A thoughtfully composed white and lavender sympathy bouquet is arranged in a clear glass cylinder vase, glowing softly as if placed near a bright window on a quiet Herne Hill side street. At its core, plush white roses open gently, their petals layered like fine silk, each bloom offering a feeling of peace and tenderness. They are surrounded by elegant alstroemeria, whose petals shift from pale lilac and soft violet to hints of fresh green near the centre, some blossoms fully open, others still cupped in bud. The varying stages of bloom lend a sense of gentle movement and continuity, as if the flowers are quietly breathing. Wisps of white baby's breath nestle between the larger flowers, forming tiny, floating constellations that soften the transitions and fill in the spaces without ever feeling heavy. Around the perimeter, lush green foliage with a mix of broad, glossy leaves and slimmer, arching sprigs frames the light-toned flowers, adding depth and a natural, garden-fresh character you might associate with walks through nearby Brockwell Park. The vase itself is simple and transparent, showcasing the straight green stems gathered neatly in clear water, a reminder of the bouquet's freshness and the care taken in its preparation. The background is an almost luminous white, diffused and unobtrusive, making the floral colours appear clean and tranquil. Overall, the arrangement conveys understated elegance and quiet strength, suited to a memorial service, a condolence visit, or a reflective corner at home in Herne Hill where someone wants a subtle, living tribute to love, memory, and gentle support.
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A softly lit bouquet of white roses and lavender-touched alstroemeria rests in a simple clear glass vase, radiating an air of quiet remembrance well-suited to a peaceful Herne Hill setting. The central white roses are fully open, their petals thick, smooth, and layered like fine satin, forming round, generous blooms that speak of purity and gentle affection. Surrounding them, tiny stars of gypsophila scatter like a fine white mist, each spray of baby's breath filling in the background and giving the arrangement an ethereal lightness, as though the flowers are floating in the soft daylight. Between these clouds of white, alstroemeria buds stretch upwards on slender stems, some just beginning to unfurl. Where they open, their petals reveal subtle shades of pale lavender and muted purple with delicate striping, adding a suggestion of colour that remains calm and respectful for a sympathy design. Around the base, wide, deep green leaves are wrapped with precision, forming a protective collar that cups the blossoms and reinforces the bouquet's rounded, hand-tied style. More narrow, bright green leaves thread gently through the flowers, suggesting fresh growth and quiet resilience. The clear cylindrical vase cradles the straight green stems, which are clustered together with a narrow band of green ribbon or raffia above the clean water, a detail that hints at the careful craftsmanship of a local Herne Hill florist. The background is bright yet blurred, with no distractions, so the focus rests entirely on the blooms themselves. This arrangement feels perfect for a condolence gesture delivered to a home near Brockwell Park or a thoughtful tribute placed in a reflective corner of a Herne Hill church, bringing a sense of solace and enduring beauty.

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Express heartfelt sympathy with the MAKE A WISH bouquet from Florist Herne Hill. This elegant hand-tied funeral and condolence arrangement features cream ivory roses, royal purple alstroemeria, delicate white gypsophila and rich aspidistra leaves for a look of pure serenity and respect. Designed to convey deep honour, sorrow and remembrance, it's a refined choice for funerals, memorials or to send to grieving loved ones.

Handcrafted by our expert florists in Herne Hill, each bouquet is created with premium, fresh blooms for a luxurious finish. Flowers are delivered in bud where possible, so you can enjoy up to 5 days of freshness as they gently open. The original size bouquet is pictured; vase shown is for illustration only.

We offer next day flower delivery across Herne Hill and surrounding areas on orders placed before 4 pm, making it easy to send your condolences at short notice. As some flowers are seasonal, we may carefully substitute blooms with similar colours and styles of equal or higher value, ensuring the overall look and sentiment remain unchanged. Choose the MAKE A WISH bouquet to share a graceful, comforting tribute when words are not enough.
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    Just wanted to let you know how happy we were with your services. I order flowers online for my sister's funeral, and they were beautiful. The carnations are just gorgeous!

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    Easily found the bouquet I was looking for.

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    They responded to all of my phone calls and emails making sure that I'm well informed of all of the delivery details. Good job.

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    The flowers arrived fresh and vibrant. Thank you, Handy Flowers for creating the best funeral arrangement.

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    Some friends recommended Handy Flowers and I decided to order sympathy flowers from them. They successfully delivered this lovely bouquet. Brilliant company!

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    Good and professional attitude. Thank you.

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