Rules of flower etiquette

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People have endowed gerberas, orchids, roses, and other types of flowers with certain symbolism. Each flower plant has its own meaning. And anyone who understands the language of flowers can easily understand what exactly the giver of the bouquet wanted to say. It has long been a tradition in Russia to give flowers for the holiday. And their main meaning is, first of all, respect and attention. Flowers always evoke positive emotions. Therefore, they are inseparable from the sublime, joyful mood on special days.

Criteria for choosing colors

When choosing a bouquet, it is necessary to take into account the specifics of the occasion for giving a floral gift. The status of the relationship, as well as the age of the gifted person, should be taken into account. It is advisable to have an understanding of floral displays in order to give a gift that is guaranteed to please. In the absence of such information, you should choose traditional flowers - roses.

Important! Bouquets and their composition may be different if you plan to present flowers:

  • Wife, beloved woman;
  • Mom or other relative;
  • A famous person or official;
  • Business partner.

Flowers for your beloved

The optimal and win-win option is roses, a bouquet of red shades. These flowers are a recognized symbol of love. In Russia and Europe they are perceived precisely as a messenger of love feelings.

Now about the bouquet for a specific date:

  • On February 14 - from any red flowers;
  • On March 8 - spring flowers: tulips, lilacs, ranunculus, etc.
  • For a wedding anniversary - white, cream;
  • For a birthday - a woman's favorite flowers.

Dimensions:

  • Small - composed of a minimum number of flowers, very neat, often given simply for no reason, to please;
  • Large and even huge - made of many flowers, often without packaging, as a symbol of the fact that a woman is immensely dear to a man;
  • Classic – round, small in size, no more than 40 cm high.

Flowers for mother and relatives

Bouquets for mother are made individually. A mandatory requirement is to take into account the woman’s age. It is important that the bouquet fully corresponds to the mother’s idea of ​​what an ideal composition should look like. As a rule, the concept of ideality is associated with memories from the past and family traditions. This point must be taken into account and, of course, choose flowers that mom loves. It can be not only roses, but also chrysanthemums, purple irises or even exotic flowers. The main thing is to please your mother.

What flowers should I give to a female relative, a little girl, a teenager or a young girl? Small bouquet:

  • Small pink carnations ;
  • Spray roses ;
  • Pink, white and cream roses;
  • Lily of the valley or mimosa.

Feature - the buds of the same roses must be unopened!

It is customary to give bouquets with open buds to young female relatives. Shades: pink, variegated, light. Options for shapes and designs of flower arrangements are different, even the most original ones.

For mature women – quite voluminous bouquets of roses in flower arrangements, chrysanthemums and other flowers. Mostly bright, variegated, rich tones. It can be:

  • Lilies with red-orange color;
  • Large gladioli;
  • Roses with open buds.

Flowers for a famous person and official, business partner

For actresses, actors, and other famous personalities - bouquets of incredible shape. Flowers are very different, both expensive and rare, and more simple and common. It is advisable to take into account the role of the same actress. If this is an opera singer, then it is better if a composition of magnificent orchids is chosen. Important! Remember seasonality. So, if it is already the end of winter, then a great solution is to choose spring flowers.

For an official, for example, holding the post of deputy - in compliance with the norms of protocol. Dull, neutral bouquets of medium size. Most often a rounded composition of flowers with medium-sized buds and not emitting a strong aroma. Preferably no scent at all. The best option is a red-orange bouquet, decorated in accordance with floral fashion. You can present both mono-bouquets and combined compositions.

For a business partner - a not too bright or large bouquet. The exception is a major celebration. A composition characterized by restraint, laconicism, and style. It can be round or irregular in shape. The packaging is only expensive and high quality without unnecessary decoration. The best flowers are: spray roses, gerberas, alstroemeria, eustoma, tulips, exotic flowers with straight lines.

Bright red roses should not be chosen as a gift to business partners or officials, unless such flowers are part of a composite bouquet. If red roses are included in the flower arrangement, but do not predominate in it, then this is acceptable. Therefore, at official receptions and special events you can often see bouquets made, for example, of red and white flowers.

How to give and receive flowers correctly?

Basic Rules:

  • When giving a bouquet, it is held in the left hand;
  • Flowers are presented after congratulations;
  • Large bouquets are held with two hands;
  • A living gift is accepted with gratitude;
  • Flowers are given to the hostess of the house in any case.

If a man and a woman present a living gift, then the woman carries it and the man hands it over. The flower arrangement should be carried on the arm bent at the elbow, with the other hand holding the plants by the stems.

Do you use flower delivery without personal delivery? Then a business card or postcard must be included in the bouquet, which indicates the purpose of the gift. When receiving flowers through a courier, you should thank the person who sent the gift by calling or writing. In business dealings, it is customary to send a business card with the note in the bottom corner “pr” - short for “to thank” in French or “Thanks” in Russian. Important! Exactly in the third person!

So, let's conclude. Knowledge of floral etiquette is necessary to present a living gift that is correct in terms of composition and shade. Our advice and recommendations, we are sure, will definitely help you in choosing a bouquet for the person you love, respect, and appreciate for many advantages.

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