Ever since I moved out of state, I’ve made a habit of sending my mom flowers on Valentine’s Day. Say what you want about Valentine’s Day flowers being passé, but there’s something undeniably special about finding a beautiful bouquet on your doorstep. The thorn of it all is that the vases they come in aren’t always the cutest, and, even worse, the flowers wilt after only a couple of days. Sure, it’s the thought that counts, but flower deliveries aren’t cheap — and frankly, my mom deserves better. That’s why I’m trying something new this year and gifting her this preserved bouquet from Lasting Brilliance.
Not only is the arrangement gorgeous, but the brand also claims it’ll last up to three years without any maintenance. Needless to say, my interest was piqued, so I received a bouquet for myself to investigate further. Read on for my thoughts!
What Is the Lasting Brilliance Opal Signature Bouquet?
While Lasting Brilliance is known for its famous Forever Roses, the Opal Signature Bouquet needs to be on your radar. It includes a stunning mix of preserved hydrangeas, pink roses, and plumosus fern, along with dried flowers and grasses — all in cream and blush tones. Like the Forever Roses, the Opal Bouquet can last up to three years, with no water or sunlight required. In fact, the brand recommends keeping them away from the sun, as prolonged exposure may fade the color over time.
Another thing that makes the Opal bouquet special is the elegant vase. Your giftee won’t be tempted to re-home the flowers upon receipt, because the opulent fluted vase has a gilded finish that practically makes it a piece of decor.
Why I Love the Lasting Brilliance Opal Signature Bouquet
As someone who has gifted and received flower deliveries over the years, I was impressed by how well the Lasting Brilliance bouquet was packaged. You obviously don’t have to worry about any water spillage in a preserved arrangement like this, which is a huge pro. The vase was also securely packaged between styrofoam blocks to keep it from tumbling around. There were a few fallen petals, which is par for the course with any mail-order bouquet, but there were far less than others I’ve ordered. And because the flowers are so carefully preserved, they weren’t already half-dead upon receipt — which I can’t say about other services I’ve tried.
The Opal bouquet’s gold-finished vase is a stylish upgrade from the overly commercial, bare-bones vases I’m used to seeing. Its metallic finish and fluted shape bring a bit of vintage glamour and elegance to my tabletop. The vase complements the arrangement’s soft blush and cream tones just perfectly, without calling too much attention, which is perfect if you’re giving the bouquet to someone as a gift (as I plan to do).
I obviously can’t speak to the brand’s three-year lifespan promise, but what I can tell you is that the flowers look as beautiful now as they did the day I got them. Plus, the bouquet’s light color palette makes me feel even better about having them in my home and giving them as a gift — because I won’t have to worry about the color fading with time! The arrangement looks soft and sophisticated, and is the perfect way to make someone feel special this Valentine’s Day while also bringing a touch of vintage charm to their decor.