Hola chicos, I’m sure if you like to receive fresh flowers in their best bloom like me, you would love the idea that the people at Bloom & Wild have come up with. They are providing a fantastic and unique service: flowers sent directly to a letterbox with just a few taps in an app on your phone.
Bloom & Wild are proud of their service and specifically of their easy to use mobile app. I was offered the opportunity to review one of their flower arrangements, ‘The Frances’ and to be able to go through the full experience of ordering a beautiful bouquet of flowers using their app.
I quickly grabbed my mobile and downloaded their app which is available for both iPhone and Android. I have an iPhone 6 so I downloaded the Apple App which was done in a few minutes. Upon opening it, the first thing I saw was that they were offering 7 flower arrangements to choose from: The Chelsea (£26), The Frances (£20), The Eleanor (£22), The Sofia (£24) which are Letterbox Flowers; The Aurora (£32) and The Ophelia (£35) which are Hand-Tied Flowers; and finally The Grace (£28) which are Orchids.
I clicked ‘The Frances’ and I was taken to a different window where they have all the information about them as well as some extra photos of this beautiful arrangement. The Frances are a bouquet of yellow and white alstroemeria, madiba and solidago, which to be completely honest with you I have never heard of, so I was even more excited and curious to see how they would look when they arrived.
I was offered different options to make this order extra special. They gave me the option of choosing to add a yummy box of Belgium Chocolates from Amelie Chocolat for £6 more or a luxury hand therapy from Crabtree & Evelyn’s Rosewater for £8 more.
I was also offered an option to do an Upgrade to a Gift Bundle where you can receive flowers each month for 3, 6 or 12 months for £50, £100 or £195 more.
I didn’t choose any of the extras for this order so I carried on with selecting The Frances for my order. After selecting them I was asked to select the date of the delivery, which by default will be sent by Royal Mail 1st Class. However you have the option to upgrade to have them sent Royal Mail Tracked for £3 more. This is a solution in case you don’t think the flowers will fit in the letterbox, but I didn’t choose this. Another option was to add a special message to be included with the flowers so I thought why not and included an uplifting message for myself. I chose “Hope these make your ordinary, extraordinary!”.
After this, you are taken to the payment section. You can pay using Apple Pay or just manually enter your card details. You will need to register with them in order to obtain your unique login details for future purchases. And that was it guys – the ordering experience was quick and easy, all done in a just a few quick tap, taking no more than 5 minutes. Their ordering service is really good. In general their Mobile App is very good. I was impressed so far.
After I finished my order I got a confirmation email and they also included a discount code to use for my next order. Happy times! 🙂
Now I only needed to wait for the flowers to arrive, which was to be the next day as they are also proud to announce it is a 24 hr delivery service. I was so excited to see how these flowers were going to arrive as I have never ordered letterbox Flowers before – I was very intrigued about the whole thing.
As promised, the next day my flowers arrived during the morning! The postman knocked my door. I knew that I was not going to experience the delivery through my letterbox as I live in a flat so the post area is downstairs and the boxes are small. That didn’t matter to me as I was just happy to receive my flowers at my door.
The flowers arrived in a well protected box. When I opened it I was so impressed with the presentation and how delicately wrapped it all was. The petals were protected with a special fine net which I thought was really good. A card came with the flowers which had a message to their customers emphasising how passionate about flowers they are. I must admit that what they said “..first class flowers, designed, packaged and sent with love” is true, you can feel it completely – so much love ;-). At the back of the card they have put photos of the different flowers that they use for their bouquets with their names. This was very useful as you learn about different flowers that you might not know otherwise.
I was also sent another card with a direct message to me welcoming me to Bloom & Wild. Then there is a short explanation of the content of your order and some tips on how to arrange your flowers as well as how to keep them alive for longer. On the other side of the card was the message I entered when I ordered the flowers. Finally, also included was a super food for the flowers (Chrysal Clear solution) which helps the flowers to last much longer.
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As soon as I started preparing my vase and placed each flower, I realised that there was a fair amount of them – it was very big. I think this could cost a lot more in other places if you have that amount of flowers. The more I was adding each individual flower to the vase, the more I was realising how beautiful the arrangement was becoming.
When I had finished, the final look was pretty good. I was so surprised with the amount of flowers. It was such a big arrangement, especially given the box they came in. I took a photo every two days to see the process of how they bloomed by the day. The latter is very important because the idea of receiving the flowers since the very early stages of their life, means that we have the opportunity to see how the flowers bloom since the moment they arrive. You are the witness of this amazing process. This is the reason why these flowers are so special.
The last photo was taken yesterday which I’m showing above. I cut the ends to short them a little bit more and placed them in a different vase. Now it looks like a completely different arrangement like if I had received them today. The longevity of these flowers is amazing. Most of the flowers I have had in the past would have been dead or wiltering by now.
To summarise, I would like to say that Bloom & Wild has a fantastic postage idea, beautiful individually wrapped flowers which are always fresh and perfect. It is easy to buy using their fantastic app which is super easy to use. I would say that it is very good value for money given how many you receive as well as for how long they last. The conclusion: I LOVE IT!! ❤️
Update 25/08/2015: I was chosen as the week’s #TriedTested featured blogger for this post!
Have you tried Bloom & Wild already? If yes, what were your impressions? Did you like their service and their flowers? If not, after this review would you be tempted to use their service? Leave a comment below with your thoughts as I would love to know what do you think!
Thanks for stopping by,
Love you all ❤️
Franca 💋
*Disclaimer: I received this bouquet of flowers from Bloom & Wild as a gift in exchange of an honest review.
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Franca it is so lovely of you to post such a positive review! We are so pleased you enjoyed the service and love your flowers!
From the team at Bloom & Wild
It was a pleasure!! I enjoyed the whole process of watching these flowers blooming since day one!! Thanks for commenting!! 🙂 xx
These look lovely, and beautifully packaged. I always thought it’d be lovely to get flowers delivered like this for Christmas so that you could do your own arrangements around the house. I actually looked a few years back but didn’t find anyone offering something like this, so perhaps I’ll treat myself this year! #picknmix
Yes they are really beautiful!! The packaged looks amazing too. It takes time for the flowers to bloom but that is the whole idea! You could that, why not treating yourself this year!! 😉 Thanks so much for commenting Sarah, 🙂 xx
Awww I dont expect flowers to be delivered like this but it seems to work and the flowers are so pretty! #picknmix
Yes it is amazing how can they deliver the flowers in a letterbox! Thank you for commenting Merlinda, 🙂 xx
These are a gab idea and they look gorgeous! I wonder if they would fit through my letter box?!
Yes they are very pretty! If you have a normal size letterbox I think it should fix otherwise they can leave it outside your box as they are perfectly packed! Thanks for commenting Hollie, 🙂 xx
A very pretty bouquet and it looks well packaged too! I’ve had flowers in the post before and they weren’t very good so nice to know there ar some great companies around.
It is amazing how can they packed that amount of flowers inside a letter box. Thanks for commenting! xx
Looks like a fantastic idea! Will come in handy for mothers day and other events! x
You are right!! For any occasion really! Thanks for commenting Declan, 🙂 xx
That’s a fantastic idea! Flowers in a box! I need to order these! I love your photography! I think it’s amazing! I think its a great solution for people who dont have to time shopping, or as gift 🙂
It is amazing right? I love the idea too and it is so easy to order too! Thanks for commenting!! 🙂 xx
I really begrudge ordering bouquets online as it always seems such a rip off! so, so expensive and often disappointing. I can’t believe the value of these flowers, they are so beautifully presented too. I love a bit of pretty packaging! I’m def going to pin this to remind me to use them next time x MMT #twinklytuesday
It is amazing the amount of flowers that you get inside that letterbox! It takes time to bloom but that means you will be able to enjoy your flowers for much longer which is a plus!! Thanks for commenting, xx
Oh wow they’re amazing!! Thats fantastic life too, beautiful flowers!! #TriedTested
Yes their life is pretty impressive!! Thanks for commenting! x
I love Bloom & Wild they are fab and the delivery of them is great.
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I’m glad you think the same. 🙂 Thanks for commenting, xx
Can’t believe such a big and beautiful arrangement of flowers came through your letterbox – amazing! Will remember this for future birthdays and special occasions. Thanks for linking up with #TriedTested
Pretty amazing, right? I love them, really good flowers! Definitely worth to remember them for the future. Thanks for commenting and hosting, xx
I can’t believe these flowers still look so fresh. What a beautiful bouquet. X
Their life is really good!! I was very impressed! 🙂 Thanks for commenting, xx
Aww how lovely! I love flowers and i alwasy have some in the house! This sounds ideal, who doesnt want flowers delivered to their doorstep! Such a great read and thanks for sharing! Suz x Beauisblue.com
Thank you Suz, that is so nice of you! Thanks for commenting! xx
I’m so impressed – from the ease of ordering to the quality of the flowers. An all round winning service!
Thanks for sharing your review on #TriedTested this week x
They are really good. A different concept! Thanks for commenting and for hosting too, 🙂 xx
What a fabulous idea! I always worry about sending people flowers who work, in case they aren’t home when they arrive, but this solves that issue, and wow what beautiful flowers! Thanks for linking up to #PicknMix
Stevie x
It is a great! I recommend it 100%. After the review we have bought twice already!! 🙂 Thanks for commenting and hosting #PicknMix, xx
What a wonderful service! I’ve never heard of flowers being delivered by mail. However, my then-fiance once ordered flowers to be delivered to my office when I was a student at university and he was serving in Iraq. I felt VERY special! Thanks for linking with #TwinklyTuesday.
That is really special indeed!! Lucky you!! LOL Thanks for commenting and hosting! 🙂 xx
I love flowers in the house but never buy my own, I’d be tempted to through Boom& Wild. Beautiful. Thanks for sharing. #KCACOLS
These look lovely Franca, great review too. I have seen posts about these and they do sound like a great idea, I will keep in mind for mothers day #KCACOLS
What a wonderful service! I LOVE having flowers around the house, though have been holding off buying too many until we’re done with our house renovations. Great and detailed review #KCACOLS
Nadia – ScandiMummy x
I love the idea of these letterbox flowers…it’s so unique and I included it in a Valentines Gift Guide for her. The flower you picked were beautiful and I am sure that they brightened up your home. I love yellow flowers #KCACOLS
I haven’t used this service but it sounds really good. If I was going to send flowers to someone, I would definitely give these a go. It’s ideal if you are sending them to someone as a surprise so you don’t have to check they’ll be in. Thanks for hosting #KCACOLS
Debbie
This is such a beautiful idea!! I wish there was a service like this where I lived!
WOW! These are so beautifully packaged! I, too, wish we had this service over here on our side of the pond.
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I love the idea of letterbox flowers! These look so beautiful and really well packaged. I’m definitely going to use them whenever I send flowers to my family.
Laura xx
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I have not heard of them before but Wow! I’m really impressed of how their flowers turned out even after 8 days, so beautiful! It’s great to know they have mobile app too, as it’s so convenient nowadays. For sure, this will be a hit for the upcoming valentines! Lovely post and Excellent review! #KCACOLS
That bouquet is gorgeous! I love that they have the card telling you what the flowers are called, it’s such a nice touch. x #KCACOLS
I love these and this idea. It would be a perfect git idea when you know someone usually wouldn’t be in to receive flowers at the door. And even better that you can add extra and make it a monthly gift.
I love the bunch you chose, so fresh and lovely for the spring coming. I may just keep this in mind for Mothers Day.
Thank you,
Amanda. #kcacols
LOVE these!! What a great idea! I love flowers that look as though they have just been picked from the garden! I’m having a few allergy issues at the minute though and having flowers in the house for my birthday last month flared them right up! I might be sticking to artificial ones for a while sadly! #KCACOLS
I love the idea of getting these delivered and am very interested in signing up! The flowers look gorgeous! xx #KCACOLS
Lovely idea of sending flowers through the post and they look blooming gorgeous too! #KCACOLS
Ooh they look lovely! I’d love to receive these and think they’d make a really good gift to send to someone if you weren’t able to see them ‘in the flesh’ on their birthday or some other special occasion. Thanks for hosting #KCACOLS x
Gorgeous! Very instructional and well written piece. This would make a great gift. I’ll nudge the husband! x #KCACOLS
I’m definitely going to be checking this out. My hubby’s folks are in London and we generally send his mother flowers for holidays, and it’s always such a hassle from across the pond. I’m hoping I’ll be able to use the app 🙂
I keep seeing bloom and wild, and meaning to order from them. Your flowers look gorgeous Franca! I really do need to get around to ordering from them #KCACOLS xx
What beautiful flowers! Must have been very exciting to receive them in the post! I love yellow flower, maybe I should hint this website to my parent. Brilliant price too! #KCACOLS
These really do look gorgeous and so impressive that they lasted for so long. Woould definitely consider using this app! 🙂 #KCACOLS
What a beautiful idea! I love fresh flowers but they are a bit of a rare treat in our house. Thanks for sharing #kcacols
Wow these flowers look stunning Franca, I can’t believe they managed to fit them all in such a small box – incredible! The would make a perfect Mother’s Day gift, or Valentine’s Day – I might drop some hints to Ryan! Becky x #KCACOLS
I think more companies are catching onto the idea of being able to delivery their products through the letter box as most people are unable to stay in for a delivery.
I sampled a cake from Baker Days last year and was surprised when it came through the door and was in one piece. It’s the companies that listen to what consumers want and move forward with change, that succeed.
Thanks for hosting #KCACOLS
I have heard of Bloom and Wild but never tried them before – such a great idea to be able to have them delivered through your letterbox and great to see that they lasted a good while too! #KCACOLS
Oh Franca honey these flowers are absolutely beautiful! I think the service Bloom & Wild offer is fantastic and judging from these gorgeous flowers great value for money. xx #KCACOLS
They look brilliant, and much more rewarding than the usual flowers by post. I’d have loved to do this review too, flowers really brighten the room and ones that looks as gorgeous as this and last as well are definitely a bonus. Thanks for sharing #kcacols