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Modern Language of Flowers - Celebrity Edition

We are long familiar with the Victorian concept of the Language of Flowers, and while entertaining, these meanings really only speak to a short period of time in the late 19th century.  When we really consider the symbolism of flowers, we look to their ancient roots and the messages they convey on an energetic level.  Taking this approach of combining ancient and contemporary meanings here is a look at some of our favorite celebrities and what their flowers are really saying.

Kylie Jenner - Sunflowers

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A field of Sunflowers for Valentines Day 2020

Sunflowers evoke the qualities of their namesake, the sun and all its attributes including energy, vitality and joy.  It is hard to look at the big blossom and not produce a radiant smile.  The flower also means adoration and loyalty for the long run.  

The sunflower possess the power to bring warmth and emotional nourishment to all who gaze upon her

Beyonce - Purple Hydrangea

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“The world is waking up . . .” Is Beyonce’s caption for this purple hydrangea and purple lipstick duo.

Hydrangea is all about setting boundaries and goals and then putting them into action.  Each Hydrangea blossom is made up of dozens of all small florets that combine to for one big bloom.  In this way, the hydrangea reminds you that you can accomplish big things by breaking them down into small pieces and completing one task at a time. 

The Hydrangea also evokes gratitude, grace and beauty.

Hydrangea has been a featured flower in both March’s Magic Bouquet and April’s Magic Bouquet.

Kim Kardashian - Cherry Blossom

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Cherry Blossom bikini for KKW Cherry Blossom Collection

The Cherry Blossom is full of so much quirky energy running the gamut from joy to good luck to determination to divine love and primal innocence.

This is a flower that can help push us out of our comfort zones and encourage us to claim the power that will deliver our hearts desire.

This is also a flower that helps you to follow through with vibrant ageless energy, remembering that every Spring there is a renewal of life.

Oprah - Peonies

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Oprah loved these Burgundy Peonies from Jeff Lathem so much that she posted them on IG.

Like the slow unfuerriling of the peonies tight kept petals, peonies can grant you the power to keep a secret.  

Their roots are deep, drawing from the energy and wisdom of ancestors past.  They can help you to feel at ease with luxury and have confidence in your success.

Peonies are flowers of healing and compassion and can help you to clear emotional blocks and create new healthier routines.

Lil Nas X - Safari Sunset Protea

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Holding Safari Sunset Protea

Protea says to show the world who you really are and what you are here to do.

The flower reminds you to accept the diversity of your authentic self without judgement and to have courage in the transformation knowing that you are an important person.

In South Africa the King Protea is said to represent the “flowering of our potential as a nation in pursuit of the African Renaissance.”


Asa Soltan Rahmati - Tulips

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Wild tulips are native to Persia and depending on who you ask, the name comes from the Persian word, “tulipant” or the Turkish word (tulbent) in both cases meaning turban which is used to describe the shape of the flower.

A flower of special historical significance in Iran, the Tulip means “pure hearted loving energy” and serves as a reminder to nurture your soul.

It is said that if you spend time with tulips they can help you heal from grief and feel gratitude for the living world around you.

Rhiana - Vanda Orchid

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A perfect choice for Rhiana’s boa, the orchid conveys ecstasy, goddess energy, sexual pleasure, fertility and intuition.

A flower at ease in luxurious refined surrounding, it can help you to feel the same.  

Orchids are also said to charm and express an individual’s uniqueness.


David Beckham - Daisy Field

The classic, “He loves me, he loves me not flower,” the daisy is all about simplicity.

If the flower could speak, he would ask you declutter your life, remove yourself from drama and remember the innocence and purity of your essence.

A resilient flower that blooms throughout the world almost year round, the daisy reminds you that you may find simplicity anytime and anywhere you choose.

The most important message of the daisy, is to simplify your life.

The Chamomile Daisy was featured in our March Magic Bouquet.

Martha Stewart- Daffadills

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The life of a daffodil is fleeting and in this, the flower asks that you bring awareness to each moment, be mindful of the words you speak, use your talents to bring joy. By doing this, you will find freedom from the past.

The flower asks you to share the message of love, overcoming jealousy or greed.

In Victorian times, the Daffodil meant Chivalry or regard because he stood in the snow waiting for the rest of flowers in the spring.

Gemma Chan - Red Rose

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No list of flowers is complete without the red rose which is the most enduring symbol of romantic love and beauty.

The red rose is said to be the Queen of all the flowers vibrating with the purest most positive vibration of any living thing.

The flower asks you to keep an open heart and see everyone as deserving of love and desire. 

The thorns remind us that often there is pain and heartache that is attached to the beauty of deep love, but they do not make the rose any less beautiful.

Bella Hadid - Lotus

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The Lotus, water lily, is the most spiritual of all the flowers, arising out of the mud, through the water to the air and gaining enlightenment.  She stands for absolute truth, purification, hope, wellness, and peace.

The lotus is said to help you to gain clarity of direction, help ease depression, and find balance of the body mind and spirit.