The photograph captures a poised and gentle condolence bouquet placed in a simple, clear cylindrical vase, its stems neatly aligned and visible through the water. Above this transparent base, several creamy white roses form the main focal points, their petals opening slowly in rounded spirals, the texture plush and almost luminous in the soft light. Interlaced among these roses are elegant alstroemeria blossoms in shades of purple, lavender and cool mauve, some still in bud, others half-open, creating a rhythm of shape and colour that feels both natural and carefully considered. The petals of the alstroemeria are slender and slightly curved, with hints of green at their base, suggesting the freshness of flowers just brought in from a garden near Herne Hill's tree-lined streets. Wisps of white baby's breath thread through the bouquet, their tiny blooms forming a gossamer-like layer that blurs any harsh lines and fills negative space with softness. Surrounding the blooms is a generous mix of lush greenery, including broad, glossy leaves and finer, linear foliage that arcs around the flowers, adding depth, structure and a sense of quiet abundance. The backdrop is a clean, diffused white, with no discernible details, allowing the soft whites and purples to stand out clearly while maintaining a calm, meditative mood. Nothing about the arrangement shouts; instead it speaks in low, steady tones of comfort and sympathy, the sort of piece a family in Herne Hill might choose to send for a funeral service or to a loved one's home. Through its balanced composition, gentle colours and careful craftsmanship, the bouquet offers a visual expression of respect, remembrance and understated love.
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A calm and graceful sympathy arrangement stands in a simple clear glass vase, as though set on a small table in a Herne Hill flat where natural light spills gently across the room. The bouquet is anchored by several fully open white roses, their petals soft and velvety, turning outward in generous spirals that shift from creamy ivory at the centre to pure white at the outer edges. Surrounding these central blooms, delicate clouds of white baby's breath create a fine, misty texture, each tiny flower blurring the transitions between the larger roses and lending the whole design a sense of airiness and light. Threaded through this gentle haze, alstroemeria stems rise and curve, some bearing tightly closed buds and others revealing petals touched with soft lavender and pale purple tones, with faint striped markings that provide subtle visual interest without disturbing the arrangement's quiet mood. At the base, broad, glossy green leaves have been carefully wrapped around the main cluster of flowers, forming a supportive collar that feels both protective and refined, while slimmer bright green leaves emerge here and there, adding height and a whisper of movement. The clear cylindrical vase holds fresh water and shows the long, straight green stems gathered together in a tidy bundle, secured just above the waterline with an understated band to keep the rounded, hand-tied shape intact. The softly blurred, pale background keeps the focus firmly on the flowers, enhancing the sense of peace and reflection. Crafted with the sensitivity of an experienced local florist, this bouquet feels perfectly suited to offering gentle condolences in Herne Hill, bringing a living, elegant tribute to times of remembrance.

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Purity and simplicity is the best description for this hand-tied. Cream ivory roses and royal purple alstroemeria, accompanied with white gypsophila and aspidistra leaves will express your deep honour and sorrow.

This arrangement contains the following flowers:

  • cream ivory roses
  • royal purple alstroemeria
  • white gypsophila
  • aspidistra leaves

Original size bouquet pictured. 

 Vase pictured is for illustration purposes only.

5 day of freshness Guaranteed. To ensure the longevity of your flowers they will be delivered in bud, so you can watch them bloom in front of your eyes.


Next day delivery is available for orders placed before 4 pm.

Substitution policy:
As flowers may be seasonal, we reserve the right to substitute any flowers not currently in stock. To ensure customer satisfaction, flowers will be substituted with a flower similar size and colour of the same or superior style, quality and value.


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