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"Flowers... are a proud assertion that a ray of beauty outvalues all the utilities of the world." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Author: Jerry Lee
Date: Dec 31, 2009 - 2:55:06 AM
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The Secret of Flowers as a Gift Idea
Secrets of Giving Flowers
By Jerry
The Reason Why Flowers Are Such Sought After Gifts
"Flowers... are a proud assertion that a ray of beauty outvalues all the utilities of the world." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Giving flowers to someone special is an experience which cannot be expressed in words. It is all about the rich feeling which springs from the heart. It is a source of pleasure which can be compared to none. Flowers are one of the best gifts for any occasion. Nothing can convey your emotions better than flowers. A single rose expresses the inner most feelings of the heart in a beautiful manner. An assortment of flowers convey many different types of feelings depending how they are arranged and the colours that are chosen. They are a way to expressing your feelings while enriching others with a sense of care and belonging.
The origin of the process of gifting flowers is obscured in history. It is a widely prevalent process cutting across countries, languages and cultures. Flowers were revered in ancient Greece as property of the Gods. In the other ancient cultures flowers were given to close ones as gifts. Flowers had a special importance in the Victorian times. They were used to convey eternal love. Lovers used to write a whole letter with flower petals to express their inner feelings. The form of expressing love changed with time and it gained momentum with the passage of every century to invade the space of almost each and every occasion.
In modern times, flowers are not only sent to women but it is gifted to men as well. A nice flower bouquet can be an exclusive gift for the man of your dreams. Even children nowadays get in to the act of wishing their dear ones with flowers. They present roses, gerberas or other vibrant flowers to their friends, class mates or their teachers.
While giving flowers as gift, the occasion for which it is being given is to be kept in mind. Roses can be gifted in a number of events. Red roses are taken to be the most romantic gift during Valentine's Day, Wedding Ceremony and Anniversaries. The colour red stands for "love" and "passion". Pink Roses can be sent to a lover on Valentine's Day because it signifies "romance". Yellow Roses can always be gifted to a special friend. White roses and other white flowers are generally apt for a funeral ceremony but on some occasions, they can be given on other happier circumstantes too. Lilies, Gerberas, Carnations and Orchids in bouquets, baskets and other arrangements can be given in an array of reasons and occasions. During events like Valentine's Day, Christmas, and Mother's Day flowers of different colours are prized gifts.
Assorted Flowers and Colours
A rich assortment of flowers are always special. Depending on the occasion, the assortment of flowers can be arranged in coloured theme so as to reflect the mood captured in the color palette. For example, a blend of delicate warm and cool colours with lavenders and deep red or pink creates a sense of intimacy, nostalgia and comfort where as an arrangements in pastel shades and the softest yellows, peaches, warm pinks, creamy whites and subtle greens communicate a sense of nurturing; safe, snug and loved.
Carnations
Carnations are wonderful flowers which are associated with love and fascination. A beautiful arrangement of carnations make life appear bright. Carnations as gift bring difference to life with a newfound freshness. Carnations are often used in arrangement during mother's day too.
Flower Bouquets
A bouquet of flowers are all about love and care. Flower Bouquets appear in exclusive shapes. There are heart shaped bouquets, flowers wrapped in attractive foils and other fascinating variants to express your heart. Flowers Bouquets are big sized arrangements for those with a big heart.
Flower Baskets
It appears really nice when you gift your loved ones flower baskets . Different flowers in attractive cane baskets of beautiful shape and design add a different and refreshing dimension to occasions. By adding a bear or box of her favaourite chocolate into the flower baskets can make the gift more meaningful. They are baskets filled with love.
Gift Baskets
Today, flowers are not given as gifts alone but can be given together with other gifts. Gifts ranging from wine, chocolates, fruits, bears, cakes or a combination of some of the mentioned are great gift ideas you can add into a gift basket. Beautified by the freshness of flowers, these gifts arranged together in a decorative basket could be given not just to loved ones, friends or colleagues but they can be given as corporate gifts too.
Flowers in a Vase
Imagine the beauty of a room where there is a vase filled with bright flowers! They define the decor and convey a sense of freshness. Flowers in fashionable vases are gifts to enrich the life of those you love.
Gerberas
Gerberas , one of the most colourful flowers, have the advantage of being kept in a vase for a long time. They don't wither away easily. Having beauty of their own, gerberas only fascinate.
Orchids
There is a lot attributed to the charm of orchids . They can be presented all the year round. Having amazing shapes and colours, orchids are gifts to win a persons heart. There are many species of orchids and the more common ones used as floral arrangements are the Dendoriums, Phalaenopsis & Cymbidiums.
Roses
The king of flowers are roses . Red, pink, yellow or white, roses are a class apart. A nice looking arrangement of roses can be sent for expressing love, friendship, apology, congratulations or condolences. Roses are exceptional gifts for different occasions. They communicate a lot in very short time.
Flowers Are Forever
Flowers are all about higher emotions. They bring smile to faces and spread a sense of happiness which stays for a long time. Celebrating occasions like new borns, birthdays and anniversaries with flowers is fun! Flowers are always there as trusted friends when love blooms between two individuals. In times of sorrow, flowers help in expressing condolences and sympathy. Flowers have even a greater role to play; they help in mending bridges in relationships when differences occur. They have innumerable roles to play in life, roles which are divine. Flowers speak a thousand words and a thousand more from the heart. The value and message that flowers carry are priceless and sometimes beyond one's expression. Flowers have been part of our lives since time in memorial and they will remain so in time to come.
Today sending flowers whether to someone within your neighbourhood or across the globe, it is as easy as a click again. Online flower shop such as 24hrs city florist delivers flower and gifts worldwide.
Jerry is a <a href="floristhttp://www.24hrscityflorist.com">florist</a> and operates an international online flower shop based in Singapore.
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