Maida Vale BASKETS / POSIES

At Maida Vale Florist, our basket arrangements and delicate posies are thoughtfully designed for those moments when words aren't quite enough. From peaceful tributes to uplifting thank-you gifts, every design is handcrafted by our experienced local florist team right here in Maida Vale, close to Elgin Avenue, Warwick Avenue and the tranquil paths of Little Venice.

We carefully select fresh seasonal flowers each morning, creating elegant wicker baskets and compact posies that are easy to place at home, at a service, or graveside. If you need something quickly, we offer reliable same-day delivery across Maida Vale, St John's Wood, and Kilburn when you order online before 3 PM.

Our florists regularly help families and friends choose the right tones and textures for sympathy tributes, church services, and intimate gatherings. Whether you prefer soft whites and creams, gentle pastels, or richer seasonal colour, we'll guide you with calm, professional advice and genuine local knowledge.

  • Thoughtfully arranged baskets for homes, services and care homes
  • Graceful posies for funerals, memorials and quiet personal remembrance
  • Local same-day delivery available until 3 PM, Monday to Saturday

You're welcome to order online or pop in to discuss a bespoke design. At Maida Vale Florist, we're proud to be a trusted local name for comforting, beautifully crafted funeral and gift bouquets, baskets and posies.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A lovingly assembled wicker basket set against a brilliant white background, this arrangement opens like a soft, consoling embrace. The composition centers on several immaculate white Gerbera daisies whose wide, clean petals and dark brown to nearly black centres create a clear visual heart to the bouquet. Around them, clusters of blush-pink carnations unfurl in frothy rosettes, their layered textures suggesting tenderness and warmth to the touch. Interspersed throughout are small spray chrysanthemums or asters in white and pale butter-yellow, which lend a feathery fullness and brighten the overall silhouette without overwhelming the delicate palette. Tiny violet-blue star flowers peek through the greens, introducing a cool, cheerful note and a hint of meadow-like scent. The foliage is a thoughtful counterpoint: rounded, silvery eucalyptus leaves add a soft, aromatic lift, while deep green, glossy ruscus extends and trails slightly from the left of the basket, producing an elegant, flowing line. The woven basket itself is light wood in tone, hand-crafted in appearance, and the sturdy arched handle frames the top, giving the piece a homey, handheld quality. The bright, diffused lighting accentuates petal textures and the subtle sheen on leaves, making the arrangement feel fresh and accessible. Suitable for comforting, congratulating, or simply bringing quiet joy to a hallway table, this bouquet would be a fitting gift for friends and neighbours in Maida Vale, and is easy to imagine arriving with a gentle knock at the door from a trusted local florist.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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Step into the scent rich world of Maida Vale with this Florist Choice Basket, a ready to gift arrangement that speaks of affection and celebration. The rustic white woven basket cradles a lush bouquet of soft pinks, creamy whites, and deep fuchsias, with eucalyptus wisps adding a cool green finish. At the center stand the bold hot pink peonies, their petals lush and ruffled, flanked by white ranunculus whose pale spirals catch the light. Beside them, hydrangeas in pale pink and pale white mingle with blush and cream roses, while white anemones with dark centers provide a graphic contrast. Interspersed are delicate filler blooms and leaves that give the arrangement air and depth. The overall mood is romantic and joyful, yet refined, suitable for anniversaries, birthdays, or a heartfelt gesture. A crisp white square overlay sits over the heart of the display, carrying Florist Choice Basket in a flowing script and the price ?60 in bold sans serif. The composition sits within a light toned basket, its handle just visible beneath the blossoms, suggesting a natural, hand crafted presentation. This image evokes a sense of local craft from Maida Vale, perfect for online orders with options for same day delivery across the area to brighten kitchens, hall tables, or entryways. If you are planning a special moment, this bouquet says you chose with care and a deep appreciation for seasonal beauty.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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In this detailed image, a white woven funeral basket sits against a pure white background, the curved handle framing a carefully composed nest of flowers that feels both abundant and peaceful. At the heart of the arrangement, a single creamy white rose draws the eye, its layered petals forming a calm, symmetrical swirl that suggests purity and remembrance. Around it, two or three deep purple calla lilies rise gracefully, their smooth, sculpted trumpets bending slightly as though in a gentle bow, adding a dignified, almost sculptural quality. Scattered amongst them are soft lavender and lilac clematis, each star-shaped bloom opening wide to reveal delicate yellow centres, giving the design a light, airy rhythm. Bright accents of yellow and white, resembling petite alstroemeria or freesia, are tucked thoughtfully between the larger flowers, their smaller bells and fluted trumpets bringing a cheerful but understated brightness appropriate for a sensitive occasion. On the right-hand side, a vivid magenta gerbera daisy peeks through the foliage, its fine, radiating petals forming a focal burst of colour that speaks quietly of a life warmly lived. The entire display is cushioned by rich green foliage: broad, glossy leaves and daintier lime-green sprigs cascade over the basket edge, creating soft, natural curves. A faint, natural shadow beneath the basket reinforces the three-dimensional feel of the scene. The mood is reflective yet comforting, like something a local Maida Vale florist might prepare for a memorial gathering off Elgin Avenue or near Warwick Avenue, offering a gentle expression of support and sympathy to family and friends.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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An understated yet luxurious funeral flower basket is presented against a pure white backdrop, allowing its soft colours and textures to speak with quiet clarity. The light cream woven basket, with its neat oval shape and slender matching handle, feels timeless and comforting, like something you might carry through the tree-lined streets of Maida Vale on a still morning. Inside, a generous cluster of large, creamy white roses forms the heart of the design, each bloom fully opened, petals spiralling outwards in smooth, velvety layers that suggest tenderness and respect. Around these central roses, smaller white and pale yellow blooms reminiscent of freesia nestle in loose clusters, mixing open flowers with rounded buds to create a sense of ongoing life and gentle unfolding. Scattered among them are distinctive star-shaped clematis flowers, their pale lavender or soft periwinkle petals framing bright yellow-green centres; these delicate, pointed stars add a quiet hint of colour that feels like a whisper rather than a shout. Lush green foliage, in varied shades from deep forest to fresh spring green, curves protectively around the flowers and spills slightly over the edges of the basket, softening the outline and giving a natural, garden-like feel. The whole composition balances formality with warmth, making it ideal for a funeral service, a memorial gathering, or a thoughtful condolence delivery to a family near Paddington Recreation Ground or along Randolph Avenue. The arrangement evokes calm reflection, remembrance, and a sense of gentle light in difficult times, as though offering a soft place for the eyes and heart to rest.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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A soft, consoling funeral flower basket is shown in clear detail, as if placed on a table in a quiet Maida Vale chapel or reception room. The container is a light, natural wood basket with an oval base and gently arched handle, its pale slats and small supportive feet giving a simple, dignified presence. Overflowing from it is a domed arrangement of fresh blooms, where creamy white roses take the central role, each blossom fully open with layered, velvety petals that seem to hold a quiet message of peace. Around them, deep red carnations gather in clusters, their ruffled petals densely packed to create rich, velvety texture, a classic expression of love, respect, and remembrance. Scattered among these are softer touches: pale pink and white-tipped carnations with delicate streaks of red, bringing a tender nuance to the colour palette, along with small white, trumpet-like flowers, possibly freesias, that add a gentle brightness and a suggestion of fragrance. The flowers nestle into a generous bed of greenery: broad, glossy leaves provide a strong foundation, while light, feathery fern-like fronds rise and spill over the edges, lending height and airiness. Every stem is placed with care so that the composition appears abundant yet harmonious, perfect for placing beside a coffin, at a crematorium service, or on a memory table in a Maida Vale home. The overall mood is one of quiet elegance and sincere condolence, a thoughtful floral tribute that speaks softly when words are hard to find.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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This meticulously arranged, round bouquet is presented on a pristine white field, the soft shadow beneath emphasising its generous dome and three-dimensional presence. The composition opens with an abundance of garden roses in varying stages - pale pink, warm yellow, and creamy peach - their spiralling petals offering a tactile softness. Scattered through the roses, delicate clematis flowers in shades of white to pale lavender reach outward with luminous centres, lending an ethereal, cottage-garden feel. Counterpoint to the softness comes from striking blue Eryngium sea holly, their spiny, steel-blue heads adding sculptural texture and contemporary energy. Clusters of deep purple lisianthus provide dramatic, velvety depth while bright red Hypericum berries offer cheerful points of contrast, their glossy skins catching the light. A rich tapestry of foliage, from broad glossy leaves that anchor the design to finer, feathery greens that create air and movement, is finished by touches of dark burgundy filler foliage that peek through and enrich the overall tonal range. The overall impression is of abundance and thoughtful restraint: floral drama tempered by subtle naturalism. The bouquet evokes the calm of an early Maida Vale morning - imagine it sitting on a window ledge near Warwick Avenue or being carried along Randolph Avenue to a celebration - suitable as an elegant centrepiece, a heartfelt thank-you, or a comforting sympathy tribute delivered with neighbourhood care.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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Seen from above on a stark white surface, this meticulously arranged round bouquet celebrates white-on-white refinement with an expert touch. Large oriental-style white lilies form the focal points, their broad petals curling back to reveal soft, pale green necks and understated yellow stamens that add depth rather than colour. Nestled between them are numerous cream-to-ivory roses at various stages of bloom-tight buds, half-open cups, and fuller blossoms-whose velvety petals provide a layered, tactile softness under the lilies' cleaner lines. Sprays of delicate white Baby's Breath (Gypsophila) are woven through the composition, creating a feathered, cloud-like texture that cushions and connects the larger blooms. Sparing accents of glossy green foliage edge the bouquet, visible mostly around the perimeter, offering a gentle pop of verdancy that defines the circular silhouette. The lighting is soft and even, emphasizing texture over shadow, and the bouquet's dense, symmetrical arrangement conveys calm confidence and timeless elegance. As a local florist familiar with Maida Vale and nearby Warwick Avenue, we design pieces like this to suit weddings, christenings, and moments of quiet tribute; the scent-a subtle blend of lily sweetness and rose warmth-feels comforting and celebratory at once. This bouquet is an example of the careful handwork and seasonal freshness you can expect when ordering from Maida Vale Florist, whether for a Little Venice wedding or a thoughtful delivery to a neighbour on Elgin Avenue.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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A lavish, hand-tied bouquet sits against a spotless white background, composed with the care of an experienced Maida Vale florist preparing flowers for a special gathering near Warwick Avenue. The arrangement forms a generous, rounded dome, brimming with lush white lilies whose open trumpets curl outward in smooth, satiny arcs, revealing soft yellow-green throats and prominent stamens dusted with pollen. Nestled among them are roses in shades of blush pink and creamy white, their velvety petals spiralling tightly at the centre and loosening gradually toward the edges, capturing that fleeting moment between bud and full bloom. Scattered throughout are striking magenta Oriental lilies, likely Stargazers, which draw the eye with their intense colour gradient, deep raspberry centres, and scattered burgundy spots that fade into lighter pink tips. These dramatic blooms are framed by clouds of tiny white baby's breath, the Gypsophila forming delicate constellations of texture that fill in every gap and create a soft, romantic haze across the bouquet. Slender green foliage and sturdy stems thread gently through the flowers, lending freshness and structure without overpowering the palette. The bright, even lighting casts no harsh shadows, allowing every curve, vein, and petal edge to be clearly visible and giving the bouquet a fresh-from-the-cooler look, as though it has just been prepared for same-day delivery to a quiet Maida Vale terrace or a celebration in nearby Little Venice. The design feels joyful yet refined, making it perfectly suited for milestone birthdays, engagement dinners, or as a radiant expression of affection for someone cherished.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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A compact, rounded floral tribute captured on clean white, where soft pink roses and pristine white freesias form a serene, textured landscape. The roses show a range of soft pink tones - from deeper salmon blushes to pale, almost pearlescent petals - each bloom layered with velvety swirls that invite a gentle touch. Interspersed freesia stems bring upright, delicate bells, some open and fragrant with a faint citrus-sweet note, others curled into tight buds that promise a slow, graceful unfolding. The greens are lush and varied: broad, dark leaves provide substance, while variegated foliage edged in cream offers light and movement, their margins reflecting the daylight that softly illuminates the scene. The arrangement is densely built so that stems are hidden, creating a refined, formal dome that sits like a cushion of blooms. This composition carries a quiet dignity appropriate for a funeral or celebration of life in Maida Vale - evocative of moments spent near the Regent's Canal at dawn or a gentle tribute placed near Little Venice's waterside benches. It feels like the work of an experienced local florist, attentive to scent, scale, and the comforting interplay of colour and texture, intended to convey condolence, sympathy, or a peaceful greeting for a tender occasion.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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