A tall, elegant vase arrangement that balances sculptural simplicity with garden luxuriance: white calla lilies stand proudly at the heart, their satin-smooth trumpets and pale yellow spadices offering clean lines and a cool, refined scent. Flanking them is a vertical cluster of white stock, its profusion of small florets creating gentle volume and a textured backbone for the display. Bold magenta peonies provide the arrangement's emotional centre - two fully open, lavish blooms with ruffled, velvety petals sit low and forward, their deep fuchsia tones drawing the eye, while a smaller, tightly furled bud hints at a second act. Nestled close to the base, a creamy white rose lends classic restraint with its tight spiral of petals, harmonising with airy sprigs of baby's breath that float like tiny stars between stems. Lush greens, from feathery fern-like fronds to broader leaves, frame the flowers and add a fresh, living depth. The clear glass vase is gently curved and filled with water, subtly revealing stems and the floral mechanics that make the bouquet feel organic and genuine; soft daylight casts natural highlights across petals and leaves. As an experienced florist in the Temple neighbourhood, I picture this arrangement gracing a small riverside flat near the Embankment or serving as a thoughtful anniversary or congratulations gift for someone leaving the Inns of Court - it reads both formal and joyful. The overall impression is one of poised celebration, fragrant softness, and considered craftsmanship.
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A carefully composed vase of celebration, arranged with an eye for both modern line and garden romance. Cool white calla lilies rise like sculpted porcelain trumpets from the centre, their pale yellow spadices adding a subtle, polished contrast to the surrounding blooms. Around them a tall column of white stock lends vertical movement and soft, clustered texture, while two sumptuous magenta peonies sit open and generous in the lower plane, their velvety ruffles catching light and scent in a way that suggests early summer afternoons. A smaller magenta bud on a visible stem promises another unfolding moment, and a creamy white rose tucked near the base offers a classic, tight spiral of petals that calms the bolder shapes. Wisps of baby's breath weave through the composition like a delicate, cloud-like veil, and mixed greenery - from slender fern-like fronds to broader, glossy leaves - gives depth and a lively fresh green backdrop. The clear glass vase, gently curved and filled with water, shows the stems and lends an honest, familiar freshness to the piece; soft studio light creates gentle shadows that emphasize texture and form. As a local Temple florist I'm thinking of presentation for milestones - a birthday, anniversary, or a thoughtful congratulations - and of how the scent of honeyed peonies and the cool calla notes will greet a recipient stepping out near Temple Station or along the Victoria Embankment. The overall effect is one of poised joy: refined, tactile, and ready to comfort or celebrate with equal grace. A graceful, upright bouquet sits in a clear, fluted glass vase against a clean white backdrop, composed with the quiet confidence of a skilled florist. Several ivory calla lilies rise above the composition, their smooth, trumpet-shaped spathes curving with a soft green blush near the throat and catching the light like porcelain. Below them, lavish magenta peonies unfurl in generous ruffles-two fully open, jewel-toned blooms anchoring the lower left and right, while a tighter bud promises a later reveal. Soft, creamy white roses with tightly packed petals nestle into the center, adding a classic, velvety contrast. Vertical sprays of white stock thread upward through the bouquet, their clustered florets giving a gentle, fragrant lift and a cottage-garden texture that balances the larger forms. Delicate clouds of baby's breath (Gypsophila) weave between stems, lending an airy, starlit softness, while fern-like fronds and broader green leaves give structure and a fresh, leafy base. The transparent vase reveals clean stems and water, reinforcing the arrangement's freshness and careful construction. In soft, diffused studio light the colours read true-the bright, pure whites against the deep magenta peonies create a sophisticated, slightly dramatic palette that still feels warm and intimate. I imagine this arrangement as a centerpiece for a thoughtful dinner at a riverside flat near the Victoria Embankment, or as a refined gift delivered to a small office on the Strand; its scent mixes gentle sweetness with a crisp green note, offering comfort and celebration in equal measure. This bouquet is designed to sit quietly at the heart of a moment-elegant, tactile, and memorably beautiful.

HOPELESS ROMANTIC£65.00

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Celebrate timeless romance with the HOPELESS ROMANTIC bouquet from Temple Florist in Temple. This luxurious hand-tied arrangement features rich purple peonies paired with elegant white calla lilies, classic white roses, scented white stock and delicate gypsophila. The soft white tones and deep purple blooms create a sophisticated, dreamy look that's perfect for anniversaries, birthdays, proposals or simply saying "I love you".

Each bouquet is carefully arranged by our expert florists and delivered in bud, so you can enjoy up to 5 days of freshness as the flowers gradually open and reveal their full beauty. Our premium stems are selected for quality, colour and longevity, giving you a bouquet that feels truly special and indulgent.

Vase pictured is for illustration purposes only, allowing you to style your bouquet in your favourite container at home. As some flowers are seasonal, we may substitute blooms with similar colours and varieties of equal or greater value to ensure your bouquet always looks stunning. With reliable next-day delivery available on orders placed before 4pm, it's easy to surprise someone special with luxury flowers in Temple and surrounding areas. Order the HOPELESS ROMANTIC bouquet today and let Temple Florist help you express your warmest feelings in the most beautiful way.
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    My favorite bouquet! It's magical! Received it this morning - no problems at all!

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    The flowers are truly amazing!!!! Received them this morning and I can't tell you how happy I am!!!

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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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