Cultivating Corporate Bonds Through Flowers
Over six years, we’ve learned that effective business gifting isn’t about flawless florals—it’s about grasping the nuanced craft of professional relationships and the right timing.
How We Solved the Corporate Gifting Puzzle
Back in 2019, the recurring feedback from clients was the same: "Lovely flowers, but they arrived after the meeting." That was the moment we realized we weren’t just arranging blooms—we were shaping moments that could influence business relationships.
The Timing Revolution We Found
Our breakthrough emerged from a stressed client in 2023. An essential investor meeting had been moved up by three hours, and they needed arrangements to match. Rather than declaring it impossible, we developed what we now call "flex-timing"—flowers that look impeccable whether they’re delivered at 9 AM or 2 PM.
"Now we craft arrangements with multiple peak moments throughout the day, so your flowers always look purposeful, not like they’re waiting around."
Our Problem-Solving Process
We refined this approach after watching well-intended gifts create awkward moments instead of meaningful connections.
The Context Discovery Phase
We learned this the hard way when a client's congratulatory arrangement landed during a tough restructuring announcement. Now we ask the questions florists often skip: What’s happening in your business right now? What’s the prevailing mood?
Recent example: A client wanted to celebrate a partnership, but their partner company was dealing with a family tragedy. We shifted from bright celebration to thoughtful support—same partnership acknowledgment, a completely different emotional approach.
The Practical Reality Check
Beautiful arrangements that everyone struggles to maintain become awkward within days. We learned to design for real office environments—air conditioning, varied lighting, busy receptionists who might forget to water.
Our "office-hardy" selections include flowers that dry gracefully instead of wilting, and arrangements that appear intentional even after a hectic week.
The Follow-Through Innovation
We realized the true impact happens after delivery. A client noted visitors still asking about their flowers weeks later, looking fresh. That’s when we understood we weren’t just delivering gifts—we were sparking ongoing conversations.
Now we include subtle care notes that help recipients keep arrangements looking professional longer, plus seasonal refresh options for clients who want to sustain that polished impression year-round.
The People Behind the Process
We aren’t conventional florists, and that’s likely why our method works. Our backgrounds in business consulting and hospitality management taught us to view gifting as relationship strategy, not merely decoration.
Kaveri Mehta
Lead Design Curator
A former hospitality manager who noticed how flowers shape guest experiences in luxury settings. Kaveri brings that same focus on environmental psychology to corporate spaces, understanding how floral choices influence business conversations and first impressions.
Prithvi Khandelwal
Client Relations Director
Started in business consulting before realizing that successful partnerships hinge on thoughtful gestures that many companies miss. Prithvi specializes in timing, cultural nuances, and the subtle craft of building business relationships through meaningful gifts.
