Flower Bazaar
Opening hours
- monday: 9h-15h
- tuesday: 9h-15h
- wednesday: 9h-15h
- thursday: 9h-15h
- friday: 9h-15h
- saturday: 9h-13h
Our comment from Flowerspedia about Flower Bazaar:
A Magical Floral Experience in Christchurch
Flower Bazaar has established itself as a beloved local institution, widely regarded by long-term customers as one of the best florists in Christchurch. The shop offers more than just blooms; it is described as a whimsical and magical "Aladdin's cave" filled with fresh flowers, vintage wares, kilims, tapestries, and chocolates. This unique combination of floral artistry and curated treasures creates a delightful shopping experience that keeps customers returning year after year.
Exceptional Quality and Longevity
Customers consistently praise the superior quality of the flowers, noting their freshness, vibrant colors, and impressive longevity. Many reviewers highlight that their arrangements last significantly longer than those from other florists, with some lasting up to eleven or sixteen days. The variety is extensive, ranging from delicate lilies and roses to creative, custom-designed bouquets that exceed expectations.
Expertise in Weddings and Special Events
The florist is highly recommended for weddings and major events, with many couples crediting Ian and Des for making their special days stress-free and beautiful. They excel at creating stunning bridal bouquets, buttonholes, hairpieces, and table arrangements that perfectly match the couple's vision and color themes. Their ability to handle last-minute changes and provide creative solutions, such as loaning vases for reception decor, has earned them a reputation for exceptional service and attention to detail.
Personalized Service and Friendly Team
The heart of Flower Bazaar lies in its owners, Ian and Des, who are celebrated for their warmth, humor, and genuine care. Customers appreciate the personalized advice and the friendly banter that makes every visit enjoyable. Whether arranging a simple posy for the bathroom or a large funeral wreath, the team goes above and beyond to accommodate requests, often staying late or delivering personally to ensure satisfaction. Their passion for their craft and the community is evident in every interaction.
- Wide Variety: Fresh flowers, plants, vintage items, and gifts.
- Wedding Specialists: Custom bouquets, buttonholes, and full event decor.
- Long-Lasting Blooms: High-quality flowers known for their durability.
- Community Focus: Friendly, humorous, and highly personalized customer service.
Flower Bazaar: Reviews
Fantastic experience: As always Ian does an amazing job with any flowers he does and as a long time customer (about 13years) it was only right to go to them to do my wedding flowers. Amazing flowers and beautiful quality will differently recommend to anyone who needs flowers
Fantastic experience: Gorgeous flowers & gifts of all sorts all curated by Iain & Des, a wonderful couple who are at the heart of their community. Value for money & long lasting blooms.
Thank you so much Judy. Always a pleasure.
Negative experience: They forgot to and never did deliver
Hi Josh,
Can you please advise what order you are referring so we can investigate further.
Regards Flower Bazaar
We could not find an order in the year to date that referred to a Josh as the recipient or the sender.
If you ordered through the Universal website and did not stipulate us as the supplier the order would have been allocated to another florist.
We will assume that this is a case of mistaken identity if we do not hear back from you.
Regards
Flower Bazaar
Fantastic experience: Amazing place! Always does the best flowers, I also had my wedding flowers done by Ian and they were perfect, everything I wanted and more! Highly recommended
Fantastic experience: Awesome Florist! Great people and extremely helpful, my new local florist!
Fantastic experience: Wow, excellent flower arrangement. Thanks guys.
Fantastic experience: Amazing service! Such wonderful blooms!
Thank you Matt
Fantastic experience: Best Flower Shop In Christchurch
Thank you
Fantastic experience: Super friendly, really accommodating love the little bunch I got for my bathroom. recommend very highly.
Fantastic experience: Absolutely beautiful and fresh lillies delivered to me today for my birthday. Ian and Des you are amazing. You have done flowers for me for formals, mothers day and birthday. I couldn't recommend anyone else.
Fantastic experience: We love our friendly neighbourhood florist Ian - amazing quality flowers (lilies almost the size of my head last week that smelt gorgeous), exceptional service (he's great at listening to my 7 year old's ideas while making everything actually look great) and funny banter.
Fantastic experience: Beautiful flowers, great service, and my wife was very happy - can’t ask for more. Highly recommend.
Thanks Tin. It was a pleasure
Fantastic experience: Went in to get my partner some flowers for her birthday and was very happy with the service and the flowers. Highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: We ordered a flower wreath for a local funeral, while being out of town. The staff were lovely and helpful and the wreath was beautiful and delivered on time. Highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Friendly staff great variety well priced
Fantastic experience: Today I went to this amazing florist The flower arrangement that Ian put together for me was absolutely beautiful. The shop is so loved by its owner it was a fabulous experience and I would recommend the florist to all Thank you so much
Fantastic experience: What fun I had shopping at Flower Bazaar today - bought a kilim, a fabulous tapestry and some flowers - recommend the experience to everyone!
Fantastic experience: My sister who lives out of town asked my daughter to organise flowers for me after a recent operation. On recommendation of a friend she came to Flower Bazaar. They were beautiful when they arrived, and eleven days later, they are still going strong! I will definitely make this my go to florist.
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Flower Bazaar. Ian and Des did an amazing job with long stem white roses for my dad’s memorial, exactly what we wanted and kindly delivered. We order with them often for work functions and it’s always best quality flowers and great friendly service.
Fantastic experience: He did an incredible job pulling my bouquet & buttonhole together, nailed the brief and it turned out better than I could have imagined. He even added some wire to make them more study for me. The reason I went there was I remembered his friendly service from when I popped in to buy Christmas flowers a few years ago (:
Fantastic experience: Absolutely love this place. It is hands down one of the most whimsical and magical shops to ever exist and Ian is beyond lovely - the man knows his flowers. My boyfriend took me here to have a custom bouquet made for my birthday and Ian was an absolute treasure, he truly transcended the experience. Definitely check it out, Flower Bazaar has so many trinkets and they also have chocolates! Absolutely love this place.
Fantastic experience: Excellent flowers and service. Last bunch lasted 16 days. Highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: I recently had the pleasure of working with an incredible florist for my wedding, and I can't recommend them enough! They created the most stunning bouquets that perfectly matched my vision. The flowers were fresh, vibrant, and beautifully arranged. The attention to detail was remarkable, and they truly captured the essence of our special day. I received so many compliments on the bouquets, and they added such a lovely touch to the overall atmosphere. If you're looking for a florist who goes above and beyond, this is the one! Thank you for making our wedding even more beautiful!
Fantastic experience: From afar, A five star for Flower Bazaar Who have set a high bar, For superb service Flower advice And flowers that are exquisitely nice. So beautifully arranged together too.
Thank you so much for the lovely review. regards Flower Bazaar
Fantastic experience: Received a delightful bouquet today for my birthday from my sister from way up north. Lovely little card and a way with words and detail. Thank you so much!!!
Fantastic experience: Beautiful work and great service, thank you so much!
Fantastic experience: Beautiful flowers, friendly guy. My girlfriends going to love these :)
Thanks so much. Hope she enjoys them.
Fantastic experience: Sorry team thought I had posted this earlier. Thank you again for the fantastic job of all the wedding flowers even with my last minute changes, " you tell me what you want and I will make it happen" and you did. Being so easy to engage with put me at peace, and on the day you absolutely delivered. Thanks again
Fantastic experience: Ian, is a very friendly guy , flowers all ways fresh , makes beautiful sprays, for funerals, birthdays, and weddings, has a great vision for what you are needing , Thank you ian for your friendly help Jan
Fantastic experience: We are thrilled with these flowers. They are fresh and vibrant. What a wonderful florist to go to.
Fantastic experience: This is our favourite florist. Ian’s arrangements are always absolutely beautiful and excellent value for money. I never go anywhere else.
Thanks so much. Always a pleasure.
Fantastic experience: Great service , quality product
Fantastic experience: Brilliant service by Ian & Des. Quality and variety of flowers are second to none. Highly recommend.
Thanks Mark.
Always a pleasure seeing you.
Fantastic experience: Cannot express how happy we are with the flowers Ian came up with for us on our day. Not only were they beautiful and unique, but he made it such a stress free and happy process. His prices were incredible (I am confident we probably only paid for about half of what turned up on the day), he provided a heap of amazing decorations for us to borrow, and all our guests were absolutely raving about “my” attention to detail - had to admit it was all Ian. Thank you so so much xxox
Fantastic experience: These guys are amazing, you won't go anywhere else after meeting these two. Very knowledgeable and helpful, their passion is evident and customer service is fantastic.
Fantastic experience: Gorgeous, wonderful owners. Really just a beautiful place
Fantastic experience: My first visit today, loved meeting Ian, had a wonderful chat, a few laughs, and even some tears! LOVE your gorgeous vintage wares, they really compliment your flowers. I'll be back. A+++ would recommend to a friend!
Fantastic experience: I placed an order for a wrist corsage for my son's ball partner this week. It was easy to share ideas with Ian, and he came up with this pretty little design from the details my son gave me. The recipient was very pleased with it. Many thanks!
Fantastic experience: I've ordered numerous times from Flower Bazaar over the past 5 years, both in person and over the phone. Ian creates beautiful bouquets and arrangements, Des delivers with a smile, always on time. I have never been disappointed and nor have the recipients. Free delivery in the local area is a bonus addition to already excellent value. It's always a real pleasure to walk into the Aladdin's cave that is Flower Bazaar, be greeted with a friendly smile and hello, have a browse and a chat. Helpfulness is second nature to both Ian and Des. This Mothers Day my daughter ordered me a beautiful posy arrangement, delivered on the day.
Fantastic experience: Great wee shop with flowers and special pieces of China etc as well. Really lovely owner. Treat yourself to a bunch of flowers and a cuppa from the cafe next door. Bliss
Fantastic experience: Loved the experience. Great chats with the owner before his walk on the beach :D Got amazing deal on roses. Highly recommended - will be my go to florist from now on - 100%
Thanks so much for your review
Fantastic experience: beautiful flowers!!! amazing service so friendly :)
Fantastic experience: Absolutely loved the arrangement you did for a dear friend at a very sad time. The flowers you sent her were beautiful. Thankyou so very much
Fantastic experience: Per my mother's recommendation as utilised for funerals, I saw them and decided to utilise for my wedding. The consultation process was soo easy, reasonably priced and came up with beautiful arrangement of flowers which matched what myself, maid of honour and bridesmaid wore perfectly together with colour theme that was on my wedding invitation, it all interlinked perfectly. My girls loved them, as did I. Also, they were kind enough to loan fish bowl vases together with some stones, so us ladies could place at our bridal table as decoration at the reception venue when no longer in use for the ceremony and photos. After the event got to enjoy at home, as did the bridesmaid etc
Fantastic experience: We ordered 2 large floral urn arrangements to go on plinths for our wedding. They were perfect! Both such big arrangements and full of the perfect variety of flowers and colours. Ian filled me with total confidence when I gave him a vague idea of what we were wanting and the final products were amazing! Very affordable, great communication and exceptional standards. Thank you!
Thank you so much for your review. It was such a pleasure creating them for you.
Fantastic experience: They are very friendly and a lovely place. Very affordable and reasonable prices - went in there and wanted to get flowers that were easy to press, and they were perfect. Overall an exceptional and friendly service - will be returning.
Fantastic experience: My go to florist - highly recommended!
Positive experience: Twice driven out of my way to go to this shop only to see 'gone to the beach' note on window both times, each before the closing hour online. Not particularly helpful
Fantastic experience: love love love
Fantastic experience: Has a great selection of flowers for any occasion.
Fantastic experience: Ian is my flower guy. I drive all the way from the other side of town because of his fantastic style, amazing flower selection, and lovely personality!
Fantastic experience: Best one Thanks
Fantastic experience: Best florist in Christchurch! Love Ian’s bubbly personality and humour to life! His flowers last forever
Fantastic experience: Thank you very much to Ian and Des for accommodating all my flower needs. Very creative and great attention to detail. I must say the best florist in Christchurch!
Fantastic experience: Just gorgeous flower, great communicator and best service in town
Thank you so much. It was a pleasure.
Fantastic experience: Des and Ian are amazing florists they are incredibly creative, awesome attention to detail I’ve used them for years and couldn’t be happier
Fantastic experience: Ian & Des are awesome who always go above and beyond with their creativity and floral arrangements & they are always great for a chat and a laugh .
Fantastic experience: Great selection, friendly service and fair price
Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing place to deal with ian came up with the most beautiful botton hole and bouquet at short notice for my small ceremony
Thank you so much. Hope you are doing okay. Thinking of you.
Fantastic experience: It was my first time buying from here. I called up the Flower Bazaar on Saturday in an attempt to get a bouquet of flowers, last minute as a gift. Ian (sorry not sure if it was Des) was actually packing up at the time but told me he'd stay until I got to the shop. When I arrived Ian was extremely warm and welcoming. He asked me what I wanted and when I told him, he was really accommodating and whipped up the best bouquet of flowers within 10-15 minutes. The price was really good too! He even got flowers out from his car that he'd already packed away. Would definitely recommend buying flowers from here
Fantastic experience: Beautiful Flowers - Just a few from my niece's wedding! All the Wedding Flowers were AMAZING! The attention to detail from Bridal & Bridal Party Bouquets, buttonholes, to the table arrangements and special corsage for brides Mema along with the archway flower display and flower petals for flowergirls baskets ALL SO BEAUTIFUL THANK YOU for all your help 100% Highly Recommend
Thank you so much for your amazing review. It was a pleasure arranging the flowers for your special day. Regards Flower Bazaar
Fantastic experience: Grate service fantastic people running it helpful and friendly
Fantastic experience: I go here for all my flowrrs. The most wonderful service and stunning flowers. 100% recommended.
Sorry for the late reply. Thank you so much for the great review.
Fantastic experience: Beautiful shop!! So many neat things, thank you for the lovely freesias :)
So sorry for the late reply. Thank you so much for your great review
Fantastic experience: Fantastic owners. Very reasonable prices for beautiful boutiques
Fantastic experience: Fantastic, friendly, sympathetic service, just what was wanted when ordering flowers for a family bereavement
Thank you so much for your kind review. Regards Flower Bazaar
Fantastic experience: First time in this florist shop, and was delighted to watch Ian casually and very skillfully put together a huge bunch of beautiful spring flowers while I watched. No fuss - and great value.
Fantastic experience: 10/10 great service, lovely flowers
Fantastic experience: Great little shop, flowers are lovely and affordable. Lots of treasures and super service.
Fantastic experience: Ian and Flower Review are GREAT GREAT customer service very friendly goes completely out of the way for you. Great flower arrangements
Fantastic experience: Best, funniest florist with a heart of gold. Even if not spending a fortune always made welcome and supplied with an impressive bunch. Don't be put off by bouquets not being ready made as the florist will whip you up the most perfect bouquet as you wait faster then you would have been choosing a ready made bunch.
Fantastic experience: Awesome experience, stayed open late for me so i could get flowers for my girlfriends birthday, she loved the flowers! Would 100% recommend
Fantastic experience: Absolutely Fabulous. Lovely Lady served me today.Wonderful flowers
Fantastic experience: Great place, always plenty of variety and excellence service :)
Fantastic experience: Ian created a lovely bouquet of flowers for our anniversary! He matched the flowers to the bouquet and head piece he made for my wedding earlier in the year. Beautiful! Would highly recommend Flowers Bazaar.
Fantastic experience: We have been buying flowers from Ian for a couple of years now and knew he was the man to do our wedding flowers and he did not disappoint. I gave him an idea of what we wanted and we what he delivered exceeded our expectations. I highly reccomend the lovely Ian and his team. Thanks again for making our day so special x
Thanks Jules. It was an absolute pleasure. Regards Ian and Des
Fantastic experience: Fantastic Florist, always accommodating and nothing is ever a problem. I have used this florist for many different occasions and Ian has an amazing flare for stunning creative bouquets to perfectly suit them all. Thanks again
Fantastic experience: I went to Flower Bazaar for my wedding flowers and Ian and Des were amazing! They made up beautiful bouquets, hair pieces and button holes. Nothing was a problem for them and I felt so relaxed about it all. I highly recommend for weddings!
Fantastic experience: Come for the flowers, come back for the top level service. Always my first choice in flowers.
Fantastic experience: Great guys with awesome shop. Definitely recommend dropping in for a browse and some fresh flowers
Fantastic experience: Great florist, great service, always fun
Fantastic experience: Ian and his team are amazing at what they do. Amazing arrangements at very competitive prices - bought a bunch for $80 and they looked like they cost double. Ian is first in the queue to support local community events - so go and show him some love :)
Fantastic experience: Friendly service and great flowers that last
Fantastic experience: Beautiful spot to visit and buy flowers and unique gifts
Fantastic experience: Good place for flowers
Fantastic experience: Fast and great customer service Now have happier wife.
Fantastic experience: I was very happy with the couple of bouquets I got from Ian. He was also very kind to a family member who was blind. I'd happily use again.
Fantastic experience: Lovely guy great flowers
Fantastic experience: Great friendly advice and always happy to help!
Fantastic experience: The best ever place to go if you want quality service :)
Negative experience: I called Flower Bazaar early this morning from Australia and spent $115.00NZ. Ian reasured me that an "arm full" of flowers in lime green chrysants, scented lillies and other flowers would be delivered to my relative for her birthday. This is what was delivered. I feel as though I was ripped off because I am overseas. Shocking lack of honesty. Never again!
As you can see from our other reviews we pride ourselves in delivering great service and quality Flowers at a good price. The bouquet we delivered was exactly as you requested and did contain Lilies and Roses. I delivered it myself and can recall the content of the Bouquet. The photo you have posted is not the full Bouquet that was delivered. regards Des, Flower Bazaar
Fantastic experience: Always a pleasure to visit Flower Bazaar. Thoughtful and accommodating people who pull together amazing floral pieces
Fantastic experience: Fantastic service and was able to do a delivery same day. Thanks Ian.
Fantastic experience: Awesome service and lovely flowers love this shop must see
Fantastic experience: Always an honour to meet someone who is passionate about their business. Great flowers at a good price, never disappointed with the product or the service. Ian always goes well beyond expectations.
Positive experience: Very friendly and personalised service. Good arrangements and flower selection.
Fantastic experience: Awesome and easy. Thanks Ian.
Fantastic experience: My sister loved her birthday bouquet...a big surprise and so beautiful...thanks Ian Nga mihi
Fantastic experience: Fantastic service and beautiful flowers . So caring and understanding.
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