Bloomsbury BASKETS / POSIES

Welcome to Bloomsbury Florist, your friendly neighbourhood florist in Bloomsbury. We specialise in crafting exquisite flowers for every occasion, with a beautiful collection of baskets and posies designed to brighten your moments. Our local team of floral experts brings years of experience, blending creativity with a deep knowledge of local tastes across Bloomsbury, Russell Square, Fitzrovia, and even as far as King's Cross and the historic British Museum area.

Whether you want to celebrate, comfort, or simply delight, we hand-select the freshest blooms, many sourced from trusted growers, to ensure every arrangement delivers maximum joy. Our same-day delivery service is available until 3 PM, so you can count on us for prompt and reliable service every time you order online. From thoughtful posies perfect for a quick pick-me-up near Torrington Place, to bountiful baskets ready to impress in Brunswick Square, each bouquet is created with care, passion, and our signature Bloomsbury touch.

  • Same-day flower delivery until 3 PM
  • Expert local florists, trusted in Bloomsbury
  • Delivering smiles across Bloomsbury, Russell Square & Fitzrovia

Choose Bloomsbury Florist for baskets and posies that express your sentiments with elegance and warmth. Visit us or order online to experience authentic, locally-inspired floral craft… from our Bloomsbury hearts to your hands.

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BASKETS / POSIES
I imagine this handcrafted willow basket placed on a low table in a sunlit Bloomsbury sitting room, its handle curving like a soft frame over a chorus of pale florals. Several immaculate white Gerbera daisies claim the eye first, their satiny petals unfolding around deep chocolate-brown centers that give the blooms a quietly modern contrast. Interspersed among them are clusters of powder-pink carnations whose layered, frilled edges create a sumptuous, tactile softness, inviting a gentle touch. Filling the gaps are profuse sprays of small white and pale yellow daisy-like blooms - likely chrysanthemums or similar sprays - that add a cheerful, garden-fresh density. Tiny violet-blue star-like flowers thread through the composition, offering a cool, unexpected whisper of colour beneath the dominant creams and pinks. The greenery is thoughtfully varied: soft, round eucalyptus leaves with a subtle silvery bloom lend a fresh, herbal scent, while glossy ruscus branches trail naturally to the left, creating a sense of movement as though the bouquet has just been gathered from a local market. The woven basket itself is light-toned, its natural grain and handwoven pattern visible beneath bright, even light that brings out the texture of petals and leaves. This arrangement has a calm, comforting presence - perfect for bringing a touch of gentle celebration, a get-well wish, or quiet sympathy to a home near Russell Square, and prepared with the care of a neighbourhood florist who prioritises freshness and thoughtful composition.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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In a sun-washed corner of Bloomsbury Florist, a Florist Choice Basket sits ready to delight, its overhead view revealing a sumptuous mix of blooms and foliage. The palette is luxurious: soft pinks, creamy whites, and deep fuchsias mingle with lush greens, including eucalyptus, to give the arrangement movement and scent. Dominant blooms include large hot pink peonies, white ranunculus, pale pink hydrangeas, blush and cream roses, and pristine white anemones with dark centers. Interwoven are white filler flowers and slender greens that add texture and depth, while the basket remains a light-colored woven container with a rustic yet refined air. At the center a white square overlay bears Florist Choice Basket in a graceful script and the price ?60 in bold sans serif, grounding the image in its retail context. This is a premium floral gift that feels tailor-made for celebrations-from birthdays to anniversaries-with a sense of refined abundance and care. Bloomsbury Florist has crafted this bouquet to echo the character of central London life, with quiet moments around Russell Square and lively days near Holborn, ready to bring joy to recipients far and wide. Available for delivery across Bloomsbury and surrounding districts, with same-day options to brighten a day or mark a milestone.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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In this image, a beautifully arranged funeral flower basket rests against a plain white backdrop, allowing the soft interplay of colours and textures to take centre stage. The basket is a light cream or off-white weave, its curved handle rising in a simple arc that frames the blooms without overpowering them. Central to the arrangement is a creamy white rose, perfectly formed with layered petals that seem to fold one into another, conveying peace and remembrance. Flanking this rose, two deep purple calla lilies gently twist upwards, their sleek, trumpet-like forms adding sculptural interest and a sense of dignified grace. Between these focal points, star-shaped clematis-like flowers in tones of pale lilac and lavender are scattered, each with a tiny yellow heart, giving the composition an airy, almost poetic feel. Clusters of yellow and white blossoms, similar to alstroemeria or freesia, are nestled throughout, their smaller blooms brightening the palette and hinting at warmth, kindness, and shared memories. On the right-hand edge, a single fuchsia or magenta gerbera daisy stands out, its vibrant petals creating a subtle focal note that suggests the unique personality of the person being honoured. All the flowers emerge from a generous bed of greenery, including broad, glossy dark leaves and finer, lighter green stems that curl around the blooms and spill softly over the basket's edge. The lighting is even and calm, with a faint shadow grounding the basket on the surface. The effect is of a carefully considered tribute, ideal for funerals, memorial services, or quiet gatherings in Bloomsbury, close to the squares, churches, and historic buildings where families come together to say goodbye with flowers.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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Set against a pure white background, this refined funeral flower basket carries the same poised, bookish charm that defines much of Bloomsbury. The light beige wicker basket, with its gently curved handle, holds a full, rounded mass of flowers that seem to float like a pastel cloud. Dominating the arrangement are large, creamy white roses, their petals open and layered, catching the light in a way that emphasises their softness and grace. Threading between them are star-shaped clematis blooms in muted lavender and pale periwinkle, each centred with a small burst of yellow-green that adds a delicate point of focus, much like a candle in a quiet chapel. Around these, clusters of white and pale yellow flowers-freely arranged, freesia-like, and sometimes ruffled at the edges-contribute both volume and intricate texture, suggesting subtle fragrance and the gentle rustle of petals. Some of these smaller blooms are still in bud, a reminder of continuity and the living bonds that remain after loss. Encircling the flowers, lush dark green foliage spreads in layered tones, from deep, glossy leaves that anchor the design to finer, lighter green stems that soften its outline, reminiscent of leafy corners around Brunswick Square. The arrangement feels calm, composed, and deeply considered, the work of a florist used to preparing tributes for thoughtful communities, from university halls to local residences. It would sit comfortably at a memorial table, a crematorium chapel, or as a sympathy gift delivered across Bloomsbury, offering tender reassurance and understated elegance.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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This image shows a carefully composed sympathy basket, perfect for a funeral or memorial gathering in and around Bloomsbury. The arrangement rests in a light wooden basket with a shallow, oval profile and four unobtrusive feet, giving it a delicately raised stance. Its smooth, arched handle frames the flowers and adds a sense of gentle enclosure, like a protective arm around the blooms. Inside, the flowers are arranged in a full, rounded mound that just spills over the rim, conveying generosity without excess. Creamy white roses appear throughout, fully open and velvety, their spiralling petals suggesting tranquillity and loving remembrance. Nestled amongst them are clusters of deep red carnations, their frilled petals providing texture and emotional intensity, balanced by softer pink and subtly variegated carnations whose edges are kissed with hints of red. These transitional tones lend the arrangement a nuanced, layered look rather than stark contrast. Threaded gently through the main flowers are slender stems of small white blossoms, similar to freesias, with delicate bell-shaped blooms that lift the composition and add a feeling of light and air. The flowers are anchored in a substantial bed of lush, dark green foliage, including broad, glossy leaves that provide shape and stability, and fine, feathery fern-like greenery that softens the silhouette and adds a natural, slightly wild grace. Against the clean white background, every detail stands out clearly, evoking the sense of a tribute lovingly prepared by Bloomsbury Florist for a farewell service near the British Museum, a quiet chapel off Great Russell Street, or a contemplative gathering in a Russell Square townhouse.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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Against a clean, white backdrop, a beautifully rounded bouquet appears like a vivid splash of garden colour, its dome shape carefully composed yet wonderfully natural. The heart of the arrangement is made up of garden roses in an elegant gradient of blush pink, mellow yellow, and soft peach, each flower lush with tightly layered petals. Some roses are wide open, creating swirling centers that invite the eye inward, while others remain gently cupped, as if just on the verge of unfolding. Woven among these romantic blooms are clematis flowers in white and lilac tones, their long, pointed petals giving the design a starry, airy quality. At the center of each clematis, bright yellow stamens catch the light, adding tiny bursts of sunshine. Blue eryngium spikes break through the softness, their thistle-like, metallic blue-grey heads bringing a cool, contemporary edge, reminiscent of sculptural plantings you might spot in a small urban garden just off Bedford Place. Tucked between the roses and clematis, deep purple lisianthus adds richness and depth, some blossoms still tightly furled, others beginning to curl open with a gentle ruffle. Bright red hypericum berries are scattered thoughtfully through the bouquet, their smooth, rounded clusters giving cheerful sparks of contrasting colour. All of this sits within a generous frame of foliage: glossy green leaves, wispy feathery sprigs, and notes of plum-toned greens that add dimension and a slightly moody undertone. The composition feels balanced and thoughtful, like a bouquet chosen for a Bloomsbury book launch, a quiet graduation celebration near the university, or a heartfelt thank-you gift, brought to life by local florists who understand both classic beauty and modern London style.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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Seen from above against a pure white backdrop, this perfectly rounded bouquet pairs stately white oriental lilies with tightly cupped cream roses to create a refined, monochrome composition. The lilies dominate with their trumpet-like forms and pale green stamens, each petal spreading wide to reveal gentle shading toward the centre, while the roses sit lower, their layered, velvety petals forming soft domes that add depth and tenderness. Interwoven throughout are delicate clusters of white Baby's Breath (Gypsophila), whose tiny blossoms offer a frothy, cloud-like texture that breathes lightness into the dense arrangement. Small, vibrant green leaves are tucked discreetly at the perimeter, offering a fresh counterpoint that outlines the round shape and intensifies the whites. The light is diffused and cool, bringing a porcelain clarity to the cream tones and allowing surface textures to read clearly: the satiny rose folds, the smooth lily petal edges and the whisper-fine stems of the gypsophila. Aromatically, imagine the sweet, lily-forward perfume tempered by the soft, honeyed scent of roses - a composition that feels both celebratory and consoling. This bouquet is the sort of classic design customers in Bloomsbury ask for when planning weddings near Russell Square or sending sympathy to a neighbour on Gower Street. Prepared by Bloomsbury Florist with an eye for symmetry and freshness, it radiates purity and quiet dignity, making it equally suitable as a bridal posy, an elegant centrepiece, or a thoughtful gift for life's most sincere moments.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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A richly textured, hand-tied bouquet set against a pure white background, composed with the attentive eye of a local Bloomsbury florist. Dominant are the large, immaculate white lilies with their graceful, trumpet-like petals opening to reveal pale yellow stamens and occasional green buds that promise more blooms to come. Interspersed through this luminous tableau are soft blush pink roses and warm cream roses, presented at varying stages from compact buds to fully unfurled blossoms whose velvety petals form gentle spirals. Providing an arresting color contrast, several fuchsia or deep-magenta Oriental lilies-reminiscent of Stargazers-anchor the center with their spotted throats and vivid yellow anthers, punctuating the arrangement with drama and scent. Tiny white clusters of baby's breath (Gypsophila) are threaded throughout, lending an airy, cloud-like texture that softens and visually fills the spaces between the larger blooms. Fresh green foliage and slender stems peek out beneath the heady mass of flowers, giving structure and a natural backdrop. The photo's bright, even lighting highlights the detailed textures-the satin skin of petals, the crisp edges of leaves, the delicate pollen dust-and suggests the bouquet was prepared for immediate enjoyment. As a local touch, this elegant design is the sort of piece Bloomsbury Florist crafts for deliveries around Great Russell Street and Tottenham Court Road, suitable for weddings, milestone birthdays, or to offer sympathy with understated grace.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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This rounded, cushion-like arrangement of blush-pink roses and pure white freesia evokes the hush of an early morning in a Bloomsbury garden. The composition is densely woven so stems disappear beneath a cloud of blooms - large, open roses with layered petals sit beside smaller spray roses in softer pinks, creating depth through size and tone. White freesia pops through the mass in tidy clusters; some blooms are fully open with delicate yellow stamens visible, others remain upright buds, suggesting a slow, lingering fragrance as the flowers continue to awaken. Lush green foliage builds a verdant backdrop: broad, dark green leaves provide weight and shape, while variegated leaves with cream margins add lightness and a painterly edge. The texture is tactile - velvety rose petals, waxy greenery, and the slender trumpet of freesia - and the light is natural and gentle, highlighting the petals' translucence. As a florist who knows this neighbourhood well, I imagine this bouquet resting on a table by the windows of a flat near the British Museum or sent as a quiet congratulation for a new baby or a tender birthday morning. The overall mood is one of gentle celebration and calm affection; it's an arrangement that honours intimacy, scent, and softness, handcrafted with thoughtful placement and an eye for comforting colour harmony that suits Bloomsbury's understated elegance.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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