I ordered flowers from New York for a couple friends of mine. I requested a picture before delivery…read morebecause I've had bad experiences with international florists in the past. The bouquet was true to the website and I'm really happy. Shaila did a great job and I would love to use Avalon again in the future.

Major rip off artists. My son and I went to pick up some flowers. We wanted just a few stems which…read moreelsewhere is usually £2-3 max. They charged me £10 for 3 stems and an ugly wrap. Pics attached. Don't trust them to help you as their main motive is to make sure you walk out with a big bill. The really sad part was the disgusting way they wrapped the flowers with no work ethic whatsoever. Watch out.

This is my go-to flower shop. Well, not even a shop really... it's just a little stand just east of…read morePortobello Road Market. As is to be expected, the flower selection is best in the morning and on non-market days, when everyone and their dog seems to find it romantic to pick up a bouquet during their market shop. They carry an array of beautiful flowers throughout the seasons, often including unusual succulents, herbs, and even thistle and wildflowers, and will happily sell you a few stems of your favorite hydrangeas or tulips. But they shine in the arranging department as well. I recently had them put together an autumnal bouquet for my dining table. It was made up of rust and yellow dahlias, a lush purple wildflower, and springs of rosemary. It lasted more than two weeks! It can be a bit pricy (I paid 30gbp for the large bouquet mentioned above), but it's excellent value for money. And I don't say that often in London, and especially not of most of the businesses near Portobello Road Market.

This is a small flower stand run by Harper & Tom's (main shop on Clarendon Rd). Sitting on the…read morecorner of Kensington Park Road and Elgin Crescent, the colourful stall helps keep this part of Notting Hill a little more neighbourhoody (vs chain-store). The selection of flowers is stunning, and I've yet to see any looking less than a day old.

Lovely flower shop Bouquets are beautiful and reasonably…read morepriced Friendly service Would use again

Kensington Flowers has absolutely saved me. I live in the states and have someone who deserves…read moreflowers in London currently, and it is so lovely to know a good florist who I can rely on. I've already ordered the Bucket of Flowers several times, and plan on using them often. Their flowers are gorgeous, and their service is amazing. THANK YOU to Juliet and everyone else on the team!

From Montana, USA I wanted to send a lovely bouquet to my daughter on her opening night of a…read moreproduction at the Barbican in London. I searched for something that would be able to be deliver on a Saturday AND had beautiful arrangements. Isle of Flowers hit the nail on the head when I requested something using dark, autumnal colors and perhaps an unusual display. From a million miles away I think the bouquet she received expressed our love and pride for her and her work. I would recommend Isle of Flowers to anyone! Whether you live around the corner or the opposite side of the planet.

I stopped here today as I desperately needed some flowers for the most important day ever -…read moreMother's Day! And for those you you who have forgotten this very important day and live near Victoria, this is your saviour! With bunches of every flower you could think of you are spoilt for choice. To personalise my bouquet for my special mum, I asked the lovely staff to make me a bunch of every purple flower they had. They were very happy to oblige and created an amazing bouquet for £30. Please do note that this was quite a big bunch and had tulips, lillies and various unknown flowers so it was reasonable priced! I was also on a mission to get a yellow and white bouquet which they made especially also - (a friend of mine was in desperate need of last minute flowers for her mum too) I must commend the staff on their fantastic service as they were happy to make a perfect bouquet for my mumsie! Ps. They had some amazzziing rainbow roses which must have had their individual petals dyed. I wish I could have bought some for myself!

Today I went shopping for a Christmas wreath and a few other flowers and found myself in Bloomsbury…read moreFlowers. What brought me into the shop was the beautiful wreath on the door. The shop was decorated for Christmas and I was feeling a bit envious that I could never get my house to look that festive, no matter what I do. But I did feel I could achieve a similar look with some help. I spoke with the florist who was sweet and knowledgeable, she gave me excellent ideas. By the time I got finished looking around the shop and acting on her ideas I left with a wreath and several poinsettias. Bloomsbury Flowers is a great shop and it is nice to have found a new shop that is near my house. The service is great and since they arrange flowers for every occasion it's the perfect shop. And thanks to the florist I've achieved a wonderful Christmas look at home.

Searched for a flower shop that would deliver to the St. James's area yesterday. Was a bit nervous…read moreordering from across the pond but as it turns out, I didn't have to worry at all. Bloomsbury Flowers was super quick responding to my request to send an arrangement to a friend who had just started a new job. All I gave them were the contact details and color choice. They handled the rest! Given how expensive London generally is, the arrangement was reasonably priced (I even went ahead and asked for an upgrade from the original offer). Less than 24 hours later, my friend received the perfect and lovely bouquet! Very pleased and most importantly, the recipient was overjoyed! Thank you Mark and the team at Bloomsbury Flowers.

"The moment my husband realised he was going overseas, at short notice, he contacted Tegan and…read moreasked her to send some flowers to me, they arrived within the hour, a beautiful bouquet... her flowers are just that bit different... the colours were lovely and fresh and the flowers lasted very well in our very warm house. She also has lovely candles and vases." J,Darley

The Flower Gallery is a nice flower shop on West End Lane…read more I hadn't been in this shop for longer than a minute before a bubbly male shamelessly playing Madonna asked if I needed help. This shop is a reasonably priced store with nice arrangements, nothing fancy but nicely arranged cut flowers. This store sells some brightly coloured greeting cards but no accessories like stuffed animals. You can get a bouquet here for about 12 pounds and there are some holiday inspired offerings. You'll find this store a mid-priced pleasant flower shop.

This shop has a lovely selection of fresh flowers, quite reasonably priced and is very conveniently…read morelocated next to west hampstead tube station. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and they gift wrap your flowers and plants for free, whatever your budget. I have bought just a bunch of tulips that they made a lovely job of with a bow, so great whatever your budget. They also did fab flowers on a country style wedding for a friend of mine who was delighted.

The most wonderful vibes, all smiles and great service. Chis was kind enough to use is his magic…read moretouch to gift wrap a present for me. I'm useless with these things. Greatly appreciate this!!!!

Another place in London that I miss that I'm afraid I will never find an equivalent to here in the…read moreUS! I couldn't go a week without popping into this store to get something, a card, bookmarks, a trinket, something. I made Easter baskets for my friends all with items from this store. And Welcome to London sets from this store as well. There is a style of something for any one that you are looking to give to and the prices are really reasonable. Best of all, you can send a one-of-a-kind greeting that looks good and didn't bust the bank.

I normally get my diaries from WHSmith, or the late, lamented Woolies, but I am moving up in the…read moreworld (I hope), and I feel that it might be time to graduate from Hello Kitty stationary. I am not earning the kind of money yet that can keep me in Smythson, but it is always something to aspire to! While the shop seems a little serious, and steeped in tradition, there is quite a whimsical and modern touch to a lot of the Smythson products. They sell little notebooks with phrases on the front like 'Therapy Notes', 'Seduction Notes', 'Me Me Me', and my favourite - 'Blondes/ Brunettes/ Red Heads'. This one is obviously for the man about town who wants to give his little black book and extra personalisation. The designers at Smythson are inventive, and clearly keep an eye out for the latest trends, fabrics and fashions. This is not just a shop to look for a present for Grandma or Grandpa; anyone of any age would appreciate something form here.

A great place to head when giving a gift to mark those monumental achievements - graduations,…read morelanding a sought after job or promotion, even a move. Smython's address books are and diaries are expensive, but renowned for being exceptionally made and sporting special lightweight, but high quality, paper. The name is practically synonymous with leather-bound goods of paramount excellence - when you pick one up you really can feel that these books are indeed in a superior league... the leather feels beautiful to the touch and the gilding edging is such a hallmark of luxurious attention to detail. Obviously, guys, don't go here to pick up a gift for your girlfriend for Christmas...(hate to even have to say it, but sometimes...) since everything here has more of a *professional* quality about it... but if you're hunting for something for your dad, or want to show your friend how much you admire their latest professional achievement - or merely want to convey to someone that they have your vote of confidence regarding their next business or individual venture - Smythson is definitely your shop.