McQueens Flowers
I’M RELIABLY INFORMED that British men spend twice as much saying ‘I’m sorry’ as they do saying ‘I love you’. Which begs the question: are we more likely to misbehave or less likely to communicate our feelings than other nationalities? Whatever your predicament – whether you’re eating your heart out or simply tired of the naughty step – McQueens has your back. Luxury and simplicity are the guiding principles of this most elegant florist. Together, they account for its inordinate popularity with top hotels and elite party planners around the world. But don’t be deterred by its high-falutin’ clientele. Visit its North Audley Street shop in person, and you’re liable to be bowled over by the warmth of the welcome you’ll receive from a team who appreciate that they’re in the business of retailing emotions as much as flowers. From a single stem to a vanload of exotic blooms, McQueens stands ready to interpret your chosen message through the artful deployment of colour and scent, petals and foliage. That’s something that speaks to the core of the company ethos. Here, floristry isn’t considered frivolous. On the contrary, it’s firmly believed to contribute to mental well-being and healthy relationships.
In its prestigious, on-site Flower School, McQueens hosts workshops and masterclasses in which you can learn the tricks of the trade yourself, or else bag a spot as an original gift for your partner, nephew, niece or godchild.
See also: Scarlet & Violet
