CARNATIONS
Arranged thoughtfully in a rounded glass vase, this bouquet feels like a heartfelt embrace-a vivid celebration of life and local artistry from Florist Old Ford. The focal point is the cluster of ruffled carnations, their petals unfurling in shades of deep red, pale pink, and velvety white, forming voluminous mounds within the composition. Wispy clouds of baby's breath thread between the generous carnations, their minute white blossoms offering gentle contrast while adding a soft, airy texture reminiscent of early morning mist drifting across the canals near Old Ford Lock. The bouquet's spherical shape is both classical and inviting, evoking a sense of symmetry and balance. Lighting from above brings out the creases and tonal variations in the petals, making each color pop against the pure white background. The clear vase anchors the arrangement while subtly displaying the water and gathered stems. Whether gifted to express affection on a partner's birthday, say thank you to a neighbor along Wick Lane, or mark an anniversary with a flourish of enduring blooms, this bouquet is a testament to the skill and care found in every corner of Old Ford. It is an arrangement designed not only to delight the eye, but to stir memories and create new ones within the heart of the community.
WARM WISHES
£55.00
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In this elegant floral arrangement, deep crimson red roses and sumptuous purple peonies are gathered together in a clear glass vase, creating a striking focal point that could easily sit on a dining table in an Old Ford townhouse or brighten a workspace near the Hertford Union Canal. Each rose is at that ideal stage of bloom, petals unfurled but still with a gentle curl at the edges, giving them a plush, velvety depth. The peonies beside them are full and generous, layers of softly ruffled petals overlapping like silk, some blooms more open, others still cradling their centres, adding a sense of movement and unfolding beauty. Surrounding these star flowers, lush green foliage fans outward, with darker, glossy leaves providing structure while airy stems of eucalyptus weave through, adding a cool, silvery contrast. Their rounded and elongated leaves create delicate shadows on the vase and the surface beneath, suggesting late afternoon light spilling in through a window. Through the clear glass, the stems are visible, neatly trimmed and angled with the care of an experienced florist, intersecting in a tidy, architectural pattern. The water is fresh and clean, amplifying the impression that this bouquet has just arrived from a local Old Ford florist, ready for same-day celebration. The mood of the arrangement is bold yet refined, ideal for an anniversary dinner, a romantic surprise sent to a flat off Old Ford Road, or a special congratulations for someone who appreciates rich, contemporary florals. The imagined scent is a gentle blend of classic rose with a cool, green edge, evoking the feeling of standing in a well-tended garden after rain.
CHERRY SWEET
£60.00
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A classic red and white bouquet rises from a clear glass vase, set sharply against a clean white background that highlights every petal and leaf. In the centre, several deep red roses draw the eye, each bloom with tightly layered, velvety petals that curl into refined spirals, suggesting new romance and heartfelt admiration. Surrounding them are plentiful red carnations, their frilled, densely packed petals creating a soft yet striking texture that contrasts beautifully with the smoother rose blooms. Drifted through the arrangement is a generous spray of white baby's breath; the tiny, cloud-like flowers seem to float between the reds, creating pockets of lightness and air that make the bouquet feel full yet not overpowering. Tucked amongst the flowers, slender stems of eucalyptus and other fresh foliage in varying shades of green give depth and shape, their rounded leaves and slender stems forming a gentle frame around the central flowers. The transparent vase, with its modest, slightly flared neck, shows the straight, carefully arranged stems gathered in clear water, giving the impression of freshness and recent preparation. Bright, even lighting makes the reds appear rich and saturated while keeping the whites crisp and clean, as though the bouquet has just been placed on a polished counter in a local Old Ford flower shop. The overall mood is warm and romantic, perfect for sending a message of affection or congratulations to someone living near Victoria Park, Fish Island, or the streets around Old Ford, whether for Valentine's Day, an anniversary, or a quiet evening celebration at home.
MY SWEETHEART
£65.00
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As a florist working from a small studio near Old Ford Road, I describe this hatbox bouquet as a compact celebration: a round, pastel-yellow gift box brimming with texture and colour, photographed on a crisp white surface. At the heart are two generously ruffled yellow carnations, their petals layered like soft waves and catching a faint, spicy carnation scent that feels both friendly and uplifting. Surrounding them, large clusters of periwinkle-blue hydrangeas provide a cool, billowy cushion-each tiny floret edged in paler blue or white, creating a soft, almost cloud-like mass that contrasts the carnations' sculpted fullness. On the left, a vibrant magenta carnation offers a bright, cheeky note; a deep, velvety crimson carnation on the right adds richness and a slightly romantic counterpoint. Fresh green filler foliage is threaded through the blooms, giving natural movement and breathing space to the dome. The cylindrical box is finished in a soft lemon tone with irregular pastel polka dots and small white speckles, a playful detail that suggests springtime occasions and baby showers. Gentle top light defines the petals' ruffles and the hydrangeas' rounded bouquets, keeping the composition airy. Intended for gifting across Old Ford and nearby Mile End or Bow, and prepared with the kind of care you'd expect from Florist Old Ford, this arrangement is meant to brighten a kitchen table, bedside or office desk and to convey congratulations or warm get-well wishes with graceful cheer.
CARIBBEAN ESCAPE
£50.00
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Set against a bright, uncluttered white backdrop, this romantic gift pairing looks like it has just been finished on the workbench of an Old Ford florist, ready to go out for evening delivery along the towpaths by the Hertford Union Canal. The bouquet is luxuriously full, built around soft, creamy white roses whose petals curl inward in tight, elegant spirals. Their serene tone is offset by generous clusters of deep magenta and burgundy carnations, their densely frilled petals creating a plush cushion of colour that feels both passionate and warm. Between these, slender white alstroemeria blooms emerge, each petal lightly marked with reddish-brown speckles and fine stripes, lending refinement and a sense of movement, like brushstrokes. A supporting cast of fresh green leaves and variegated foliage surrounds the flowers, adding contrast and echoing the greenery of nearby Old Ford and Mile End parks. The arrangement is wrapped with clear attention to detail: an inner layer of smooth white paper underpins the structure, while a sheer, crinkled layer of purple cellophane rises up around the flowers, catching the light and bathing the bouquet in a subtle violet glow. At the gathered stems, a slim bright green satin ribbon is tied into a neat bow, a small light brown card tag hanging from it, ready for a handwritten note to a cherished partner. Beside the bouquet, resting on the same white surface, sits a small, scallop-edged, metallic purple foil balloon, like a rosette. In its centre, a paler lilac disc holds the message "To Loving Partners" in soft pink script, accompanied by a jagged-edged holographic rainbow label that hints at iridescent shine. Altogether, the image conveys an intimate celebration of love - ideal for anniversaries, Valentine's surprises, or simply thanking someone special after a shared walk through Old Ford's changing streets.
LOVING PARTNERS BOUQUET
£67.00
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An elegant, hand-crafted bouquet stands upright against a pure white backdrop, every detail of the flowers and wrapping clearly visible, as if displayed on a counter in a cosy Old Ford florist just off Old Ford Road. The arrangement centres around creamy white roses, their petals tightly layered and gently curling at the edges, giving an impression of calm, timeless beauty. Surrounding them, deep magenta carnations form rich, textured clusters, their frilled petals adding volume and a sense of rhythm, like the changing colours along the towpath by the Hertford Union Canal. Slender stems of white alstroemeria weave through the composition, each bloom marked with fine pink-red streaks and dark stamens that create a subtle, intricate pattern when viewed close up. Fresh green foliage, including a few leaves with variegated edges, fills the spaces between the flowers, offering a lively contrast to the whites and magentas and making the bouquet appear lush and full. The flowers are gathered into a rounded dome at the top, then taper gracefully as the stems descend, showing the careful hand-tying typical of an experienced local florist. Wrapped first in crisp white paper that forms a neat collar around the blooms, the bouquet is then embraced by a sheer, crinkled layer of purple cellophane, which adds depth, sheen, and a hint of festivity. At the base, a bright green satin ribbon is tied into a small, precise bow, holding a light brown gift tag that suggests a personal message waiting to be written. The overall impression is one of joyful celebration and affection, perfect for delivery to homes near Victoria Park, creative studios around Hackney Wick, or quiet residential streets throughout Old Ford.
BLACKBERRY FUSION
£55.00
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A round, luxuriously full bouquet is set against a pure white background, highlighting its soft mix of cream, blush, and warm pink tones that feel at home in a cosy Old Ford living room or café along Roman Road. At the centre, generously bloomed cream roses open in perfect spirals, their petals slightly curled at the edges as though they have just reached peak beauty. Surrounding them, clusters of pink spray roses and miniature rosebuds in varying stages of opening weave a story of romance and tenderness, each bud promising to unfurl in its own time. Pink gerbera daisies, with their wide, sunburst petals and rich brown centres, lift the mood of the bouquet, adding a youthful brightness that draws the eye. Light pink carnations, their petals layered and delicately frilled, lend a nostalgic softness, reminiscent of traditional English garden flowers treasured across East London terraces. Nestled in between, slender white alstroemeria petals, gently speckled with fine reddish markings, introduce a subtle pattern that rewards closer attention. Tiny white gypsophila blooms scatter through the design like lace, bringing airiness and a cloud-like softness that balances the denser roses and carnations. Fresh green leaves and stems weave discreetly throughout, offering contrast and a reminder of the garden origins of every stem. The gathered stems at the base are neatly bound, indicating a thoughtful, professional finish ready for gifting or same-day delivery around Old Ford. This bouquet carries a mood of hope, comfort, and quiet joy, ideal for sending congratulations, welcoming a new baby, or simply letting someone nearby know they are held in warm regard.
AMALFI LOVE
£59.00
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Bathed in clean, natural light against a stark white background, this compact, hand-tied arrangement feels like a small festival of summer and early autumn tones - vivid oranges, peachy corals, warm golds and touches of pure white. The design is densely packed and rounded: large, open roses with spiralling centres form the backbone, moving from deep, molten-orange to a softer sunflower-gold, their scent a rich, heady perfume that fills the air. Surrounding these are voluminous carnations in coral and burnt-orange hues, their frilled petals giving the bouquet softness and volume, while peach-gerbera lend a playful, radiating structure with their greenish-yellow eyes. Delicate white spray flowers, reminiscent of freesia or tiny chrysanthemums, nestle among the larger blooms and lift the palette with bright highlights. Light green, star-like filler blossoms and feathery sprigs peek through, adding breathability and a meadow-like texture, and rounded eucalyptus leaves provide a cool, silvery counterpoint to the warm tones. As a local florist arranging these stems I think of placing one of these bouquets on a window sill near Roman Road market or delivering it to a flat beside Three Colts Lane - a gift that smells as inviting as it looks. The stems are tied neatly at the base in a hand-tied style, ready for immediate display. For true local care and thoughtful presentation, Florist Old Ford often prepares this combination for neighbourhood birthdays, bright 'get well' wishes, or simply to bring a sunny, comforting presence into an Old Ford home.
BRIGHT KISS
£55.00
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A bright, dome-shaped floral arrangement in a clear, low glass vase glows with a palette of sunny yellow, cool white, and vivid green, displayed against a seamless white backdrop. Large yellow roses, some fully opened to reveal their layered, spiral hearts and others still in graceful bud, take centre stage. Nestled beside them are clusters of smaller yellow spray roses, each tiny bloom adding texture and a slightly wilder, garden-picked charm. Rounded white pompom chrysanthemums are scattered throughout, their dense, cushion-like heads creating a soft, clouded effect. Between them, lime green button chrysanthemums peep through like tiny, cheerful marbles of colour, bringing contrast and a playful rhythm to the design. Pale green, frilled blooms, similar to ruffled carnations or fancy green mums, introduce a gentle transition between tones, giving the bouquet a lush, full-bodied look. Encircling and weaving through the flowers is a lush collar of greenery: broad leaves with creamy, variegated edges, finer dark green stems, and airy filler foliage that adds depth and a slight woodland feel. Delicate, starry white filler flowers - perhaps waxflower or a fine aster - dot the bouquet like scattered light, adding intricacy without overwhelming the eye. The clear, square vase reveals the tidy stems and is wrapped at the centre with a band of textured natural fibre or bark, over which a lime green ribbon is smoothly tied, echoing the vivid green button mums above. The overall effect is one of optimism and fresh beginnings, reminiscent of early morning light over the streets of Old Ford. This arrangement would sit beautifully on a kitchen counter near Roman Road or on a desk in a creative studio around Fish Island, sending a message of encouragement, congratulations, or simple, thoughtful care.
FRESH BLOSSOM
£64.50
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A generous mixed bouquet of pink roses, ruffled carnations, and daisy-like chrysanthemums fills a modern glass vase, creating a romantic focal point set against a pure white backdrop that mirrors a bright Old Ford morning. The roses range from deep, velvety fuchsia and magenta to soft, powdery pink, some blooms fully open with layered petals curling outward, others still cupped and promising more to come. Around them, carnations in blush, coral, and peach-pink form gentle waves of texture, each frill catching the light. Punctuating these are clusters of small purple and lavender chrysanthemums, their vivid lime-green centres giving a fresh, almost zesty energy that lifts the entire composition. Creamy white blossoms weave through the arrangement, calming the brighter tones and creating subtle pauses for the eye, much like the quiet side streets off Roman Road. The bouquet is framed by generous foliage: rounded eucalyptus in misty blue-green, deeper glossy leaves, and a few reddish-brown accents that add a hint of warmth and seasonal depth. All the stems are gathered neatly into a clear, square glass vase, whose simple lines feel contemporary and versatile for Old Ford flats and family homes alike. Around the lower part of the vase, a white band decorated with repeating red hearts and the handwritten phrase "all my love" clearly signals affection, making this an ideal surprise for a partner, parent, or close friend. In the bottom right corner of the image, a bold orange circular graphic with white capital letters announces "VASE INCLUDED," highlighting that the flowers arrive as seen, ready to place on a table or windowsill. The bouquet radiates care, freshness, and the kind of thoughtful gesture that brightens an ordinary day in the local neighbourhood.
LOVE WHISPER
£60.00
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A richly detailed hand-tied bouquet stands out crisply against a white backdrop, its colours and textures reminiscent of an artist's palette laid out on a table in a townhouse off Roman Road. At its heart, fully opened garden roses in shades of blush, dusty mauve, and antique rose curve outward in soft spirals, their layered petals creating a sense of gentle movement. Threaded generously between them are frilled carnations, each flower a blend of creamy centres and edges dipped in deeper pink and plum, giving the bouquet a rippling, cloud-like texture. Deep indigo blooms, some held in sleek, tulip-shaped buds, punctuate the design, while a single royal blue anemone with a velvety, dark centre anchors the eye near the base. Slender stems of lilac and pale lavender stock rise lightly through the arrangement, their many small blossoms adding an airy, vertical rhythm and evoking the faint, sweet, powdery fragrance you notice walking past cottage gardens around Old Ford. Surrounding foliage is abundant: dark green leaves frame the blooms, and soft, round eucalyptus leaves in silvery green weave through, bringing a cool tone and the suggestion of a clean, herbal scent. The stems are gathered neatly and bound at the bottom, showing that this is a freshly tied design, ready for local flower delivery in Old Ford, whether to celebrate a birthday, send congratulations, or offer calm, comforting beauty in difficult moments. The bouquet feels both contemporary and timeless, a carefully balanced blend of romantic colour and sculpted form.
NOBLE BEAUTY
£67.00
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