Shanghai's Top Artisanal Flower Shops
Valentine’s Day is almost here, which means it’s time for flowers and chocolates! We’ve rounded up some of the best florists in town to get a bouquet for that special someone!
ABSOLUTE
Address: 816 Julu Lu
Tel: 021 64660990
Wechat ID: Absolute-Flower
Hotline: 181 0187 2020
Known for its intricate, tasteful and creative designs, Absolute constantly pursues perfecting their bouquets for each of their customers. Treat your significant other to a trendy bouquet of blooms this Valentine.
THE BEAST
Address: 1/F, Lane Crawford, 99 Huaihai Zhong Lu
Tel: 186 16098753/185 16337996
Wechat ID: 186 1609 8753
Free delivery in inner ring up to RMB 800
Starting out as a Weibo shop before eventually opening a physical one in town, The Beast has developed a strong fan base over its years of operation, which even includes some celebrities. With each flower carrying a tale of its own, let the flowers do the talking and express your own fairytale in one of their custom-made bouquets.
ROSEONLY
Address: 1/F, The Langham Shanghai Xintiandi, 99 Madang Lu
Tel: 021 2330 2422
Importing their roses from three of the best rose-exporting countries in the world – Ecuador, Caucasus and Syria, Roseonly produces some of the finest rose bouquets in town. Believing in the saying “one bouquet, in one lifetime, for one person only”, be sure to double check your receiver information as it cannot be changed after purchase.
THE GRACES FLORAL
Diana Jim, one of Asia’s best floral entrepreneurs and the store’s owner, injects charm, elegance and beauty into each bouquet, creating a one-of-a-kind gift for any special occasion that is bound to impress.
Address:
L181, Kerry Parkside, 1378 Huamu Lu / SB1 – 31K,
Jingan Kerry Centre, 1218 Yanan Zhong Lu
Tel: 138 0195 5944
QUAN YI FLORIST
Address: B101, Red Town, 570 Huaihai Xi Lu
Tel: 158 2133 2202
European-styled florist, Quan Yi Florist, derives its name from the boss’ daughter and symbolizes a mother’s love and looking at the beautiful aspects of being truly in love. Through its bouquet, Quan Yi intends to delight and pleasantly surprise every receiver.
Choose and customize your bouquet at their physical store or place an order online for the special person in your life. Great for last-minute orders, bouquets are delivered within 2 hours of order.
PHLOWER STUDIO
Address: No. 275, 9 Anfu Lu
Hours: Wednesday – Sunday, 11:00 – 19:00
Tel: 156 0177 6702
Not only do they sell flowers, Phlower Studio serves cheesecakes, carrot cakes, cloud truffles, snowy cheese, matcha chestnut roles and more, alongside their fresh blooms. Each dessert freshly made and limited in availability, it makes for a great afternoon tea date spot.
NATURALFLEUR
Address: 528 Fuxing Zhong Lu / No. 44, 1 Xinle Lu
Hours: 9:30am to 10pm / 9am – 9pm
Tel: 021 5382 8179
Having 2 branches in town, each Naturalfleur outlet evokes a different style and ambience. The Fuxing branch one is more old Shanghai and lends its style from its location at Sinan Mansions and the maple leaves décor in-store.
Unlike a traditional florist, its Sinan shop has more of a natural and suburban vibe, with each item clearly priced to facilitate customer’s purchasing decision. A friendly boss, she occasionally throws in a free gift for those who are in her good graces or a regular.
MONCEAU
Address: 205-2 Wulumuqi Nan Lu
Hours: 10am to 11pm
Tel: 021 6404 2766
A French floral concept store, the store sells flowers, floral art and lessons outside and food on the inside. French floral themed, the restaurant has a brunch and afternoon tea menu, fit for anytime of the day.
Centralizing the store based on flowers, the French lifestyle and environment, you can be sure that your favorite French coffee will come with a flower and that the store is well-filled with them.
PRIMA
Address: No. 8, 1 Taiyuan Lu
Tel:188 7936 6931
A florist along Taiyuan Road, nature and passion are two things that best describe this store. Showcasing his love for his art and nature, the owner incorporates various natural elements like ivy, wild blooms and small bouquets to decorate his shop.
FOREST ROSE
Address: 1F-72, Metro Town, 890 Changning Lu
Tel: 180 1771 8972
French florist, Forest Rose, celebrate their love for our favorite Valentine’s flower: roses. Having an entire rose wall and rack in-store, and using different types of roses to decorate their ceiling, you are literally entering a world of roses upon stepping in. Housing a café as well, have a mini coffee date with rose snacks whilst picking up a bouquet for the special one.
A DAY IN BLOSSOM
Address: 3 Hunan Lu
Tel: 021 6431 0822
A Day in Blossom uses decorative pieces like vases with pink and purple furry balls, and medicinal cases with flowers to create the old Shanghai vibe in-store. For the artsy fartsy, the owner offers customization services to create your own artistic bouquet.
ESSENCE CASA
Address: 812 Julu Lu
Tel: 021 3253 2962
Beginning as a retro home ware store, Essence Casa began selling female fashion and flower art. Specializing in dried flowers and using only naturally dried flowers, a bouquet of it represents eternal love. Coupled with one of their fashion pieces, it makes a great gift for a lady or super effeminate guy.
AU NOM DE LA ROSE
Address: 122 Jianguo Xi Lu
Tel: 021 6437 2784
Famous for their roses, get everything rose here from blooms to dried flowers, jam, candles, perfumes, essential oils and more. Hailing from Paris, it is the world’s only rose-only florist. For those with rose-loving loved ones, there is no better choice than this.
DL ARCHITECTURE
Address: G36, Gate 1, 33 Wan Hang Du Hou Lu / 1/F, Careefour (Jinqiao Branch), 555 Biyun Lu / B1/F, Huafu Tiandi, 222 Madang Lu
Tel: 186 0217 4862/ 021 3382 0891/ 021 6333 8320
From France, the store pays homage to its roots through its romantic French design and décor. Offering an assortment of fresh flowers, bouquets and baskets, customizations are available to suit your preferences and style.
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