Arabesque Florists
Arabesque Florists is a welcoming, independent florist located in Barming, Maidstone, renowned for crafting modern, bespoke floral designs with a personal touch. We specialize in beautiful hand-tied bouquets and thoughtfully designed floral arrangements using fresh, high-quality flowers, carefully selected for each order.
Whether you are celebrating a birthday, sending sympathy flowers, planning a wedding, or simply surprising someone special, we dedicate the time to create flowers that feel meaningful and unique. Our services include custom bouquets, pot plants, wedding and christening flowers, and seasonal arrangements.
We also offer reliable same-day flower delivery in Maidstone and the surrounding areas, making it easy to order flowers when it matters most. With over 20 years of experience, Arabesque Florists has become the perfect choice for those looking to express their sentiments through flowers, ensuring every occasion is special and memorable.
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 9h-17h
- tuesday: 9h-17h
- wednesday: 9h-17h
- thursday: 9h-17h
- friday: 9h-17h
- saturday: 10h-14h
Our comment from Flowerspedia about Arabesque Florists:
Expertise in Bespoke Floral Design
With over three decades of experience, Arabesque Florists has established itself as a premier destination in Maidstone for elegant and personalized arrangements. The team specializes in creating bespoke bouquets that cater to a wide array of needs, from joyful celebrations like weddings and birthdays to solemn occasions such as funerals. Their expertise allows them to bring specific visions to life, whether it is mimicking a wedding's original palette or designing unique pieces like target-colored wreaths for an archery club.
Exceptional Customer Care and Communication
What truly sets this florist apart is the deeply personal and attentive service provided by Rachel, Matt, and their team. Customers consistently praise the friendly and supportive nature of the staff, who go above and beyond to guide clients through their choices. This is particularly valued during sensitive times, such as arranging funeral flowers, where the team offers compassionate advice and maintains clear communication via phone and WhatsApp to ensure every detail meets the client's expectations.
Quality, Freshness, and Long-Lasting Blooms
Reviews highlight the superior quality and freshness of the flowers, with many noting that their arrangements remain vibrant and beautiful for weeks. The florist takes care in presentation, often including keepsake additions like bees, butterflies, or love hearts, and ensuring proper hydration for delivery. Whether it is a simple bunch of sunflowers or a complex wedding display, the blooms are consistently described as stunning and long-lasting.
- Wide Occasion Range: Specializing in wedding bouquets, sympathy flowers, christening arrangements, and corporate gifts.
- Reliable Delivery: Offering same-day delivery in Maidstone and Kent, with prompt service even for last-minute orders.
- Value for Money: Recognized for providing high-quality, fresh flowers at reasonable prices, often exceeding expectations for the cost.
Arabesque Florists: Reviews
Fantastic experience: Fantastic friendly helpful service Highly recommend
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are so pleased you were happy with the service. Thank you for your recommendation- it’s really appreciated!
Fantastic experience: We have used Arabesque for years - weddings, anniversaries and funerals, and they have never let us down, even with some specific requests! Yesterday Mum's coffin looked beautiful with a swag in her favourite colours, and a matching top arrangement from the immediate family. Arabesque are a pleasure to deal with, everything went smoothly, and once again, a perfect result.
Thank you so much for your lovely review and continued support over the years. It means so much to be trusted for such important occasions. It was an honour to create the flowers for your mum, and we are so pleased everything was just as you hoped. Thank you again for your kind words.
Fantastic experience: We used Arabesque for a number of different floral arrangements and bouquets for my mother-in-law’s funeral and would absolutely recommend them to anyone. Rachel and Matt are an absolute pleasure to speak with and kept in regular communication to ensure everything was exactly as required. It was so reassuring and really took the stress out of the whole process, and the flowers looked incredible. Thank you so much!
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was an honour to create the flowers for your mother-in-laws funeral. We are so pleased we could make the process a little easier during such a difficult time. Thank you for trusting us and for your recommendation. ❤️
Fantastic experience: Rachel created an amazing bouquet very last minute for a birthday. Rachel was so helpful in the shop and created a bespoke bouquet exactly how I wanted with just a moments notice. The arrangement was stunning and presented beautifully! Would recommend to anyone needing any flowers to come here. Thank you again.
Fantastic experience: Went in looking for a wreath for a funeral of a close friend. Supportive helpful friendly with ideas for it. The wreath was perfect and couldn’t recommend highly enough.
Thank you, David, for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. It was an honour for us to help create a fitting tribute for your friend, and we’re glad we could offer support and guidance when choosing the wreath. Knowing it was perfect for the occasion means so much to us. Thank you for your recommendation and for trusting Arabesque during such an important moment.
Fantastic experience: I ordered flowers for my mum on Mother’s Day morning from Dubai (she’s in Maidstone) and honestly the service was amazing. I placed the order around 7am uk time and the florist messaged me on WhatsApp straight away to let me know the bouquet I chose wasn’t available. Rachel helped me quickly pick a lovely alternative and was so responsive and helpful the whole time. Considering it was Mother’s Day, I really wasn’t expecting same-day delivery, but the flowers were delivered by lunch time. It meant so much being able to organise something special from abroad so easily. Such kind, personal service and the flowers were beautiful. I’d absolutely recommend them.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic service! Great customer service, flowers look amazing and my mum was very pleased thank you so much again xxx
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Nicole! I’m so pleased to hear your mum loved her Mother’s Day flowers. It was a pleasure creating them for you. Thank you for choosing Arabesque and for taking the time to share your kind feedback - it really means a lot to my small business
Fantastic experience: So helpful and understanding, will definitely recommend to anyone and will use again!
Fantastic experience: Fabulous to deal with and the flowers are always gorgeous. I order from Ireland and never have had any hassle. Rachel and the team very customer focused and professional. Thanks Guys from an always satisfied customer Rhoda, Dublin
Fantastic experience: Absolutely unbelievable flowers and service. Rachel kept in contact the whole time and made a great effort to keep me updated on delivery. 5*
Thank you so much for your lovely review Elle
Fantastic experience: Ordered a bouquet as a graduation gift. The service was superb, and the flowers were amazing and long lasting. Thanks all for a great experience, I would definitely recommend your services - the dry cleaners next door is great as well
Fantastic experience: The most beautiful flower bouquets, I would highly recommend. I’ve had summer and Christmas flowers from this wonderful florist Arabesque. A friendly lovely lady that is so helpful too. Thank you for the beautiful flowers, I look forward to future orders.
Fantastic experience: Very friendly, my friend Rachel does a lovely bunch of flowers all sorts and in baskets , my mum loves them and many others I know, actually spent time in shop with Rachel, works very hard and very professional the way she does the flowers, so please visit will not be disappointed, thanks shaky
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Fantastic experience: I ordered a real Christmas wreath from Rachel, it was really beautiful. I was so happy with it and will definitely be ordering all flowers from here in the future. Great service. Would highly recommend
Fantastic experience: Bought from here a few times, beautiful flowers that seem to last ages and smell amazing! Rachel is always really friendly and it’s very reasonably priced. Highly recommend
Fantastic experience: I moved from London to Maidstone and discovered this absolute gem of a florists that I have now used on several occasions. Beautiful fresh arrangements without fail, get well soon, birthdays, Valentines, my go to florists every time! Run by a lovely couple who take the time to discuss your requirements and I love the little additions to their bouquets, eg bees, butterflies, love hearts that can be kept as keepsakes. Reasonably priced, long lasting blooms, I’m so impressed. Well done!
Fantastic experience: Arabesque never let me down, always friendly personal service, always exceed expectations and always deliver beautiful flowers that receive compliments from those I give them to and people that see them. Thanks Rachel!
Fantastic experience: Ordered 2 bouquets for my Toastmasters AGM. Rachel produced 2 truly fantastic bouquets which were adored by the recipients. Thank you Rachel , your are truly a talented florist.
Fantastic experience: So pleased i stopped at this shop. Rachel was so helpful and made a beautiful mixed bouquet for me while I waited and 2 weeks on they are still going strong. Highly recommended
Fantastic experience: Outstanding in terms of freshly cut flowers and service! I’m in the UK caring for my elderly father and my husband forgot Valentine’s Day!! He phoned around half of Maidstone florists on Valentine’s Day for a same day delivery and Arabesque Flowers came up trumps. Hand written card and specially arranged bouquet as they’d run out if their Valentines Day bouquets. THANK YOU ARABESQUE You saved the day…. And our marriage
Fantastic experience: We were incredibly happy with the service from Arabesque!. We were helped and guided with design ideas for a collection of displays and handmade sheafs and couldn't be happier with how they turned out and were hand delivered to our venue. Thank you again. Definitely recommend 5*
Fantastic experience: I ordered the Classic Harmony bouquet from Arabesque for my mum as a gift on my wedding day. When I picked up the flowers, they were absolutely beautiful. Exactly as shown in the image. The only difference was the colour of the roses. They didn't have white, just a lovely pale pink. They were very apologetic but I told them not to worry because it was still just as beautiful and actually most important flowers in the arrangement were in fact the lilies and the pussy willows. I wish I used this store for my bridal and bridesmaid bouquets as well, as the one I did use for those ended up being very disappointing, with the flowers still shut for my bridesmaid and mine missing the very lilies I asked for. Therefore I was so happy to see that Arabesque met my expectations superbly for my mum's flowers and for a very reasonable price. I shall be using them again in future for coming major events. Thank you!
Fantastic experience: My colleagues surprised me with a beautiful bouquet from this florist. The flowers are beautiful and the gentleman delivering them was super polite. I can't comment on the purchase process, but receiving these flowers made my day. Beautiful!
Fantastic experience: Ordered weeks in advance for my mums birthday, arrived on the day by a lovely lady, looking amazing and full of love. Thanks again :)
Thank you so much for your kind review
We’re so glad everything arrived on the day and that your mum loved her birthday flowers. It means a lot to hear they were full of love — thank you for choosing us
Fantastic experience: Beautiful flowers and fantastic customer service! Thank you!
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Fantastic experience: I gave these guys 10 mins for a lovely flowers for my girlfriend. The husband and wife team were so lovely and produced the most amazing bouquet. This place is tiny, but it’s the place to go for amazing product. Thanks!!
Fantastic experience: Had some beautiful flowers delivered to loose last week. They were the best ive ever seen, lovely fresh and bright flowers delivered 1st class and all at such short notice. It cheered my mum up so much. We cannot Thankyou enough.
Thank you so much for your beautiful review, Leigh
We’re so pleased the flowers brought some brightness and cheered your mum up — that truly means the world to us. Thank you for trusting us, especially at short notice.
Fantastic experience: Amazing customer service. They were so helpful and flowers are always just perfect. Cant recommend them enough
Fantastic experience: Perfect experience would recommend !!
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Fantastic experience: Amazing bouquet and service , thank you so much Highly recommended
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Fantastic experience: I ordered a basket arrangement for my sister who has not been well. Matt rang to say they were waiting on basket delivery so suggested an ‘Aqua arrangement.’ My sister was delighted: received not just ‘a bunch of flowers’ but an exquisite arrangement. Thank you.
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Fantastic experience: Always a 5 star service, Rachel and partner always polite and friendly and go above and beyond to deliver a great service even at last minute. I have always been delighted with my purchases and would reccommend.to all. Thank you to you both x
Fantastic experience: Thank you Rachel for the most beautiful wedding bouquet it was simply gorgeous and my daughters too! I will be highly recommending you to friends and family, George xx
Fantastic experience: Always receive beautiful flowers from Arabesque. The colours and variety of blooms are lovely.
Fantastic experience: Great service, I received photos of flowers before & after delivery. The service on WhatsApp was very efficient & it meant I could send photos and of my desired bouquet. Flowers did not disappoint! I ordered from Newcastle for my friend who lives local! 100% recommend!
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Fantastic experience: Fantastic wedding bouquet & buttom hole spray supplied at short notice with a very personal touch - Rachel listened to our brief & then surpassed any expectations with the quality of her presentation all supplied with a generous spirit - superb local business - John & Helen
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Fantastic experience: I’m very incredibly grateful to Rachel at arabesque she's an amazing florist She created the most beautiful bespoke bunch of sunflowers for my mum’s 60th birthday! Rachel listened carefully to what I had in mind and brought it to life even better than I imagined. The sunflowers were so vibrant, fresh, and full of joy — just perfect for such a special occasion. My mum was thrilled and really loved it. Thank you for making it so memorable. I’ll definitely be back for future celebrations! Xxx
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Fantastic experience: We ordered flowers for daughter’s wedding They were absolutely stunning, as perfect as she had imagined. Unusual buttonholes and corsages made perfectly. Really set the tone for the wedding day The florist and her husband were very helpful. The flowers were delivered nice and early on the wedding morning which was very helpful. The bouquets were in jars with water and the buttonholes were in saturated oasis on a tray. No worries about anything drying out. Thank you
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Fantastic experience: I wanted to buy a bouquet for my daughter for passing her theory test first time, I spoke to Rachel and she was more than happy to help, I just said my daughter likes pinks and purples and let her do the rest Wow!!! I was not expecting something so beautiful, my daughter loved them and they lasted a good 2 weeks as well Highly recommend Arabesque Florist, such a friendly and professional service! Thank you
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Fantastic experience: Wonderful service from Matt, beautiful bouquet lovingly arranged - my wife was floored by it!
Fantastic experience: Ordered this beautiful arrangement for our wedding anniversary. I gave the florist free rein to create an arrangement to mimic our wedding flowers and they went above and beyond to put in the elements I mentioned. Communication and delivery were spot on. Very happy and will use again!
Fantastic experience: Absolutely fantastic flowers both times I've bought from here. Friendly, easily pre-ordered, happy girlfriend. Would definitely recommend
Fantastic experience: Thank you to Arabesque Florists for the absolutely beautiful bouquet they made for my Nan, she was over the moon
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Fantastic experience: Fantastic Service as always. Beautiful bouquet at an incredible price and flowers fresh with plenty of life left in them. Don’t look anywhere else for exceptional quality, top Service and value for money.
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Fantastic experience: Amazing customer experience from Rachel, nothing was too much trouble even late ordering of funeral flowers Friday afternoon for Monday morning delivery. Absolutely recommend this shop. The flowers were beautiful, thank you so much Jan x
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Fantastic experience: Have had 2 beautiful bouquets for wedding anniversary presents the flowers were lovely the detail added very professional and was told by the couples that received them that the flowers lasted 3 weeks Thank-you Rachel Hall will be up to see you soon x
Fantastic experience: Amazing Birthday flowers from my brother, made beautifully by Rachel at Arabesque.
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Fantastic experience: An absolutely amazing bunch of flowers beautifully put together at a very good price. Would highly recommend! Thank you ☺️
Fantastic experience: I have an archery club in Tovil, one of our archers recently passed away, we asked a couple of florists if they could do a wreath in the colours of a target, which they said the couldn’t, so we popped in to see these guys at Arabesque florist and with a little though it was sorted , it was ready and delivered to the crematorium on time and looked amazing. Thank you guys for your professional service and we will definitely think of you when we need flowers for occasions. Many thanks
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Fantastic experience: This has become my go to florist for any occasion. Rachel always makes the most stunning bouquets, exactly as ordered. Ordering is very easy and gets delivered on time.
Fantastic experience: 1st class service yet again from Arabesque Stunning arrangement which was delivered within a few hours of placing order & continued to look just a fresh several weeks later. Fantastic service from Matt & Rachel….highly recommend this company!
Fantastic experience: Rachel and Matt have constantly provided the best quality flowers everytime I have placed an order. The Pricing is on point, customer communication cannot be beaten and the presentation of the bunches I receive get compliments from everyone who sees them. They go far and beyond to ensure I am happy and I wouldn't consider going anywhere else
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Fantastic experience: Had some flowers done for my brothers funeral they were the best i was so happy with the arrangement would definately use them again thankyou matt and rachel they spoke to me about what they would do and how it would look thanks 10 out of 10
Fantastic experience: I telephoned this wonderful florist at short notice after forgetting to order a bouquet for a friend’s special birthday. I spoke to Rachel who was professional, bubbly and knowledgeable. The arrangement was so stunning and huge! My friend was over the moon and said she had never received flowers this beautiful. Highly recommend Arabesque!
Fantastic experience: Fabulous flowers, fantastic service, would definitely recommend.
Fantastic experience: Ordering the flowers for my husband’s funeral was done with sensitivity and kindness. All the arrangements and wreaths were arranged beautifully. I highly recommend them. Wendy
Fantastic experience: Beautiful flowers and amazing prices!! I had a funeral wreath made and it was stunning. I also got some flowers for my wife after her operation and they were amazing. Their attention to detail to excellent and their quality is second to none. I wouldn’t do anywhere else for flowers!!
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Fantastic experience: They are amazing I have had multiple request for them and they have delivered every time they make your ideas come to life and have been so supportive during an emotional time can’t thank them enough
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Fantastic experience: Ordered an 18" wreath for a colleagues funeral. The wreath was beautiful, wonderfully fresh and amazing value for money. I will definitely be using again. Rachel is very knowledgeable and went out of her way to accommodate me. Thanks again.
Positive experience: I telephoned my order and member of staff (husband) was extremely helpful and professional, however i was a little disappointed with my flowers, the arrangement was very small, expected a little more for £50
Fantastic experience: Ordered a bouquet for a birthday present, standard size. They were huge and absolutely beautiful! Same day delivery, a wonderful gift and great service. Would highly recommend :)
Fantastic experience: Thank you for such a beautiful wreath you made for my uncle's funeral so vibrant and fresh. Would highly recommend.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. I’m pleased you liked your wreath
Fantastic experience: Rachel and Matt at Arabesque delivered exceptional floral arrangements for Nan's funeral. My Brother and I are in Essex so communicated ideas by phone and email to include flowers from us and her great-grandchildren. We met the day of the funeral to handwrite cards and they were so patient and offering suitable suggestions. The arrangements were perfect. Beautifully presented with customised ribbons and colours that complimented those of other family members. They were stunning. I would highly recommend Arabesque for the quality of flowers, service and care about the customer requirements.
Fantastic experience: Exceptionally friendly staff that really went the extra mile to make sure my order really matched my needs (flowers for a milestone birthday of a close family member). They were also happy to deliver on a Bank Holiday, which was great. The flowers were really stunning in real life, and definitely had the wow factor. Would definitely use this florist again!
Fantastic experience: This is the third time I’ve used Arabesque, and every time they have exceeded my expectations and been very well received, fully recommend
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Fantastic experience: I used Arabesque for the flowers for my mum funeral and they were amazing. The advice they gave on their products was top class. The quality of the flowers were brilliant and the colours amazing. The display they put together was beautiful. The customer service received was second to none. They were caring and helpful and the flowers were delivered to the funeral home. They took so much of the stress away.
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Fantastic experience: Excellent local florist who can provide flowers on the day - thank you!
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Fantastic experience: Alison arranged my Nan's funeral flowers for me and My Sister last Friday (20th September 2019). They were absolutely beautiful; very fresh and extremely well arranged! She was really helpful in the suggestions of which flowers she'd recommend to use. She and her Husband, Chris were very professional and friendly and they both offered a listening ear in a very heartbreaking time for me and my family. Alison also arranged my Grandad's funeral flowers back in January 2019 and they were also of very high quality and equally beautiful! I would highly recommend Arabesque Florist for any type of flower arrangement! Thank you again Alison and Chris for everything you have done for me and my family this year.
Fantastic experience: Brilliant service and beautiful flowers. I was unsure of what flowers my Mum would like as I’m useless but Alison helped me pick out the perfect ones- the flowers were beautiful and the delivery was perfect. My Mum absolutely loved them. Thank you so much!
Fantastic experience: Fantastic customer service, went above and beyond to help. Flowers were georgous and just what I wanted. Thank you Arabesque, will definatly use again xx
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Fantastic experience: Always use them, fabulous customer care flowers always fresh and look amazing. Highly recommended them. Need to support local businessess more.
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Fantastic experience: ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!! NEVER EVER BEEN SO IMPRESSED AND IVE BEEN TO A LOT OF FLORISTS!! CUSTOMER SERVICE WAS A******** WENT ABOVE AND BEYOND DELIVERY WAS PROMPT AND FLOWERS LASTED FOREVER WILL DEFINITELY BE THE ONLY FLORIST I USE FROM NOW ON. THANK YOU SO MUCH XX
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Fantastic experience: Very helpful, friendly and couldn’t do enough to ensure they got exactly what was wanted. Best customer service experienced. Really Lovely family business I’m more than Willing to continue to use in the future.
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Fantastic experience: Have had beautiful flowers from this, my local florist, many times . I love it when my husband treats me to their lovely bouquets . Never had better flowers from anyone . 5 star *****
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Fantastic experience: Have used Arabesque since moving to the area over 15 years. Have always had excellent customer service when discussing floral arrangements in my price range & especially at the difficult times when I was sorting out for flowers for the funerals of both my brother & dad. Alison & her staff are happy to help & take time to listen & explain what flowers are available depending on the time of year. They have provided flowers of excellent quality, which have lasted a long time. I would highly recommend them.
Fantastic experience: Beautiful flowers couldn't ask for more, managers very polite 5* service Wouldn't buy my flowers anywhere else
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Fantastic experience: Friendly staff prepared to go the extra mile. Flowers good quality lasted ages. Always delivér on time. FAULTLESS WOULDNT USE ANYONE ELSE THEY HAVE GIVEN ME THE BEST SERVICE OVER MANY YEARS.
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Fantastic experience: Excellent varity, great service and always great value for money.
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Fantastic experience: I’m in California and wanted to send a birthday arrangement to a local resident. Alison was all more than willing to help me in my endeavors. She discussed and advised on my unique arrangement choice, managing with our time difference, all while delivering excellent communication and customer support. I highly recommend Arabesque, I intend to call on them for all of my future needs. Thank you for your stellar service!
Negative experience: Disappointed that the order was not what was ordered through direct 2 florist and also the flowers were left on my doorstep.... No call back which was promised... Very disappointed with the lack of customer satisfaction
Fantastic experience: Excellent service and lovely staff highly recommend xxx
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Fantastic experience: Arabesque have never let me down - from the extra-special arrangement to celebrate my parents Diamond Wedding Anniversary, to the touching and beautiful arrangement and coffin swag she did for my Dad's funeral. Nothing is ever too much - Arabesque will always do their best, including handling last minute requirements. Would highly recommend.
Negative experience: I called for a same day delivery and every answer was ‘I don’t know’ she wasn’t very helpful the only answer she gave was ‘you can pay over the phone’ would never request a delivery again
Positive experience: Good range of flowers and always willing to work with you to deliver the best bouquets with available stock.
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