Hostess With The Mostess...

What would we do without all those hardworking party hostesses at this time of the year? At that infamous yearly Chrissy party, they always ensure that we’re watered, fed and, if need be, have a comfy bed to fall into after one too many...

In return, we should bestow them with gifts aplenty. A letter thanking Hostess with the Mostess for her kind hospitality is all well and good, but if the hospitality included serving a lavish 12 course meal and smiling sweetly when you spilled red wine on her white sofa, we think a more generous thank you gift (aka peace offering) is needed.

For a floral arrangement that’ll stand out from the sea of sorry-looking blooms from the other guests and guarantee you a place at the New Year party, check out The Real Flower Company's Christmas Collection.

Their signature hat boxes are a luxe alternative to the standard bouquet. Our favourite is the fabulously festive Antique & Red Luxury Hat Box, filled with roses and fragrant herbs, plus an optional candle.

If you're the Hostess with the Mostess, welcome your guests with a Scented Rose Wreath. And don't stop there - sup by candlelight with a Hurricane Lamp Wreath.

Plus boys, listen up. Want brownie points for the whole of 2009? Give her (or her Mother-in-Law - creep) Roses for a Year – The Real Flower Company will send her a hand tied bouquet of their finest roses each month (or, if you're really after brownie points, every week) for a year.

Visit www.RealFlowers.co.uk

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