THE SECRET LANGUAGE OF FLOWERS Choose your flowers for their hidden meanings; the following is a general rule of thumb in regards to choosing the right coloured flowers to portray the correct sentiment. White Flowers White flowers symbolises peacefulness and purity, modesty and elegance. White flowers represent these universal trust and gestures of respect displaying feelings of reverence and humility. White is traditionally associated with new beginnings, often associated with innocence, white flowers evoke simple beauty. The purest hues is used to mark significant occasions, like "innocence at birth", " truth in love", " purity of union, and " tranquility at death. Red Flowers Red flowers symbolises intensity and passion, dynamism and seduction. Red is the expression of burning, passionate love, great courage and desire. Red roses are the traditional symbol for love and romance, and a time-honoured way to say "I love you." Yellow Flowers Yellow flowers symbolises hope, joy and friendship. The bright, sunny color of yellow evokes a feeling of warmth and happiness. The warm feelings associated with the yellow are often akin to those shared with a true friend. Yellow flowers are an emblem of courage and cheerfulness, creating an atmosphere of joy, optimism and idealism. Ideal for welcoming back somebody. Shades of golden yellow carry the promise of a positive future. Orange flowers Orange flowers symbolises success and inspiration. Orange suggests flamboyance, confidence and kinship are the embodiment of desire and enthusiasm. Orange often symbolizes passion and excitement and is an expression of fervent romance. A bouquet of orange flowers will send a meaningful message. Orange color is fun and radiates warmth and energy. Purple Flowers Purple flowers represent dignity, pride and success. Purple is the color of royalty. Purple balances the stimulation of red with the calm of blue. Purple represents accomplishment and admiration Pink Flowers Pink flowers symbolises youthful, fun and exciting. Pink is the colour of happiness and is often regarded as light-hearted. Grace, gentility, and happiness as well a symbol of elegance. The pink is often given as an expression of admiration and sympathy. Bouquets of pink flowers connote fresh beginnings and gentle passions. Paler pinks can be used to indicate emotional healing and inner calmness. Blue Flowers Blues flowers representing calm, peace, openness, and serenity. Blue it is seen as trustworthy, dependable and committed. Green Flowers Green symbolises self-respect, well-being and balance. Synonymous with nature and life. The color green represents health, resilience, good fortune and youth. Green flowers send a message of optimism and renewal. Lavender Flowers The lavender flowers send a message of feminine beauty, representing refinement, grace, and elegance. The violet flowers often considered the most delicate and precious. |
