800-627-1712 or http://www.plowandhearth.com); premium popcorn and specialty treats from The Popcorn Factory(R) (1-800-541-2676 or http://www.thepopcornfactory.com); gourmet foods from GreatFood.com(R) (http://www.greatfood.com); children's gifts from HearthSong(R) (http://www.hearthsong.com) and Magic Cabin(R) (http://www.magiccabin.com) and wine gifts from The Wine Tasting Network (www.ambrosiawine.com and www.winetasting.com).

    Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements:

    A number of statements contained in the Company's scheduled January 18, 2005 press release and conference call, other than statements of historical fact, may be forward-looking within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the applicable statements. For a more detailed description of these and other risk factors, please refer to the Company's SEC filings. The Company expressly disclaims any intent or obligation to update any of the forward looking statements made in the scheduled conference call and any recordings thereof, or in any of its SEC filings except as may be otherwise stated by the Company.

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CONTACT: 1-800-FLOWERS.COM Investor Contact: Joseph D. Pititto, 516-237-6131 invest@1800flowers.com or Media Contacts: Ken Young, 516-237-6102 kyoung@1800flowers.com

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