Most of us will have heard at least one story of flowery overkill - stars such as Elton John are well-known for lavishly filling their homes with flowers. The singer once confessed to spending around £293,000 on flowers during a 20-month spending spree.

Now supermodel Kate Moss looks to be following in his footsteps, after moving into her new home in Highgate, North London. Except this time it was not the supermodel herself who was buying the flowers. Beautiful bouquets, along with bottles of champagne, were kindly given to her by friends, who attended Kates house warming party.

The party started at a nearby pub, and then moved on to the house itself – an £8 million four-storey mansion with a wine cellar, handy for storing all those bottles of wine. Now all Kate needs to stock up on is vases.

Why not follow in the footsteps of Kate Moss and her A-list pals, and give flowers as a lovely house-warming gift, next time someone you know moves house.

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Then theres the location, the bridesmaid dresses, the photographer…the list can seem never ending.

So here are a few tips to help make choosing your wedding flowers a little easier – since there are thousands to choose from.

First of all, set a budget. Its a good idea to know how much you can spend, before beginning your search for the perfect bloom, as the price of wedding flower arrangements can really vary, depending on how delicate or exotic the flowers are and how many bouquets you want. So its best to set your limit first, and then tailor your search around that, before you fall in love with an arrangement you may not be able to afford.

Secondly, prioritise how you spend your cash. Use more of your budget for your bouquet, as this is the signature bloom of the ceremony. It will be in all your photos and will really help highlight your dress if chosen wisely. After your bouquet, your reception centrepieces should be top of your list.

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However, for children who have lost their mother, like the sons of Jade Goody, Mothers Day is not such a happy occasion.

Bobby, eight, and Freddie, seven, were instead able to reflect on their mums life this Mothers Day - joining a celebration of all mums around the world.

The two sons of Big Brother contestant Jade Goody put flowers for Mothers Day on their mothers grave to mark three years since she lost her fight to ovarian cancer, aged just 27.

National media reported that after laying down the flowers for their mother, Bobby and Freddie had a water fight by her grave and then released lots of balloons into the sky. Their father, TV presenter Jeff Brazier said: "If Jade is looking down from heaven, she would love the way the boys always play when they come to her grave. They feel comforted and liberated when they visit."

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But dont worry. No matter where you are in the country, or in fact the world, its easy to express your love with flowers.

Flowers are a gift that lasts for days, sometimes weeks, letting your mum know youre thinking about her, no matter how far away you might be.  And your mum will be delighted to have flowers delivered right to her door. Its a nice surprise that will make her feel really special and valued.

And its easy to send flowers with Serenata, rather than having to deal with the hassle of trying to find a local florist near your mothers address. With us, delivery is not a problem and freshness is guaranteed. We can even arrange international delivery, so you can just concentrate on other things - like not forgetting to post your Mum a card, or give her a phone call her on the day.?

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Hardworking mums, caring sisters, loving partners: International Womens Day (IWD) provides a great excuse to say thanks to the ladies in your life. In fact, getting a gift at any time of the year is cause for celebration.

The more politically-minded amongst may prefer to see IWD as a springboard for more change: with women still hitting the glass pay ceiling in employment in civilised Western states.

Whatever your outlook, heres a quick look at different ways International Womens Day is celebrated around the globe - from sending flowers to serious protests - which might inspire your plans for next year:

Give flowers

Flowers are a symbol of International Womens Day, and many countries celebrate by giving flowers as a gift. And now its not just traditional for boyfriends and husbands to send flowers to the women in their lives - but also bosses and colleagues too.

So next International Womens Day show your appreciation for the extraordinary women in your life by sending them flowers.

Take the day off

In some countries, such as Armenia and Kazakhstan, International Womens Day is officially recognised as a public holiday.  But in the UK, we still have to work on International Womens Day. No fair? Maybe next year, we should all book the day off.

Stand on a bridge

Rwandan and Congolese women started a campaign for gender equality called Join Me on the Bridge. The women were demonstrating that peace between the two countries was possible: by standing on the bridge which links Rwanda and the Congo together.

Today, women march on bridges in London, Boston, San Francisco, Toronto and New York on International Womens Day. If youre feeling politically active, get yourself down to a bridge on March 8 next year.

Protest

While in lots of countries, the holiday has introduced with a sentimental status, rather like Mothers Day or Valentines Day, it was originally born out of activism.

IWD was initially founded by Clara Zetkin, a German woman, in 1910.

Lots of women around the world still use March 8 as an opportunity to fight for many different causes, including political freedom, equal pay and working rights. If theres a cause youre passionate about, IWD provides a great opportunity to take part in a peaceful protest with like-minded ladies.

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Manchester-born, Jones died of heart attack, aged 66, at his southern Florida home.

He found fame as the lead singer of the Monkees - who were created for an NBC television show of the same name in 1966.

The band enjoyed a string of hits during the decade, including Im a Believer and Last Train to Clarksville.

Fans took the time to lay floral tributes with messages attached, as well as a wreath emblazoned with the singers name.

Jones former bandmate, drummer and singer Mickey Dolenz, paid tribute to the frontman when speaking to CNN.

He said: "He was the brother I never had and this leaves a gigantic hole in my heart."

Meanwhile former Monkees bassist, Peter Tork, simply said in a statement: "Adios to the Manchester Cowboy. His talent will be much missed. His gift will be with us always."

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The former Friends star, 42, is said to have sent Angelina, 36, a bouquet of flowers to congratulate her on her directorial debut - In the Land of Blood and Honey.

An insider told Now magazine that tensions between the two were easing.

The source, said: "Brad Pitt sent Jen a copy of Anges new film In the Land of Blood and Honey.

"Jen sent Ange flowers and a note telling her how beautifully directed it was. Its a sign that things are thawing between them," the insider added.

Pitt was married to Aniston for five years, before the couple split in 2005 after Pitt met Jolie on the set of Mr and Mrs Smith.

Aniston is now said to be happily loved-up with fellow actor, Justin Theroux; the Now insider said: "Jens so happy, she thinks all her past heartbreak might have been worth it for her to have what she does now."

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Thirty-five-year-old Steve Wheen has used flowers - incorporated in wonderful arrangements - to fill the cracks and holes found in the capitals roads and pavements.

Wheens work has led many to dub him "the Banksy of the gardening world " - because of the similarity of his guerilla approach to that of the renowned graffiti artist.

Much of the gardeners work is featured on YouTube and has gone down well with most.

One person interviewed in one of Wheens videos, stated: "It is quite unusual to see greenery in a concrete jungle like Brick Lane (in east London). Its quite nice."

Some have, however, responded with less enthusiasm, with one man stating: "I see it as more of an aesthetic intervention than awareness of potholes."

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Here are just a few of those flower trends that are expected to play a huge part in wedding ceremonies throughout this year:

Bright and bold bouquets - Although not a new or unique trend by any means, big, fun colourful bouquets are expected to make a return. Emphasis is expected to be placed on combining bold primary colours. Lime greens, bright oranges and hot pinks are amongst the other colours set to be seen in those bridal bouquets.

Soft and romantic bouquets - A total reversal on the previous trend, soft and romantic bouquets are also expected to become popular again - especially amongst couples holding a traditional ceremony. Creams, purples and whites are just some of the colours set to dominate the weddings of many a hopeless romantics this year.

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There are many varieties of sympathy flowers out there - often taking the form of lettered tributes, wreathes or cushions. Posies, tied sheaves and funeral spray are the arrangements most commonly seen at funerals.

Posies, while simple in design, are timeless and beautiful. A circular arrangement often placed in a basket, posies look wonderful from all angles - providing a perfect view of both flowers and foliage.

When looking for something a little more natural, look no further than a tied sheaf - they really are perfect. Considered to be a step-up on traditional bouquets, wrapped in cellophane, a tied sheaf can also be sent on to a home or hospital after the funeral - as a token of appreciation.

Funeral sprays can be made to be formal or informal depending on the senders closeness to the deceased; a single ended spray - usually featuring a couple of varieties of flower - is normally seen as a more personal tribute, while a double-ended spray is seen as more formal.

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The large bouquet, received by Cissy Houston on Tuesday, was made up of white roses, lilies and tulips and had a message attached, simply reading: "Love, Aretha."

Franklin didnt attend Houstons funeral on Saturday, leading to speculation that she had been banned by Cissy following comments she made in an interview.

However, a source close to the family revealed that Franklin was still recovering from a bout of leg spasms and that was the reason behind her non-attendance.

The source stated: "Aretha was devastated she missed the service.

"Shes just stunned and heartbroken," the insider said, before adding: "She sent Cissy flowers to her house, telling her how terrible she felt, how she really wanted to be there."

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Luckily there are a number of tips that can be used to help you get the very best from those wonderful bouquets; here are just a few:

Tip 1 - Buy flowers while they are still in buds. Whilst not necessarily orthodox,  by buying flowers whilst still in bud you get to see them bloom into glorious flowers.

As a result youll also have flowers that last much longer too.

Tip 2 - Once youve purchased your bouquet and youve got it home, remove any leaves that are going to be beneath the water line. Take the bottoms from the stems and then give the flowers a drink of lukewarm water.

Tip 3 - Keep your flowers in the coldest room of the house during the night. Leaving your bouquets in rooms possessing a great amount of warmth will significantly shorten their lifespan.

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However, a bouquet of fresh flowers - put together by a professional florist - can go a long way to improving moods and alleviating the doom and gloom often brought by the lack of sunlight.

The Gerbera Bouquet is one such bouquet of flowers that is sure to return the feeling of fun and cheer to a living-room.

Made up of bright pink, luminous yellow and electric orange gerberas placed in between green bear grass, this bouquet is simply wonderful - doing its utmost to ensure that a laid-back fun feeling is projected throughout the home.

So if you feel that your home is lacking something, why not try bringing in some much-needed cheer with the Gerbera Bouquet?

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The 27-year-old stated that she believed the gifts came as a result of rumours and speculation suggesting her and her husband, basketball player Lamar Odom, were having difficulty conceiving.

In an appearance on the Today Show, Khloe spoke about the rumours, and the flowers.

She said: "People have so many rumours out there that, you know, Im doing fertility treatments. Yesterday, I actually got sent bouquets of flowers, which was so sweet in Dallas.

"I read the card, and its from three different fertility treatments, saying, I hope you try us out.

"I was like, Thats presumptuous, Im getting Valentines Day flowers from three fertility treatments," she added.

Whilst she said the couple are planning to start to family, the star added: "Definitely we want kids but, you know, we really are just like, When it happens, it happens."

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Darker toned arrangements are unlikely to exude vibrancy and improve the dull appearance in your living room;  on the other hand light and bright options will.

Cute, quirky and cheerful, the Space Cadet bouquet is one such flower arrangement that is sure to inject that feeling of fun back into the home.

Put together by professional florists, this bouquet features the contrast of pure bright whiteness of the chrysanthemum and mottled-pink carnation - producing an end result that is simply out of this world.

Naturally eye-catching, the Space Cadet bouquet doesnt need to be displayed in a fancy vase - a clear glass vase is perfect for these flowers.

So if you find that your home is suffering from a lack of spark, why not restore vibrancy with the Space Cadet bouquet?

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Conducted by Dr Nicolas Gueguen, a psychologist from the University of South Brittany with a specific focus on research in the science of attraction, the research looked at the results of a number of studies.

One of these studies saw 46 female volunteers placed in a room on their own. They then, one-by-one, viewed a video of a man speaking about himself. Half of the participants sat in a room containing flowers - specifically roses, marigolds and daisies - whilst the others sat in the same room without any flowers.

Those that watched the video surrounded by flowers stated that they found the man more attractive and would be more likely to go out with him.

Dr Gueguen commented on the results of his study; he said: "These results confirm the popular conception that flowers are able to activate romance and act as a facilitator in dating."

The research has been published in the Psychology Press.

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Nothing is more synonymous with romance than an extravagant bouquet of red roses; many would argue that there is no better way of declaring your affection than with these wonderful flowers.

SerenataFlowers.coms 20 Luxury Red Roses arrangement is the perfect romantic gift; each impeccable rose petal in this wonderful bouquet is sure to leave its recipient filled with pure romantic emotion.

If youre looking to make a bold statement sooner rather than later, you could benefit from Serenatas Special Offer Saturdays (SOS) deal. From today (January 21) you can enjoy a £5 discount on this bouquet of 20 Luxury Red Roses.

In order to take advantage of this great Special Offer Saturday deal, simply make your order at SerenataFlowers.com; but remember, this deal ends on January 27.

When you reach the check out, simply quote the special discount code - FBdeluxe - to get £5 deducted from your order.

SerenataFlowers offer a whole range of fantastic flower arrangements - each put together by professional florists - to suit all occasions, with next-day delivery available to destinations across England and Wales on orders placed before 8pm.

Demand for the 20 Luxury Red Roses bouquet is understandably high - with Valentines Day not too far away; therefore it is important to ensure that any orders are placed now - so that you can avoid the disappointment of missing out on this fantastic Special Offer Saturday discount.

With more great special offers and amazing discounts planned in the run up to Valentines Day, be sure to keep checking back.

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Gardener and host of Channel 5s Garden ER, David Domoney has claimed that just one milligram could see flowers last an extra week.

He said: "You only need a tiny amount of Viagra to stiffen things up nicely. Just 1mg - there are 50mg in a single tablet - dissolved into water with your plants will make them last a week longer."

Nitric oxide is the key, according to Domoney, as it slows the dying process in plants and flowers.

"Now scientists are working on ways to market a gardeners version of Viagra for plants. Soluble aspirin also works in the same way, too. Put one tablet into some wilting flowers and the effervescence will prolong their life," he added.

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A Dozen Yellow Roses are perfect for improving the vibrancy in a room; exuding cheerful brightness through the petals of golden roses, this bouquet will evoke the image of a beautiful summer sun.

This arrangement also features safari sunset leucandendron that contrast with the darker, red solidago.

Also fantastic as a romantic gesture or a gift for a friend, A Dozen Yellow Roses are sure to leave their recipient with a much brighter outlook.

So whether youre looking to bring some colour back into your own life or inject it into someone elses, why not try A Dozen Yellow Roses?

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Although only a small gesture, the gift of a bouquet of flowers can go a great distance in helping to let someone know you care during a difficult point in someones life.

Not only do flowers have the ability to raise a smile, theyre also extremely effective for getting across a message of deepest condolences.

One of the best sympathy bouquet options is the Heavenly White arrangement.

Lovingly put together by professional florists, this bouquet is sure to have a soothing effect on the soul and features puffy roses, an angelic white in shade, santini white chrysanthemum and huskey mini-dianthus.

While these flowers arent going to ease the pain that comes with loss, as a gesture, they will allow the recipient to know they are in your thoughts - which always provides a significant boost.

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