CARNATIONS
As a florist rooted in Shadwell, I'm drawn to the unspoken poetry woven into this luscious bouquet. At its center, vibrant heads of carnations in deep red, gentle pink, and creamy white create a rich field of colour, their ruffled petals inviting touch and admiration. Each carnation is enfolded in a delicate mist of white gypsophila, which brings to mind soft clouds drifting over the Thames on an early Shadwell morning. The arrangement's round, symmetrical shape and crystal-clear glass vase evoke a sense of careful intent and effortless beauty, reminiscent of the flowers found at Wapping Rose Gardens or along the lively byways of Cable Street. The image's bright, even lighting draws out the opalescent sheen of each bloom, while the subtle gleam of water and stems in the vase hints at freshness and the bouquet's recent hand-tying. This creation is perfectly suited for moments that call for quiet luxury and heartfelt emotion-a thank you, perhaps, or to mark a meaningful birthday or anniversary for someone in or near Shadwell. The composition's tender interplay of colour and texture offers not just a visual delight, but a sensory experience that carries the warmth and authenticity of Shadwell floristry straight to your door.
WARM WISHES
£55.00
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This bouquet looks like a moment of celebration frozen in time, as if it had been placed carefully on a Shadwell windowsill just as the afternoon light poured in. Dominating the composition are the red roses, rich and velvety, their petals unfolding in symmetrical spirals that draw the eye towards a darker, almost garnet centre. They speak of romance and sincerity, of important words that are sometimes easier to say with flowers. Cradled between the roses, the purple peonies form large, rounded blossoms, densely packed with ruffled petals that seem to spill outward, giving the arrangement a luxurious fullness. The purple hues range from deep, inky plum at the innermost layers to softer lilac towards the edges, where each petal catches the light differently. Surrounding the blooms is a halo of greenery: generous, luminous leaves frame the flowers, while fine stems of eucalyptus lift above and around them, their muted, blue-green circles bringing a cool, sophisticated contrast. The bouquet is presented in a clear glass vase, the stems visible and neatly trimmed, their green and slightly woody textures adding a quiet, natural detail beneath the profusion of petals. The lighting in the scene appears soft but bright, perhaps like the filtered daylight that slips between buildings along Cable Street, illuminating the roses so they almost glow and letting the peonies cast gentle shadows on each other. If you imagine leaning in, there is a subtle mingling of scents: the classic, lingering perfume of rose layered with the fresher, greener fragrance of peonies and the clean, almost spa-like lift of eucalyptus. Crafted with the practiced hand of a local florist, arrangements like this from Florist Shadwell are often chosen for romantic gestures, big achievements, or simply to dress a room near the river with warmth, colour, and heartfelt intent.
CHERRY SWEET
£60.00
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A lush, classically romantic bouquet is captured in a bright studio setting, the flowers arranged in a clear glass vase that stands alone against a pure white background. The eye is immediately drawn to the deep red roses, their petals folded tightly into elegant spirals, some just beginning to relax and open, giving a sense of life and movement. Surrounding them, a generous gathering of crimson carnations adds volume and texture; each carnation blooms with densely layered, ruffled petals that feel soft and full, creating a sense of abundance that would look perfectly at home on a Shadwell coffee table or windowsill facing The Highway. Scattered throughout the reds are airy clouds of white baby's breath, thousands of tiny blossoms that appear almost weightless, providing a gentle counterpoint to the intensity of the roses and carnations. Green foliage is interlaced across the bouquet: smooth, dark green rose leaves and rounded eucalyptus in soft, silvery-green tones offer contrast and structure, guiding the viewer's gaze around the rounded, dome-shaped arrangement. The vase is simple and transparent, with a slightly flared rim, allowing a clear view of the stems gathered neatly in clean water, suggesting careful conditioning and fresh preparation by an experienced florist. Bright, even lighting illuminates the scene, highlighting the velvety surface of the rose petals and the intricate frills of the carnations. The overall mood of the bouquet is warm and affectionate, perfect for anniversaries, Valentine's Day, or sending a thoughtful "I'm thinking of you" to someone in Shadwell, whether they are near Shadwell Basin, along Cable Street, or tucked away in one of the area's quieter residential streets.
MY SWEETHEART
£65.00
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Presented as if freshly prepared on a bright morning in Shadwell, this compact hatbox bouquet combines playful colour and considered structure to make an instant mood lifter. Two large, fluffy lemon-yellow carnations dominate the center with their finely ruffled petals, reflecting light in soft, feathered highlights that suggest warmth and cheer. Encircling them, abundant clusters of powdery periwinkle hydrangea form a cool, cloud-like foundation, each small floret edged in paler sky-blue or near-white to create depth and a delicate, airy texture. A bold magenta carnation sits to the left, its saturated tones lively against the cooler blues, while a deep, velvety crimson bloom on the right adds a touch of grown-up refinement; scattered glossy green foliage threads through the bouquet, giving relief and a fresh, leafy aroma. The flowers are gathered in a round, pastel yellow gift box-a modern hatbox style-adorned with whimsical, irregular pastel polka dots in light blue, soft pink and pale green, some speckled with white for a hand-decorated feel. This composition feels both celebratory and intimate, ideal for birthdays, anniversaries or a thoughtful token to lift spirits. As worked in our local studio, Florist Shadwell often pairs this colour story for springtime deliveries, and its balance of texture, scent and vibrant contrast makes it equally at home on a kitchen table in Shadwell High Street or as a surprise sent to friends near St Katharine Docks.
CARIBBEAN ESCAPE
£50.00
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Set against a bright white background, this image shows a lush, hand-crafted bouquet paired with a dainty celebration balloon, radiating romance and warmth. The central focus is a cluster of creamy white roses, around a dozen in number, each rosebud carefully opened to reveal tightly layered petals that form classic spiral rosettes, giving the arrangement a calm, elegant heart. Intermixed with them are generous sprays of deep magenta and burgundy carnations, their heavily ruffled petals piling up into soft, textured cushions of colour that feel both passionate and comforting, like the cosy cafés and intimate corners you find around Shadwell Basin. Slender white alstroemeria blooms thread through the arrangement, each petal traced with fine reddish-brown lines and speckles, adding subtle pattern and sophistication that an experienced florist from Florist Shadwell would take pride in. Around the blossoms, rich green foliage and occasional variegated leaves frame the bouquet, lending it a fresh, leafy structure reminiscent of the nearby riverside walkways. The stems are enclosed in a carefully layered wrap: a crisp inner casing of white paper supports the flowers, while an outer layer of translucent, crinkled purple cellophane flares upwards and outwards, casting a soft lavender glow around the blooms. At the base, a slim bright green satin ribbon cinches the stems into a tidy point and is tied into a small bow, with a rectangular light brown gift tag hanging just below, ready for a personal message to a loved one in Shadwell. To the right of the bouquet lies a small, round metallic purple foil balloon with a scalloped, rosette-like outline. In its lighter purple centre, the words "To Loving Partners" are written in gentle pink script, and a tiny rainbow holographic sticker along the edge adds a hint of sparkle. The overall composition conveys intimacy, celebration, and heartfelt affection, ideal for anniversaries, romantic milestones, or quiet "just because" gestures delivered throughout Shadwell.
LOVING PARTNERS BOUQUET
£67.00
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Displayed against a clean white background, this bouquet draws the eye immediately to its harmonious blend of colour and texture, as if freshly arranged in a Shadwell florist's studio near The Highway. Creamy white roses rise from the centre, their petals tightly layered and subtly luminous, giving the arrangement a calm, elegant heart. Surrounding them, deep magenta and fuchsia carnations create rich, rounded clusters, each head densely ruffled, adding a sense of movement and tactile softness that you can almost feel. White alstroemeria, or Peruvian lilies, thread their way between these bolder flowers, their slender petals delicately streaked with pinkish-red veins and accented by dark central stamens that introduce intricate detail and a more delicate rhythm. Throughout the bouquet, green foliage appears in measured accents: some leaves are smooth and glossy, others feature pale variegated edges, all contributing to a fresh, garden-like feel. The bouquet's form is a full, rounded dome of flowers that gradually tapers down to the stems, which are concealed by careful wrapping. Directly beneath the blooms, a crisp white paper collar encircles the flowers, reflecting the background and reinforcing the sense of light and cleanliness. This is enveloped by a translucent purple wrapping, slightly crinkled, that gathers in gentle folds around the stems and catches the light with a soft, satin-like sheen, evoking the glow of late afternoon along the Thames near Shadwell Pier. The base is cinched with a bright, iridescent green satin ribbon tied into a precise bow, from which hangs a small, pale brown rectangular gift tag, inviting a short, personal note. The entire arrangement conveys warmth, celebration, and thoughtfulness, ideal for delivery to homes, offices, or cafés around Shadwell when you want to express gratitude, love, or simple appreciation.
BLACKBERRY FUSION
£55.00
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Against a bright, uncluttered white background, a hand-tied bouquet of cream and pink flowers is displayed in full, rounded form, as though just lifted from the workbench of a skilled Shadwell florist. Several large cream roses sit at the centre, fully opened yet still perfectly shaped, their velvety petals spiralling inward to create a sense of calm elegance and quiet luxury. Surrounding them, dainty pink spray roses cluster in small groups, with buds at different stages of opening, adding texture and gentle variation in tone that gives the bouquet depth and a feeling of movement. Interspersed among these are bright pink gerbera daisies, their flat, radial petals drawing attention to the velvety brown centres, injecting a playful, modern note reminiscent of the colourful life along nearby Wapping High Street. Plush, ruffled pale pink carnations fill out the arrangement, their layered petals overlapping like soft fabric, bringing warmth and a slightly nostalgic charm. Slender, white alstroemeria stems wind through the bouquet, their inner petals marked with fine reddish flecks that catch the light and add a delicate, painterly detail. Fine sprays of white baby's breath float between the larger blossoms like tiny stars, creating a light, airy veil that softens the entire composition. Fresh green foliage, in varying shapes and tones, peeks out at the edges and beneath the blooms, offering contrast and a sense of garden freshness. The stems are gathered together neatly at the bottom, suggesting a carefully crafted gift ready for same-day delivery around Shadwell, from apartments near Shadwell DLR to quiet streets off The Highway. The bouquet feels tender and uplifting, perfect for saying thank you, sending get-well wishes, or celebrating a new chapter in someone's life.
AMALFI LOVE
£59.00
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Bathed in soft, natural light against a clean white backdrop, this hand-tied bouquet reads like a pocket of London sunshine, carefully composed for warmth and comfort. At the center, several large roses-some a deep, smoky orange, others a radiant golden yellow-open in elegant spirals, their velvety petals drawing the eye inward. Surrounding them, coral and peach carnations provide a cloud of ruffled texture, while peach-toned gerbera daisies lift the arrangement with flat, cheerful faces and fresh green eyes. Small white filler blooms, akin to freesia or fine spray flowers, punctuate the warmer tones with crisp highlights, and light green, astrantia-like clusters lend a soft, feathery depth. Silvery eucalyptus leaves weave through the bouquet, their rounded, muted foliage offering a cool backdrop that makes the warm hues sing. The stems are gathered and tied at the bottom in a classic hand-tied style, ready for a vase or for local delivery across Shadwell and neighbouring Wapping. As a florist in the area I imagine placing one of these on a windowsill near Shadwell DLR to catch morning light, the rose perfume mingling with the cool, green scent of eucalyptus. Florist Shadwell prepares this composition to read as both professional and personal: celebratory enough for anniversaries and birthdays, intimate enough for thank-you gestures or to lift a friend's spirits, with a design that balances colour, scent and texture in a distinctly local, caring way.
BRIGHT KISS
£55.00
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A lush, dome-shaped floral arrangement glows in the soft harmony of yellow, white, and green, carefully composed within a low, square glass vase and set against a clean white background. At first glance, your eye is drawn to the classic beauty of the yellow roses, some fully open with velvety petals spiralling outward, others still partially closed, offering a sense of unfolding time. Nestled beside them, clusters of yellow spray roses deepen the colour story and bring a more delicate, garden-like texture. White pompom chrysanthemums and other rounded white blooms thread through the bouquet, their dense, cushiony petals softening the design and adding gentle volume. Bright lime green button chrysanthemums sit like small, polished jewels, their neat, globe-shaped heads providing a playful contrast to the larger flowers, while paler, frilled green blooms-similar to green carnations or decorative chrysanthemums-float among them like airy green clouds. The arrangement is generously surrounded by rich greenery, including broad variegated leaves with creamy edges, smooth dark green leaves, and feathery filler greens that reach and curl between the blossoms, giving a natural, slightly wild grace. Tiny white filler flowers, with star-like petals, are sprinkled throughout, catching the light and enhancing the sense of freshness. The glass vase reveals the stems below, and its middle section is wrapped in a rustic band-suggesting woven fibre or bark-topped with a lime green ribbon that echoes the vivid button mums. This bouquet carries a feeling of optimism and renewal, as if it has been freshly arranged in a Shadwell florist's studio just off Commercial Road, ready to be delivered to a home near Shadwell Basin or along The Highway to mark a birthday, a new job, or simply to say, "thinking of you."
FRESH BLOSSOM
£64.50
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A romantic, garden-style bouquet is elegantly presented in a clear, rectangular glass vase, photographed against a clean white background that accentuates its colours and textures, as though it has just been arranged by a local florist in Shadwell. The composition is rich with pink tones: large roses in deep fuchsia and magenta sit alongside softer blush and pastel pink varieties, their velvety petals layered and slightly curled, hinting at fullness and tenderness. These are surrounded by generous, ruffled carnations in coral, salmon, and peach-pink, whose frilled petals add volume and a soft, tactile quality to the bouquet. Among the larger blooms, charming daisy-like chrysanthemums in shades of lavender and light purple peek through, their bright green centers catching the eye and injecting a playful energy. Creamy white carnations and lighter blossoms rest between the more vivid colours, bringing a gentle brightness that keeps the palette balanced and soothing. The entire bouquet is framed by a wealth of greenery: rounded eucalyptus leaves in a silvery-green tone mix with darker, glossy foliage, creating depth and a feeling of freshness, while subtle touches of reddish-brown leaves introduce a hint of autumnal romance, reminiscent of the changing colours around Shadwell's riverside paths. The vase itself is trimmed at the base with a white band decorated with small red hearts and the handwritten phrase "all my love," making the loving sentiment behind the arrangement unmistakable. In the bottom right corner of the image, an orange circular badge with white capital letters reads "VASE INCLUDED," clearly indicating that this is a complete, ready-to-enjoy floral gift, perfect for sending affection, appreciation, or celebration to homes and offices across Shadwell, Limehouse, and beyond.
LOVE WHISPER
£60.00
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Against a clean white backdrop, this bouquet feels like a moment of quiet luxury, the kind of arrangement you might see carried home from a trusted Shadwell florist after a walk along Cable Street. At the centre, plush garden roses in blush pink, dusty mauve, and gentle antique rose open in layered spirals, their petals slightly cupped to reveal the comforting fullness of each bloom. Nestled among them, generous ruffled carnations offer both softness and structure; their petals move from creamy, almost ivory tones at the core into warm blush and deeper rose hues at the fringed edges, creating a rich, tactile texture. Cutting through this tenderness are bold accents of deep indigo-blue, with sleek, tulip-like buds and a standout royal blue anemone bearing a near-black centre that adds a sense of drama and depth. Rising gracefully through the composition, slender stems of pale lilac and lavender stock are dotted with clusters of tiny blossoms, lending height, movement, and a whispered suggestion of sweet, nostalgic fragrance, as if echoing the breeze from nearby Shadwell Basin. The entire arrangement is framed by a generous collar of foliage: rounded, silvery eucalyptus leaves, cool to the eye, mingle with darker green leaves that anchor the design and give it a naturally abundant feel. At the base, the neatly tied stems are clearly visible, highlighting the fresh, hand-tied craftsmanship and readiness for local flower delivery. The mood of the bouquet is soothing yet uplifting, perfect for celebrating a milestone, offering congratulations, or simply sending a calm, reassuring gesture to someone special in Shadwell.
NOBLE BEAUTY
£67.00
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