It may be great source of happiness and inspiration but love can also be quite expensive at times…read more Girls love flowers and it's always a challenge for guys like me to find a florist that can provide us with beautiful bouquets that won't entail selling an internal organ. King Louis in Megamall is a personal favorite of mine. They have a great selection and their prices won't cost you that much. Their prices are higher than those found in Dangwa but at least you don't have to go to Sampaloc. The flowers are beautifully arranged and the staff are helpful. They tell you which ones are the best for you depending on your needs. Like I was surprised when they told me that the frail looking carnations with its soft delicate petals last longer than roses. Apparently, carnations just shrink unlike other flowers whose petals fall off after a few days. Their delivery charges are the cheapest I've seen so far. One hundred fifty pesos for within Mandaluyong City and up to Php350 for areas in Quezon City.

My family and friends have been ordering from your Designer Blooms for a long time, and we have…read morealways appreciated the quality and freshness of your arrangements. Last Valentine's Day I received 2 Designer Blooms bouquets. Unfortunately, the bouquet I received did not seem to be at par with your usual standards, as the flowers appeared old and wilted upon arrival. Sadly it did not even last on Valentine's Day. The flowers were delivered on the 13th. We were given old, wilted flowers. Such a shame because they pride themselves as luxury and quality. Packaging might be good but that quality of the flowers is very poor. It is very expensive considering you are only paying for the brand name and packaging. Regardless of the amount of the order, each order should be given importance. I have emailed them. airing my sentiments (with photos) but they have not replied to this date. I truly value this brand and would be saddened to see the quality of your products decline.

If you need flowers in the fort, this is the place to go…read more They don't have as many flowers on display as in Market Market, but this is more a place where you order arrangements that are fit to your needs. I trust this brand because their family who runs this company has been in business since 1993 and they have various branches. They started out focusing on artificial and dried flowers, which they still do very well, but now they are more into fresh imported flowers. The roses they have on display are of very high quality, aligned to the price you pay. The succulents don't last as well in the basement I guess they didn't look that great. Designer Blooms is worth the price you pay.

My wife is not really into flowers so I don't have the number of a florist on my speed dial. But if…read moreever I would buy flowers for my wife, I will surely buy from Rustan's Flower Shop located beside the Marketplace by Rustan's and Eric Kayser Patisserie and Boulangerie in Power Plant Mall. Every time I pass by their kiosk, I can't help but gaze at the beautifully arranged orchids, the fresh sunflower, and the colorful mums and daisies. I once asked if they do other flower arrangements and they said they do. In fact, they have beautiful vases on display, too. Aside from flowers, this shop also sells indoor plants and potted orchids. They have different types of cacti that can be used as attractive table centerpieces or decoration. Honestly, the reason why I frequent Rustan's Flower Shop is not at all related to plants and flowers. Rather, my motivations are more related to my conscious effort to do my part -- no matter how small -- in taking care of the environment. This flower shop is where I usually buy Messy Bessy products, locally made home cleaning and personal hygiene stuff that are environment friendly.

This place is amazing! Phenomenal customer service! I forgot the time duration from US to the…read morePhilippines and was not able to order flowers for my wife. Talking to me till 2 am 12 ish Philippine time. Just to get my order in for the delivery the next day! My wife loves the flowers being her favorite! The price was just right too!!

I miss this place! I wish it's still open!…read more This is our go to gift shop back in the days

A visit to Greenhills will never be complete without going to Regina Gift Shop…read more When I was a kid my parents would remind me that it's a gift shop meaning I went in to buy gifts for other people. I believed that lie until I was about ten. I guess that was to prevent me from buying all the awesome goodies this shop has to offer. Sorry, parents. I'm buying gifts for myself. They have everything! And I really mean everything. They have all my childhood candies next to a stand of plastic balloons. You know, those little tubes which you squeeze until this substance comes out which you blow into with the use of a little stick. There's a shelf with plates, spoons and forks and knives, cups and lunchboxes. And in the center, you'll find notebooks, stickers, pens, art materials, cellphone cases and the occasional sex toy. Speaking of toys, they do have toys for babies and children and adults who collect toys. Not into those things? They have bags, clothes and hats too. I remember being dragged here by my mom whenever I needed a costume for school. "You're only going to wear it once anyway. But it at Regina," she'd say. Don't get me wrong, their clothes don't break after one use. They have cool socks and hats. And sometimes if you're lucky, they have sell Christmas stockings. I can't remember everything they sell at this shop. So it would be great if you have a look for yourself. You won't be disappointed and you'll leave with lots of loot.

Their stall in Gateway isn't so appealing or exciting, but the few times I've ordered something at…read morethe Holland's Tulips, they've come through. There are probably online flower services, I'm sure, though I'm always a little wary and anxious when making transactions online, so I'd much rather swing by Gateway and make arrangements with the actual salesperson there. I'm not sure if it's this particular Holland Tulips, but they seem to be limited in their options regarding budget and arrangements. There seems to be only a range of about 4 or 5 different bouquets, with not that big a visual difference. Sometimes it seems like there's only a difference in one or two flowers, and I do realize that that would be enough to create a different impact in a bouquet, but whatever. I do appreciate how quickly they were able to make arrangements to deliver the bouquet the day after I ordered it, which I can imagine might not fly so easily with other flower shops. Then again, I live really nearby, so that might have been a breeze for them to do. Their stall itself could be prettier in general, but I'll still be coming back to them for my floral necessities.

When it comes to flowers for special occasions or even just because, I'm more of a Dangwa market…read moregirl because I really believe in getting your money's worth for things, but let's face it: it's quite a drive and sometimes you procrastinate and just need to pick up flowers at whatever establishment is closest to you at the moment. This is where Holland's Tulips comes in. These guys have saved my butt on many Mothers' Days and birthday celebrations of people that I love. They are pricey, but their bouquets are tastefully arranged and the flowers are fresh.

Call it hoarding or just plain obsessed, but I have this strange habit of collecting gift boxes,…read moreanimal-themed wrapping paper, and cheeky greeting cards months before the occasion arrives. I do this so I won't have to rush putting a thoughtful gift together on the day itself. Mother's Day? No problem, here's the card. Friend's birthday? I have just the right bag. Happy graduation day? Already signed. Tie Me Up Buttercup sees right into the desires of my decorating-happy soul, and boy, am I thankful. This gift shop lured me in with its stylish calligraphy, dainty collection of pop-up greeting cards, vibrant ready-made boxes, embossed wrapping papers, and decorative accessories, all of which will no doubt make a charming personal impression on a loved one. On my first visit I couldn't even leave the shop without purchasing two gift bags that read "a hug in a bag" and "I found this and thought of you." What I love most about Tie Me Up Buttercup is they know it's not just the thought that matters in gift-giving. It's the entire package.

Oh how I love the work of Spruce Floral Designs!…read more I am not really a flower-loving person, but I've always been amazed by the works of Spruce. I've attended a couple of weddings styled by them and I've always found their floral arrangements, bouquets and other decor to be simple yet beautiful. Their style is never tacky either. They know how far to go when it comes to being "bongga" while keeping class and elegance in mind. I really love their work and hope to get them for an event someday.

Unfortunately I had a really disappointing experience with this company. I placed an order for a…read moreChristmas gift for my staff on December 16 and gotten a payment confirmation email from Maya (their payment provider). However, I had to follow up a few days later after not receiving any order confirmation email. I was then told that my payment had to be 'verified' even though it was confirmed by their payment provider. After it was 'approved' by their finance team, I had to provide my personalisation details for my order, which seems like a pretty inefficient process. I should've been able to provide this at the time of ordering to avoid constant email comms. After not hearing anything for several days again after Christmas, I was told there was it would be delivered 2-10 days only to find out 10 days later that they didn't dispatch my order cos they were out of stock. It has now been a month since I placed my order and I still have not received any delivery or tracking details. If you don't follow up with this company, you won't get any updates on your order. It is truly a disappointing experience and has taken up too much of my time. Gifting should be an easy experience, not a chore. At this point with no update or dispatch, it's looking like it will be another 2-3 weeks at least. Do I really have to wait 2 months for my order?

Delivery scheduled between 4PM to 8PM, still nothing as of 9PM. Called them and was informed they…read morejust handed off the items to the driver and hopefully they get delivered. WOW. What a company.

This is the perfect place for hipsters! From the name itself, you already know that this store will…read moreprovide you with weird, yet stylish gifts, goodies, and fun novelty items. This store is famous for their water-resistant and tear-resistant mighty wallets. It looks like it's made out of recycled papers, but once you get a hold of it, you'll eventually notice that these wallets are hard as a rock. Once, I tried putting it underwater just to test its durability and nothing even happened to it. Besides wallets, they also have things to decorate your room. They have a Stick-It-Easy Clock that you can easily put on any dry surface. One of my personal favorites is their lunch bag that looks just like a disposable paper bag. It is built to keep your food hot when you're travelling or on the go. Just like the mighty wallet, it is also water-resistant and tear-resistant. If you need new decorations for your boring room or apartment, make sure you visit this place. Quirks will find a way to make it look fun and stylish. PS: Prepare your wallets 'cause this place is expensive!

Quirks is a store for people with a bit more personality. You'll never know what to find in here!…read moreSo many random trinkets will tickle your fancy because of its design or functionality. This is a gret place for buying gifts and tokens for friends and family. Sarcasm is highly appreciated here so if you think you have a good sense of humor then come here the next time your looking for a container to hide that stash of grass ;) There also useful products of course. But their design offers something unique and eye-catching. So better than being useful, it will make you happy seeing it and knowing that what your purchased matches your personality! In Quirks everyday, ordinary stuff can take your imagination places and offer you something that regular stores won't.