St James's BASKETS / POSIES

At Flowers St James's, our hand-crafted flower baskets and delicate posies are designed right here in the heart of St James's, just a short stroll from Pall Mall, St James's Palace and the lawns of St James's Park. Every design is created by an experienced local florist who understands the classic elegance and understated style our neighbourhood is known for.

Whether you're sending a soft pastel posy to a townhouse near Mayfair, a comforting basket arrangement across to Westminster, or a vibrant thank-you gift for an office by Piccadilly, we'll tailor your flowers with care. We regularly deliver to homes, hotels, embassies and private clubs throughout:

  • Mayfair & surrounding streets
  • Westminster & government district
  • The Piccadilly and St James's art gallery area

Our basket and posy collections are ideal for birthdays, get-well wishes, sympathy tributes and intimate celebrations where thoughtful detail matters. Seasonal stems are selected daily from trusted suppliers, then arranged by hand to ensure your bouquets arrive fresh, balanced and beautifully presented.

Need flowers in a hurry? Enjoy same-day delivery across St James's and nearby areas when you order online before 3 PM. As a locally rooted florist, we combine expert floristry with reliable service, so your gift arrives at the right door, at the right moment, looking exactly as you imagined.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A bright, meticulously balanced floral basket that feels both fresh and familiar - several large, immaculate white Gerbera daisies form the visual backbone, their stark white petals radiating from dark, almost black central discs which add a bold, elegant contrast. Interlaced among them are clusters of soft blush pink carnations whose ruffled layers create gentle volume and a tactile, inviting softness. Sprays of small white and pale yellow daisy-like blooms, likely spray chrysanthemums or asters, densely fill the arrangement, offering a cheerful fullness that complements the larger focal flowers. Tiny clusters of blue-lavender star-shaped accent flowers are tucked into the greenery, introducing delicate cool notes that enliven the palette. The foliage is varied and generous: rounded, silver-green eucalyptus leaves lend a modern, calming tonality and a subtle, citrusy scent, while darker glossy ruscus branches trail gracefully from the left to produce a natural, cascading silhouette. All of this is gathered in a light-woven wicker basket with a curved brown wooden handle that gives the design a handcrafted, approachable character. The image is captured in bright, even light that highlights petal textures and the freshness of the leaves. As an experienced local florist, we compose pieces like this for many moments - from quiet get-well gestures to thoughtful thank-you gifts - and Flowers St James's can prepare and deliver similar styles across St James's, Piccadilly and Mayfair. The overall mood is one of composed cheerfulness and sincere attention to detail: a tasteful arrangement that feels at once celebratory and gently reassuring.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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Close your eyes and imagine this Florist Choice Basket as a personal note from a neighbourhood florist just off St James's Market. The light, natural basket holds an opulent mix of blooms: hot pink peonies stand proud in the center, while white ranunculus coil their tightly wound petals, pale pink hydrangeas rise like clouds, and blush and cream roses soften the palette. White anemones with dark centers punctuate the arrangement with a crisp, contemporary edge. Interlaced through are wisps of eucalyptus and sprigs of delicate filler flowers, giving texture, air, and a gentle woodland aroma. Every stem seems placed with patient care, resulting in a bouquet that feels intimate yet ready to gift to a friend, partner, or family member. The central overlay again presents Florist Choice Basket with the price ?60 beneath in clean typography. For St James's locals and visitors alike, this is a ready-to-deliver treasure, perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or a bright surprise, with options for same-day delivery across central London-think Mayfair doors, elegant townhouses, or hotel receptions-so the moment can arrive with fragrance that lingers long after the bouquet is taken in.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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Against a bright, neutral white background, a white wicker basket with a smooth, arching handle holds a carefully balanced sympathy flower arrangement that feels both elegant and deeply personal. In the centre, a single creamy white rose unfurls in perfect concentric layers, its softness catching the light and creating a peaceful focal point. To either side, deep purple calla lilies rise gracefully, their long, curved stems and trumpet-shaped blooms adding a touch of dignified drama, well suited to a remembrance in the stately atmosphere around St James's. Clusters of petite yellow and white flowers-similar to alstroemeria or freesia-nestle among the larger blooms, adding gentle brightness and delicate, bell-like forms that suggest tender messages of hope. Threaded throughout are pale lavender clematis-style flowers, each with fine, star-shaped petals and subtle yellow centres that echo candle flames in a quiet chapel. On the right-hand side, a vivid magenta gerbera-like flower offers a bold accent, its radiating petals symbolising the joy and colour the departed brought into the lives around them. An abundance of lush green foliage supports the arrangement: broad, polished leaves provide structure and depth, while lighter, airy sprigs soften the silhouette and fill any empty spaces. The basket rests on a flat white surface, a soft shadow below grounding the scene and highlighting the three-dimensional shapes of petals and leaves. This image captures the sort of thoughtfully designed funeral basket a local family might select for a service near St James's Church or a gathering in a townhouse off Piccadilly, conveying respect, gratitude, and quiet consolation through flowers.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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The image shows an elegant sympathy flower basket, photographed in crisp, even light against a plain white backdrop to emphasise its calm beauty. The basket itself is made from light beige wicker, its rectangular shape softened by rounded edges and topped with a gently arching handle that frames the flowers in a simple, classic way. Inside, the arrangement is lush yet composed, with several large, creamy white roses taking pride of place. Their petals are fully unfurled, velvety and layered, creating a sense of fullness and quiet luxury often chosen for funerals and memorials around St James's. Woven among the roses, like scattered stars, are clematis blooms in pale lavender and light periwinkle blue. Their slender, pointed petals surround vibrant yellow-green centres, providing a subtle contrast without overpowering the serene palette. Between these feature blooms, clusters of smaller, freesia-like flowers in white and soft butter yellow add a delicate texture, some still in bud, others half-open, hinting at tenderness and the gentle continuation of life. A generous amount of dark green foliage surrounds and supports the flowers, with smooth, glossy leaves and more delicate sprigs filling any gaps, giving the basket a natural, garden-like feel. The overall composition feels soothing and reflective, appropriate for resting near a coffin or memorial photo, or for placing on a condolence table in a St James's townhouse after the service. It carries an atmosphere of respect and sincerity, as though each stem has been chosen to say, "You are remembered with care," without needing any spoken words.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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This image shows a beautifully composed funeral flower basket, serene and balanced, set against a bright white background that allows every detail to stand out. The basket itself is a light, natural wood, gently oblong with small, almost hidden feet that lift it slightly from the surface, and a smooth, arched handle that curves gracefully, giving the piece an air of quiet tradition. Inside the basket, the flowers are tightly and thoughtfully arranged into a rounded dome, so full that they appear to be gently spilling over the edge. Creamy white roses are the focal point, bloomed wide with velvety, layered petals that spiral towards the centre, evoking peace, honour, and loving remembrance. Interwoven among them are rich red carnations, deeply ruffled and plush, their dense petals adding both depth of colour and a sense of texture that feels almost touchable. A few carnations with bi-coloured petals-mostly white with delicate hints of pink and red along the edges-offer a softer, more nuanced note amidst the stronger tones. Slender stems bearing small, white, bell-like flowers, suggestive of freesias, weave through the arrangement, adding brightness and a whisper of fragrance. The blooms rise from a generous base of foliage: broad, glossy dark green leaves give the piece structure, while light, feathered greenery reaches up around the flowers, softening their outline. The composition feels entirely appropriate for a memorial service or condolence visit in St James's, as if prepared by a local florist used to serving the elegant townhouses and historic chapels tucked near St James's Street and the Mall, conveying heartfelt sympathy with understated grace.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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This meticulously rounded bouquet is pictured against a clean white background, its compact, domed shape suggesting the skilled hands of a St James's florist accustomed to dressing elegant townhouses and boutique offices. The flowers are gathered so closely that they form a continuous surface of colour, every blossom touching the next. Garden roses dominate the arrangement, their petals unfolding in soft spirals of blush pink, warm yellow, and gentle peach. Some are fully open, presenting broad, layered faces, while others remain partially closed, hinting at the blooms yet to come and giving the bouquet a living, breathing quality. Woven among the roses are star-like clematis in pale lavender and white, each with slender, slightly pointed petals radiating out from a distinct yellow or creamy center; these airy shapes lighten the composition, evoking the feel of a refined townhouse garden. For contrast, several stems of blue eryngium-sea holly-rise through the softness, their thistle-shaped, metallic blue-grey heads and spiky bracts offering a modern, structural twist. Deep purple lisianthus blossoms nestle between the pastels, some tightly budded, others just beginning to open, adding moody richness befitting the historic streets near St James's Park. Glossy, bright red Hypericum berries are scattered throughout, their small, round forms and vivid colour acting like punctuation marks in the design. The bouquet is anchored by a full bed of greenery: broad, polished leaves cup the base, finer, feathery foliage threads upward, and subtle hints of dark, burgundy-toned leaves create depth, much like the shaded corners of a private garden square. Illuminated by soft, even light, every detail is clearly visible. The overall impression is one of sophisticated abundance, suited to same-day flower delivery around St James's for anniversaries, thank-you gifts, or quiet moments of appreciation.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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Taken from directly above on a pure white backdrop, this dense, circular bouquet presents an immaculate chorus of white and cream blooms arranged with careful, practiced hands. The dominant white lilies, with their broad, curved petals and pale green stamens, open confidently at the heart of the design, their sculpted forms catching soft light and creating a subtle play of shadow and sheen. Interlaced among them are creamy ivory roses in varying stages of bloom - from tight, button-like buds to softly unfurling heads - their layered petals offering a velvet contrast to the lilies' satin surfaces. Fine clusters of Baby's Breath (Gypsophila) are dispersed throughout like a delicate veil, providing a frothy, cloud-like texture that cushions and lifts the larger flowers. Bright green foliage slips out at the edges, a restrained green note that frames the bouquet without breaking its monochrome serenity. The arrangement exudes cleanliness and calm, conjuring images of a wedding in a St James's mews or a thoughtful delivery to a terrace near The Mall; it is an expression of purity and quiet celebration. A gentle, sweet fragrance seems implied - the heady warmth of roses balanced by the lighter, almost honeyed scent of lilies - and the bouquet's compact, symmetrical construction reveals an experienced florist's eye for proportion and repetition. Flowers St James's often crafts this classic style for intimate ceremonies and city-centre deliveries, reflecting a commitment to fresh, composed florals that feel both traditional and distinctly local.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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A sumptuous, dome-shaped bouquet of lilies and roses fills the frame against a spotless white background, designed with the polished grace you might expect from a florist serving the distinguished addresses around St James's. The arrangement is anchored by pristine white lilies whose broad, trumpet-shaped blooms open with measured elegance, each petal smooth and slightly curved, revealing a soft green heart and fine stamens that hint at a light, graceful fragrance. Nestled intimately among them are roses in shades of blush pink and delicate cream, arranged so that every stage of blooming is visible: tight buds, half-open spirals, and fully blossomed rosettes with layers of velvety petals catching the light like fine fabric. Punctuating this gentle harmony, vivid fuchsia and magenta Oriental lilies, reminiscent of Stargazer lilies, flare out dramatically, their richly coloured petals sprinkled with deeper speckles and centred with golden anthers that provide a sense of theatre and depth. Feathery clusters of white baby's breath are threaded throughout, forming a soft halo that blends the stronger shapes and colours into a cohesive, cloud-like whole. Subtle touches of green foliage and lily leaves peek from beneath the dense crown of flowers, creating natural contrast and structure without disturbing the bouquet's rounded, generous outline. Bathed in bright, even light, the flowers appear freshly cut and exquisitely prepared, as though ready to be carried to a romantic dinner near St James's Square or a private celebration close to Piccadilly. The overall feeling is one of refined romance and confident beauty, ideal for marking anniversaries, engagements, or thoughtful congratulations in the heart of St James's.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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I visualise this arrangement as a compact, lovingly composed dome of soft pink roses and immaculate white freesias, arranged to convey calm and reassurance beneath soft studio light on a pure white background. The focal roses vary from larger, fully opened garden-style blooms to smaller spray roses in paler pinks, their layered petals creating a plush, velveteen surface that invites the hand to linger. Sprays of white freesia are threaded through the roses-some bell-shaped flowers already open and whispering a subtle citrus-wax fragrance, others tightly held as buds-so the bouquet appears both immediate and enduring. Tiny white filler blooms and miniature garden roses or carnations provide sculpted texture between the larger heads, while the foliage plays an essential supporting role: broad, dark green leaves such as salal or ruscus form a steady foundation and pockets of variegated pittosporum with creamy margins inject light and visual sparkle. The design is deliberately stem-free and compact, a formal cushion that sits comfortably on a table or plinth without appearing fussy. As a local St James's florist familiar with Jermyn Street and the quiet corners of St James's Park, I would recommend this composition for memorial services, a bedside comfort in a sickroom, or a gentle celebration like a christening or a thoughtful anniversary. Flowers St James's prepares similar pieces for same-day delivery across St James's and neighbouring Mayfair, handled with care and respect so the scent, colour and texture arrive as the maker intended.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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