Learn to Speak the Language of Flowers

All flowers have meanings. Flowers have been used as symbolism in literature, media, and even goes as far back as the Bible. 

Flowers can be used to convey certain messages and symbolize different aspects of our lives. A lot of people also have strong associations with certain flowers. I always associate sunflowers with my mom because she loves them. 

The language of flowers can be incredibly beautiful and a powerful way to communicate. We are so enamored with the language that we had to launch a new Vessel Collection that is based on it! Before we get into that, let's talk about what the language of flowers is. 

What is the Language of Flowers? 

The technical term for the language of flowers is Floriography. While flowers have been used as symbolism for centuries, the most common use of Floriography dates back to the Victorian era. 

The Victorian era was defined by strict etiquette and left little room for open communication. This meant that people living during that era had to get creative with how they communicated with one another. 

They used flower bouquets to communicate different things to one another. There were a lot of intricacies for how this language was spoken—the type of flower, number of flowers, and even what hand the bouquet was given and received with all communicated different things. It was essentially the Victorian version of flirting. 

In modern times, we think about the language of flowers as we prepare for specific occasions. Many people consider what a flower symbolizes as they decide what their wedding flowers will be. Flowers are also frequently gifted for Mother's Day, graduations, birthdays, and anniversaries. What flowers symbolize are often taken into consideration before they're gifted for those occasions. 

You don't have to wait for a specific occasion to start learning Floriography. Flowers can be incorporated into your daily life to serve as specific reminders or to represent important people in your lives. 

What Do Different Flowers Symbolize? 

As we mentioned above, all flowers have their own meanings and symbolism. You probably already know a few. Red roses usually mean, "I love you." White lilies typically symbolize purity. 

There are so many different meanings out there! We've launched our own collection of jewelry that focuses on the language of flowers. Here is what those flowers symbolize: 

• Fleabane Daisy: Fleabane Daisy symbolizes hope and resilience. You could wear this element to serve as a reminder that hope is never lost. You could also wear it to symbolize everything you've been through to get to the place you are today. 
• Tea Tree Flower: Tea Tree Flower symbolizes healing and strength. This can be very powerful for someone who is grieving or going through a hard time. It can represent how each and every day you heal a bit more. 
• Little Lavender: Little Lavender symbolizes grace and peace. It can be hard at times to be the bigger person or give people grace when they've wronged you. This flower can serve as a reminder of the power of forgiveness and when to let go so you protect your peace. 
• Daisy: Daisies symbolize innocence, new beginnings, and cheerfulness. The older you get the more you feel nostalgic for the past. For times when you were naïve to the world and were full of hope. Let the Daisy element remind you that there are always new experiences to have and a lot of life to live. 
• Sunflower: Sunflowers symbolize happiness, vitality, and warmth. It's hard to think of a sunflower without thinking of sunny days and happiness. This element can act as a reminder of all the great memories you have with people you love and to focus on what makes you feel warm inside. 
• Hydrangea: Hydrangeas symbolize new beginnings, grace, and beauty. When you're faced with new beginnings, it can be hard to accept change and let go of what makes you feel comfortable. Hydrangeas can represent your ability to accept change while also giving yourself grace as you experience growing pains for your new normal.

Fleabane Daisy	Tea Tree Flower	Little Lavender
Daisy	Sunflower	Hydrangea

All of these flowers have such powerful messages and can be the little dose of inspiration you need to conquer your day. The language of flower Vessel Collections are all in collaboration with Jen at FoundKept!

Become Fluent in the Language of Flowers

Now that you've had a little taste of Floriography, you can start learning what other flowers symbolize. Next time you plan to get a bouquet of flowers for someone, look up what they symbolize to make it truly meaningful. 

Be on the lookout for future drops with more elements that represent the language of flowers!