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2024.09.04

Giving Flowers and Their Meanings on White Day | Focus #48

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Flowers are always with us in our daily lives. Sometimes we are soothed by flowers blooming by the roadside, and sometimes tears fall when we receive a bouquet on a special day. Flowers might possess the power to brighten up the moment.

This time, we introduce works with the 'language of flowers' associated with them. We hope it serves as inspiration for creating works that match the season, and as a reference for gifting flowers with heartfelt meanings to someone special.

Is More Always Better with Passionate Roses?

'Passion' and 'Love' are the quintessential meanings of red roses. White roses signify 'Purity' and 'Deep Respect', while pink roses mean 'Elegance' and 'Grace'. The meaning of flowers often changes with their color.

However, be cautious with yellow roses. Yellow signifies 'Fading Love' or 'Jealousy'. Despite their vibrant appearance, they might lead to misunderstandings for those who know the language of flowers.

Moreover, roses are unique in that their meaning changes with the number of stems. While 1 to 12 roses mainly convey love-related meanings, 15 to 17 roses signify unhappy love.

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For 'True Love', Choose Tulips. Beware of the Yellow Trap

Tulips, with their charming appearance, are popular among women. They are a classic flower known to everyone, even featured in nursery rhymes. Their meanings include 'Declaration of Love' and 'True Love'. Pink tulips signify 'Emerging Love' and 'Faithful Love'.

However, be cautious with yellow tulips as they mean 'Hopeless Love'. While white tulips might seem perfect for White Day, they carry the negative meaning of 'Lost Love'.

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Recharge with Gerberas that Give 'Hope'

The gerbera, with its striking single bloom, is a simple yet vibrant flower. Its meanings include 'Hope', 'Always Moving Forward', and 'Positivity'.

Red signifies 'Burning Mystical Love', pink means 'Thoughtfulness', and yellow represents 'Ultimate Love', making them perfect for White Day. Additionally, the positive meanings of 'Hope' and 'Positivity' are also present.

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What did you think? Consider the language of flowers you want to convey, use them as props to match your work's theme, and enjoy the beauty of flowers.

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