GERMINI
Bursting with the brilliance of freshly gathered Gerbera daisies, this bouquet abounds with joyful spirit, reflecting the lively energy of Old Ford's community. Large, velvety-petaled daisies in shades of golden yellow, burnished orange, and lush magenta come together in a carefully hand-tied cluster, each blossom's dark, espresso-hued center lending dramatic contrast. Arranged with sprigs of tactile, verdant foliage, the bouquet sits gracefully in a clear glass vase filled with pristine water, capturing that sense of renewal found along the Regent's Canal on an early spring morning. The wrapping-a rustic yet refined combination of natural kraft paper and glossy, transparent cellophane-suggests a gift gathered with affection from a favourite florist near Bow. A piece of textured twine wraps softly around the bouquet's base, from which a small tag dangles, bearing a rose emblem that calls to mind Old Ford's rich tradition of artisan craft. In the gentle local sunlight, each hue is amplified, illuminating the vase atop a fresh white table. This composition is thoughtfully arranged to convey warmth and congratulations, the sort of bouquet perfect for a milestone, get-well wish, or to lift the spirits in any East End home. The sensory interplay-petal softness, breezy scent, gentle light-embodies not just a bouquet, but a memory of Old Ford's vibrant floral heritage.
SUNNY GARDEN
£49.00
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ENGAGED DUO
ENGAGED DUO
£65.00
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A bright, uplifting floral display sits centre stage on what appears to be a clean white tabletop, the sort you might find in a cosy Old Ford kitchen looking out towards the canals by Victoria Park. The clear glass vase is classic and gently rounded, filled with water that magnifies the tidy bundle of green stems inside, showing the care with which the bouquet has been prepared. Around the neck of the vase, a piece of rustic natural twine is tied in a simple bow, from which hangs a small white tag adorned with a pretty pink rose motif and soft green lettering, hinting at a personal, hand-finished touch from a local florist. Bursting from the vase is a lush, rounded arrangement where large gerbera daisies in deep fuchsia and magenta command attention, each bloom centred with a dark, velvety eye that adds depth and drama. Around them, smaller chrysanthemums display petals shaded from intense purple to clean white tips, all encircling bright yellow centres that lend a cheerful, almost sunlit quality. Cream-toned white roses, some in tight buds and others slightly open, are tucked between the more vivid flowers, their silky petals offering a sense of calm and quiet romance. Airy sprigs of white baby's breath weave throughout, creating tiny constellations of blossoms that soften the overall look. Fresh, glossy green leaves peek from behind and beneath, framing the composition and giving it a freshly gathered feel, as though it has just arrived from Old Ford Florist on a same-day delivery run through nearby Bow and Mile End. To the right of the bouquet, a gleaming silver-edged heart-shaped foil balloon leans in, its white centre filled with colourful, patterned letters spelling "Love n' Hugs 24-7" in playful pink, purple, and blue tones. The softly blurred, bright background keeps all attention on this thoughtful pairing of flowers and keepsake balloon, perfect for celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, or simply sending a hug in floral form across Old Ford.
LOVE AND HUGS
£65.00
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Bathed in soft natural light against a pure white backdrop, this hand-tied bouquet reads like a slice of summer sunlight you can hold. Dominating the rounded design are several large, open roses in a spectrum from molten orange to honeyed gold, their layered petals offering juicy, velvety texture and a warm, heady scent. Interspersed among them are fluffy coral and peach carnations whose frilly, densely packed petals create plush volume and a comforting tactile contrast to the roses. Sprightly gerbera daisies in apricot and soft peach lift the arrangement with broad, flat faces and green-yellow centres that add lively focal points. Flecks of tiny white filler blooms-reminiscent of freesia or small spray flowers-dot the composition, brightening the warmer tones and adding delicate airiness. Pale green, star-like filler clusters and slender sprigs echo through the bouquet, while round, silvery eucalyptus leaves provide cool, aromatic counterpoints and a graceful, organic silhouette. The stems are gathered and tied neatly at the base in a hand-tied style that suggests freshness and care, perfect for presentation or gentle arranging into a vase. As a local florist, I imagine handing this to a customer collecting on Old Ford Road or delivering across Mile End and nearby Victoria Park-an arrangement meant to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, or to bring a quiet lift to a friend's kitchen table. Texturally rich, softly scented, and visually warm, it feels like a carefully considered, neighbourhood-made gift that radiates cheer without fuss.
BRIGHT KISS
£55.00
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A classic white floral corsage is shown resting on a light-toned wrist against a simple white background, every botanical detail captured with calm clarity. Dominating the piece is a large white Gerbera daisy, its numerous, satiny petals radiating outward from a bright yellow-green centre that gives the bloom a lively, almost sunlit heart. Complementary to the Gerbera are smaller, cushiony white spray flowers - delicate chrysanthemum-style clusters and soft lisianthus buds - layered to create depth and a whisper-soft silhouette. Rich, dark-green ruscus leaves are tucked behind and around the blooms, their glossy surfaces lending a sculptural backdrop that makes the whites appear even purer and more luminous. The cluster is fastened to the wrist with several strands of pearl beads, a refined touch that catches light and adds a nostalgic elegance without overpowering the flowers. The overall impression is one of serene celebration: cool, crisp, and poised. As a local florist in Old Ford, we often pair this style with gowns for weddings at nearby venues or prom photos by Victoria Park's gates; Old Ford Florist can prepare this same design for same-day delivery across Old Ford and adjacent streets like Old Ford Road or along the Roman Road. The corsage smells faintly of fresh green foliage and sweet petal dust, a small wearable memory for a ceremony, dance, or milestone that will be seen and remembered.
DREAM COME TRUE WEDDING CORSAGE
£72.00
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A hopeful, locally crafted 'Good Luck' arrangement photographed against a bright white background to let every detail speak. The bouquet, arranged with the kind of considered balance we favour at Old Ford Florist, fills a clear glass vase wrapped with a simple twine bow; you can see the green stems through the water, the mark of fresh, properly conditioned flowers. The palette is soft and reassuring: powder-pink roses sit among warm peach-orange Gerbera daisies with their characteristic dark brown centres, fine sprays of white gypsophila drifting through like froth, and compact white-and-lime chrysanthemum clusters that add a modern, crisp note. Lush dark-green foliage frames the blooms and gives weight to the display. In the foreground to the right, a round silver foil balloon glints, decorated with scattered blue and pink hearts, yellow and blue stars, and tiny colourful crosses; "Good Luck!" is written in buoyant, multi-coloured letters, with the two O's in "Good" replaced by sunny yellow smiley faces - one winking, one playfully tongue-out - which brings an immediate smile. The lighting is soft and neutral, emphasising petal texture and the balloon's metallised surface. This composition-evoking the optimism of a parcel from Roman Road Market or a send-off near Victoria Park-feels perfect for graduations, interviews, or sending a neighbour a gentle boost of confidence.
GOOD LUCK COMBO
£60.00
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Carefully arranged and photographed on a stark white background, this dense, hand-tied bouquet reads like a small celebration for the senses, the kind I might place on a windowsill overlooking Roman Road Market. Several large magenta Gerbera daisies dominate the composition, their concentric petals radiating from dark, almost intricate central discs; their colour is a vivid, fuchsia-leaning magenta that brings instant cheer. Interspersed among them are creamy white roses, their layered petals tightly furled at the heart and gently opening toward the edges, offering a soft, familiar scent and a timeless romantic counterpoint to the gerberas' exuberance. Deep purple Alstroemeria or Peruvian lilies thread through the bouquet, their trumpet-like shapes and spotted throats contributing delicate pattern and a subtle exotic note. Lush green foliage - a combination of broad glossy leaves and more linear, sword-like greens - builds volume and sculptural support, catching light to create pleasant highlights and soft shadows. A clear glass vase is slightly visible at the base, giving weight and balance to the arrangement without stealing focus. The overall mood is joyful yet elegant, suited for gifting, hosting, or quiet remembrance; it feels at home in a flat near Victoria Park or delivered locally across Old Ford. As a florist who arranges daily for neighbours, I note the freshness, the tactile variety of textures, and the care in balancing colour so the bouquet reads beautifully from every angle.
MESMERIZING HARMONY
£49.00
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Soft morning-like illumination sculpts a lush birthday bouquet that would feel at home on a mantel in Old Ford or beside a picnic blanket in nearby Victoria Park. The arrangement centers on several fully opened pink roses, their velvety petals graduating from a faint blush at the edges to a richer pink near the heart, each bloom suggesting a quiet, affectionate sentiment. Interlaced among the roses are generous pale-pink Gerbera daisies, their broad petals forming cheerful rosettes with warm cream-and-yellow centres that lift the palette. Sprays of vivid purple statice (or limonium) are woven through the composition, their papery clusters adding a lively, textural contrast to the softer petals. Delicate white filler blooms and abundant glossy green foliage ground the bouquet, the leaves' sheen and layered placement giving the display a natural, garden-fresh fullness. The stems are visible in a clear glass vase with a slightly flared base, water glinting faintly and reinforcing the feeling of freshly cut stems. Nestled to the lower right is a cake-shaped mylar balloon: white frosting effect, blue piped icing along the top edge, scattered rainbow sprinkles and four striped candles-purple, red, orange and blue-each topped with a tiny yellow flame. Across the balloon's face "Happy Birthday" is spelled in playful, multicoloured letters, and a small "KALEIDOSCOPE" mark is printed at the bottom. Crafted with the same attention my team at Old Ford Florist gives every order, this bouquet and balloon pairing reads as a thoughtful local gift - floral grace paired with a jaunty celebratory accent, ideal for birthdays across Roman Road and the surrounding streets.
PINK DAZE & BIRTHDAY BALLOON
£70.00
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A lavish birthday bouquet and balloon pairing glows in gentle daylight, evoking the feeling of a surprise delivery arriving at a doorstep in Old Ford. The focal point is a tall, clear glass vase, its surface catching subtle reflections while revealing sturdy green stems gathered neatly inside. Rising from the vase, a generous bouquet bursts with colour, led by striking Gerbera daisies in rich fuchsia and magenta. Their wide, symmetrical petals encircle dark, inky centres, giving the arrangement a bold, modern edge. Nestled among them are numerous pink roses in varying stages of bloom: tight, promising buds, half-open spirals, and fuller blossoms that show off soft, layered petals, each one suggesting a gentle fragrance and a sense of affection. Fine clusters of deep purple filler flowers thread through the arrangement, creating visual depth and a delicate contrast to the warmer pink tones. Lush green foliage, including broad, glossy leaves and finer stems, frames the flowers, rounding out the bouquet with a fresh, garden-inspired feel that a local florist near Old Ford Road might create after an early-morning market run. Around the base, translucent pink cellophane or tissue rises above the rim of the vase in soft, crinkled folds, wrapping the stems like a pastel cloud. Tied with a loop of rustic twine, a small off-white gift tag hangs from the vase, ready for a handwritten birthday message. In the foreground to the right, a round Mylar Happy Birthday balloon completes the ensemble. Its white background, gently speckled with grey, is covered with bright, stylised flowers and rings in yellow, turquoise, lime, pink, and purple, while the words "happy birthday" sweep across the centre in joyful pink script. The softly blurred interior setting and streaming natural light emphasise the colours and make this arrangement feel like a heartfelt celebration, ideal for marking a milestone birthday anywhere across Old Ford and the surrounding East London neighbourhoods.
SORBET & BALLOON
£73.00
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Set against a bright white backdrop, a natural wicker basket brimming with white and green flowers is styled with the quiet confidence of an experienced Old Ford florist. The basket itself is a warm light brown, its curved handle arching gracefully over an abundant arrangement that spills just to the edge without looking crowded. At the front, a red and white gingham ribbon is tied into a tidy bow, a small but charming detail that gives the piece a cosy, kitchen-table feel reminiscent of older homes near Roman Road. Within the basket, tall lily buds in creamy white and subtle green rise above the other stems, many still tightly closed, promising a slow, elegant opening over several days. Around them, open white Gerbera daisies display their distinctive dark centres, like ink dots against a ring of fine petals, adding cheerful structure. Lisianthus flowers in white and soft celadon green cluster through the centre, their ruffled blossoms bringing a romantic softness. A single white calla lily, fluted and sleek, leans slightly to one side, giving the arrangement a touch of contemporary design. Small, spiky chrysanthemum-like blooms in white and green nestle between larger flowers, filling spaces without overwhelming the composition. The whole design is framed by layered foliage: rounded eucalyptus with a silvery-blue cast, variegated leaves with cream margins, and deep green foliage that offers depth and contrast. The result feels fresh, airy, and composed, the kind of basket that suits an understated anniversary gift, a quiet thank-you, or a comforting gesture delivered anywhere across Old Ford, from canalside flats to family homes off the main high street.
SWEET MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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Presented against a clean white backdrop, this densely packed bouquet sings of late-spring warmth and thoughtful craftsmanship from a local East London perspective. Radiant yellow Asiatic lilies rise like golden trumpets, some fully open and freckled at their centres, others slender and closed, suggesting movement and anticipation. Nestled nearby, soft lavender-purple roses unfurl in delicate spirals, offering a cool, calming note amid the more exuberant hues. Generous orange Gerbera daisies sit prominently with their bold, flat petals, while chartreuse button chrysanthemums create textured, moss-like pockets that make the bouquet feel abundant and handassembled. Small, spherical orange and yellow spiky accents - reminiscent of Craspedia or other billy-button varieties - scatter joyful highlights through the massing. Several silvery blue Eryngium thistles add an unexpected, architectural contrast: their pointed bracts and metallic tones give the design a contemporary edge and guide the eye outward from the centre. Varied foliage - wide lily leaves, glossy filler greens and fine, airy stems - frames the composition, adding depth and a fresh, green scent that quietly perfumes the arrangement. As a florist working around Old Ford and the lanes that lead toward Roman Road and Bow, I see this bouquet as versatile: celebratory at a birthday brunch, warm for a get-well visit, or composed enough for a bedside sympathy vase. Prepared with local care by Old Ford Florist, it carries an approachable elegance suited to homes and small events across the neighbourhood.
TROPIC GETAWAY
£64.00
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