Bouquet recipe: Philautia, for self-acceptance

A bloom for self-love

It is time to think about yourself. We get that it’s not the easiest thing to do, and that is why Valentine's Day is the ideal time to reflect on this love, and treat yourself to a bouquet.

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Philautia, for self-love

Philautia is a healthy dose of self-acceptance. Philautia includes all of your imperfections, it means standing up for yourself and understanding yourself. Valentine's Day is the perfect time to reflect on this love and treat yourself to a beautiful bouquet. 

The Philautia bouquet

Although the ancient Greeks did not mean self-love to be narcissistic, we've nodded to this association by including narcissus, otherwise known as the daffodil, in this bouquet. Supplemented with the just as yellow mimosa, this bouquet just radiates towards you. The yellow ranunculus adds some extra charm and the classic rose should of course not be missed on the day of love. The Philautia bouquet can't get enough of itself. And neither can we!

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How to make it 

The easiest way is to ask your florist to make a bouquet. With the list of ingredients, you have enough tools to let the florist make something beautiful. Of course, you can also do it yourself for that extra personal touch. We  explain here how to make your own bouquet.

more love

Show us your bouquet on our Instagram and Facebook pages with the hashtag #funnyhowflowersdothat. Want more inspiration for your Valentine's bouquet? Take a look at our six other Valentine's bouquets here. And because love isn't always a bed of roses, our DIYs are success guaranteed! Discover how to surprise your loved one with a beautiful flower candle, a fine rose scrub or a deliciously romantic rose punchSuccess guaranteed!