Which flowers to give for a wedding anniversary
Red roses are the classic wedding anniversary flower, and for good reason: no other flower carries a message everyone understands. For something softer, mix the red with white or ivory roses, which recall union and the wedding dress. The idea that touches most is a personal one: recreate the bridal bouquet, or at least its colours and flowers, peonies, ranunculus or garden roses. And if your spouse does not like roses, forget the rules: give their favourite flower, which is what they will remember.
Which colour for a wedding anniversary
Red says passion, pink says tenderness and closeness, white says faithfulness and promise. A red and white bouquet says both at once, which makes it the most fitting choice for an established couple. For a first anniversary, powder pink or a pastel mix keeps the freshness of the early days; for a milestone anniversary, deep red or burgundy adds depth. Avoid yellow on its own, which speaks of friendship, except for a golden anniversary. Our guide to flower colour meanings covers each shade.
Flower colour meaningsHow many roses for a wedding anniversary
The most common tradition is one rose for each year of marriage: 10 roses for 10 years, 25 for a silver anniversary. Beyond that, counting becomes a challenge rather than a bouquet. A dozen remains the symbol of commitment, and three roses say “I love you” for a quieter anniversary. At Hanaé, bouquets are chosen by size, S, M or L, not by the number of stems: if the number matters to you, put it on the card instead, “25 years, 25 reasons to love you”. Our guide to the number of roses gives every meaning.
What the number of roses meansSilver, golden, diamond · flowers by anniversary year
Each year of marriage has its traditional name, and a few lend themselves to flowers. For a silver anniversary, 25 years, choose a white and ivory bouquet lifted with silvery foliage, eucalyptus or blue thistle. For a golden anniversary, 50 years, yellow, ivory and golden tones are the obvious choice: yellow roses, ranunculus, sunflowers in summer. For a diamond anniversary, 60 years, a large white bouquet echoes the stone. The French list also gives a poppy anniversary at 8 years and a lily of the valley anniversary at 13: two seasonal flowers, to be replaced by their colours the rest of the year.
What size of bouquet for a wedding anniversary
Size M suits most wedding anniversaries: generous enough to mark the day, simple enough to sit on a kitchen or restaurant table. It is the most common choice among our customers buying for a partner. Of the 123 card messages on our orders as of 29 October 2026, 18 say “I love you” or an equivalent; 10 of those bouquets were size M, 6 S and 2 L. The sample is small, but it shows that the declaration lies in the words more than in the size. Keep the large size for a milestone anniversary: 10, 25 or 50 years.
How much does a bouquet cost in ParisWhere to have the flowers delivered · home, office, restaurant or hotel
At home, the bouquet waits for your spouse to come back: schedule the delivery for the evening. At the office, it makes an impression in front of colleagues, but check that reception accepts deliveries. At a restaurant, let the staff know: they keep the bouquet and bring it to the table. For a milestone anniversary, a night in a hotel with a room decorated with rose petals turns the bouquet into a whole evening. Our guide to office delivery covers the practical details.
Sending flowers to the officeWhat to write on a wedding anniversary card
A line that recalls your story beats a quotation. A few examples: “Ten years, and I would still choose you. Thomas”, “25 years, 25 reasons to love you. I’ll tell you them tonight. Julie”, “Thank you for every day since 14 June 2016. Antoine”, “Still my other half, still my love. Nadia”. At Hanaé, the card is included, up to 400 characters, written out by hand.
What to write on a flower cardHaving a wedding anniversary bouquet delivered in Paris
You know the date in advance: schedule the delivery several days ahead, in a morning, afternoon or evening window, or in a precise two-hour slot. Forgot? Ordered before 8pm, the bouquet is delivered the same day in Paris, and express delivers in under an hour, for €18, available to order from 10am to 8pm. The courier photographs the handover: you know the flowers have arrived, even if the surprise keeps you from calling.
Flower delivery in 1 hour in ParisFrequently asked questions
Which flowers should I give for a wedding anniversary?
Red roses, alone or mixed with white, remain the safest choice. The most touching idea is to recreate the flowers or colours of the bridal bouquet.
How many roses for a wedding anniversary?
By tradition, one rose for each year of marriage. A dozen says commitment, three roses say “I love you”. The number can also go on the card rather than in the vase.
Which flowers for a golden anniversary?
For 50 years of marriage, a yellow, ivory and golden bouquet: yellow roses, ranunculus, or sunflowers in summer. For a silver anniversary, 25 years, white with silvery foliage.
Which flowers for a first wedding anniversary?
A light bouquet in white or powder pink, in the spirit of the wedding a year earlier, is the most fitting choice.
Can I have wedding anniversary flowers delivered the same day in Paris?
Yes: ordered before 8pm, the bouquet is delivered the same day in Paris, and express delivers in under an hour from 10am to 8pm. You can also schedule the delivery several days in advance.
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