The other day after a walk, my husband and I stopped in at A New Leaf in Old Town, one of my favorite flower shops.
The day was overcast and foggy, and still really quite cold, making it all the greater a treat to step inside this rustic bower, which was bursting with lilies and other fancy flowers—loads of blooming and beautiful things brought in for this week of spring holidays.
The cave-like shop was a fragile oasis, harboring all that was tender and fragrant. The air inside was good to breathe!
Stepping in from an April street still all too lifeless and drab was a Mary Poppins moment: a leap into a brighter-than-life paradise. With all its exoticism and unnatural verdure, the flower studio is a precious connection to a distant natural world. The sight of its bounty reassures me that, yes, somewhere out there, light shines on green leaves, and flowers bloom.
harley says
That looks like a great flower shop ! I really enjoy having fresh cut flowers in the apt and will give that store a good look-n-see…………….Nice picture !
Celia says
The prices are high, but the store is welcoming and it’s a great place to browse. Be sure to go to the basement, where there are all sorts of ribbons and candles and one of a kind tiles (of all things) for sale. It’s also one of the better places to shop for flower pots.
Years ago, I bought a mirror there that had been made in Mexico, with a filigreed frame cut out of salvaged metal. I still have it and think it’s just beautiful. Shabby chic!
Celia