Contrasts

As my wife is Brazillian and has quite the fiery temperament I often find myself in the doghouse. This can result in a need for an emergency bunch of flowers early in the day. Contrasts is within running distance from my house so it’s perfect for me.
The first time I went it was a beautiful sunny day, there was a wall of flowers outside the shopfront and inside the owner was showing 3 elderly ladies some new born puppies. Honestly, I expected a cartoon bird to land on my shoulder and start singing.
The owner was incredibly friendly, helpful and sympathetic to my cause and helped me choose a bunch of flowers that was cheap but huge. It did the job perfectly, I’m glad to say.
They have a really wide variety with bunches that start at very cheap prices (around £3) and much more elaborate set pieces that would require pre-​planning, so if it’s something more than just a quick lifesaving bunch that you need, you might want to call ahead.

A dependable florists when you need that last-​minute bunch of flowers for almost any occasion.
I don’t proclaim to know a great deal about flowers, but I know a nice bunch when I see one, and contrasts is regularly the place that sells me that bunch. They have a good variety, they’re priced reasonably and they wrap them for you when you’re done choosing. It’s a family run business — the owners are friendly and more than willing to advise you with your choice.
That’s all I want from a florists, so Contrasts shall continue to be the local florist that I call upon in times of horticultural need. I recommend them.

In London florists often work from small stands outside tube stations, and florists ordain the high streets. We do not have this tradition in Birmingham; we are usually greeted by beggars and schemers at out main public transport links. So I’m glad I live so close to Contrasts, it is a nice family run florist on a popular shopping street in Kings Heath.
The owner told me as an independent florist, they cut out middlemen and offer cheaper flowers by buying flowers direct from the best growers and flower auctions around the Midlands and beyond. Their flowers are much fresher than what you would find in chain flower shops in the UK.
The outside of the shop is very attractive. It has a Romany style theme, and is covered by many varieties of flower. Contrasts offer many services; you just need to book in advance. If the occasion is small then just stroll on into the shop. If you are getting married, want to impress your partner or just want to brighten up the home, then this is the place for you.