West Kensington Baskets & Posies

At West Kensington Florist, our hand-crafted flower baskets and delicate posies are designed right here in West Kensington, just a short stroll from Kensington Olympia and the bustling North End Road market. Each design is created by our experienced local florist team, using fresh seasonal flowers chosen at dawn.

Whether you need a soft pastel posy for a thoughtful gesture or an abundant wicker basket for a celebration, we'll tailor the style and message to suit the occasion. Our basket and posy collections are especially popular with customers in:

  • Hammersmith and along Hammersmith Road
  • Fulham and nearby Barons Court
  • Neighbouring Earls Court and surrounds

We know how important timing can be, which is why we offer reliable same-day delivery across West Kensington and nearby areas when you order online before 3 PM. Our drivers know the local streets inside out, from the tree-lined avenues off Kensington High Street to the quieter residential roads near West Kensington Station, ensuring your bouquets, baskets and posies arrive in perfect condition.

As a trusted independent shop, we're proud of our reputation for quality, care, and personal service. If you're unsure which design to choose, our knowledgeable florists are always happy to advise, helping you select the ideal basket or posy to express your sentiments with confidence.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A carefully composed handwoven basket of pale wood, photographed against a bright white background, presents an inviting, classic arrangement that a West Kensington Florist might prepare for neighbours close to Lillie Road or the nearby Olympia market. Dominating the composition are several pristine white Gerbera daisies with striking deep brown centres; their broad, matte petals radiate outward and create a focal clarity that feels both cheerful and composed. Interlaced among the gerberas are clusters of powder-pink carnations, each bloom layered in soft frills that introduce a romantic, cushioning texture and a whisper of fragrance. Smaller, cream-to-pale-yellow spray chrysanthemums or asters nestle in the gaps to provide a generous, airy body to the bouquet, while tiny violet-blue star-shaped florets peek through the foliage adding cool contrast and a delicate, almost ephemeral accent. The foliage grounding the arrangement is diverse and tactile: cool silvery eucalyptus lends a modern, calming sheen, and dark, glossy ruscus trails down the left-hand side, creating a graceful, slightly asymmetrical cascade. The handle arches over the blooms like a frame, reinforcing the basket's handcrafted charm. Lighting here is even and bright, bringing out the petal textures and the gentle tonal shifts from white to blush without harsh shadows. This composition reads as an expression of sympathy, gentle celebration, or bedside comfort-perfect for sending a calm message across West Kensington, Barons Court, or further afield with careful local delivery from the shop.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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Close your eyes and imagine West Kensington Florist presenting a Florist Choice Basket that bursts with color and promise. Overhead view reveals a sturdy light-colored woven basket cradling a lush medley of roses, ranunculus, hydrangeas, peonies, anemones, and greenery. The palette shifts: hot pinks take center stage, warmed by blush pinks, creamy whites, and the deep fuchsias that catch the eye, while eucalyptus threads weave through for texture and scent. The largest blooms-hot pink peonies-unfold their ruffled petals; ranunculus display layers of ivory and pearl; hydrangeas form soft clouds; roses hover in the cream-to-blush spectrum; and white anemones provide contrast with their dark centers. The arrangement is anchored in a rustic, white woven basket, the partial handle visible and softened by petals, enhancing its cottage-market appeal. A transparent square frame is superimposed across the center, with Florist Choice Basket scripted in flowing handwriting and ?60 in bold uppercase type beneath. The lighting is gentle, accentuating the velvety texture of the petals and the gleam of the basket's weave. This image is more than a pretty bouquet: it is a carefully curated gift from West Kensington Florist, designed for delivery to local homes across West Kensington, Shepherd's Bush, and nearby streets such as North End Road and Fulham Palace Road. It evokes celebrations, anniversaries, and kind gestures alike, inviting someone special to feel cherished through fragrance, color, and craft.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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Set against a plain, bright white background, a cream-coloured woven basket overflows with a carefully balanced sympathy arrangement, its soft shadow suggesting gentle, overhead studio light. The basket's arching handle curves smoothly above the flowers, giving the design a sense of shelter, as if cradling the blooms in a comforting embrace. At the heart of the composition sits a large creamy white rose, perfectly formed, with tightly furled petals that spiral inward in a serene, almost meditative pattern. Framing this central rose, two sumptuous deep purple calla lilies rise in elegant trumpet shapes, their velvety surfaces catching the light and adding a note of dignified drama often chosen for funeral tributes in West Kensington. Threaded delicately through the arrangement are small clematis-like flowers in pale lilac and soft lavender, each star-shaped bloom holding a subtle yellow centre that introduces a quiet warmth. Scattered among them, clusters of sunny yellow blossoms, reminiscent of freesia or alstroemeria, join crisp white fillers to brighten the palette and bring gentle movement and texture. On the right, a vivid magenta or fuchsia gerbera daisy leans outward, its daisy-like head and radiating petals creating a single, striking focal point of colour that hints at happy memories. All of these flowers are nestled into an abundant bed of greenery: broad, glossy dark green leaves, possibly ruscus, layer with lighter, more delicate sprigs to build a rounded, verdant base. The overall effect is lush yet composed, a floral basket that conveys comfort, respect, and remembrance. It feels well suited to accompany a funeral service, a memorial gathering, or a condolence delivery to homes and chapels around West Kensington, from quiet residential streets to the busier stretches near Olympia.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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The photograph shows an elegant sympathy basket, carefully arranged in a light beige woven container with a matching handle that arches gracefully over a dome of delicate flowers. At the heart of the design are several large, open cream and soft white roses, their petals unfurled into full, rounded cups that convey tenderness and quiet strength. Nestled among them are sprays of small white and pale yellow freesia-like blossoms, some already blooming into airy trumpets, others closed in smooth buds that add a sense of gentle movement and unfolding time. Threaded through this pastel garden, star-shaped clematis blooms in soft lavender and periwinkle introduce a cool, understated hint of colour, each one centred with a bright yellow-green heart that sparkles lightly against the more muted tones. The composition is anchored by an abundance of dark, glossy leaves and lighter green sprigs that encircle the flowers, providing contrast and giving the arrangement a natural, garden-like ease. Set against a clean, white background, the interplay of petal, leaf, and wicker stands out with quiet clarity. It feels like a bespoke funeral tribute carefully crafted for families in West Kensington, perhaps chosen for a service near Olympia, a private remembrance in a flat off Avonmore Road, or a condolence delivery to a home by Hammersmith Road. The overall impression is one of serenity and gentle resilience, a basket that whispers of shared memories, heartfelt sympathy, and the wish for peace in difficult times.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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This image shows a tender funeral arrangement presented in a light-toned wooden basket, styled with the understated elegance often favoured for services around West Kensington and neighbouring Earl's Court. The basket has an oval footprint, shallow but wide, resting on four small feet that lift it slightly from the surface. A smooth, arched handle rises above, echoing the curve of the rounded, domed flowers beneath. At the heart of the design, creamy white roses are fully opened, their petals layered in soft spirals that suggest serenity and grace. Surrounding them, deep red carnations gather in lush clusters, their intricate, ruffled petals adding rich texture and a strong emotional note of devotion. Intermingled among these are gentler, bi-coloured carnations, where white petals are delicately touched with pink and fine red edges, softening the intensity and bringing a sense of gentle transition and fond memory. Threaded through the arrangement, daintier white blossoms, similar to freesias, add small points of brightness and convey a feeling of purity and hope. The greenery is abundant and carefully placed: broad, shiny leaves form a supportive base and frame, while airy, fern-like fronds extend upwards and outwards, introducing a feeling of movement and softness. The flowers collectively form a full, rounded mound that appears to slightly overflow the basket, giving an impression of generosity and heartfelt care. Against the crisp white background, the red, white, and green tones stand out clearly, making this a thoughtful tribute that would sit beautifully beside a casket or at a memorial table, offering silent comfort to grieving families in West Kensington.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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Presented on a stark white background with a soft shadow anchoring its shape, this densely packed, round bouquet feels like a secret garden gathered into one graceful dome. The dominant garden roses - pale pink, soft peach and sunny yellow - show a lovely rhythm of opened blooms and gentle buds, their layered petals catching the light and offering a subtle rose perfume. Interspersed are pale lavender clematis whose starry petals open wide around bright yellow centres, giving the arrangement a light, romantic lift. The surprising, sculptural blue Eryngium (sea holly) brings a modern, spiky texture in steel-blue tones, contrasting beautifully with the plush softness of the roses. Embedded among the flowers are rich purple lisianthus, some tightly furled, some spilling open, and clusters of glossy red Hypericum berries that bounce the eye across the composition. Various greens create depth: broad glossy leaves form a supportive base, finer fern-like greens add movement, while touches of darker burgundy filler foliage add shadow and sophistication. The careful, densely layered composition reads as a thoughtful gift or elegant centerpiece, evoking celebration, gratitude or quiet sympathy depending on the occasion. The lighting emphasizes the bouquet's tactile contrasts - soft petals, spiky thistles, smooth berries - and suggests a gentle, garden-fresh scent. As a florist who knows the streets around Olympia and Earls Court, I picture this bouquet brightening a dining table on Lillie Road or arriving as a heartfelt surprise for neighbours in West Kensington.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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From a top-down perspective this hand-tied round bouquet reads as a quiet testament to craftsmanship: large, opulent white lilies with soft green stamens form the principal focal points, their trumpet-shaped petals opening wide to reveal subtle veins and creamy centres. Interlaced among them are numerous ivory and cream roses, shown mostly as tight buds and partially opened blooms whose layered petals create a soft, pillowy texture against the lilies' bolder shapes. Sprays of Baby's Breath (Gypsophila) are sprinkled through the arrangement like fine lace, adding air and intricacy that prevents the composition from feeling heavy. Small, lively green leaves edge the composition, providing relief to the white-on-white palette and helping define the bouquet's neat circular outline. The scene is lit with gentle, diffuse light - the kind of soft daylight you might see filtering through terrace windows in West Kensington - which accentuates the velvety texture of the petals and the subtle cream tones. Aromatically the bouquet would offer a layered perfume: the sweet, enveloping scent of lilies tempered by the richer, honeyed note of the roses and the faint, leafy freshness of the foliage. Prepared with care for occasions that call for sincerity - weddings, christenings, anniversaries or thoughtful remembrances - this arrangement travels well across short local routes from West Kensington to Earl's Court and Barons Court. As West Kensington Florist we assemble these classic white designs to convey purity and calm; they are equally at home as a bridal bouquet, a service tribute, or an elegant gift for a new chapter in someone's life.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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A lush, domed bouquet of mixed lilies and roses is photographed against a crisp white background, every bloom arranged so closely that the flowers form a rich, textured canopy of colour and softness, like something just carried out of a West Kensington florist's cooler. Large white lilies form the backbone of the design, their broad, trumpet-like petals opening wide to show smooth interiors and slender stamens dusted with pale yellow pollen. Between them, clusters of roses in gentle blush pink and creamy white weave in and out, some still wrapped in tight buds, others fully unfurled with velvety petals spiralling outward, creating a sense of unfolding romance. Scattered among these are striking fuchsia and magenta Oriental lilies, likely Stargazers, whose darker speckles and glowing yellow anthers add drama and draw the eye, injecting energy into the otherwise soft palette. Fine clouds of white baby's breath drift between every larger bloom, lending a misty, ethereal quality that softens edges and makes the bouquet appear even fuller. Slim green leaves and glimpses of stems peek through, adding a fresh, botanical contrast and reminding you of the flowers' garden origins. The overall effect is one of careful craftsmanship and heartfelt intention, ideal for sending to a stylish flat off Kensington High Street, a small gathering near West Kensington station, or an intimate dinner in a townhouse just off Hammersmith Road. The bouquet's mix of gentle pastels and vivid pinks conveys affection, celebration, and quiet luxury, making it a perfect floral choice for anniversaries, engagements, or meaningful thank-you gifts across West Kensington.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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Looking closely, this compact dome reads like a dawn garden captured in a single composition: soft pink roses in varying stages-some fully open with velvety, unfurling petals, others smaller spray roses providing a blushing understory-form the central chorus. Clean white freesias thread through the roses in small, vertical clusters; a few freesia bells are open and luminous, revealing pale yellow stamens, while other buds promise to extend the life of the display. The bouquet is tightly constructed, with no stems showing, creating a rounded, cushion-like profile that sits serenely against a white background. Rich green foliage forms the backbone: broad glossy leaves (think salal or ruscus) offer depth, while variegated leaves with cream edges-likely pittosporum-add a bright, painterly outline. The lighting in the photograph is soft and natural, catching the satiny sheen of rose petals and the fragile translucence of freesia blooms, suggesting a freshness that would hold through an afternoon delivery. As a florist who knows West Kensington's quieter mornings near Talgarth Road and the small cafés by Fulham Palace Road, I imagine this piece arriving on a doorstep as a tender token for a new parent or a gentle birthday greeting-unobtrusive, elegant, and fragrant in a subtle, uplifting way. It balances grace and warmth, shaped with the careful hand of traditional florist technique and intended to comfort, celebrate, or console depending on the moment.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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