What Are You Gifting This Teacher’s Day ?

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Come September, and teachers in India have a reason to glow with pride! Yes, each year, this is the month when students all over the country take time out to wish their teachers on 5^th of September, HAPPY TEACHER’S DAY! Please note that all over th world, Teacher’s Day is celebrated on 5^th of October. But in India, the birthday of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, the second President of India, has been chosen for this reverential day.

Every child who has been to school remembers and cherishes the fun they have on this patrticular day each year. Let us take a quick peek into what goes on in schools and colleges to re-visit the experience and joy!

The Fun Begins At First Bell...Remember?

That’s right! From the prayer session to the lunch to the cultural program to the classes and the day end, teacher’s days are busy days, more for students and less for teachers. Don’t you remember how well your classmate taught the fifth standard students, a chapter in mathematics, that day in 12^th standard? Yes, on Teacher’s Day, many schools insist that their senior students undertake the role of teaching the junior classes. Add in a dash of activities and lo! You have moreattention at classwork at once! 

This is indeed a good practice for students and teachers, since students get hands-on experience of the trouble that teachers take in teaching them. This, in turn, improves the rapport between senior students of the school and their teachers. Not to forget that, many students realise their teaching potential in these formative years and decide to choose teaching as their career.

Cultural programs, home-made food and sweetmeats (from teachers and students alike), and a shower of gifts and official mementoes are other popular practices that you will find in Indian schools. The best part ofthe festivities is that teachers get to enjoy a joyful time in their busy daily schedule.

Decorations, Gifts and So Much More!

To increase the appeal of the decorations, students and school and college administrations often wish to use the services of professional floralists. And that is exactly where, we at Floralis take immense pride in creating customised bouquets and gifting items that would bring that gleeful smile on the recipient’s face. And all you students, isn’t it time you said a happy thank you? 

A little pre-thought can make your gifting a memorable experience for teachers; those individuals who spend 365 days of the year worrying about the future of the nation - students’ personality development and academic achievements. Just as colorful festoons brighten up the premises of your school on that day, you could add the unimaginable aroma of orchids to the decor of the corridors, offices and staff rooms for Teacher’s day.

Never forget that every year, teachers look forward to gifts and bouquets on this day of remembrance and joy. So yes, send in that coveted buoquet for your favorite teacher just as she is stepping into her seat at the staff room. Many students wish to give gifts like chocolates and hand-made cards. You could easily use one of our gifting baskets to wrap in your hug in the form of mementoes and select flowers.   

Remembrance is an act of extreme gratitude, especially, when the memories relate to that of a teacher, a guide, or a path-finder. Greet your dear teachers living abroad or in town by sending them specially ordered bouquets suitably customised using their name engraved in a card to prove to them your love and respect.

Floralis is offering a host of suitable gift ideas and bouquets that can be wrapped together to send in your reverence to your most cherished teacher on this Teacher’s day. Make sure you have not missed out on visiting our online store and availing the great discounts being dished out there.

Have you started preparing for the Pujas !!

Sweet is thy LOVE!.........  Sweeter is thy ANGER!! ............ Sweetest is thy SMILE............. Mother!!!

Come August and the air of festivities begin in different parts of India. From Rakshabandhan to Janmashtami, to Ganesh Chaturthi to Navrathri and Deepavali, the list seems end less. Out of all these festivals, Durga Puja or Navrathri is celebrated with sincere pomp and joy in the eastern and northern parts of India.

As the name indicates, Navrathri is a celebration of ten days and nine nights, during which, the Mother Goddess Durga is said to have fought and vanquished the demon Mahishasura. Mythology has it that the fight to end the asura lasted for nine nights and ten days. It is also said that in the epic Ramayana, a similar fight happened during Navrathri with Rama killing the demon king Raavan on the tenth day.

All across India, these ten days are celebrated through fasting and ritualistic prayers, the climax of which happens on the tenth day. In Northern and Western India, giant effigies of Raavan are burnt to denote the end of evil. The practice is a little different in Eastern India, wherein, the presence of sacred Mother Goddess is invoked through prayers on the first day of the pujas (also called Mahalaya).

She stays  in the makeshift pandals for the next nine days, and is bid adieu on the tenth day. The idol that was used to signify the presence of the Mother is submerged in the holy waters of the Ganges on this day.

A national holiday is declared to allow everybody to enjoy the festivities to the fullest with their family and friends. Although, the holiday granted is only for a period of five days, the best time of the year starts almost as soon asyou start preparing for this grand festival. So, have you started your bit of shopping yet? Remember, the artisans are busy shaping up straw and bamboo idols of the Goddess and will be adding colour to them in no time. Just as you shop sarees and gifts, they will be drawing those beautiful eyes that will bless you during those holy days.

We, at Floralis, believe in giving each one of you an egde ahead of your peers through products that allow you enjoy any festival to te fullest. This Durga Puja as you venture into the market full of discounts on garments, jewellery, home decor, and much more, we give you rare discounts on exclusive designer bouquets and carnations, mats and wall hangings, candles and candle stands. Gift items that you could surprise your near and dear ones with. Or just add them to glowing ambience of your room, to add that extra sheen.

How Do You Go About Shopping With Us?

We have two showrooms in India, one in Kolkata, and one in Bengaluru. Visit these showrooms for a hands on experience of how our products add to the magic in any room. Your purchases will be greeted with discounts and yes, we also hope for some rare feedback from you.This will help us meet up to your expectations every time.

Further on, if you are unable to reach these showrooms, log on to our 24 hours active online boutique. And order your purchases for doorstep delivery. In fact, this has made the online boutique a raging success. So, start out on preparing to greet envious guests at home this Durga Pujas. Let your home decor be as exquisite as your dresses, this Durga Puja season.

Autumn Specials

Autumn Hues For Your Home

They blow in the wind. They wait for spring. Trees have a lovely life. They never ever shrink.

“The bursting sun, the crackling leaves, See them glowing from the trees?”

All of us are bogged down by life’s incessant changes. The race of life leaves us with no scope to think. Or is it?

No. We do stop and think.

Whenever we are in trouble, we look for hope. When we are sad, we look for inspiration to feel happy.

And those beautiful moments when we derive inspiration from nature around us, turn out to be the most beautiful moments of our lives.

“Colors surround us, so vivid and bright, What colors do you see, in this beautiful sight?”

Nature. Ever changing, yet, ever consistent. Every part of nature welcomes change. Rough weathers…. Molting….. Everything! Just like how we have to do, in our lives.

Take trees for example. Spring is when they shed their old leaves and take up a new appearance. And in order to make the process smooth, they prepare themselves all through autumn. In a cycle that none of us have ever missed, the leaves gradually change color from green to red to yellow. Don’t you forget purple. Even on their way to change, trees show us how to prepare for it, giving us the beautiful season – autumn.  

“I see orange and purple, yellow and red, A big leaf just swooshed by my head!!!”

Won’t it be beautiful if these deep hues greet your guests every time they enter your living room? At Floralis, we have noticed how beautiful autumn is in parts of India and elsewhere. We have also noticed how you, love to have autumn colors in your rooms! So go on. This autumn and every other, you can have a lush of colors ranging from green to purple, in the form of flowers from our online boutique. Our teams of experts get you a host of ideas to decorate your home in natural hues that bring in the class and strength of this season.

Artificial Flowers : For Your Own Bit Of Paradise

Living in concrete jungles is tiring. Period. But bringing nature in your house in the form of artificial flowers is the cleverest thing to do. Specially, if you want to stay close to feeling blessed, rope in a few artificial flowers in colors ranging from red to yellow to  blue to purple. And walk into an autumn delight every morning you step into the living room!

Glitter Flowers : For That Rare Spark

Autumn shades are best complemented by yellow accompaniment. The glitter flower range therefore has suitably matched red and yellow pieces and many more. You can use them separately in unicolor bunches. Or multicolor bunches that you can put together and create magic in no time!

Dried Flowers : As Alive As You

For all those of you who think dried flowers can add class to rooms, here’s a toast! Indeed, dried flowers created in autumn shades add an effortless sobriety to the existing décor of your rooms. Take a look at this red beauty, so ready for your rooms.

In addition to these products, don’t you miss to check out the ‘Mats and Wall Hangings’ section of our online boutique. Autumn colors await you there as well! For the entire experience, visit Floralis showrooms in Kolkata and Bengaluru. Or just go here.

“Smell the crisp, refreshing air? Wind is blowing everywhere!!!”

It’s time you gave yourself a ready reason to stop, think, and get inspired, sitting right at home. Happy Autumn Folks!

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Rakhi Special

Glow With Pride This Rakhi !!!

Every year, women in India wait for three special days, viz. their marriage anniversary, Rakhi, and their birthday. Out of these three, the first and the last dates are specific to each lady and precious to her heart. But Rakhi Purnima is the day that is common to all Indian women. And the most cherished!

Yes, every lady waits for and cherishes the celebration of Rakhi Purnima, when she gets a chance to show her affection to her brother/brothers. With its roots deep in Indian history and mythology, Rakhi Purnima, a day that usually comes around the last part of August every year, touches your heart with its tradition and customs. The day is also called Rakshabandhan, for the pledge of protecting his sister that every brother takes after she ties the Rakhi on his wrist.

History Says It All…

The tradition is said to have started when wives of Indian kings sent threads to rulers of neighboring states, pledging the latter’s protection and solidarity. This ensured that, the states which their husbands ruled had complete co-operation and protection from neighboring kings. Such was the power of this tradition that major war decisions and outcomes got changed owing to a Rakhi sent to the opponent king. The men kept their promises only to ensure that the women who had gifted the Rakhi to them, stayed protected.

Right from the times of Guru Nanak, tying of Rakhi on the wrists of soldiers and army men, who protect the public, is a happy practice these days, that crosses religious barriers.

The Ritual of Rakhi:: What’s It All About?

Although there is no religious background to the celebration, tying of the Rakhi is usually accompanied by a few sacred chants that invoke the blessings of Gods on the brother. Mostly celebrated during the day, every Rakhi Purnima is a day when women of the house get up early and prepare sweetmeats and delicacies.

After early bath and morning Puja, The sacred Rakhi is tied around the wrist of the brother/brothers amidst solemn chanting or singing. The joy and love, shared particularly at this moment, doubles up when the sweet-meats and delicacies prepared are lovingly fed to the brother. In return to this beautiful ritual, the brother gifts a memento or small amount of money to the sister.  

The Floralis Touch: All For You!

This Rakshabandhan, all you ladies must have made excellent choices in terms of the Rakhi that you are going to tie on your brother’s wrist. But have you thought of a great way to present the sacred thread? And all you brothers, are you not going to think of a surprise gift that will leave your sister extra-joyous at that moment. Gifts are not difficult to choose. But creating great presents out of them is difficult. We, at Floralis have a few ideas to help you score ahead of others when it comes to gifting for Rakhi..

Brothers! Check out our Rakhi Specials and you will definitely find the right gift for your sweet sister a basket full of fresh flowers and a teddy would have her jump with joy! A more sober present would be to gift her with a fruit basket tastefully decorated with fruits and flowers. Add in a few candies and chocolates, and your gift shopping is complete through just a few clicks. Sisters! You can also create innovative Rakhi thalis with a cute selection of flowers from our online boutique. Make sure you visit our website and avail the discounted offers at www.floralis.in. And let’s just say that once you have acted, you are going to come back for every other celebration. Every. Single. Time!!!

Independence Day

Independence Day : We Love To Celebrate The Tricolor

Each year, August 15 gives us a reason to stop, think, and salute the martyrdom of all those bravehearts who laid down their lives for attaining freedom for Mother India. In 1947, when Panditji announced that India had woken up to a new destiny, he definitely meant all bright things. Ever since then, we feel it is our duty to keep the embers of sacrifice alive, as we pledge for a better India each year on Independence Day. Governments have come and governments have gone. Progress has been slow and steady and all of us know how, today, India is one of the most powerful democracies in the world. 

  

Times have been tough lately. Even the twenty-four hours previous to August 15, the country  saw an Indian submarine capsizing in a mishap. On the morning of Independence Day, the state ofAssam experienced blasts that claimed a few precious lives. Not to forget the frontier situation that, for the last one month, has experienced unpleasant violence, both on the eastern and western parts of Northern India. With tension pouring more on the India-Pakistan line of control, one cannot but put their heads down in grief for those soldiers who were victims of mindless firing from across the border.

 

And still, hope lives on. We, at Floralis, revise our pledge to contribute to the never-ending spirit of Hope. For a better future. A stronger demeanor on the part of our government. A non-corrupt system. And more unity. As we all know, respect for women is an indicator of how successful a country can be. This Independence Day most women demanded a fear-free society for themselves, if not for anything else. Yes, the sacrifice of soldiers and martyrs must not go in vain. They would never want a woman to feel afraid and tortured in this holy land of Bharat. Let us all come together and give each other a reason to be proud as an Indian. 

Independence Day is also a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of India. One, in which languages and tribes of a large number co-exist in peace and prosperity. The Independence Day parade on the grounds of Red Fort in Delhi is witness to a wide variety of cultural programs presented by youth from different parts of the country. Similar celebrations are witnessed all over the country and if you are close to any one of these, make sure you never miss it. This is because, this is the only time of the year, when the patriotic fervor that lays in our hearts gets re-kindled.

The Google Doodle dedicated to 67^th Independence Day Celebrations Of India. 

Tiny flags waving in the hands of children, participants, and th audience is a sight that suddenly brings to your notice one fact. A fact no nation can deny. A fact no Indian can deny. WE ARE ONE. No matter how many people try to divide us. Or external forces try to snatch away our land. We are one. The love for the tricolor that existed back in the 1940s, is still the same. We love it and shall do anything to keep its glory untarnished. Standing and singing the National Anthem in all unison as we see the trocolor unfold, is an experience to be remembered and felt, deep within. 

On this Independence Day, Floralis took utmost pride in saluting all those martyrs, who have given us a free India. And gifts its customers rare discount offers to help them make their celebrations more colorful and meaningful. Visit our online boutique to make avail of these discounts to the fullest. Once again. Jai Hind.