Islington Retirement Flowers

At Flowers Islington, we believe every new chapter in life deserves to be celebrated with beauty and joy. As your trusted local florist, we create exquisite retirement bouquets that capture the spirit of new beginnings in Islington and nearby areas like Angel, Highbury, and Canonbury. Our team prides itself on years of local expertise, using carefully selected seasonal flowers to craft arrangements as inspiring as the occasion.

Located near landmarks such as Upper Street, Highbury Fields, and the vibrant Camden Passage, we’re deeply rooted in the Islington community. Let us be part of your celebration—whether you’re ordering for family, friends, or a cherished colleague, our retirement bouquets will mark the moment with elegant blooms and a personal touch.

Need it fast? Take advantage of our reliable same-day delivery service available until 3 PM. Simply order online and relax, knowing your special gift will arrive fresh and on time, anywhere in Islington and the surrounding neighbourhoods.

  • Hand-arranged retirement bouquets, brimming with local charm
  • Delivery to Angel, Highbury, Canonbury, and all of Islington
  • Convenient online ordering, expert local service

Trust your local Islington florist for retirement flowers that truly say, "Here’s to you and the adventures ahead!"

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RETIREMENT FLOWERS
Against a pristine white background, a lush, dome-shaped bouquet appears as if freshly arranged on the counter of a small Islington flower shop. At its centre, two striking deep red roses rise slightly above the other blooms, their tightly furled petals rich and velvety, inviting thoughts of romance, heartfelt apologies, or meaningful celebrations. Embracing these focal roses is a collar of white daisy-like chrysanthemums, their slim, layered petals framing bright lime-green centres that bring a lively, almost spring-like brightness to the arrangement. Intertwined among the whites are numerous daisy-style flowers in gentle pink tones, ranging from soft blush to a more confident mid-pink, each bloom echoing the same vivid green heart and adding warmth and charm. Between the larger blossoms, delicate sprays of pink waxflower add intricate detail, their tiny starry petals and wiry stems creating a fine, feathery texture that softens the bouquet's silhouette. A mix of deep and fresh green foliage wraps around the flowers, with broad, slightly glossy leaves peeking through and giving the whole design a natural, garden-fresh personality. The stems are neatly tied and cut evenly, forming a tidy handle that suggests this bouquet is ready to be placed in a clear glass vase on a kitchen table in Barnsbury or a living room near Angel. The lighting is bright and even, enhancing each petal's subtle shading and the crisp edges of the leaves. With its balance of red, white, pink, and green, this bouquet feels calming yet celebratory, ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, thank-you gifts, or sending get-well wishes across Islington's townhouses and apartments.
FLORAL MELODY
£45.00
Photographed straight on against a pure white background, this mixed flower bouquet appears almost three-dimensional, its rounded shape and rich colours capturing the energy of Islington's streets on a bright day. At its core and spaced thoughtfully throughout are striking roses with petals that shift from sunny yellow in their centres to warm orange and subtle red-orange at the outer edges, giving each bloom the look of a tiny sunset. Surrounding them, white daisy-like chrysanthemums with clean, crisp petals encircle vivid lime-green centres, bringing a fresh, uncluttered brightness reminiscent of a walk through Highbury & Islington in early spring. Tucked in between, clusters of smaller magenta and fuchsia chrysanthemums add a velvety intensity, their densely packed petals and yellow-green hearts echoing the colours of the daisies while deepening the overall palette. Dark green foliage, glossy and structured, peeks from behind and between the flowers, giving the bouquet definition and helping to guide the eye across its surface. The stems are visible at the base, trimmed evenly and bound closely together, suggesting careful hand-tied work by skilled local florists who know how to balance form and fullness. The interplay of bright yellow, glowing orange, clean white, and rich magenta creates a feeling of joy, gratitude, and quiet celebration, making this design ideal for same-day delivery to homes, studios, and offices around Islington, from Angel and Holloway Road to peaceful side streets near Canonbury. It would feel equally suited to birthdays, anniversaries, or simply surprising a friend after lunch on Upper Street with a burst of colour and life.
BERRY BURST
£43.00
Brimming with joy and expressive colour, this Islington bouquet is a study in floral celebration, captured against a clean white background to emphasize every detail. The composition brings together lush roses, blossoming in creamy peach and spirited orange hues, their velvety petals unfurling in harmonious waves. Scattered thoughtfully among them are chrysanthemums-some radiating cheerful white petals around lively green centers, others bursting in deep magenta and purple, their vivid tones echoing the vibrance of Islington's community. Abundant, broad green foliage lends a structural framework and a sense of fullness to the design, reminiscent of the leafy enclaves along Canonbury Square. A single arching strand of bear grass crowns the ensemble, adding a refined, contemporary edge to the classic arrangement. The bouquet rests in a bed of bright orange cellophane, elegantly crinkled to complement the warmth of the roses, making it an ideal offering for any occasion-whether a spontaneous gesture for a friend on Essex Road or a heartfelt gift marking a milestone in Angel. With every bloom, this bouquet radiates the uplifting spirit and modern artistry that defines Islington's local florists.
HONEYMOON
£55.00
A lush, rounded bouquet of chrysanthemums in white, cream, and vivid lime green is set against a bright white background, its hand-tied form clearly visible from the domed top of blooms down to the neatly gathered stems. The focal flowers are full chrysanthemum heads with countless narrow petals, each petal curving outward in soft layers from pale green and buttery-yellow centres, giving the bouquet a generous, cushion-like appearance. Interspersed among these larger blooms are sprays of smaller chrysanthemum and daisy-style flowers, their petite, starry petals and compact clusters creating a light, dancing texture that makes the arrangement feel alive, as if it has just been brought in from a garden near Barnsbury. Tucked throughout are lime-green pompon chrysanthemums, their perfectly round, button-like forms and intense green colour delivering a modern pop that energises the serene whites. Dark green foliage is threaded subtly between the blossoms, adding shadow, depth, and a natural, leafy frame reminiscent of the pockets of greenery around Highbury & Islington. At the base, the stems are cut to a uniform length and held tightly together with a generous band of lime-green satin ribbon. This ribbon is tied into a polished, multi-loop bow whose sheen catches the light and mirrors the fresh green of the pompons above. The overall impression is one of clean elegance and gentle optimism, well-suited for a get-well bouquet delivered by Flowers Islington, a thoughtful thank-you gift for a friend near Angel, or a refined accent on a dining table in a flat overlooking Upper Street.
LIME ZEST
£50.00
This photograph features a hand-tied bouquet of mixed flowers, positioned upright against a seamless white background so every shape, hue, and texture stands out clearly, as if arranged in a contemporary Islington studio. At the centre are several plush, fully opened roses in creamy white tipped with the gentlest hint of pale yellow. Their tightly layered petals curve outward in classic spirals, giving the design a refined, romantic focal point. Clustering around these roses are vibrant fuchsia and magenta chrysanthemums, each bloom sporting a fresh yellow-green centre that adds a lively, sparkling note, much like the colourful shopfronts along Essex Road. The chrysanthemums' slightly ruffled petals create a sense of movement and volume, contrasting beautifully with the smooth, velvety finish of the rose petals. Threaded between the larger flowers are clusters of tiny white daisies, akin to chamomile or Matricaria, with minute golden-yellow centres that lend the bouquet a light, meadow-inspired charm, as if it had been gathered during a slow stroll near Highbury Corner. Hints of rich green foliage peek through, adding depth and framing the blossoms without overwhelming the airy feel of the arrangement. The stems are firmly gathered at the base and finished with a green and white gingham ribbon, tied with care just above the cut ends, suggesting a bouquet ready to be handed over as a heartfelt gift or delivered the same day around Islington and nearby Canonbury. The lighting is bright and even, casting delicate shadows that reveal the rounded shape and layers of blooms. Overall, the bouquet communicates joy, warmth, and thoughtful appreciation, ideal for marking birthdays, saying thank you, or simply adding colour to an urban home.
LOVELY DREAMER
£50.00
MARVELOUS BLOOMS
MARVELOUS BLOOMS
£63.00
A rounded bouquet of hydrangeas and rich foliage stands out against a spotless white background, composed with the kind of care you might expect from a boutique florist just off Angel. At its heart, a large, domed head of creamy white hydrangea draws the eye, its tiny florets clustering so tightly they create the illusion of a single, pillowy form. From this centre, clouds of pale blue hydrangeas extend towards the top left and right, the petals gently overlapping and shifting from icy pastel at the edges to slightly deeper blues inside, like reflections of a pale sky over Islington's leafy terraces. Between these, compact but lush lime-green hydrangea heads unwind, adding bright, zesty colour that keeps the palette fresh and contemporary. Threaded through the hydrangeas, an array of greenery shapes the bouquet and adds depth. Silvery-green eucalyptus leaves, distinctly rounded and slightly matte in texture, arc outward in soft lines, bringing a cool, calming note and a whisper of woodland fragrance to the imagination. In contrast, darker, shinier leaves nestle closer to the blooms, their deeper green tones grounding the design and making the pastel hydrangeas appear even more luminous. All the stems are gathered firmly at the base, aligned and tied to form a classic hand-tied bouquet that seems ready to be set into a simple vase on a windowsill overlooking Essex Road. Gentle, diffused lighting enhances the natural curves and subtle colour gradations of the petals, giving the arrangement an air of quiet celebration. The bouquet's blend of white, blue, and green feels perfect for marking life's softer moments in Islington-anniversaries, thank-you gifts, new-baby arrivals, or a peaceful floral accent in a modern flat.
MOONLIGHT PATH
£60.00
Set against a clean white background, this hand-tied bouquet looks like it has just been lifted from a florist's bench in Islington, its colours vivid and shapes precisely balanced. At the centre are several pink roses, half to fully open, with velvety petals unfolding in tight spirals that suggest both softness and quiet elegance. Surrounding them, yellow gerbera daisies with dark, almost black-brown centres provide a bright, happy contrast, their narrow, elongated petals arranged in neat circles that feel playful yet refined. Reaching upward from within the main cluster, tall spikes of blue delphiniums carry multiple small, open flowers along their slender stems, introducing a cool blue note that adds height, movement, and a touch of wild garden charm, as though freshly gathered from a border near Highbury Fields. The whole arrangement is enveloped in lush greenery. Delicate fern fronds emerge at various angles, giving a light, feathery frame, while broader dark-green leaves with a glossy surface anchor the bouquet and create a rich backdrop for the blooms. Tucked between the main stems are cushions of bright green filler foliage, compact and textured, adding depth and making the bouquet appear full and abundant. Around the base of the flower heads, several wide, tropical-style leaves, some gently striped with lighter green, are elegantly wrapped to form a smooth collar that conceals the binding and emphasises the rounded outline. Below this leafy collar, the straight green stems gather neatly and are secured with a pale cream or soft green wrap tied in a simple knot, presenting the bouquet as ready to gift or deliver across Islington, from quiet side streets off Upper Street to lively spots near Angel station, as a colourful symbol of celebration and appreciation.
NATURAL POETRY
£60.00
This hand-tied bouquet, set against a clean white backdrop, feels like a pause in the bustle of Islington, a moment of softness captured in flowers. At its heart, generous garden roses bloom in blush, dusty pink, and muted mauve, their layered petals spiralling outwards in full, rounded shapes that instantly read as romantic and refined. Threaded between them, ruffled carnations display a subtle ombré, shading from creamy ivory and soft shell pink at the centre to deeper rose and plum-pink at the edges, adding both volume and a gentle, fluttering texture. Deep indigo-blue accents-some in tight, tulip-like buds, others opening in velvety petals-bring a jewel-like contrast, while one prominent royal blue anemone with a nearly black centre anchors the design near the front. Slender stems of pale lavender and lilac stock rise among the larger blooms, their small clustered flowers creating vertical movement and lending the sense of a light, powdery fragrance. The whole bouquet is cradled in lush foliage: deep green leaves and rounded, silvery eucalyptus that introduce cool tones and a faintly herbal, calming scent, like breathing in the greenery of a hidden courtyard off Essex Road. The stems are bound at the bottom and left visible, a clear sign of a freshly crafted design prepared for same-day delivery around Islington. With its blend of soothing and dramatic colours, this bouquet would be perfectly at home on a dining table near Angel, as an anniversary gift in De Beauvoir, or as a heartfelt thank-you sent to a studio flat close to Highbury Fields.
NOBLE BEAUTY
£67.00
Arranging this bouquet from my light-filled Islington studio, I'm always struck by the interplay between the dreamy blush gerberas and lush, classic pink roses. Their soft layered shades blend together like the dawn-lit buildings along Canonbury Square-gentle, luminous, and inviting. At intervals, rich purple spikes of statice lend vivid punctuation, the kind of colour surprise you'd expect at a Saturday morning market in Angel. The cool, dewy foliage forms a steady undercurrent, as reassuring and fresh as a green walk through Barnsbury Wood. Framed in an understated glass vase, the overall feel of the bouquet is light, uplifting, and quietly sophisticated, as if it channels the optimism of a crisp spring morning in North London. Whether intended as a heartfelt recovery gesture or as an elegant finishing touch for a contemporary Islington living space, this arrangement-meticulously crafted by local florists-reflects thoughtful artistry and the unique joy of sharing blooms with the community.
PINK DAZE
£49.00
A generously rounded bouquet, rich in pink, mauve, purple, and green, is set against a clean white background, the composition carefully arranged to showcase both structure and softness. At the centre, soft pastel pink roses form the focal point, their petals gradually unfurling from tight, cupped buds to fully open blooms, with subtle blush tones at the core melting into lighter edges. These are beautifully complemented by ruffled carnations in dusty rose and muted mauve, whose layers of frill-like petals provide volume and a nostalgic, romantic texture that suits an Islington townhouse as easily as a modern flat off Essex Road. Shooting gracefully through the body of the bouquet, slender Veronica spikes in deep violet-blue bring a linear elegance, introducing height and an almost painterly sense of motion. Interlaced around them, delicate sprays of small, daisy-like aster flowers in gentle lavender and periwinkle add an airy veil of colour, their tiny yellow centres creating soft points of light. Richer purple lisianthus blooms nestle among these lighter elements, their bell-shaped forms and velvety petals lending a feeling of quiet luxury and depth. Encircling the flowers is a thoughtfully chosen mix of foliage: broad, silvery-green eucalyptus leaves that curve softly, contrasted with bright, chartreuse green fillers evocative of bupleurum or green trick dianthus, bringing lively freshness and textural contrast reminiscent of springtime in nearby Barnard Park. The stems are gathered neatly and visibly at the base, tied in a classic hand-tied fashion, ready to slip into a vase without further arranging. Overall, the bouquet radiates a sense of calm celebration and polished artistry, suited for thoughtful gifts, intimate celebrations, or same-day flower deliveries around Islington's creative, village-like streets.
SPRING CHARM
£57.00
Vivid and energetic, this Islington-inspired bouquet draws you in with its sunflowers leading the charge-their chocolate centers and radiant petals opened to the light, like market stalls basking at Chapel Market. Soft, voluptuous yellow roses spiral outward in plush textures, forming a classic frame for the arrangement. Around them, tiny yet vibrant clusters of Hypericum berries sparkle in carmine red, evoking the bright, unexpected detail that gives Islington its charm. The layered greenery-ranging from fanned ferns to feathery solidago brimming with petite yellow buds-adds movement and echoes the neighborhood's gardens in bloom. Eucalyptus leaves thread through, blue-green and subtly aromatic, grounding the composition with their modern touch. The spherical glass vase's clean contours let the stems take center stage, cradled in clear water like flowers freshly gathered from a stroll down Canonbury Lane. Ideal for commemorating special days, cheering up a co-worker, or being the centerpiece for brunch on a sun-dappled N1 terrace, this arrangement radiates positivity and togetherness. Every bloom and leaf, selected with the care of a seasoned Islington florist, comes alive in the soft glow of the room.
SUNNY FIELDS
£70.00
Basking in luminous daylight, this arrangement of Gerbera daisies is alive with movement and optimism-a true reflection of Islington's creative spirit. The harmonious blend of sparkling yellows, glowing oranges, and sumptuous fuchsia blooms are thoughtfully arranged by local floral experts, accented with fresh, verdant leaves that lend natural depth. Their radiant petals burst outward from deep, dramatic centres, weaving a visual narrative that draws the eye and heart alike. Encased with care, first in crackling, clear cellophane and then swathed in rustic brown paper, the wrapping evokes mornings roaming Chapel Market for fresh flowers or visiting artisan boutiques along St. John's Street. Tied with simple twine, a dainty white tag, adorned with a subtle rose illustration, offers space for a handwritten wish or message. The clarity of the glass vase reveals every slender stem, basking in water that sustains their vitality. The bouquet is neither too formal nor too wild-perfect for marking significant moments, celebrating a friend's new job in Clerkenwell, or brightening an apartment on Essex Road. This arrangement, prepared by those who know Islington's tastes and traditions, delivers a sense of effortless joy and heartfelt appreciation, destined to bring genuine warmth wherever it arrives.
SUNNY GARDEN
£49.00
Crafted with an Islington florist's practiced care, this bouquet is a symphony of sensation and sentiment. The roses-each bloom unfolding in delicate gradients from dusky coral and sun-washed peach to soft pink and creamy yellow-are held together by deep green, tactile foliage that frames their radiance, much like the leafy lanes off Essex Road shelter bursts of colour. Gentle light plays across the velvety petals, promising both visual and tactile pleasure, while the clean white background focuses all attention on the bouquet's artistry. Nearby rests a pouch of Thorntons Orange Crisp chocolates, the elegant packaging with script and illustration describing their enticing interior-a tangy orange filling with crisp wafer encased in smooth chocolate. Two actual chocolates recline before the pouch, glossy shells catching the light and inviting a sensory experience. This pairing captures the fleeting wonder of a summer's dusk near Canonbury Square, when roses scent the breeze and laughter fills the air. It is the perfect set for a milestone celebrated in Islington, from anniversaries to thoughtful gestures just because, each element chosen to offer comfort, joy, and a touch of luxury.
SWEET SERENADE
£89.00
This sumptuous bouquet is a testament to Islington floristry-a hand-tied floral arrangement teeming with depth, nuance, and poetic detail. Dramatic indigo and teal hydrangeas cluster at the heart, their fullness and rich tone immediately drawing the eye, much like a vibrant display outside the boutiques of Camden Passage. Nestled among them, lavender and white roses unfold, each delicately layered petal infusing a sense of calm and refinement. Fluffy white ranunculus add plush texture and gentle movement, balancing the bouquet's structure. Pale yellow lisianthus buds peek through, their slender forms and soft hues bringing a sunlit warmth reminiscent of early afternoons in Canonbury's hidden gardens. Sprays of bright fuchsia filler flowers, complemented by wispy pink astilbe, provide energy and airy, whimsical borders. Light-laced green and white filigree filler flowers create intricate detail, reminiscent of local wildflowers glimpsed along Regent's Canal. Enveloping the bouquet, deep green foliage offers restful balance and highlights every colourful flourish. Finished with a broad, lustrous royal purple ribbon around the stems, the arrangement is at once classic and contemporary. Ideal as a striking centrepiece or thoughtful gift, this bouquet celebrates life's special moments with the distinctive style of Islington's floral experts.
TIMELESS VICTORIAN
£57.00
TROPIC GETAWAY 2
TROPIC GETAWAY
£64.00
YOU ARE EXQUISITE
YOU ARE EXQUISITE
£65.00
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