Blooms & Balloons @ The Fort
Blooms & Balloons @ The Fort in Portsmouth is a creative, studio-based florist that transforms every occasion into a memorable visual experience. Specializing in wedding flowers, event florals, and balloon installations, our designs are fully bespoke, taking into account the ideas and desires of our clients.
With over 30 years of experience, our passion for floristry translates into floral creations that capture the essence and style of each event. We offer a wide variety of services, from designing flowers for intimate weddings to elaborate installations for corporate events, all crafted with a bespoke approach.
We offer personalized consultations to fully understand your ideas and budget. At Blooms & Balloons, we are dedicated to creating pieces that are as unique as you are, ensuring your occasion is unforgettable. Let us help you create something beautiful!
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Our comment from Flowerspedia about Blooms & Balloons @ The Fort:
Expert Floristry with Over 30 Years of Craftsmanship
Blooms & Balloons @ The Fort brings a true passion for floral design to every arrangement, backed by over three decades of experience. The team features highly trained florists, including Level 5 professionals, who combine technical skill with artistic flair to create stunning displays. This deep expertise ensures that every bouquet, centerpiece, or installation is not just a gift, but a piece of art tailored to the client's specific vision.
Bespoke Weddings and Memorial Services
Customers consistently praise the shop for its exceptional work on significant life events, particularly weddings and funerals. The florists are renowned for their ability to bring unique visions to life, incorporating personal items and family heirlooms to create deeply meaningful arrangements. Whether it is a rustic wildflower bouquet, a traditional bridal set, or a compassionate funeral spray, the team listens attentively and delivers results that exceed expectations. Clients highlight the compassionate and personalized approach, noting that the flowers perfectly complement the occasion and bring comfort during difficult times.
Immersive Workshops and Community Engagement
Beyond retail, Blooms & Balloons offers engaging workshops led by the knowledgeable and encouraging Karla. From making Christmas wreaths and table decorations to learning floral techniques, these sessions are described as fantastic, educational, and fun. The staff’s patience and extensive knowledge allow participants to create beautiful natural resources and gain new skills, fostering a strong sense of community and connection among locals.
Reliable Delivery and Wide Product Range
The florist provides versatile services including same-day and next-day delivery, making them a reliable choice for last-minute orders or remote gifting. In addition to fresh flowers, the shop offers a wide array of balloons, chocolates, and plants, all presented with high-quality care. Customers appreciate the vibrant colors, long-lasting blooms, and the option for natural, rustic packaging. The combination of excellent customer service, fair pricing, and creative excellence makes this a top recommendation for any floral need.
Blooms & Balloons @ The Fort: Reviews
Fantastic experience: Thank you for the kindest gesture today !
Fantastic experience: Karla is utterly amazing! She did the most amazing flowers for our beautiful Mum's funeral. No words can really describe what an utter genius she is, with Mother Nature's gifts! Karla came to visit me at home one evening after work & we did a video call with my sister. She took onboard all of the elements we wanted incorporated & interpreted them to perfection. Karla delivered the flowers to the undertakers (Coghlans, Fareham), kept us updated at all stages of the "process" and when we saw the photos of Mum's flowers, we were delighted. The colours, shape, textures and overall look were exactly what we had envisaged. They complimented Mum's wicker basket perfectly. When we saw the flowers in real life, they were even more perfect. Our Mum would have thoroughly approved; not only that, but Karla made matching bouquets for my Sister, my Niece and myself to enjoy in the coming weeks. Karla also made the flowers for my Auntie & Cousin to lay at Mum's resting place & an equally beautiful spray for my Grandparents. All of Mum's mourners remarked at how beautiful the flowers were. Thank you Karla for your exquisite artwork, compassionate approach and wonderful knowledge. We made the right choice in you!
Fantastic experience: Amazing knowledge, warm and welcoming. I would 100 % recommend anyone to use Blooms and Balloons .
Fantastic experience: For the past 4 years, I've ordered my flowers from here. Mothers day, birthdays and other celebrations. They are always well presented, and the 'vibrant' flower options are always so beautiful.
Fantastic experience: Excellent service, the flowers were beautiful. Very happy!
Fantastic experience: My Mum loves the Xmas centerpiece that you delivered on time yesterday,5star service,i will definately order again.
Fantastic experience: I had a very enjoyable and productive evening learning to make a Christmas table decoration. What a great time we all had, thanks x
Fantastic experience: Absolutely brilliant evening making a Christmas table centre piece. Leant so much. Thank you, Karla, for sharing your extensive knowledge, look forward to doing this again
Fantastic experience: Wreath making with you this evening was fabulous. Thanks for being a brilliant teacher. Great outcomes and a proper laugh.
Fantastic experience: Just had the best afternoon making a Christmas wreath with Karla. Learnt lots about the foliage used and loads of techniques. Karla is very encouraging and very patient. Looking forward to seeing what other workshops will be on offer in the new year.
Fantastic experience: Blooms and Ballons is a fantastic local business in Copnor, they truly care for their community. The customer service is always spot on with a lovely range of flowers and balloons for any occasion. Would recommend this business to everyone.
Fantastic experience: Absolutely wonderful wreath making workshop with the fantastically talented and funny Karla. This is definitely harder than it looks, but Karla is always on hand to help, guide and encourage Well worth the money what with the Karla’s knowledge and the beautiful natural resources. A lovely way to get into the Christmas spirit. recommend this. Thank you lovely Karla.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic Halloween workshop at Blooms and Balloons, thoroughly enjoyed it
Fantastic experience: Karla bursts at the seams with knowledge and genuine love for her art. Far more than a florist, Karla will create bespoke, breaking installations with all manner of material and props entwined with stunning floral designs. Blooms and Balloons are a dream to work with, helpful and knowledgeable but above all they provide a unique and bespoke experience and service for each of their clients including us!
Fantastic experience: Karla and her team did an absolutely amazing job at our wedding. They really went out of their way to deliver far beyond our expectations, helped guide us through the decision making when needed, and listened to what we wanted, and the results were exceptional. We had quite a few unusual ideas, and wanted to incorporate several items from both families, which could have been a logistics nightmare, but Karla went out of her way to be available and flexible so we could make it all come together on the day. And as a bonus, most of the flowers were locally sourced! The whole day ran smoothly, looked beautiful, and was just plain magical. We cannot thank them enough!
Fantastic experience: Absolutely brilliant, my mum was over the moon to receive 2 lovely bouquets of flowers, ordered today for delivery today really quick and wonderful
Fantastic experience: Thank you so much for the gorgeous flowers you did for my Aunties. ❤️ more importantly the care you showed to my Aunties helping them, chatting, helping them carry in the house and putting them safely means so much more than having an online delivery and delivered in a big box that as an elderly person they find so hard to manage. Amazing customer care thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️ And really anyone thinking of ordering flowers especially for an elderly person think online cheap deals are good, please think again about using Karla and her great team instead so much more personal and caring xxx
Fantastic experience: We got married in December last year and used Blooms and Balloons. Karla and her team were awesome, listened to what we wanted, made amazing suggestions and really went all out to make things perfect. My bouquet matched the Christmas theme and my dress perfectly, the flower girls had flowery baubles to carry and the button holes were beautiful. Any changes I wanted were made without fuss and Karla was always on hand if we had any questions. The table decorations were simply beautiful and unique as were all of the thank you bouquets. We can’t thank her enough, she made it all so simple and stress free on the day. Highly recommended xx
Fantastic experience: Karla and the team were my florist for my wedding on the 22nd June 2023. I had images galore on my phone and in my head which Karla helped bring to life! My first meeting with Karla made me feel so relaxed and listened too and she would give her ideas of what would look amazing with my theme/dress/bridesmaids/groom! I was blown away with my flowers, my centre pieces, all the bits inbetween and my beautiful flower crown! My vision, photos and our conversations came to life and Blooms & Balloons made it happen. I cannot recommend this florist enough to anyone that will listen and I will be using this florist for all my flower needs in the future! Thank you Karla and the team you beautiful, creative, talented people!
Fantastic experience: I ordered through the website from Australia. So easy. Same day delivery service. Regular updates. Such a beautiful bunch of flowers. Made a very special Lady's day.
Fantastic experience: This place delivered the good for Valentines! My partner was so happy with her flowers, delivered in time and by a very friendly delivery man. Your flower arranging is amazing and worth every penny to see her smiling, thankyou
Fantastic experience: Fantastic. Karla made up a fantastic spray of flowers for my dad’s funeral. She put some extra special items in to make it personal to my dad. Everyone who came to the funeral thought they were wonderful. Thank you so much for your imagination and attention to detail.
Fantastic experience: What can I say other than simply incredible from start to finish! Not only does Karla make you feel immediately comfortable as soon as you walk in the door but right up to the minute she leaves you on your wedding day. Her imagination is faultless and captured exactly what I was looking for without me even realising it. All my flowers and table arrangements were perfect! Thankyou for making my day so perfect ❤️
Fantastic experience: Karla and her team are absolutely genius at working with incredible blooms to create stunning displays that make the recipient feel very special. The service is personal so has a good old fashioned comforting feel although the ethos is very modern resulting in a perfect match. We all expect a lot from a flower display and to exceed that is wonderful!
Fantastic experience: The flower fairy made our wedding bouquets. She was wonderful and quirky and everyone commented on how amazing (and fairly priced) our bouquets were. An incredible service and made to feel not only a special bride but also like a friend from the start!!
Fantastic experience: What an amazing evening spent with Carly making a Christmas wreath. Although she made everything look so easy her expertise was on hand to help. Was so pleased with the finished result. A wonderful Evening with great company
Fantastic experience: Excellent service delivered same day recipient delighted said they where lovely. Would definitely recommend.
Fantastic experience: Excellent service , quick turnaround and beautiful flowers , thank you. Would highly recommend And use again!
Fantastic experience: We worked with Karla at Blooms and Balloons for our wedding day flowers and we were so happy with the result! Karla took the time to sit down with us to discuss the style of our wedding, what we were after and to offer her expert opinion. She came up with a great package to fit our budget and we were blown away on the day. Beautiful bouquets and centrepieces which perfectly fit our reception. Really highly recommended! Mr and Mrs Mitchell, June 2022.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic Florist. Great customer care. Amazing value for money. Nice people.
Fantastic experience: Ordered online from Scotland to deliver to a family member in the area, everything went smoothly with the next day delivery and she absolutely loved the flowers. Also has some good options for people with a bit less disposal income which is always very appreciated!
Fantastic experience: Very professional and friendly service
Thank you Robert for your kind review and taking the time to do so.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic experience ordering Valentine's Day flowers. Good price, fast delivery with exceptional presentation and gorgeous flowers. Will definitely use again!
Fantastic experience: Great service and communication for arranging birthday flowers at late notice .. first class service
Fantastic experience: Beautiful, unique displays of flowers. I have ordered flower displays and plants. Absolutely love my Aoenium. I bought a friend one for her birthday. Loved it so much, I had to buy myself one. You will not be disappointed with the talent and pride that goes into all of the displays of flowers and balloons.
Fantastic experience: I love the store and the ladies who helped me out. I bought 21 roses and they also have balloons and other presents
Fantastic experience: Very friendly, helpful service when choosing a balloon display for a party. They kindly offered colour suggestions & style ideas. Placed an order for my big day, super excited to see display.
Fantastic experience: I used Blooms and Balloons for my wedding flowers (bouquets and decoration) and it was lovely to receive so many compliments on the flowers. Clearly a lot of time went into putting the arrangements together. It really helped make my special day more perfect!
Fantastic experience: I couldn't have been more pleased, not just with the beautiful and unique flower display I ordered for a Birthday present but the personal and professional service I received from Karla. Your expertise, creativeness and attention to detail takes floristry to a whole new level and I couldn't be more grateful. If you're currently searching through Google reviews looking to send flowers but unsure where to go or who to use, take my advice. I would absolutely recommend Blooms & Balloons for any occasion. Thanks again!
Negative experience: The bouquet was sent for the anniversary of my husband's death. The delivery woman said "have a nice day", which was totally inappropriate. Most of the bouquet was greenery which looked as though it was picked from evergreen bushes and it looked nothing like the bouquets on the website. Despite following the instructions, it didn't last more than a few days.
Fantastic experience: A stunning and imaginative bouquet for my wife from my children so bright and colourful
Fantastic experience: I ordered a chocolate and balloon bouquet for my sons 21st. Carla was very helpful and they put together an amazing surprise for my son. We were both thrilled. Thank you for making his day extra special during such difficult times.
Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing service and really friendly staff. The only place I use for flowers in the city.
Fantastic experience: Beautiful bouquet of flowers and the click and collect service is super easy to use. Totally recommend to everyone in the area!
Fantastic experience: Whenever I want to send flowers they always arrange the style I asked for I like natural wild flowers In natural brown paper and string so it looks rustic They always look beautiful Highly recommend
Fantastic experience: Ordered some flowers and balloons for delivery yesterday. Order arrived next day. Very pleased. I order a small bouquet and they were stunning. Will surely be back.
Fantastic experience: Excellent service from a very knowledgeable staff
Thank you so much for your kind words and time to review.
Fantastic experience: Lovely items. Great service.
Thank you for your review
Positive experience: Nice flowers and enough room to move with pushchair.
Thank you for your review, Michaela. We try to ensure that the shop is always accessible to all!
Fantastic experience: The very best florist in the whole of Portsmouth, mind out for the owner though, Karla, she's as nutty as a fruitcake, Love her to bits. The VERY best florist you'll ever find.
Fantastic experience: Love this place. It's like walking in to a magical world with so much more than you would expect. The displays are so enchanting. Karla, is very attentive and friendly...oh and they do balloons too!!
Fantastic experience: Great! Ladie is fill of helpful info even when not purchasing.
Fantastic experience: Excellent service
Thank you very much
Fantastic experience: Carla is undoubtedly the best
Fantastic experience: Very helpful
Fantastic experience: Friendly, helpful staff. Beautiful bouquets
Fantastic experience: Fast friendly service and good prices
Fantastic experience: Great service from Karla and her team. We can’t thank you enough for everything you did with our wedding flowers x
Positive experience: Very expensive.
Fantastic experience: Excellent, friendly service and a great range of balloons and flowers.
Positive experience: Nice flower arrangements and balloons for all occasions
Positive experience: Short notice and lovely bouquet
Fantastic experience: A big Thank You for the flowers and balloons you delivered to The Still & West on Saturday 22 July. 80th birthday celebration, and thanks to you the table looked fantastic. The huge 8and 0 balloons made a talking point in the restaurant when we all arrived for the celebration meal. The flowers in the form of RAF Roundels were just what we hoped for, Thank you.
Fantastic experience: Very helpful staff
Positive experience: Great items and price, very friendly x
Fantastic experience: Great experience! I called for availability of red roses and the beautiful bouquet was ready 15 mins later when I arrived.
Fantastic experience: Ordered balloons to be delivered for new born twins at QAH just after Christmas. Extremely pleased with efficiency of service and lovely presentation. Thank you to the team.
Fantastic experience: Great to deal with, arrived on time as promised will definitely use again
Fantastic experience: Very friendly staff and great help. Would use again
Fantastic experience: I bought a balloon from them and it lasted ages! Great customer service. I highly recommend them.
Fantastic experience: Lovely shop and nice, friendly service. I bought a large foil balloon from here for my cousin's second birthday and she loved it. It lasted for a long time, unlike other balloons she'd been bought before. Highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: Lovely little shop with beautiful blooms at amazing prices. Everything I have bought from Blooms and Balloons have been for gifts, and the recipients have loved them all! Especially the cute posey in the teacup! Thanks B&B, see you soon.
Fantastic experience: Lovely people, lovely flowers
Fantastic experience: Bought some balloons for a halloween party and they looked great! Lasted for ages afterwards as well. Great customer service, would definitely recommend.
Fantastic experience: Bought some beautiful flowers from Blooms & Balloons and they lasted ages! Great customer service and I would definitely use again!
Fantastic experience: Brilliant service around plus lovely customer service. Will definitely use again.
Fantastic experience: recently had a large event and needed 300 balloons at short notice due to being let down by someone else, the guys here went out of they way to help us, i highly recommend them, thanks again guys!
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