In this image, a carefully composed red and white bouquet stands in a clear cylindrical glass vase, its stems visible like a neat bundle of garden cuttings freshly gathered from a Shacklewell back garden. Deep red roses with velvety petals are the stars of the design, some just beginning to open, others more fully unfurled, all radiating a sense of passion and timeless love. At the base, a prominent crimson carnation with densely ruffled petals becomes a textured focal point, catching the eye immediately. Around these rich red tones, creamy white alstroemeria and other white blossoms offer a soft, calming counterpart. Their slender petals, gentle speckles, and lightly ruffled edges suggest tenderness and quiet devotion, much like a thoughtful surprise delivered to a flat off Stoke Newington Road. Closed white lily buds nestle among the blooms, their elegant forms promising future fragrance and giving the arrangement a sense of evolving beauty. Tiny sprays of white gypsophila weave through the bouquet, adding a mist-like lightness and making the whole composition feel expansive yet delicate. The lush flowers are framed by a sophisticated collar of broad, glossy dark green leaves, artfully curled and wrapped around the base like a tailored jacket. Taller, narrower foliage and eucalyptus-style sprigs provide contrast in shape and shade, from rich evergreen to muted sage. The vase sits on a clean white surface against a softly blurred, bright background, suggesting daylight and an uncluttered, welcoming space. Gentle, even lighting highlights each petal and leaf, bringing out the depth of colour and the fresh, just-arranged quality. Crafted with the care you'd expect from an experienced local florist, this bouquet feels perfectly suited to anniversaries, Mother's Day, or as a refined centrepiece for gatherings around Shacklewell and neighbouring streets.
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A contemporary mixed bouquet rests in a clear glass vase, captured in soft daylight that could easily be streaming through a town-house window off Shacklewell Lane. At the heart of the arrangement, a single coral-red rose and a plush crimson carnation provide a vivid focal point, their layered petals full and velvety, almost glowing against the surrounding whites. Around them, clusters of delicate white chrysanthemums, tiny daisy-like blossoms, and airy sprays of baby's breath create a cloud-soft halo, giving the design a light, almost weightless feeling. Creamy white lilies appear mostly in bud, their long, elegant forms adding height and anticipation, hinting at future blooms that will open slowly over the coming days. The base of the bouquet is wrapped in broad, glossy emerald leaves, carefully folded and curved by an experienced florist's hand to cradle the stems and lend a neat, modern structure. Through the glass you can see the clean lines of the stems, slightly distorted by the water and refracted light, suggesting freshness and careful conditioning for local delivery around Shacklewell and nearby Stoke Newington. The overall palette of red, white, and green feels crisp and composed, suitable for celebrations, thank-you gestures, or simply brightening a quiet corner overlooking Hackney Downs. The imagined scent is gentle yet distinct: a mix of green, leafy notes from the foliage and the soft, sweet promise of lilies and rose, evoking that moment when you first walk into a florist's shop and breathe in the cool, perfumed air. A lush hand-tied bouquet is captured from above, a rounded dome of colour that feels like holding a bright Shacklewell morning in your hands. Deep red roses sit at the heart of the design, their velvety petals spiralling open with confident richness. Around them, ruffled pink-red carnations add movement and softness, their almost feathery edges catching the light. Clusters of small, snow-white daisies and cloudlike white chrysanthemums bring a fresh, daisy-bright innocence, their golden centres glowing gently. Wisps of delicate gypsophila, or baby's breath, weave throughout the bouquet like tiny stars, lightening the composition and giving it an airy, celebratory quality. Eucalyptus stems arc outward, their cool grey-green leaves matte and slightly curved, mingling with deeper tropical foliage that frames the blooms in a crisp, modern way. The greens are varied in shade and texture, from smooth and glossy to softly powdery, creating a grounded base that never overwhelms the flowers. The overall mood is joyful but composed, the kind of bouquet you could imagine delivered to a townhouse just off Stoke Newington Road or carried through Hackney Downs Park on the way to surprise someone special. It seems perfect for birthdays, reunions, or a warm welcome home, radiating affection and optimism. Even without seeing the stems, you can sense the careful spiralling technique used by an experienced local florist, each flower given space to breathe. The arrangement feels freshly gathered, as though it has just left a cool flower studio in Shacklewell, ready to brighten a kitchen table or living room with colour, fragrance, and a sense of heartfelt celebration.

IMAGINATION£45.00

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Awaken their senses with IMAGINATION, a luxurious hand-tied bouquet from Florist Shacklewell in Shacklewell. This elegant arrangement blends romantic red roses and carnations with sweet mini white chrysanthemums, airy gypsophila, and graceful white alstroemeria, all framed by glossy aspidistra leaves. Designed to spark creativity and emotion, IMAGINATION is perfect for anniversaries, birthdays, congratulations, or simply to brighten someone's day.

Each stem is carefully selected by our expert florists for premium quality and arranged with meticulous attention to detail. Your bouquet will be delivered in bud to ensure maximum freshness, allowing you to enjoy up to 5 days of beautiful blooms as they open. All available sizes are pictured so you can choose the perfect statement piece for your occasion.

Based in Shacklewell, Florist Shacklewell offers reliable next-day flower delivery on orders placed before 4 pm, making last-minute gifting effortless. Due to seasonal availability, some flowers may be substituted with blooms of similar color, size, and value, always maintaining the same luxurious style. Choose IMAGINATION for a chic, romantic bouquet that combines classic red roses with modern white florals and trusted local service.
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    Cheap flower delivery, very quick too. The flowers were everything I expected and more. Creative combination and great colours.

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    Ordered this bouquet for my beautiful wife and she really liked it! Her exact words were: "That is the sweetest bouquet I've ever seen!"

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    Very sweet arrangement, I sent it to my beautiful girlfriend and everything was just as the picture here. Thank you Handy Flowers!

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    Thank you Handy Flowers you helped make my proposal to my girlfriend even more romantic!

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    Some really lovely flowers at great prices – really impressive and will use again.

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    When mum received her flowers she said they were really fresh and presented in a lovely manner. Delivery driver was helpful and flowers looked great for weeks. Would definitely recommend Handy Flowers

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    Great flowers

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    Service I received was speedy, efficient and completely hassle-free. Exactly what you need when ordering online.

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    The flowers were delivered to London safely. Big thank you for the reliable service. No worries at all.

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    Ordered this as birthday flowers for a friend and she was delighted with them. She was most impressed that they lasted over a fortnight too.

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    My mum liked the bouquet I ordered for her very much. Imagination looked just like the pictures and the flowers were all crisp and bright coloured.

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