Oxford Christening Flowers

Celebrating a special christening in Oxford? At Flower Delivery Oxford, we take pride in creating exquisite christening flowers and bespoke bouquets that capture the joy of your occasion. As your trusted florist serving Summertown, Headington, and Cowley, our local team arranges only the freshest blooms—hand-picked daily from reputable growers.

Located just a stone’s throw from the historic Radcliffe Camera and the bustling High Street, we’re deeply connected with the Oxford community. Whether you’re planning a christening at the beautiful University Church of St Mary the Virgin or at home with loved ones, we ensure your flowers make a lasting impression. Our award-winning florists combine artistic expertise and local knowledge to craft arrangements tailored to your vision.

  • Gorgeous designs for churches and home gatherings alike
  • Expert advice from passionate florists who know Oxford best
  • Same-day delivery on orders placed online by 3 PM

Order christening flowers online easily—our friendly team is here to guide you in choosing the perfect bouquet. With same-day delivery across Oxford and neighbouring areas, you can trust Flower Delivery Oxford to bring beauty to your special day, reliably and with a personal touch.

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CHRISTENING FLOWERS
A vivid mixed bouquet of fresh flowers fills almost the entire frame, set against a bright white background that makes every colour appear particularly crisp, as though it has just been finished at Flower Delivery Oxford before going out for same-day delivery across the city. The bouquet is shaped into a rounded, compact dome, with blossoms layered closely together in an intentional, balanced design. At its heart are several show-stopping roses whose petals seem painted with a gradient of warm tones: a glowing golden yellow deepening to rich orange and gentle reddish-orange along the softly curling outer edges. These blooms lend an immediate sense of warmth, like sunlight spilling through the cloisters of an Oxford college. Encircling and interlacing with the roses are bright white daisy-like chrysanthemums, each flower composed of clean, narrow petals radiating from a striking lime-green centre that gives a fresh, contemporary accent. Between these, clusters of deep magenta and fuchsia chrysanthemums provide a dramatic splash of jewel-toned colour; their compact, multi-layered heads and small yellow-green centres contribute lively texture and visual rhythm. Dark, glossy greenery, possibly ruscus, peeks through just enough to frame the flowers, adding depth and a natural, garden-like feel without overshadowing the blossoms. At the bottom of the image, the tidy, hand-tied base of the bouquet is visible: straight stems in shades of green and light brown, trimmed cleanly and gathered firmly together, ready to be placed into a vase in a home near Summertown or Headington. The lighting is bright and even, giving the entire arrangement a clear, uplifting presence. The bouquet's overall impression is one of celebration, joy, and thoughtful care, perfect for marking graduations, anniversaries, or heartfelt thank-yous throughout Oxford.
BERRY BURST
£43.00
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Picture the serene ambiance of an Oxford morning-soft light streaming through college windows, timeless tranquillity settling over cobblestoned lanes. This emotion is echoed in the bouquet before you, where central peach-pink roses, lush and open, radiate a gentle warmth and affection. Rising on either side, two striking gerbera daisies in sunlit shades of peach offer a bold, confident presence, their velvety petals outspread like quiet academic triumphs celebrated over tea at the Covered Market. Surrounding these are breezy puffs of baby's breath, each delicate floret contributing a sense of airy lightness, reminiscent of meadows along Port Meadow at dawn. Peppered in between, snowy white chrysanthemums flaunt cheerful lime green centers, their rounded petals offering a sense of vitality and hope. Sleek sprigs of eucalyptus or similar greenery interject a breath of the botanical, adding tactile contrast and evoking strolls through Oxford's many green spaces. Arranged in a clear, textured glass vase, the bouquet's stems dip into transparent water, symbolizing renewal and freshness. Tied at the vase's neck with rustic twine is a small, white gift tag-bespeaking the thoughtfulness characteristic of gifts exchanged in Oxford's scholarly circles. This display would make a meaningful statement for graduation, welcome, or appreciation, its palette and textures reverberating with the academic and cultural richness of the city.
CANDY CRUSH
£55.00
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This Oxford-inspired bouquet is a tapestry of warmth and affection even before its blooms are described in detail. At the core, you'll find freshly opened, pale lilac roses, each petal gently spiraling outward as though unfolding in the morning sun that spills across University Parks. Encircling these, vibrant purple and fuchsia daisies create waves of celebratory color, their plush petals and prominent dark eyes inviting admiration like the festive displays found in the Covered Market. Rich, plum-hued chrysanthemums cluster between these blooms, their intricate layers deepening the sense of texture and fullness. Airy sprigs of white baby's breath billow throughout the design, adding a cloud-like lightness that enlivens and uplifts the entire composition. Lustrous, varied greens peek through and twist around the bouquet's base, their glossy surfaces evoking the artful, wild touch of an Oxfordshire hedgerow. The flowers are gathered in a rounded, crackle-finished vase, the unique glasswork reflecting gentle daylight from nearby college windows. Tied around its neck, a rustic ribbon holds a crisp white gift tag-perhaps labeled for a birthday, anniversary, or heartfelt thank-you. Each element feels intentionally placed by loving hands, blending modern freshness with the elegant tradition of local Oxford floristry, and making this bouquet a beautiful messenger for any occasion.
DAY BRIGHTENER
£55.00
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A rounded, professionally arranged bouquet stands out clearly against a simple white background, its colours and textures layered with thoughtful care. In the heart of the design, two luxurious deep red roses rise slightly above the rest, their petals smooth and tightly furled, suggesting romance, admiration, or a meaningful thank you. Surrounding them is a cloud of white daisy-like chrysanthemums, each with a sharp lime-green centre that adds a modern, zesty twist to the classic white petal. Between these, light and mid-pink daisy chrysanthemums weave gently through the arrangement, echoing the same green-eyed centres and creating a lovely rhythm of pink and white that feels soft yet uplifting. Sprinkled delicately around the outer edges are clusters of tiny pale pink waxflower-style blossoms, their star-shaped petals and fine stems giving the bouquet a lacy, intricate finish. A collar of glossy green leaves and varied foliage frames the flowers, making the reds richer and the whites brighter, like a little garden gathered in the hands. The stems are bound tightly at the bottom, all cut to an even length, betraying the touch of an experienced local florist. One can imagine this bouquet being carried along the streets from Summertown to Headington, arriving at an Oxford doorstep as a birthday surprise, a Mother's Day treat, or a comforting gesture for someone recovering at home, filling the room with a sense of calm joy and thoughtful care.
FLORAL MELODY
£45.00
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This charming, carefully composed bouquet reads like a small story in petals and paper, the kind we prepare at Flower Delivery Oxford for walks home from the Covered Market or a surprise left on a table in a Botley Road flat. The arrangement pairs deep, passionate red roses with creamy white roses-each bloom showing full, rounded petals at their freshest-arranged so the reds and creams breathe beside one another rather than compete. Between the flowers I've woven layers of varied greenery: glossy ruscus that gives depth and structure, softer rounded leaves that suggest a succulent-like resilience, and fine eucalyptus sprigs that add an airy, silvery halo. Variegated leaves with pale cream edges catch the light and add a whisper of pattern across the bouquet's silhouette. The stems are hand-tied and wrapped in diaphanous blush-pink paper, gathered neatly at the base to create a soft, romantic presentation that's tactile to hold. Smell the bouquet in your mind: the warm, honeyed perfume of the roses softened by the clean, herbal note of eucalyptus and the green brightness of freshly cut leaves. Under morning or late-afternoon light the colours sing differently-the whites glowing like early frost, the reds deepening to velvet-making it suitable for anniversaries, congratulations, or a tender apology. As a florist serving Oxford, I arrange these bouquets to balance visual luxury with everyday warmth, mindful of local tastes and ready for same-day delivery to areas from High Street to Cowley Road when needed.
INFINITY
£79.00
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A bright, refined bouquet photographed against a clean white backdrop, centred on one majestic creamy-white Oriental lily in full bloom whose gently curved petals reveal pale yellow stamens and a subtle green pistil. Encircling this focal lily are many creamy lime-green and soft yellow buds, some tightly furled and others easing open, creating a layered rhythm of anticipation across the arrangement. Nestled among them are numerous rich red rosebuds-compact, velvety, and just beginning to show their inner spirals-providing striking notes of passion within the otherwise pale palette. The composition is underpinned by an abundance of foliage: deep, glossy dark-green leaves give weight and structure while long, arching palm-like fronds in a lighter emerald hue spill outward to suggest motion. Sprigs of silvery eucalyptus with their round leaves thread through the design, offering a cool contrast and a delicate herbal scent to balance the floral perfume. The bouquet sits in a plain cylindrical clear glass vase, stems visible and submerged in pristine water, which reinforces the arrangement's freshness under the studio's bright lighting. As a local florist mindful of Oxford's character, I imagine placing this piece on a windowsill near the Botanic Garden or at a café table close to the Covered Market-its elegance complements both academic calm and everyday warmth. Flower Delivery Oxford prepares stems like these with attention to texture and scent; they're ideal for anniversaries, thoughtful congratulations, or as a romantic surprise delivered across the city.
INSPIRATION
£65.00
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This image presents a generous cluster of oriental lilies, a study in contrasts where creamy white blooms sit beside rich magenta-pink flowers to create a composed, tactile display. Several of the lilies are fully open; their trumpet-like petals curve back to disclose pale greenish-throats and prominent stamens dusted with fine pollen, while other buds remain tightly furled, promising further unfolding over the days ahead. The pink blooms often bear softer veins or a subtle cream centre that adds depth and delicate variation to each flower. Dark, glossy foliage threads through the arrangement, the slender lance leaves providing sculptural lines that lift and frame the blossoms. The bouquet is presented in a plain, transparent glass vase visible at the bottom centre, where clear water and the crisscross of stems are visible - a detail that signals freshness and expert trimming. The bright, clean lighting emphasises petal texture, from satiny highlights on the white lilies to the velvet suggestion in the deeper pinks. There is an olfactory suggestion of sweet, heady lily fragrance, as though the room holds a soft perfume recalling early-morning walks in University Parks. As a florist familiar with Oxford's neighbourhoods - from Jericho to the Covered Market - I imagine this arrangement gracing a mantelpiece for a celebration or arriving as a heartfelt gift for a special birthday, offering both visual splendour and a lingering sense of calm.
MARVELOUS BLOOMS
£63.00
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A cool-toned, hand-tied bouquet of hydrangeas and foliage is set against a completely white backdrop, giving it the look of a floral sculpture suspended in light, much like an arrangement in a gallery space off Oxford's High Street. The centre is dominated by a large, fluffy sphere of creamy white hydrangea, composed of countless tiny petals that overlap into a soft, cloud-like mass. Surrounding this central bloom are full heads of sky-blue hydrangeas, especially noticeable towards the upper left and right, their petals shifting subtly from pale to slightly deeper hues, echoing the gentle blues of early evening over the spires. Interspersed with these are rounded clusters of pale lime-green hydrangeas, creating a delicate contrast and a sense of new growth, the green especially visible towards the lower left and upper right edges of the bouquet. The hydrangeas are generously framed with lush foliage. Rounded, silvery-green eucalyptus leaves weave in and out from behind the blooms, their muted colour offering a modern, serene counterpoint to the pastel petals and suggesting a clean, refreshing scent. Alongside these, darker, glossier green leaves with more elongated, pointed shapes lend structure and depth, evoking the layered textures of gardens around North Oxford and Summertown. The stems at the base of the bouquet are carefully aligned and tied, clearly visible as a hand-crafted bunch ready to slip into a glass vase on an Oxford kitchen table or college desk. The lighting is soft and even, highlighting the subtle veining in each leaf and the gentle translucency of the flower petals. The overall impression is one of calm, cool elegance, perfect for birthdays, housewarmings, graduations, or simple acts of kindness delivered throughout the city.
MOONLIGHT PATH
£60.00
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An understated yet striking arrangement of white roses and delicate baby's breath rests in a transparent glass vase against a pristine white background, composed to highlight texture and tranquillity. The bouquet contains roughly twelve velvety white roses, some petals unfurled in full bloom while others hold a tighter, more intimate centre, producing a natural rhythm across the head of the display. Interlaced between the main blooms are countless tiny gypsophila flowers, their minute petals forming a soft, misty veil that gives the bouquet an ethereal quality. The greenery beneath-leaves of varied size and sheen-provides a cool, verdant foundation, accentuating the creamy whites and introducing a subtle depth to the composition. Visible stems through the glass vase and the clearly defined water level underscore the freshness and careful trimming undertaken by the arranger. Bathed in gentle daylight, the roses carry a faint, clean scent, a whisper rather than a bold perfume, evoking images of a quiet drawing room or a sunlit corner of the University Parks. This floral design works beautifully for intimate celebrations, calming sympathy gestures, or as a refined 'just because' present. I picture it delivered to a bedside table in Headington or placed on a mantel after collection from a local market stall-an arrangement that radiates quiet devotion and composed beauty with every petal.
MY ONLY
£70.00
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As an Oxford florist, arranging these blooms makes me reflect on the city's balance of history and youthful energy. Blush-toned gerberas offer a soft, watercolor-like texture, mingling with classically shaped pink roses that remind me of the medieval cloisters near Radcliffe Square. Deep purple statice bursts forth, providing lively punctuation reminiscent of college wildflower meadows, while cool, dewy leaves ground the arrangement and evoke the freshness of an early stroll on Christchurch Meadow. Set in a minimalist glass vase, the bouquet's translucent layers glow with a subtle inner light, inviting closer examination and appreciation. Crafted for occasions that call for gentle optimism-get-well messages, welcoming gestures for new students, or as an elegant accent in a North Oxford home-this arrangement is a celebration of both careful craft and the joy that comes from sharing beauty in detail. Each element in this bouquet is chosen not only for its visual harmony, but as a tribute to the storied gardens and the profound sense of place that defines the Oxford community.
PINK DAZE
£49.00
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A richly coloured mixed bouquet glows at the centre of the scene, poised in a clear glass vase whose subtle texture and rounded shape lend a homely, handmade charm, much like something you might find in a cosy Oxford kitchen overlooking the gardens of Summertown. The dominant flowers are bold gerbera daisies in deep fuchsia and magenta, their wide, flat petals framing dark central eyes that draw the gaze and set a jubilant tone. Encircling them are bicolour chrysanthemums, each tiny fluted petal touched with purple at the edge and softening to white as it approaches a warm yellow centre, giving the arrangement an intricate, almost painterly texture. Among these sit creamy white roses, some petals unfurling in soft spirals, others still cupped tightly, adding a refined, romantic note to the otherwise playful palette. Fine sprigs of white baby's breath, or gypsophila, drift through the bouquet like tiny stars, creating lightness and movement, while glossy green leaves ground the design, spreading out from the base to frame the colours and give a sense of freshly cut garden foliage. The stems are visible through the clear water in the vase, neatly gathered and tied at the neck with rustic twine. A small white rectangular tag dangles from the bow, bearing a simple pink rose motif and elegant green lettering, ready for a personal message from the sender. Behind the bouquet, the softly blurred, bright white background evokes natural daylight filtering through a window, suggesting that this arrangement has just been delivered from a local Oxford florist to a doorstep in Headington, Cowley, or near the historic colleges, bringing a feeling of celebration and thoughtful care.
PINK SWEETNESS
£55.00
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A refined bouquet of white chrysanthemums, unopened lily buds, and airy gypsophila, photographed upright against a bright white backdrop to show its clean lines and subtle textures. The abundant white chrysanthemums read as joyful and classic, each bloom formed from layers of fine petals radiating from small, sunny yellow centers that add a soft, optimistic note. Tall, slightly striped lily buds in a pale green-yellow hue lift the composition, their closed forms suggesting hope and a forthcoming reveal. Scattered throughout are delicate clusters of baby's breath whose tiny blossoms hover like lace, softening the arrangement and providing an ethereal counterpoint to the fuller flowers. Rich, dark green foliage frames and grounds the bouquet, accentuating the crisp clarity of the whites. The stems are hand-gathered and wrapped first in rustic, crinkled brown kraft paper for an organic, market-style feel, then protected by clear cellophane that keeps the petals pristine while reflecting a little morning light. The wrapping is drawn in at the base and tied to create a neat, freestanding bundle perfect for carrying. As a local florist in Oxford I picture this wrapped posy being chosen for quiet moments - a sympathy gesture, a thoughtful congratulations, or a bedside offering - and ready for delivery across Summertown, Jericho, and Headington. Flower Delivery Oxford often prepares bouquets like this with attention to scent balance and longevity, aiming for a clean, green fragrance that feels fresh rather than overpowering.
PURE ELEGANCE
£65.00
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A generous cluster of pristine white lilies is artfully gathered in a clear glass vase, each bloom captured with crisp, intimate detail by an observant florist's eye. The petals appear satiny and thick, folding outward in multiple layers of bright white; toward each flower's centre a soft, warm cream-to-green gradation lends subtle dimension and the sense of depth only healthy, well-grown lilies possess. Prominent inside many blossoms are long, elegant stamens-pale greenish filaments crowned by warm brown anthers, occasionally dusted with golden pollen-tiny architectural accents against the pure petals. Lush, lance-shaped leaves in a rich, verdant green weave through the flowers, their glossy surfaces and pointed tips creating rhythmic counterpoints to the rounded blooms and contributing to an overall silhouette that feels both abundant and refined. The vase is transparent and classic, its gently flared rim and clean water revealing neat, pale green stems below and signalling meticulous care in preparation. The scent is suggested-soft, sweet, reassuring-a fragrance that would quietly fill a living room in Jericho or a study near St Giles. This arrangement is suited to peaceful remembrance, elegant gifting, or as a calm centrepiece for a small gathering; prepared with the steady hands of a local florist, it is available for delivery across Oxford. For those seeking trusted local service, Flower Delivery Oxford can recreate this composition for same-day needs, bringing a moment of quiet beauty to doorsteps from Summertown to the city centre.
STRIKING BEAUTY
£65.00
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