Flowers in Lagos
If you are looking for flowers in Lagos, then this post is for you.
Flowers have been, and continue to be a great way to express our feelings for people that we are emotionally attached to. We buy flowers as gifts, to express our condolences, to beautify our workspaces or to beautify event spaces.
To some people, buying flowers may seem cliche. It may seem like buying flowers is the thing to do during Valentine’s or when you want to decorate an event space. The reality is that the giving and receiving of flowers has become an integral part of our lives. Understandably, flowers are not a necessity for everyone. In fact, they can be considered a luxury item.
I remember on one occasion when we were running online adverts for Valentine’s Day, someone left a comment saying that he would rather buy his wife vegetables and fish than buy her flowers. I understand his point of view. Really, why should a person spend money on flowers, when he/she does not have food in his/her belly?
Fortunately this article is not about the practical use of flowers. This article is geared towards those who love flowers and understand that not everything in life needs to have a practical purpose.
Why we buy flowers
There are so many beautiful reasons why we buy flowers.
Sometimes, we buy them as a gift for someone significant. Sometimes, we buy them for ourselves – especially to beautify our homes or offices. Other times, we buy them to impress or appreciate someone that we hold in high regard. We buy flowers because of the way they make people feel.
Seeing and smelling beautiful flowers can trigger a feeling of happiness, joy, comfort and love that a practical gift may not be able to. There is no price that can be placed on the feelings of happiness or comfort because these feelings are psychological.
Whatever the reasons are for buying flowers, we know that flowers are a tried and true way of communicating how we feel without using too many words. Below a few of the common reasons why we buy flowers:
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to celebrate birthdays
Birthdays are a very popular occasion to celebrate with loved ones. Flowers are a thoughtful gift that let people know that they are on your mind.
There are so many options for birthday gifts, but we find that flowers are truly a personal way to celebrate with the celebrant. Pictures of some of our birthday flower arrangements are available here. They can be ordered from our website or you can call to place an order.
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to beautify our homes or offices
Flowers have a way of opening up any space and making it feel fresh and vibrant. There’s nothing better than walking into a beautiful space; it can help clear a cluttered mind or to put a smile on a tired face.
When we beautify our homes or offices with flowers, it lets people know that we care about our personal surroundings. There are so many floral choices when it comes to beautifying the home or office.
We can choose to beautify our spaces with fresh or artificial flowers. In office spaces, we can choose to decorate spaces such as the reception area, conference rooms or event spaces.
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as gifts of appreciation
- Mother’s Day
- Promotions
- Just because
- Thank you
Flowers are a great way to say “Thank you” or “I/We appreciate you” during an occasion like Mother’s Day or when a promotion is being celebrated. Flowers let the recipient know that they are on your mind and that you appreciate them.
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as decor for weddings
Flowers are a very popular choice to decorate weddings. They can be used to decorate churches, receptions, traditional wedding spaces, wedding cars and much more. Also, flowers can be carried or worn by the bride, the groom, bridal party, mothers of the bride and groom and special members of the family.
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to convey condolences
Sympathy flowers are a thoughtful way to express condolences when a loved one passes away. Wreaths, laying-in-state decor, casket saddles and floral stands are beautiful and solemn ways to say a final goodbye.
Celebrating the life of a loved one with friends and family is typically a very solemn and sensitive period. Flowers are an appropriate way to express grief and share comfort with those who are hurting.
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as Valentine’s Day gifts
Valentine’s Day signifies the day when people celebrate their love for significant others.
Red roses are usually the flower of choice. We have found that people are now expressing their love with a mix of other flowers such as lilies, orchids and mums.
Where to buy flowers in Lagos
There are a lot of options available if you are looking for where to buy fresh and artificial flowers in Lagos. Flowers can be purchased online, in-person or by phone. In addition, a lot of local florists offer flower delivery services in Lagos.
For event decoration services, we advice that you meet with your event decorator in-person before committing any cash. Not every event decorator is a florist and vice-versa.
At Christine’s Creatives, we are skilled florists and also offer event decoration services in Lagos and its environs. We have been part of the floral industry for over 20 years (formerly as Rareflowers Nigeria Limited), and can provide whatever floristry / event decoration service you need.
So, if you have a wedding coming up soon, feel free to contact us to buy your wedding bouquets and to decorate your event space.
We stock flower vases, ribbons, floral foam other floral accessories, and offer training for individuals who are interested in starting their own florist/event decoration business.
For people looking for flowers in Lagos, below is a shortlist of flower shops that service Ikoyi, Victoria Island, Ikeja and the environs:
- Christine’s Creatives
- The Rose Factory
- Aralia by Nature
- Newton and David
- Rosety Gardens
We also partner with some florists in Abuja. Let us know if you need a florist in Abuja, and we may be able to recommend one to you.