Neill's Blog

May 19th to May 23rd would have been the week of RHS Chelsea Flower Show along with fabulous floral displays adorning the streets of London particularly in Chelsea and Belgravia. Neill Strain has been creating extravaganza floral displays for Chelsea In Bloom and Belgravia In Bloom since he opened his West Halkin Street boutique in 2011 and, unexpectedly, this year is no exception. While the world is in lockdown and businesses are closed, Neill decided to brighten up Belgravia with a lavish display dedicated to the NHS.

In Autumn, nature gives us an extraordinary display of rich colours and textures and Neill has captured this beauty in his new Autumn Collection 2017, available for ordering online with same day deliveries throughout central and greater London. Neill tells us more about these stunning designs and the exquisite flowers they are composed of. 

Neill has introduced a weekly delivery service throughout London of fabulous fresh flowers and plants. In this blog post he explains how he is sourcing the most exquisite flowers and Orchids from his extraordinary growers to create a Florist’s Choice bouquet, a Peony bouquet and a Phalaenopsis Orchid planter which will vary weekly. Fragranced candles are also available nationwide via courier service. Clients will receive £10 off their first online order.

Following the opening of the Harrods concession in July, Neill describes his first fabulously creative project with Harrods' editorial team.  A series of floral crowns inspired by the mood and ingredients of Harrods new fragrances, all depicted in the August edition of Harrods magazine, including the cover.  

During these challenging times, staying calm, being positive and enjoying simple pleasures at home are of the utmost importance. With government guidelines forcing shops to close, you can no longer pick up a bunch of flowers at your local flower shop but Neill is proposing other ways of bringing the joy and beauty of flowers into your lives that will uplift the spirit and help keep you healthy during the quarantine.

On Friday, July 21st Neill Strain Floral Couture opened its new concession at Harrods.  After 9 years in Belgravia and months of anticipation, Neill tells us about his unique approach to luxury floral retail, the preparations and extra special blooms he has sourced to make this flower boutique among the most exceptional in the world. 

March is the month when we celebrate women. With International Women’s Day on March 8th and Mother’s Day in many countries around the world, Neill has created some fabulously feminine designs for the occasion. Stunning Roses adorned with exotic Orchids and an abundance of seasonal blooms in his signature, opulent style, all carefully wrapped in luxurious packaging make these designs exceptional gifts for women being honoured this month.

Following the success of the Neill Strain Floral Couture online Spring Collection, Neill is now introducing his Summer Collection of floral designs created with the most exquisite flowers of the season.  The range comprises a wide variety of inspirational designs including hand-tied bouquets, table arrangements and Petite Couture arrangements in Neill's elegant, luxurious style. 

Neill unveils a whole new Collection of romantic designs for Valentine’s Day 2020. Having created these extraordinary gifts with the most spectacular long-stemmed red Roses, and with the addition of his fragranced candles and delicious Macarons from Pierre Hermé, Neill explains how he sources his exquisite flowers and can guarantee they are the freshest and most beautiful in London.

Having been awarded the overall "Best Floral Display" for his "Wonderful Wizard of Oz" themed design for Belgravia In Bloom along with two "Highly Commended" awards and a Gold, Neill tells us about his fabulous week in Belgravia and Chelsea during the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.