Roses Florist

Pure and Simple

2011-08-27T09:49:00.001+12:00

Sweetpeas and tulips teamed with rosemary for a pure and simple, french inspired wedding.

photo www.lester.co.nz

Jenny & Kumanan February wedding 2011

2011-05-15T21:52:00.000+12:00

Another stunning bride this wedding season to showcase those beautiful dahlias.

Nicholas and Kimberly - January 2011

2011-04-28T16:51:00.001+12:00

I love these images by Mike Whitaker of Nicholas and Kimberly's wedding on Auckland's north shore earlier this year.
'Just picked' bouquet's were well suited to the relaxed nature of this wedding, with shells collected from local beaches and used as buttonholes, and tied to the bridesmaids posies. Cow Parsley (otherwise known as roadside weeds) were included in the bouquets to give that wild and untamed look.
Check out this video montage for more great images. www.youtube.com/watch?v=1eJmseNIvWI.

Some more-1950s wedding

2011-03-25T19:56:00.002+13:00

As promised, some more from Andrew and Becky's 1950s theme wedding. Thanks to Jeremy Hill for the beautiful images.

The Owl and the Pussycat

2011-03-24T14:40:00.001+13:00

It was a delight to work with Shani and Luke on their March wedding at the Dome in the Auckland Museum this year. Shani had designed the wedding invitations with reference to the Owl and the Pussycat. Inspired by the innocent storybook nature of the theme we created a sweet and innocent style for the bridal party and table flowers. For the tables, quilted jamjars tied with stripe ribbon were filled with palest pink dahlias, blue hydrangeas and tweedia. Paper flowers were tied to the aisle chairs for the ceremony and the girls all carried armfull's of dahlias, roses, hydrangeas and soft grey foliages.
A stunning couple, a fabulous looking wedding.
The following photos are by jo currie.

Harriet and Jamie - Mantells January 2011

2011-03-24T13:34:00.001+13:00

Mantells is one of our favourite wedding venues and located just over the road from our shop. The decor, full of beautiful antiques and muted colours was perfectly suited to Harriet and Jamie's elegant vintage styled wedding. We used a mix of washed out coffee coloured roses and cream lizianthus for the bouquet's and buttonhole's to create an old world look and to compliment the bridal gown and bridesmaid's mismatched dresses.

Dahlia's for a Summer wedding

2011-02-19T15:17:00.001+13:00

Our favourite blooms, Dahlias, were the feature flower used in the January wedding of Emma and James. Muted pinks, apricots and mauves were used to tie in with the pretty feminine hues worn by Emma's bridesmaids.
These great photos from Susanna Burton photography.

Waiheke wedding-Davida and Chris

2011-02-15T17:20:00.001+13:00

The beautiful surrounds of Waiheke island make for stunning summer weddings, the beach, the vineyards, the sun..... perfect!
Davida and Chris decided on Delamore Lodge for their January wedding, cream and dusky pink being the theme.

We used vintage coloured hydrangeas in enamel jugs for the table arrangements and Davida carried a voluptuous bouquet of avalanche, sweet avalanche and talea roses.
Thanks to Emma from Emma Hughes photography for the delightful images.

Aimee and Stephen at the Leigh Sawmill

2011-01-28T21:18:00.021+13:00

Some lovely images capturing Aimee and Stephen's December wedding at Leigh Sawmill. Aimee and her bridesmaids carried bouquets of paeonies, queen anne's lace, tweedia, lizianthus and avalanche roses.


Photos courtesy of Angela Scott photography

The tables were decorated with mismatched jars and bottles and filled with the same flowers as the bridal party.

Thanks to the lovely Aimee for letting us showcase her wedding and to Angela Scott for the use of her photos.

Wishing you a festive christmas and jolly good holiday.

2010-12-22T21:45:00.003+13:00

photo courtesy of Palette Photography

And don't we all deserve it! We're looking forward to feasting, sleeping, feasting, sunbaking and time out with the family. From all of us here at Roses, enjoy the holidays, see you back on the 5th of Jan.

Tiffany Jeans Loves our flowers - Viva 22/12/10

2010-12-22T21:32:00.001+13:00


Viva magazine 22/12/10

Thanks Tiffany, we love your work too!

Sugar and Spice and All Things Nice

2010-12-07T12:30:00.002+13:00

These pretty pink posies, sugary and sweet, remind me of a candy shop. The blushing bride you'll be with an ultra feminine rosy posy. How can you resist!

A 1950s theme wedding

2010-10-17T17:08:00.001+13:00

Becky and Andrew tied the knot this weekend in a gorgeous vintage 1950s inspired wedding. The ceremony was held in the fabulous Hollywood cinema complete with axminster carpet and traditional cinema seats ( lots of amusement for the kids). Becky decorated the room with huge paper flowers and ribbons, a whimsical touch which really added to the theme of the day. The reception was equally stunning with vintage plates and cut glass vases filled with old fashioned blooms. Becky, a florist at Roses, looked absolutely stunning as a modern 1950s bride with a filled to the brim bouquet in lemons,creams and white. Here's a peek at some details from the day. More photos to come.

A lovely lemony treat

2010-10-12T20:46:00.000+13:00

Always a favourite, these delightful tree paeonies are on their way! From now until the beginning of November we'll be filling wedding bouquets with these romantic old world blooms. Coming in a range of hues from dusky pinks and apricots to crisp whites and lemons.

These romantic bridal bouquets are a mix of lemon tree paeonies, de la creme roses, fragrant stephanotis and cymbidium orchids, just the right thing for a spring bride.

First Tee Charity Event

2010-10-12T20:05:00.001+13:00

Floral arrangement for today's charity event at the Northern Club

a FLORAL theme for Garnier

2010-09-12T21:38:00.003+12:00

Recently we were asked to compliment a new range of Garnier products with some floral theming.
Garden of Garnier was the brief, and here is what we did for the launch of these new products.
Spring is in the air as you can see with the gorgeous blossom used.
We were also asked to do a floral demonstration, to give invited guests some inspiration, and to show you don't always need loads of flowers to create a great look.
If you would like to view more, go to www.thread.co.nz.

IN STORE Vintage cards

2010-09-11T21:10:00.000+12:00

Remember these guys? Made from vintage wallpaper, the Womble collection is sure to take you on a trip down memory lane. The talented Becky Quedley's range of vintage wallpaper cards available only at Roses Florist.

IN BLOOM Pretty flowers for your hair

2010-09-10T15:05:00.001+12:00

In this months New Zealand Good Health magazine we showcase some beautiful blooms to adorn your summer hair!

Colour Inspiration GREEN

2010-08-27T22:59:00.000+12:00

From the forest floor to tropical isles to your own backyard, it's good to be green!
Usually used to compliment colourful bouquets, we like to see masses of green getting the attention too. At this time of year cymbidium orchids are in good supply, the vibrant limey greens will freshen up the place. Hellebore or winter rose is in abundance, display in ceramic jugs or enamel for a romantic cottage garden feel to your home. For an elegant look, handfuls of moss can be used to cover the base of potted orchids or amaryllus plants.
The wonderful textures of gorgeous green flowers and plants will compliment all kinds of interiors, it is both restful and energising and a delight to have around. We love you GREEN!

be inspired

2010-08-04T11:07:00.000+12:00

Oh Sweetpea

2010-07-29T21:26:00.003+12:00

Although in the depths of winter, we give hope of the summer to come, with these gorgeous sweetpeas, tulips and all things spring. Check out these cutesy posy's brightening up the village's pavement.

roses weddings

2010-07-10T08:15:00.021+12:00

Let Roses Florist help you on your journey and transform your inspiration into reality.
From an informal garden setting to chic city event we can create beautiful and memorable flowers to suit your unique personal style.