Tall and striking, this bouquet balances modern minimalism with garden-romance in a slender, elongated silhouette. Bold white calla lilies form the primary vertical notes; their satiny petals catch and reflect light, carving soft shadows and clean lines through the arrangement. Around them, deep magenta peonies burst open in velvety waves, their richly ruffled petals providing tactile contrast to the callas' sleekness. Anchoring the middle is a single creamy white rose - its compact spiral of petals reads as a quiet centre of sincerity amid the more flamboyant flowers. Delicate sprays of white stock and larkspur reach upward with clustered florets that add movement and a sense of air, while fine baby's breath breathes lightness between heavier blooms. The foliage assortment, from slender fern-like stems to broader fresh green leaves, knits the colours together and enhances depth. Everything sits in a clear glass vase whose gentle curve and visible stems reinforce the arrangement's fresh, authentic feel; the water line and shadow of stems create a living foundation for the composition. As a floral designer based in Dulwich, I picture this arrangement complementing a special birthday table or standing as a refined centerpiece after a walk along Lordship Lane or a morning spent at Dulwich Park. It's a statement of celebration and thoughtful craft - structured yet lush, with texture and scent that unfold like a small season in bloom.
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This vase arrangement reads like pure celebration: elegant white calla lilies arc upward with cool, porcelain-smooth trumpets, their pale yellow spadices catching soft light and guiding the eye through the composition. Around them, vivid magenta peonies explode in velvety ruffles - two fully open peonies anchor the lower half with sumptuous texture while a tighter bud on a slender stem promises another swell of perfume and colour. Creamy white roses nestle low, their tightly spiralled centres offering a classical counterpoint to the peonies' exuberance. Wisps of Gypsophila (baby's breath) are scattered through the bouquet, lending a cloudlike lightness that cradles each bloom and softens the stronger shapes. Taller vertical movement comes from spires of white larkspur, their clustered florets adding graceful height and a slightly ethereal line against the clear white backdrop. Lush green foliage - a mix of fern-like fronds and broader glossy leaves - frames the flowers and makes the magenta feel fresher, more luminous. The glass vase is gently curved and full of water, its transparency revealing stems and knots of life beneath the surface, while the arrangement sits in a bright, neutral setting that highlights every petal and shadow. The overall mood is joyful and refined, a bouquet that would suit a birthday, new beginning, or a congratulatory moment. As a local touch, imagine this bright, uplifting selection arriving from a Dulwich florist after a morning run through Dulwich Park or a visit to Lordship Lane - a keepsake of occasion and neighbourhood warmth. A lush, upright bouquet sits in a clear, fluted glass vase against a clean white backdrop, the scene lit with soft, diffused studio light that highlights each petal and the cool clarity of the water and stems. Several tall, ivory calla lilies rise like sculpted trumpets, their satiny spathes curving with a whisper of green at the throat; they lend a refined, architectural line to the composition. Nestled beneath and around them are large, magenta peonies-rich, ruffled and almost luminescent-two fully open blooms forming deep, velvety focal points and a single tight bud promising a later reveal. Creamy white roses with tightly furled centers add a classical softness while upright stems of fragrant white stock thread vertical texture through the middle, their clustered florets offering gentle perfume and a cottage-garden note. Feathery sprigs of tiny white baby's breath knit the blooms together like stardust, giving air and lightness to the denser flowers, while fern-like foliage and broader green leaves provide a fresh, layered base and natural contrast. The transparent vase offers a quiet honesty-clean stems, visible water, and a sense of immediacy that speaks of freshness and careful care. This arrangement feels both gracious and relaxed, suited for a small dinner on a Dulwich Village table, to grace a mantel in an East Dulwich home, or to be given as a thoughtful gift after a weekend at Dulwich Park. The scent-softly floral with a hint of green stem-complements the visual calm, making it exactly the kind of bouquet a local florist would place on a table where people linger and remember.

HOPELESS ROMANTIC£65.00

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Celebrate grand romance with our HOPELESS ROMANTIC bouquet from Flowers Dulwich. This luxurious arrangement blends rich purple peonies with elegant white calla lilies, classic white roses, scented stock and delicate gypsophila for a truly dreamy, soft and romantic look. Each stem is carefully selected for freshness and quality, creating a premium bouquet that makes an unforgettable anniversary, birthday or just-because gift.

Handcrafted in Dulwich by our expert florists, the HOPELESS ROMANTIC bouquet is delivered in bud so you can enjoy watching the flowers unfurl and bloom over several days. We guarantee at least 5 days of freshness, ensuring your thoughtful gesture lasts. The sophisticated white and purple colour palette suits modern homes and traditional interiors alike, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.

Perfect for saying "I love you", "I'm thinking of you" or "thank you", this bouquet offers a beautiful balance of texture, fragrance and style. Next day flower delivery is available across Dulwich and surrounding areas for orders placed before 4pm, so you can surprise someone special right on time. Please note the vase is not included and is shown for illustration only. If some blooms are out of season, we'll thoughtfully substitute with flowers of similar colour, size and value, maintaining the same romantic, premium feel of your arrangement.
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    I love Handy Flowers. Their flowers are always splendid. The flowers I got yesterday were fresh and full of colour.

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    Everything without a purple accent is boring for me and I`m so happy my boyfriend remembers that. Thank you for this beautiful bouquet!

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    I usually find flower arrangements to be outdated and formal. My wife, on the other hand, absolutely adores them! She recently ordered a bouquet of fresh flowers that she hoped would impress me. While I am yet to become a fan of flowers I must say this bouquet was very tasteful and modern and I am now more open to the idea of having flowers around the house.

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    Brilliant! Delivered the flowers on time.

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    Ordered this fabulous bouquet for a delivery in Birmingham and was pretty amazed by their services. Fast, easy and convenient!

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