This detailed close-up shows an elegant sympathy bouquet that seems to glow softly in the light, as if positioned beside a quiet window in an Oxford terrace house. At the centre of the arrangement are numerous creamy white roses, their petals unfurling in perfect spirals that draw the eye gently inward. Each bloom is fully open yet still fresh, with velvety, slightly overlapping petals that create a sense of calm abundance rather than showiness. The roses are not a harsh white; instead they carry subtle ivory and off-white tones, lending warmth and tenderness, the sort of gentle beauty that feels appropriate for a condolence gesture. Surrounding and weaving between the roses are generous clusters of fine lavender and pale pink filler flowers, probably statice or limonium. These tiny, papery blossoms form a delicate halo of colour, creating movement and softness, like the muted pastels of an Oxfordshire sky at dusk beyond Port Meadow. Their light, misty appearance contrasts beautifully with the more substantial rose heads, adding both texture and depth to the design. All of the stems gather neatly into a tall, slender, clear glass vase filled with clean water, where the green stems are visible, straight and healthy, reinforcing a sense of freshness and care. The vase is placed on a pristine white surface that reflects the natural light, enhancing the bouquet's gentle luminosity. The background is out of focus, rendered in pale, neutral tones that keep attention firmly on the flowers. The overall mood is quiet, respectful, and soothing-a thoughtful floral tribute suitable for sending sympathy across Oxford, from Botley to Marston, when words alone are not enough.
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A refined bouquet of white roses and lavender filler flowers fills this image with an atmosphere of gentle peace, the kind of arrangement a family in Oxford might choose to express sympathy with quiet dignity. The roses are generously sized and fully open, revealing spiral hearts of soft, creamy petals that appear almost silky. Their off-white tone leans toward ivory, adding warmth and a sense of human tenderness rather than stark formality. Nestled closely around these blooms are countless tiny florets in shades of pale lavender and blush pink, likely statice, which create a light, cloud-like veil of colour. This delicate haze frames the roses beautifully, tempering their classic shape with something more ethereal, reminiscent of soft morning fog over the colleges near the High Street. All the flowers are arranged with care in a tall, clear glass vase, its cylindrical shape allowing the viewer to see the straight, clean green stems extending down into fresh, transparent water. This glimpse of the stems emphasises how freshly cut the flowers are, as if recently prepared by a local florist near the Covered Market or along Banbury Road. The vase rests on a smooth white surface that gently reflects the ambient light, while the background is softly blurred into pale greys and whites, ensuring that nothing distracts from the calm composition. The overall impression is one of understated grace and sincere compassion-a floral arrangement that brings a sense of comfort and quiet support to a home in mourning, whether in central Oxford or the surrounding villages. Captured from a bird's-eye view, this bouquet creates a soothing circle of white and lavender, perfectly centred on a bright, uncluttered white background. Around a dozen white roses are nestled together so closely that their rounded forms almost touch, creating a smooth, continuous ring of blooms. The roses are at varying stages of bloom: some are still modest, bowl-shaped buds, while others are beginning to unfold, their petals loosening into soft spirals, and a few are fully open, showcasing their intricate, layered hearts. Their colour is predominantly a cool, clean white, with subtle undertones of ivory and pale cream where light and shadow meet deep inside each flower. Surrounding and threading through these roses is an airy layer of lavender limonium, its countless tiny blossoms forming a gentle purple haze. The limonium's fine, branching stems and papery flowers contrast beautifully with the lush, velvety texture of the roses, adding volume and a sense of movement, almost like a soft cloud drifting around the central blooms. Only slivers of green foliage are visible, quietly supporting the structure from beneath. To me, as an Oxford florist, this is the kind of arrangement that might be delivered to a quiet terrace home near Iffley Road or placed in a reflective space overlooking the dreaming spires, offering comfort without any need for words. The overall mood is peaceful, graceful, and contemplative - a refined sympathy bouquet that conveys solace, remembrance, and heartfelt care through its gentle interplay of white and lavender tones.

PEARL MEMORIES£60.00

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Express heartfelt sympathy with the Pearl Memories bouquet from Flowers Oxford. This elegant funeral and condolence arrangement features timeless white roses gently accented with soft purple limonium, creating a serene and graceful tribute. Thoughtfully designed to convey deep sorrow and loving remembrance, Pearl Memories is ideal for funerals, memorial services or sending sympathy flowers to loved ones in Oxford.

Each bouquet is handcrafted by our expert Oxford florists using premium, long-lasting blooms. White roses symbolise purity, love and respect, while the delicate purple limonium adds a subtle touch of colour and texture. The original size bouquet is pictured; vase is shown for illustration only and not included unless selected.

We guarantee 5 days of freshness and deliver many stems in bud so you can watch them open beautifully. Next day flower delivery in Oxford is available on orders placed before 4 pm, making it easy to send a timely and meaningful gesture. Please note that, due to seasonal availability, we may substitute certain flowers with similar varieties of equal or higher quality and value, always keeping the elegant white and soft purple palette.

Choose Pearl Memories to offer comfort, remembrance and a gentle message of support when words are not enough.
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    The arrangement was perfect and the flowers remained fresh throughout the event.

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    The elegance of the flowers provided a comforting presence. Truly a compassionate service.

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    The combination of white roses and pale purple limonium created a stunning display.

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    The combination of white roses and pale purple limonium was perfect. Very tasteful.

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    Professional service and stunning flowers that perfectly honored our loved one.

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    A heartfelt arrangement that beautifully represented our sentiments. Truly appreciated.

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    Beautifully fresh flowers that added grace to the memorial service.

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