They don't speak, but they can say so much - beautiful roses. Are you wondering which color & number of roses to choose? Or are you wondering how many roses should be in your Valentine's Day bouquet to symbolize exactly what you want to express? There are colors to watch out for! Here is the symbolism of colors and numbers of roses in a bouquet.
See also: Create a custom rose bouquet
The symbolism of red roses is rather obvious.
Red roses symbolize strong love and passion. Are you confident in your love and do you believe in a future together? Choose red roses to emphasize your strong feelings.
Who should I give red roses to? Red roses are a timeless choice for Valentine's Day, anniversary, and no occasion at all. Give it especially to the person you are in love with.
Below you will also read what is the symbolism of the exact number of red roses in a bouquet.
They represent peace, purity, innocence and elegance. Often chosen for a wedding, however, the potential of this color of roses is much greater. Give them, for example, to a woman whom you want to show the purity of your intentions.
Do you find it difficult to show your feelings or even put them into words? Let the white roses speak for you.
Was it love at first sight?
Then lavender roses are exactly what you should give him/her on Valentine's Day. They symbolize enchantment and love at first sight. A unique gift for the first morning with the person you care about.
Orange roses represent enthusiasm, joy, fascination, desire and passion. Did you receive orange roses? Perhaps the sender of the bouquet wants to say that he is ready for the next stage in the relationship.
In some contexts, the tea rose can also represent a new beginning, renewal of strength and freshness.
In a business setting, tea roses can be used to show gratitude.
Would you like to give someone roses, but you don't want the surprise to be associated with any color symbolism? A safe choice will always be multicoloured bouquets of roses:
Does the number of roses in a bouquet matter? Yes, it has been assumed that not only the color, but also the number of roses in the bouquet is associated with a certain symbolism, at least in Poland.
While 3 red roses will say "I love you", 21 roses will emphasize your devotion. 7 roses will assure her of your infatuation, and by choosing 12 roses, you signal your desire for a relationship. 15 roses are a beautiful way to ask for forgiveness, and the famous 108 red roses ... for a hand!
But be careful when sending 66 roses - if it's not a 66th anniversary or birthday bouquet, it could mean romance.
Before you send red roses to your loved one in Poland, check their meaning:
1 rose - means "Love at first sight" [SEND 1 ROSE]
2 roses - mean that the feeling is reciprocated
3 roses - declare a loud "I love you" [SEND 3 ROSES]
5 roses - mean "I'll do anything for you!" [SEND 5 ROSES]
6 roses - declare "I want to be yours"
7 roses - confess "I'm infatuated with you" [SEND 7 ROSES]
9 roses - declare "Let's be together forever"
10 roses - means delight "You are my ideal" / "You are wonderful, perfect" [SEND 10 ROSES]
11 roses - is an assurance "You are my treasure"
12 roses - is a request "I want you to be mine"
13 roses - means friendship or secret admiration. It can mean that you have a Secret Admirer or that someone cares about your friendship.
15 roses - is a request for forgiveness. 15 roses means "I'm sorry"
20 roses - is a promise " My feelings for you are sincere" [SEND 20 ROSES]
21 roses - emphasizes devotion to the recipient
24 roses - means "I think about you all the time"
25 roses - is an expression of congratulations
33 roses - are a symbol of deep, true love
40 roses - is an assurance of sincere love
44 roses - show attachment, strong bond
50 roses - will say for you "I love you infinitely!" [SEND 50 ROSES]
56 roses - you give "in proof of love"
66 roses - means romance
99 roses - it is an assurance of love for the rest of your life. "I will never leave you"
100 roses - means "A good relationship for 100 years"
101 roses - confesses "You are the love of my life"
108 roses - is a popular way to symbolize the proposal. "Will you marry me" [ORDER]
111 roses - means just like 99 roses - "Love Forever"
Do rose colors and numbers mean the same in your country as in Poland?
Now you know what color and quantity of roses to use to convey exactly what you wish to express.
Remember, however, that not everyone knows or pays attention to the symbolism of roses. What's even more important is the actual love message in the attached card. For examples of love messages in Polish & English, please visit: Best Valentine's Day wishes & love quotes in Polish
Roses may also have a different meaning in other cultures, which is worth bearing in mind when sending roses to a different country.
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