Saturday, October 15, 2011

Symbols of Roses



 PinkGrace 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
white rose + pink rose





roses 


 LavenderLove 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.
red roses cluster

a blue rose


WhiteSpiritual love & Purity, the rose of confession, the bridal rose; "You are heavenly", "I am worthy of you"
a white rose
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"


romantic roses


  • Black Roses signify Death
  • Coral Rose conveys desire
  • Lavender Roses symbolize love at first sight and enhancement
  • Orange Roses indicate enthusiasm, desire and fascination
  • Pink (Deep) says Thank You
  • Pink (Light) Rose conveys admiration, gentleness, grace, gladness, joy and sweetness
  • Pink Rose carry the message of happiness, gracefulness and gentleness
  • Red Roses symbolize sincere Love, Respect, Courage & Passion
  • Red (Dark) Rose reveals unconscious beauty

OrangePassionate 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
  • Orange
    • Single Rose in any color expresses simplicity and gratitude
    • White Roses express Purity/heavenly, secrecy, silence, innocence and charm
    • White (Bridal) Rose symbolizes a happy love
    • Yellow Roses indicate joy, gladness, friendship and "I Care" 
      • Red (Single) means "I Love You"
      • Red & White Roses together signify unity
    a pink rose
     RedSincere Love & Respect, Courage & Passion
    a red rose
    Send red roses to convey the message of your passionate love for that someone; saying "I love you"
  • Yellow Rose with Red Tip indicates friendship falling in Love

Meaning of Red Roses

Symbol of red rose Red Rose: Sacrifice, Immortal love, Health, Memorial, Passion
red rose
 Red rose is the symbol of love and respect



Rose meaning and rose symbolism is known by almost everyone on some level - otherwise it wouldn’t be the most popularly sent flower on Valentine’s Day! This page honors the upcoming event, and explores the richness of rose meanings and its lush symbolism.


beautiful red rose


Some helpful keywords pertaining to symbolic rose meaning:
  • Love
  • Honor
  • Faith


red rose with bud



Would you believe that although red is color of choice for roses, the majority of meaning translations are actually negative? In Christendom, the red rose is seen as a symbol of the Jesus’ blood and the agony which he endured during the crucifixion. In Greek mythology, the red rose represents passionate desire. 




amazing red rose




This is derived from the myth which told of Aphrodite spilling blood onto a white rose when trying to help her wounded lover Adonis. In Persia it is believed that if the petals fall from red rose cut in an English garden it is a superstitious omen of bad luck. However, in modern culture, the red rose has become almost universally accepted as an expression of deepest love and respect.



peach red rose