Showing posts with label roses. Show all posts
Showing posts with label roses. Show all posts

Friday, October 21, 2011

Flowers And Men


What? Flowers and Men! Not really. Before you think of shaking your head in mock disbelief, let us enlighten you with the fact that most men have been obsessed with flowers as early as the Romantic period. Many a Victorian dandy has sniffed a bunch of blooms while writing scented love notes to his beloved and famous poets have waxed eloquent verse about their sheer beauty. Who can ever forget Daffodils by William Wordsworth?

Studies show that flowers actually have a positive effect on human beings and men aren’t far behind from being influenced? Though it is an established fact that men are not averse to flowers, one never really thinks of giving them flowers often. Get that idea out of your head. According to many surveys taken by men show that the vast majority of men would enjoy receiving flowers for their birthday or other special occasions. Flowers are as cherished by men as by women. Though they may not exactly go weak in the knees, men like to feel just as special and pampered as most women do.

Men like flowers in all colors, depending on their personalities. Some especially prefer colors that are vibrant and colorful, and enjoy flowers including the likes of red roses, pink orchids and yellow chrysanthemums. Not to mention any particular favorite flower the man might have from orchids to a cactus. Others like dark and unusual shades and appreciate when a lady gives them a sultry black rose.

When buying flowers for men, it is important to go for simple arrangements. Men usually don’t like arrangements that are very elaborate and fancy. In fact adding interesting green plants and herbs to the arrangement is usually a good idea. These days, contemporary styles with sleek lines are great favorites with men.

However, not all flowers can be given to all men. And in case you are questioning whether that’s a huge generalization, we are assuming you realize that certain flowers such as red roses symbolize passion and romance and are not really appropriate to be given as gifts to fathers, brothers, and so on. Flowers such as the white carnation – which symbolizes innocence – and the Belle of Ireland – which stands for good luck - can be gifted to any man, whether he’s a part of your family of group of friends. Remember, whether it is their birthday or a recent achievement in their professional lives, men like to be shown appreciation with flower gifts.

Wait! Men also like to use flowers as accessories. When your man wears a classic black suit and tucks in a blood red rose in his breast pocket, doesn’t he look absolutely divine? Yes! Men are known to like accessorizing their look with a single flower or a spray pinned to their pockets. This style not only looks very stylish but gives them an air of rakish charm. So don’t hesitate to tuck in that rose for him the next time you are headed for a romantic dinner at a lavish restaurant.


Monday, October 17, 2011

Choosing Wedding Flowers


Choosing wedding flowers is such an important part of the wedding. There are some things to be aware of when you are ready to decide on your wedding flowers.

Since your flowers are an essential part of the wedding you should begin by preparing a budget. When you have a budget in place you will have a very good idea what the flowers are going to cost. If you don’t have a budget you could easily end up spending far more money than you had planned.

If you haven’t already decided on a florist you may want to ask the advice of family and friends. Pay close attention to the recommendations of those who have recently been married. The newly married will be able to offer you good advice. You can also talk to the people who are in charge of the ceremony and reception sites. These folks often have great ideas for the best florists.

You may want to make a few visits to the florists that you are considering. When you are actually in the business you will see how the customers are treated and if the shop is clean and organized. Take a good look at the flower bouquets and arrangements and notice the design and freshness of the flowers.


Figure out how many arrangements, bouquets, boutonnieres and corsages that you will need. Take this information with you any time you talk to a florist about the wedding flowers.

Before you decide on your wedding flowers, talk to more than one florist. You might want to bring pictures of bouquets and arrangements that you like. Also bring pictures of your dress and the bridesmaid’s dresses. All these things will be instrumental in assuring the most beautiful wedding flowers possible.

Make sure you have samples of the colors you plan to use in the wedding. This will be very helpful in choosing the colors of the flowers.

You might want to ask the florist for some photos of wedding flowers they have designed. Many florists keep a book of wedding flower photos exactly for this purpose.

Talk to your florist about using flowers that match the style of your wedding. If you are having a casual wedding you may want to use different flowers than if you are planning a traditional wedding.

You also might want to consider using wedding flowers that are specific to your region and to the season in which you are getting married. This will not only keep the cost down but you will not have to worry about the flowers being available.

Choose your wedding flowers carefully and they will be a wonderful part of your wedding.