Building Business Ties with Flowers
Over six years, we’ve learned that effective corporate gifting isn’t about flawless bouquets—it’s about mastering the subtle craft of professional relationships and the timing that truly matters.
How We Cracked the Corporate Gifting Challenge
Back in 2019, clients kept voicing the same frustration: "Beautiful flowers, but they arrive after the meeting." That was the moment we understood we weren’t just arranging florals—we were shaping moments that could either strengthen or weaken business relationships.
The Timing Breakthrough We Fell Into
Our turning point came from a stressed client in 2023. Their key investor meeting was moved up by three hours, and they needed deliveries aligned. Instead of proclaiming it impossible, we created what we now call "flex-timing"—arrangements that look perfect whether they arrive at 9 AM or 2 PM.
"Now we design arrangements with multiple 'peak moments' throughout the day, so your flowers never look like they’re waiting around."
The Problem-Solving Process
We developed 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 that florists usually don’t: What’s happening in your business right now? What’s the mood you’re navigating?
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 are hard to maintain become awkward in a few days. We learned to design for actual office conditions—air conditioning, varying light, busy receptionists who might forget to water.
Our "office-hardy" selections dry gracefully instead of wilting, and arrangements look intentional even after a hectic week.
The Follow-Through Innovation
We found that the real impact happens after delivery. A client noted visitors 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 that help the recipient keep arrangements looking professional longer, plus seasonal refresh options for clients who want to maintain a polished impression year-round.
The Team Behind the Process
We’re not your traditional 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 mere decoration.
Kaveri Mehta
Lead Design Curator
Former hospitality manager who kept noticing 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 thriving partnerships often hinge on thoughtful gestures that many firms miss. Prithvi specializes in timing, cultural nuances, and the subtle craft of building business relationships through meaningful gifts.
