Mother’s Day is the perfect day of the year to express your love, appreciation, and gratitude for your mom in the most thoughtful way possible. How can you plan a fun and creative Mother’s Day filled with activities she’ll love? If you live in or near Los Angeles, there are endless opportunities to make this…
Ode à la Rose is excited to provide a $500 scholarship to one deserving student each year, to be used towards the purchase of textbooks. This scholarship is open to everyone, regardless of socioeconomic status, race, gender, location, grades or major. All you have to do is write and submit an essay before the due…
For many people, planning a wedding ceremony and reception is one of the most exciting and overwhelming of all life events. There are so many considerations to keep in mind during the wedding planning process. The clothes, food, guest list, photographer, and flowers — the list goes on! However, few wedding planning decisions are more…
Finding the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day can seem like a challenge, but it’s not impossible. If you live in Los Angeles, you’re in luck! L.A. is full of some of the best gift options around. Whether you a looking for something sweet and simple or something big and extravagant, you are sure to find…
Mother’s Day is quickly approaching, and if your wife is currently expecting, then get ready to celebrate this new mom for the first time. Your pregnant wife is probably feeling many emotions about pregnancy, motherhood, and everything it entails. While you’re preparing for starting your family and nesting before the baby arrives, it’s important to…
It might take a bit of creativity, but there are several unique and fun ways you can honor your mom and let her know how much she means to you this Mother’s Day, even if you can’t be together in person.
Valentine’s Day in New York City is romantic and full of so many fun possibilities. With so much to do to treat your loved one on this holiday, it’s hard to decide how to celebrate. When you’re looking for affordable Valentine’s Day gifts, especially in the city, the choice gets even trickier. Related Posts: Valentine’s…
International Women’s Day 2020 is just around the corner, taking place on March 8th. It’s a globally recognized day in which we celebrate and advocate for women. The day has been observed for more than 100 years — the first gathering to mark the occasion occurred in 1911. Since then, the day has been an opportunity to raise…
Love is in the air as February 14 approaches, and with it comes swirls of red and pink hearts, arrows, and roses. Roses are stunning and a romantic standard, but you may want to consider other possibilities. Your loved ones deserve the best, and a lovely bouquet is the perfect romantic gesture for this February…
Exchanging gifts is a popular Valentine’s Day tradition — but have you ever wondered why? One sociologist suggests we exchange presents on Valentine’s Day because early societies gave gifts to represent emotions and to communicate meaning, rather than as a commercial or financial transaction. Many couples give presents on Valentine’s Day as a way to…
As floral experts, here’s our advice for picking the perfect floral arrangement for the woman you love this February.
Flower arrangements are common gifts of sympathy brought to funerals, but does the same rule apply to celebrations of life?
You and your significant other might ascribe to a low-key Valentine’s Day style or embrace grand romantic gestures. Either way, a surprise is a sweet way to make Valentine’s Day special this year. Here are a few ideas – big and small – that will make your better half smile on the upcoming holiday. Related…