Seeing The World Through Rose Tinted… Messages?!

Roses are meant for all occasions. They convey diverse emotions and relations—from festive to bereavement, from platonic to sensual. When giving roses, one must take into consideration the implications behind the different rose colors and arrangements so as not to convey the wrong message (there is nothing worse than passing on wrong signals). But before you run to your nearest flower shop or click on the first online florist you see, here is a little color check.

Red roses mean romantic love; no other gift replaces a red rose on Valentines Day

You can never go wrong with the traditional long-stemmed red rose on that oh so sweet festival of hearts.

Pink is commonly equated with appreciation though it would really depend on the shade of said color. Feelings of sympathy find words with light shades while deep pink indicate a splash of gratitude. Like the pink roses, peach may also suggest either sympathy or gratefulness.

Purity and innocence—these qualities are frequently linked with white roses. In wedding celebrations, one may notice the use of white roses in bridal flower bouquets which embodies the genuine intention of both parties and their vow of loyalty to each other.

A bunch of yellow roses connotes friendship. The bright, sunny color will certainly evoke the feeling of warmth and happiness. An orange rose on the other hand means desire though same can be toned down by opting for lighter shades of orange like coral color roses.

Lavender=Royalty. Same applies to roses. Lavender roses shout opulence, magnificence and enchantment. For that fairytale perfect occasion, this is a sure go. This is also a rose fit to express love at first sight.

If you receive a deep burgundy rose, someone wants to tell you that you are beautiful---more than you realize.

The darkest shade of red rose is commonly tagged the black rose. Guys, it is not funny giving black roses to women to end a relationship. If you are planning to severe the bond, please do not bother giving roses. Just break it gently and say that you do not feel the same way (ouch!) Black rose and vendetta goes hand-in-hand. But for the liberal thinkers, this means rebirth or new beginnings---death begets new beginnings.

Colors are not the only thing to look out for; arrangements too tell a different story. A combo of red and white roses represents union. Two red roses joined together means engagement. Unopened rose buds connote youth and innocent love. Rose leaves symbolize hope and optimism.

Again, a quick visit to the web and an online florist will be of great help. An industry specialist is the key for the doubtful. Be certain to inform the flower delivery service with the specs of the occasion where the roses will be presented. However, one need not have an event or reason to give roses. Pleasant surprises have been one of life’s greatest gifts. You can even give yourself roses!

So I suggest you stop by a local flower shop and contract a flower shop delivery to help you get across that secret message to that oh so special someone.