"Oh the roses are so lovely– thank you so much, dear. So why did you give me fifteen stalks?" the girl asks. "Huh? Hmm– well just thought the bouquet look nice with fifteen." Ha you just got yourself shoot!
The meaning of roses: the color of roses; the number of roses each has got their meaning. Do you know that 11 roses represent "You are my treasured one; the one I love most in my life" whereas 15 roses represent "I am truly sorry, please forgive me"? Now isn't that a total twist of the meaning for the roses you gave? What had meant to be a message of love has just turned into a message of apology; implying you was guilty of something?
Before you try to impress that someone with that bouquet of roses, make sure you know the meaning behind it, the meaning of roses; what the number of roses represent.
| - Red | Sincere Love & Respect, Courage & Passion Send red roses to convey the message of your passionate love for that someone; saying "I love you" |
| - Pink | Grace and Gentility, the rose of sweet thoughts. Send deep pink roses to show your appreciation & gratitude; saying "Thank you" Send light pink roses to convey admiration and sympathy |
| - Yellow | In the Victorian times, yellow roses meant jealousy. But today, they signify friendship, joy, gladness and freedom, the promise of a new beginning. Send yellow roses to brighten up someone's day; to congratulate your friends and loved ones during Joyous occasions. |
| - White | Spiritual love & Purity, the rose of confession, the bridal rose; "You are heavenly", "I am worthy of you" Commonly used as traditional bridal bouquet during weddings to symbolize a happy love. You can nevertheless use them to convey the message of "You are heavenly, I miss you" |
| - Lavender | Love at first sight and enchantment Send lavender roses of course, to convey the message of your "love at first sight" with that special someone. You can nevertheless also send them if you would like to make a special impression. |
| - Orange | Passionate desire, pure enthusiasm and fascination An excellent choice for a new relationship that you wish to pursue further. It can nevertheless also be referring to a new business partnership. |
Meaning of Number of Roses:
| - 1 Rose | Love at the first sight; you are the one |
| - 2 Roses | Mutual love between both, deeply in love with one another |
| - 3 Roses | I love you |
| - 6 Roses | I wanna be yours |
| - 7 Roses | I'm infatuated with you |
| - 9 Roses | An Eternal love, together as long as we live |
| - 10 Roses | You are perfect |
| - 11 Roses | You are my treasured one; the one I love most in my life |
| - 12 Roses | Be my steady |
| - 13 Roses | Secret Admirer |
| - 15 Roses | I am truly sorry, please forgive me |
| - 20 Roses | Believe me, I am sincere towards you |
| - 21 Roses | I am devoted to you |
| - 24 Roses | Can't stop thinking about you, 24 hours everyday |
| - 33 Roses | Saying "I love you" with great affection |
| - 36 Roses | I will remember our romantic moments |
| - 40 Roses | My love for you is genuine |
| - 50 Roses | Regretless love, this is |
| - 99 Roses | I will love you for as long as I live |
| - 100 Roses | Harmoniously together in a century; remaining devoted as couple till ripe-old age |
| - 101 Roses | You are my one and only love |
| - 108 Roses | Please marry me! |
| - 365 Roses | Can't stop thinking about you, each and everyday |
| - 999 Roses | Everlasting and Eternal love |
Now that you know the true meaning of roses, you won't go wrong.
"Do you know why I gave you a bouquet of 11 red roses, my dearest dear? Cause you are my treasured one, the one I love most in my life" Hmm–? Don't you think the girl will be more impressed with you?
Whatever the occasion, there is always a rose color or combination that will express your feelings. Isn't it more meaningful that you chose the color that conveys a specific message for that special someone? The recipient might not truly understand the meaning behind the roses sent but well, there's always the accompanying card? Along with the roses, your message will be delivered.
So why not send some roses to your loved ones today? It might not seem much of an effort on your side but think about it, wouldn't they be thrilled and surprised to receive a bouquet of roses say, in the middle of a boring day at work?
Source: Meaning of Roses
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