A thoughtfully composed vase arrangement stands in clear view, as if placed on a polished table in a South Norwood home, bathed in bright yet gentle daylight. At the centre, creamy white roses open slowly, their petals layered and softly curved, giving the bouquet its calm, classic structure. Between them, elegant stems of alstroemeria add a cool, soothing palette of soft purples, lilacs, and touches of green, some flowers fully open, others still in bud, conveying a sense of unfolding time and quiet reflection. Wisps of white baby's breath weave through the design, bringing a fine, lace-like texture that blurs the boundaries between each flower and creates a soft halo effect. Around the blooms, an abundance of fresh green foliage forms a lush frame: wide, glossy leaves catch the light, while slender, more delicate greens add movement and a natural, garden-like rhythm. The bouquet rests in a clear glass cylinder vase filled with clean water, allowing the straight, green stems to be seen-a reminder of the living roots and care behind every flower. The background is a softly glowing white, with no sharp lines, so the arrangement appears almost suspended in light, its whites and purples glowing gently. Crafted in the style you might expect from a trusted South Norwood florist serving families near Norwood Junction and along Selhurst Road, this bouquet feels particularly suited to sympathy occasions. It offers a comforting presence, quietly appropriate for sending condolences, accompanying a memorial, or simply sitting nearby during moments of remembrance and reflection.
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A gentle, contemplative bouquet stands poised in a clear glass vase, offering a calm moment of beauty that feels very much at home in a quiet South Norwood sitting room. At the heart of the arrangement, full white roses open in soft spirals, each petal velvety and carefully layered, suggesting comfort and tenderness. They are encircled by drifting sprays of white gypsophila, countless small blossoms gathering into clouds that blur the boundaries between each flower, giving the entire design a light, airy presence. Woven among this white softness are elegant stems of alstroemeria, some still holding back in smooth, elongated buds, others just beginning to open to reveal pale lavender and muted purple tones with subtle, fine striping deep inside the petals. The colour remains hushed and respectful, adding just a whisper of hue to the otherwise tranquil palette. At the base of the bouquet, broad, dark green leaves wrap around the stems like a polished collar, their glossy surfaces catching the light and grounding the airy composition. Slender leaves thread upward through the flowers, adding gentle vertical lines and a sense of living movement. Where the bouquet meets the vase, the stems are neatly gathered and tied just above the water, visible through the clear glass as straight green lines bathed in fresh water. The softly lit white background enhances the arrangement's feeling of serenity, as if illuminated by diffused daylight through net curtains. It is an image of quiet strength and remembrance, well suited to expressing sympathy, marking a memorial, or offering a silent message of support to someone in the South Norwood community when words are not enough.

MAKE A WISH£60.00

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Express heartfelt sympathy with the MAKE A WISH funeral bouquet from South Norwood Florist. This elegant hand-tied sympathy arrangement features cream ivory roses, royal purple alstroemeria, delicate white gypsophila and structured aspidistra leaves, creating a serene and dignified tribute. Designed to convey purity, respect and remembrance, it is ideal for funerals, memorial services or sending condolences to loved ones.

Each MAKE A WISH bouquet is carefully arranged by our expert South Norwood florists and delivered in bud where possible, so the flowers open beautifully and last longer. We guarantee 5 days of freshness, giving comfort and beauty during a difficult time. The original size bouquet is pictured; vase shown is for illustration only and not included.

As some flowers are seasonal, we may substitute blooms with similar flowers of equal or greater value, always maintaining the same soft ivory and royal purple colour palette and premium quality. With reliable next day flower delivery from South Norwood Florist on orders placed before 4 pm, you can be sure your condolence flowers arrive on time and in perfect condition. Order this elegant funeral bouquet online to honour a life with grace and simplicity.
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