Orchid comes from the Greek orkhis, meaning “testicle.” The flower’s bulbous roots, often paired, have long been thought to resemble the organs. Peony, a word found in Old English, described a flower ...
Did you know that when you send a bouquet, you also send a secret message conveyed in the colours and the flowers you've chosen ... and roses mean love, so white roses convey 'innocent and ...
Chrysanthemums come in an array of colorful variants, each depicting a different meaning. With their intricate ... thigh piece with a detailed peony flower might inspire your next tattoo.
Peony season is here! Here’s everything you need to know about getting your hands on some beautiful peonies, as well as lots of pretty pictures to pour over. If you’ve walked past a flower ...
Yorkston, Eric and Menon, Geeta 2004. A Sound Idea: Phonetic Effects of Brand Names on Consumer Judgments. Journal of Consumer Research, Vol. 31, Issue. 1, p. 43.
Peony Hirwani is a culture and lifestyle reporter for The Independent. Prior to joining The Indy, she has worked at, and written for Vogue Arabia, Business Insider, Harper's Bazaar, Digital Spy ...