Forging Corporate Bonds Through Florals
Over six years, we’ve learned that successful business gifting isn’t about flawless arrangements—it’s about mastering the delicate art of professional relationships and timing that truly matters.
Solving the Corporate Gifting Conundrum
Back in 2019, we repeatedly heard the same frustration from clients: "Beautiful flowers, but they arrive after the meeting." That’s when we realized we weren’t just arranging blooms—we were shaping moments that can make or break business relationships.
The Timing Breakthrough We Fell Into
Our breakthrough came when a client faced an investor meeting moved up by three hours. Rather than claiming it was impossible, our team devised what we now call "flex-timing"—arrangements that look perfect whether delivered at 9 AM or 2 PM.
"Now we craft arrangements with multiple 'peak moments' across the day, so your flowers never look like they’re waiting around."
Our Problem-Solving Process
We shaped this approach after watching too many well-intentioned gifts create awkward moments instead of meaningful connections.
The Context Discovery Phase
We learned this the hard way when a client's congratulatory arrangement arrived during a difficult restructuring announcement. Now we ask the questions florists usually don’t: What’s happening in your business right now? What mood are you aiming to convey?
Recent example: A client wanted to celebrate a partnership, but mentioned 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 anyone can’t sustain become awkward after a few days. We learned to design for real office conditions—air conditioning, variable lighting, and busy receptionists who might forget to water.
Our "office-hardy" selections include flowers that dry gracefully rather than wilting, and arrangements that look intentional even after a hectic week.
The Follow-Through Innovation
We found the real impact happens after delivery. A client noted that visitors were still asking about their flowers weeks later, still looking fresh. That’s when we realized we weren’t just delivering gifts—we were sparking ongoing conversations.
Now we include subtle care notes to help the recipient keep arrangements looking professional longer, along with seasonal refresh options for clients who want to maintain that polished impression year-round.
The People Behind the Process
We aren’t conventional florists, and that’s likely why our approach works. Our backgrounds in business consulting and hospitality management trained us to view gifting as relationship strategy, not just decoration.
Kaveri Mehta
Lead Design Curator
Former hospitality manager who noticed how flowers shape guest experiences in upscale hotels. 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
Entered through business consulting before realizing that enduring partnerships hinge on thoughtful gestures that many companies miss. Prithvi specializes in timing, cultural considerations, and the subtle art of building business relationships through meaningful gifts.
