Valentine's Day in UAE: Would you surprise your love with 2,500-rose installation? Businesses bet big on special day
As it's a day of love, UAE businesses are offering extravagant and luxurious gifts for those looking to make a grand gesture this Valentine's Day.
At Rose Art, a recently launched floral studio in Al Quoz, a jaw-dropping installation made entirely of roses, forms a spectacular wave pattern from the ground up to the roof. This floral masterpiece, valued at Dh40,000, is an lavish display of love.
'The roses used in this installation are specially bred varieties,' said Dulish Tennakone, a florist at Rose Art. 'We source them from our farm in Armenia. We also cultivate roses imported from the Netherlands before shipping them to the UAE every week.'
'These exquisite roses come in various sizes, ranging from petite buds to lush, oversized blooms. Their durability, with proper hydration, extends from seven days to nearly 12 days, ensuring that the beauty of these premium flowers lasts well beyond Valentine's Day,' said Tennakone.
Inside the studio, nearly every flower is cultivated on their farm, including peonies, tulips, and mixed-colour roses, which are then shipped to Dubai to create luxury arrangements.
Chocolates for the season of love
For those who prefer to celebrate with sweet indulgence, chocolates remain an all-time Valentine's Day favourite. Many luxury chocolate boutiques in the UAE have curated specialised gift sets, available both in-store and online.
Among them, Vocca Chocolates has introduced an exclusive Valentine's Day Cuddle Box — a plush teddy bear paired with a heart-shaped chocolate box — priced at Dh849, making for a lavish yet comforting gift for loved ones.
Online retailers are also seeing a surge in demand for Valentine's-themed gifts.
According to FNP.ae, one of the UAE's leading gifting platforms, top-selling items during this season include flower arrangements, customised hampers, chocolates, and cakes. Sales of these products see a significant spike compared to other times of the year, with roses continuing to be a timeless favourite.
Emerging trends this year indicate a growing demand for cake-and-flower combos as well as branded gift items and bespoke hampers tailored to individual preferences.
With Valentine's Day coming up, businesses in the UAE are ensuring they make it special. From stunning flower arrangements and delicious chocolates to curated gifts, there are plenty of ways to celebrate love.
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