This photograph shows a softly lit sympathy bouquet arranged with the quiet precision you might expect from an experienced Oxford florist. The flowers are gathered in a simple, clear glass cylinder vase, the water inside perfectly clean, allowing every straight green stem to be seen, from their base to where they disappear into the foliage. At the top of these stems, creamy white roses hold pride of place, their petals arranged in tight yet gently opening whorls that suggest tenderness and calm. Interspersed among the roses are clusters of alstroemeria, their petals slimmer and more elongated, softly shaded in tones of purple, lavender, and gentle green, adding a whisper of colour that does not overwhelm the white but instead complements it, much like the subtle contrast of stone and sky over the Oxford spires. Filling the spaces between the larger blooms, wisps of white baby's breath float like tiny clouds, creating a light, almost shimmering texture that keeps the bouquet from feeling heavy. Surrounding everything is a collar of deep green foliage, combining broad, glossy leaves with finer, feathery greens that frame the lighter flowers and give the arrangement both depth and movement. The background is a very bright, diffuse white, hinting at natural daylight streaming through a nearby window, and this illumination makes the whites, purples, and greens appear especially fresh and clear. Overall, the arrangement feels thoughtful and composed, ideal for moments of mourning or quiet reflection in Oxford-whether placed in a chapel off the High Street or delivered to a home in Botley to convey sympathy, remembrance, and gentle support without saying a single word aloud.
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The photograph shows a gentle sympathy bouquet in a clear cylindrical vase, its soft whites and lilacs echoing the hush of an Oxford morning mist along the River Cherwell. At the heart of the arrangement, open white roses form lush, rounded blooms, their velvety petals curling outward in generous layers that speak of calm and enduring affection. Wrapped around and between them, clouds of white gypsophila appear as fine, lace-like clusters of tiny flowers, blurring any hard edges and giving the bouquet a floating, weightless quality. Emerging from this cloud are stems of alstroemeria, some still in firm, green-tipped buds, others partly opened to reveal slender petals shaded in pale lavender and muted purple, with a few blooms showing subtle striping that adds gentle visual rhythm. The bouquet is gathered in a classic hand-tied style, its base embraced by broad, deep green leaves that are folded and wrapped with precision to form a smooth, structured collar. Brighter, narrower leaves weave through the interior, lifting the composition and adding a sense of fresh growth. All of this is set into a simple glass vase filled with clear water, the straight green stems clearly visible and neatly secured just above the waterline. The background is bright and softly unfocused, as if the bouquet were placed near a sunlit window in an Oxford home off Iffley Road or close to the Botanic Garden. The overall impression is one of tranquil dignity and quiet solace-a design that would feel at home on a side table during condolence visits, in a small chapel alcove, or beside a framed photograph at a memorial gathering, offering comfort without needing many words.

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Purity and simplicity is the best description for this hand-tied. Cream ivory roses and royal purple alstroemeria, accompanied with white gypsophila and aspidistra leaves will express your deep honour and sorrow.

This arrangement contains the following flowers:

  • cream ivory roses
  • royal purple alstroemeria
  • white gypsophila
  • aspidistra leaves

Original size bouquet pictured. 

 Vase pictured is for illustration purposes only.

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Substitution policy:
As flowers may be seasonal, we reserve the right to substitute any flowers not currently in stock. To ensure customer satisfaction, flowers will be substituted with a flower similar size and colour of the same or superior style, quality and value.


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