Our hat box bouquets are designed to be as striking as they are easy to care for. The flowers are arranged in biodegradable floral foam, which provides nourishment to the stems while being eco-friendly and safe for the environment. No need for a vase — just place your hat box o a table and enjoy the beauty!
🌸 How to Care for Your Hat Box Flowers:
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Water: Top up with a little water every 2–3 days (gently pour into the centre of the foam).
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Placement: Keep your hat box in a cool, shaded spot away from direct sunlight and draughts.
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Faded Flowers: Remove any wilted or faded stems to prolong the freshness of the rest.
♻️ Disposing of the Biodegradable Foam
Once your flowers have faded, it's time to dispose of the foam. Simply:
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Cut away any remaining stems from the foam.
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The foam can then be disposed of in your compost bin or green waste — it will break down naturally over time, leaving behind no harmful residues.
We’re committed to using eco-friendly materials, so the biodegradable foam is a more sustainable choice than traditional floral foam.
🌿 Return Your Hat Box & Enjoy Free Local Delivery
We believe in sustainability and reusing what we can. If you return your used hat box to us and order a refill (for your own enjoyment or as a regift), we’ll offer free local delivery your next order.
Simply contact us for return options in St Albans — and we’ll happily re-deliver your fresh flowers, all set in your original hat box.
Caring for Your Hat Box Flowers
A Little History?
🎩 The History of the Hat Box The hat box has long been associated with elegance, luxury, and thoughtful gift-giving. Originally designed in the late 19th century to protect fine hats during travel, these round, sturdy containers became a symbol of refinement, used by fashionable women across Europe and America. The beautifully crafted boxes often featured delicate fabrics, embossed leather, and ribbon ties — perfect for preserving the shape and quality of precious headwear. Over time, the charm of the hat box spread beyond hats, and it became the ideal container for presenting flowers, gifts, and even keepsakes. In the floral world, the hat box evolved into an elegant and functional display for floral arrangements, offering an effortless way to showcase stunning blooms while preserving their freshness. Today, the hat box is cherished for its timeless beauty and practicality. Whether used for wedding flowers, thoughtful gifts, or simply as a statement piece, the hat box remains a symbol of grace and elegance — with the added bonus of being eco-friendly when repurposed or returned for refills.