Let’s face it: Date night was a total bust, nothing went as planned and your sweetheart went home in a huff. Perhaps you were caught accidentally flirting with that cute barista who always gets your coffee right. Or maybe it was because you showed up 20 minutes late to that stupid rom-com even when you knew she loves previews. Did you give him a not-so-subtle gym membership as a gift? Or maybe she woke up in the morning expecting breakfast in bed and found you playing Call of Duty in your underwear. Regardless of the circumstances, you fucked up. Now it’s time to fix it!
Sure, flowers might not un-spill that glass of red wine on her favorite dress, but a tasteful dozen can ease the transition back into Netflix and chilling. If you’re in need of that perfect bouquet to un-fuck this situation, here are some great flower shops in Los Angeles.
Spruce
Los Feliz
Flower shops have a nasty knack of closing early when you need them most. Luckily Spruce is the exception — open until 8 p.m. when you’ve put off saving your relationship until every other flower shop has closed. Even better: Spruce’s arrangements are absolutely stunning and they offer same day delivery because, if you’re here, you probably need it.
Image courtesy of Spruce
Twig & Twine
Silver Lake
So you need flowers, but while you’re at it why don’t you get a non-perishable gift too? This East Hollywood also sells flowers by the stem if you’re feeling confident enough to assemble your own apology bouquet.
Image courtesy of @twigandtwine
Empty Vase
West Hollywood
Empty Vase is a great place to shop high-end floral arrangements for those super bad fuck ups, like when she finds dick picks on your phone that aren’t your dick … erm … yeah. Your only path to redemption in a situation this nightmarish is an enormous, heart-shaped, rose-covered topiary. Empty Vase has got just what you need, even if it means cleaning out your wallet to do so. They also have more fun shapes, like swans and unicorns, but do you really want to be giving off the unicorn, rainbow and butterfly vibe right now? Didn’t think so.
Image courtesy of Empty Vase
Los Angeles Flower District
DTLA
On a budget and have some time to explore? Check out the California Flower Mall in the Flower District for an overwhelming selection of blooms at unbeatable prices. A stroll around the six-block flower marketplace can also double as a date location if you are in a relationship with a botany enthusiast, but make sure to arrive early as these beauties tend to sell-out early!
Hollywood
She caught you texting another girl. You need Seed. Show up with a Seed bouquet in-hand and that “I’m sorry” just got a lot more sincere. If you need fresh and unique flowers that are sure-to-please, Seed’s floral designs are ideal for every flower-needing occasion. With Seed, you can also add a little something special, be it a chocolate bar or bottle of Champagne. If you don’t have time to stop by the store (make time, asshole!) you can also order online to get the ball rolling on your redemption.
Image by Instagram user @seedfloral
The Hidden Garden
Rancho Park
With clients like the Beverly Hills Hotel and Tiffany & Co., if you need to go all out, The Hidden Garden may be the place to go. Pro-tip: check out their floral designs; they may really be enough to almost balance out your fuck-up.
Image courtesy of @wishiwereahousewife
Clementine Floral Works
Silver Lake, $$
Looking for something that comes from a place of true love and romance? Head to Clementine Floral Works, founded by a creative duo, they carry different gifts that will melt any cold heart.
Image courtesy of Teri Ryan
From Atropa Belladonna to Erythronium dens-canis, Alethea Cho knows her flowers and after years of sub-par boyfriends, she also knows a good ‘I fucked up’ bouquet when she sees one. Follow her global explorations @aletheawrites on Twitter or @ladylovesblood on Instagram.
