Highbury Baskets & Posies from Your Local Highbury Florist

At Highbury Florist, our hand-crafted flower baskets and delicate posies are designed right here in Highbury, just a short stroll from Highbury Fields and the bustle of Upper Street. Whether you're sending a gentle tribute, a thank-you gift, or a thoughtful pick-me-up, we create elegant, long-lasting bouquets that feel personal and heartfelt.

Our team of experienced floral designers carefully select fresh seasonal flowers every morning, conditioning each stem in our studio near Highbury & Islington Station. From traditional wicker baskets filled with soft pastels to compact posies perfect for bedside tables or coffee corners, every piece is arranged with care, balance, and expert colour matching.

We offer reliable same-day delivery across Highbury and nearby areas including:

  • Finsbury Park
  • Holloway
  • Islington surrounds

Place your order before 3 PM for fast, local same-day delivery. You can easily order online through our secure website and leave the rest to your trusted neighbourhood florist. We hand-deliver every design ourselves, ensuring your basket or posy arrives looking as beautiful as it did when it left our workbench.

If you need guidance choosing the right tribute or gift, our friendly Highbury team is always happy to share expert advice on styles, stems, and messages, so your flowers say exactly what you feel.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A carefully composed hand-woven basket that reads as a quiet celebration of soft colour and texture: several large white Gerbera daisies form the focal points, their clean petals surrounding deep brown-black centres that give a gentle, grounding contrast. Interlaced among them are clusters of blush-pink carnations with their frilled, velvety petals, creating pockets of tender, pastel warmth. Filling and brightening the arrangement are small white and pale-yellow daisy-like blooms-likely chrysanthemums or spray asters-which add a light, cheerful density across the surface. Delicate, starry blue-lavender accent flowers are tucked throughout, lending subtle pops of cool colour and a whisper of perfumed freshness. The flowers are set into a pale, natural woven basket made from slender wooden strips, the handcrafted weave visible beneath the blooms and topped by a curved, brown wooden handle that frames the display. Lush foliage anchors the bouquet: rounded eucalyptus leaves provide a silvery-green shimmer and gentle scent, while darker, glossy ruscus trails outward from the left, introducing graceful movement and framing the silhouette. Photographed against a clean white background with clear, even lighting, each petal and leaf appears crisp and tactile, showing the florist's attention to balance and proportion. As a thoughtful option for sympathy, a calm centerpiece, or a gesture of comfort, this arrangement reflects the sensibility of a local Highbury florist mindful of understated beauty-an offering that feels both handcrafted and quietly consoling to the recipient.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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Close your eyes and walk with me through this artful basket, a celebration of seasonal grace from Highbury Florist. The composition rises with cloud-like hydrangeas in baby pink, their plush forms supporting ruffles of peonies and the swirl of ranunculus. The ranunculus, with their delicate, almost scentless charm, nestle against lilies whose broad petals catch the light in serene peach tones. The mood is plush yet refined, a joyful palette that feels intimate and celebratory all at once. Eucalyptus sprigs and slender filler blooms thread through the arrangement, offering woodland freshness and soft movement. Every stem seems chosen with patience, placed to create flow from one bloom to the next, as if the bouquet were a map of a quiet walk through Canonbury and Islington's leafy streets. At its heart sits the basket-white, woven, rustic and elegant-its handle just visible, tucked beneath petals for a sense of generous abundance. A crisp white square overlay sits at the center, with Florist Choice Basket in graceful script and the price ?60 in a clean sans-serif, inviting a gift-giving moment. This is more than a bouquet; it is a token of care that could suit a spring birthday, a surprise anniversary, or a gesture of sympathy offered with dignity. For delivery across Highbury and nearby communities, this basket speaks of freshness, craftsmanship, and local hearts beating in time with the city.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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In this carefully lit photograph, a refined funeral basket arrangement sits on a white surface, the clean background allowing its subtle colour story to speak clearly. The basket itself is a light, off-white weave with a tall, gently arched handle, suggesting a comforting, hand-crafted quality that would suit a quiet farewell in a Highbury townhouse or a small chapel near Highbury & Islington. Emerging from the basket, a generous blanket of foliage creates a rounded, almost domed silhouette. Broad glossy leaves share space with finer, lighter green sprigs, giving the design structure and softness at the same time. Nestled in the centre, a creamy white rose unfurls in perfect symmetry, its petals layered in a classic spiral that conveys peace, innocence, and heartfelt sympathy. Flanking this central rose, two rich purple calla lilies stand gracefully, their smooth, trumpet-shaped spathes folding into themselves, adding a note of solemn elegance and depth much like shadows stretching across Highbury Fields at dusk. Interspersed among them are delicate clematis-like blooms in gentle tones of lavender and pale lilac, their star-shaped petals and small yellow centres lending a light, airy touch that softens the overall effect. Touches of bright yellow and pure white trumpet-shaped flowers, reminiscent of freesia or alstroemeria, punctuate the green with subtle optimism, suggesting fond memories and gratitude. On the right edge of the arrangement, a single magenta gerbera-type flower with bold, radiating petals leans outward as though it wishes to be seen and remembered. A faint, natural shadow under the basket anchors the image, highlighting the skilled craftsmanship you might expect from a Highbury florist preparing funeral flowers for local services and homes around Highbury, Canonbury, and nearby neighbourhoods.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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In this image, a light-toned wicker basket cradles a peaceful funeral flower arrangement, set crisply against a pure white background. The basket's pale, woven texture and gently arched handle frame a lush, rounded display of soft blooms that appear freshly arranged, as if just prepared for a service or family home in Highbury. At the heart are several large cream and white roses, their petals fully unfurled in wide, cupped layers, suggesting openness, love, and farewell. Surrounding them are clusters of freesia-like flowers in white and soft butter-yellow, some blossoms open and others in bud, offering a hint of fragrance and the quiet promise of continuity even in loss. Punctuating the design are star-shaped clematis blossoms in a delicate lavender and pale periwinkle tone, each bloom accented with a yellow-green centre that draws the eye, much like the gentle colour contrasts you might see in the borders of Highbury's garden squares. Deep, glossy greenery envelops the base and edges of the arrangement, with broad leaves and fine stems adding depth, structure, and a sense of natural abundance. The result is a harmonious blend of colour and texture-cool pastels resting against rich greens-that conveys calm, respect, and thoughtful remembrance. Crafted with care by a local Highbury florist, this basket would be especially fitting as a condolence gift, a tribute at a small chapel service, or a floral focal point on a memory table at a wake in and around Highbury and nearby Islington, offering a gentle presence and a touch of beauty during a difficult time.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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In this image, a beautifully composed sympathy basket sits against a bright white backdrop, its colours and textures telling a story of love and farewell. The basket is fashioned from pale natural wood, gently oval and slightly shallow, with four small feet that raise it subtly from the surface. A sturdy, arched handle, matching the soft off-white tone of the wood, spans the length and offers a simple, elegant frame for the flowers. Inside, the blooms are arranged in a lush, rounded mound that fills and slightly spills over the rim, creating a sense of fullness and care. Creamy white roses, fully opened so that each layered petal is visible, are scattered throughout, giving the arrangement a feeling of purity, peace, and thoughtful remembrance. Deep red carnations cluster around them, their ruffled petals catching the light and their rich crimson colour conveying devotion and heartfelt sympathy. Among these deeper tones, paler carnations appear in soft pink and white, some petals delicately brushed or edged with red, softening the palette and adding a sense of gentle nostalgia. Slender stems of small, white, bell-shaped flowers that resemble freesias thread between the larger blooms, suggesting a soft fragrance and drawing the eye upward. A base of dark green foliage, likely glossy ruscus or salal, secures the structure, while fine, feathery sprigs of fern-like greenery extend from the top and sides, lending an airy, natural movement. The overall effect is calm and dignified, ideal for a funeral or memorial service in Highbury, perhaps placed beside a framed photograph in a chapel near Highbury Barn or delivered as a condolence basket to a family home off Blackstock Road. It feels like a tribute designed by a florist who understands the quiet power of flowers in moments of loss.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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Arranged with attentive hands and local knowledge, this rounded bouquet blends romantic pastels and vivid accents against a pure white background. At its centre bloom generous garden roses in blush pink, soft peach and buttery yellow, their layered petals forming intimate spirals that suggest a gentle, sweet perfume. Scattered among them are pale lavender clematis with open, star-like petals and bright centres that seem to breathe a garden-fresh air into the grouping. Architectural blue eryngium (sea holly) introduces a cool, textural contrast - spiky, steel-blue heads that bring contemporary edge to an otherwise soft palette. Deep plum lisianthus offer pockets of shadow and richness while glossy red hypericum berries provide lively, jewel-like highlights. The greenery is a careful mix: glossy broad leaves to anchor the dome, wispy, feathery greens to soften edges, and dark burgundy fillers that peek through to intensify the overall tapestry. The lighting is gentle and natural, accentuating surfaces and casting a faint shadow that defines the bouquet's volume. As a Highbury florist who often delivers to nearby Canonbury terraces and the cafés along Upper Street, I imagine this arrangement as a centerpiece for a small celebration, a thoughtful thank-you, or an elegant sympathy tribute - versatile, handcrafted and balanced. Highbury Florist prepares such pieces with locally sourced stems where possible, offering same-day delivery around Highbury and neighbouring Islington when blooms allow.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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From a top-down perspective on a pure white background, this hand-tied round bouquet balances classical form with tender detail: large white lilies with trumpet-like blooms and pale green stamens sit at the heart, their sculpted petals opening above clusters of creamy, ivory roses caught between tight bud and the first soft unfurl. Interspersed throughout are delicate sprays of Baby's Breath that lend a cloud-like, frothy texture, softening the composition and creating visual depth. Bright green leaves are modestly used around the perimeter, offering a crisp, almost botanical frame to the monochrome palette. Tactile contrasts are evident-the velvety, layered roses against the broad, cool lilies and the fine, whispery Gypsophila-so that the bouquet reads as both structured and intimate. A faint, sweet fragrance of lilies and garden roses seems to rise from the cluster, recalling early-morning deliveries around Highbury Grove and the calm of a floral studio near Drayton Park. Crafted by Highbury Florist, this arrangement suits a refined bridal bouquet, an understated centrepiece for a family celebration, or a thoughtful sympathy gift. We prepare it with fresh, seasonally selected blooms and can offer local delivery across Highbury, Canonbury and nearby Islington neighbourhoods when timing is important, always mindful of preserving the bouquet's pristine white tones and gentle perfume.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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Set against a luminous white backdrop, this sumptuous round bouquet looks as though it has just been lifted from the bench of an experienced Highbury florist preparing a same-day delivery along Highbury Park. At its core, wide-open white lilies stretch their trumpet-shaped petals into elegant stars, surfaces smooth and creamy with a subtle sheen, their pale green centres and gently pollen-dusted yellow stamens adding quiet detail. Embraced by these lilies are lush roses in soft blush pink and warm cream, gathered tightly together. Some rose blooms open generously, revealing deep, swirling layers, while others remain in bud, with outer petals wrapped protectively around the hidden heart of the flower. Breaking through the pastel calm, several striking fuchsia or magenta Oriental lilies-very much in the Stargazer style-add intensity. Their recurved petals are richly coloured, scattered with deeper burgundy speckles, and curve back to reveal bold yellow anthers that stand out against the dramatic hues. All around, delicate sprays of white baby's breath form a misty halo, tiny star-shaped blossoms filling every space and giving the bouquet an almost weightless, cloud-soft finish. Slender green leaves and glimpses of strong stems peek from beneath, offering contrast and depth without disturbing the overall sense of softness. The lighting is bright and even, capturing each texture-the silky lily petals, the plush rose centres, the feathery gypsophila-with precision. This bouquet seems ideal for moments of heartfelt emotion in Highbury, from a romantic surprise delivered to a flat off Blackstock Road to a celebratory arrangement for a dinner party overlooking Highbury Fields, carrying with it the scent and symbolism of love, joy, and new beginnings.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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I see a carefully sculpted, rounded bouquet that carries the hush of early morning in a small Highbury garden: large soft-pink roses form the focal rhythm, each bloom opening in concentric swirls from deep coral-pink centers to paler outer petals, while smaller spray roses scatter lighter, peach-tinged notes through the mass. Interwoven among these are delicate white freesia, their upright sprays punctuated by tiny tubular buds and fully open blossoms revealing pale yellow stamens that lift the composition with brightness and a subtle, honeyed perfume. The greenery is abundant and varied-firm, dark green laurel-like leaves create a structured backdrop and contrast with variegated leaves edged in cream that introduce a luminous, painterly highlight. The arrangement is dense and compact, intentionally hiding stems to present a smooth, cushion-like profile that reads as both refined and intimate. Light is natural and soft, catching the velvety rose petals and the translucent freesia cups, making textures almost audible: soft velvet, crisp petal edges, and the slight sheen of fresh foliage. As a local florist mindful of Highbury's quieter streets near Highbury Barn and Drayton Park, I picture this piece as perfectly placed on a breakfast table for a gentle birthday morning, a new baby welcome, or as a thoughtful get-well gift; it radiates tenderness without exuberance, a bouquet crafted for personal, close-up moments where scent and texture matter as much as colour.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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