Flowers and colors have meaning. We look at certain pink aesthetic flowers, either in photos or in a beautiful blooming field, and feel things, usually positive. Unless you have gone through a traumatic experience involving one of the flowers below, your collective unconscious will most likely direct you to the meaning and sensations of femininity, delicacy, and positivity whenever you encounter pink aesthetic flowers.
This post could be just another list of pink flowers, but, as a graphic designer and specialist in the meaning of colors and symbols, I always go further in my posts to show the history behind the archetypes and aesthetics of the things in the world.
I believe that nature is our greatest teacher. How much more meaningful our lives would be if we understood the meanings of colors, shapes, and textures with an open heart and alert senses?
How beautiful it would be if, when I go out on the street wearing a pink azalea crown, people understood that I am in a delicate and fragile moment, but still, expressing beauty and serenity. By decorating my house with roses, people immediately understood that it was a house full of love. How much more enriching and authentic our lives would be.
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My intention with this site is to do my part so that symbols become increasingly part of our conscious mind and knowledge, enriching our experiences, and facilitating the understanding of the world with all the poetry, magic, language, and beauty it has to offer us. In addition, it helps you make conscious and meaningful choices when giving someone a gift, decorating your home, or choosing clothes that match your mood that day.
The Pink Aesthetic in Flowers
Pink aesthetic flowers transport us to the sum of meanings of the color pink and the delicacy of flowers. Pink is a soft and gentle color that exudes a sense of calm, tenderness and, of course, love. Gentle, pure, slow and easy love. Pink also carries a childlike wonder and is associated with femininity.
But besides the color, each flower has its language and meanings, transmitted to us throughout history, literature, mythology, religion, and time. So, whether you just love pink flowers, or want a special and aesthetic bouquet for your wedding or a loved one, it will be nice to know not only what are the most aesthetically pleasing pink flowers, but also their meanings.
The Most Aesthetic Pink Flowers and Meanings
In the Victorian age, according to the book Floriography, by Jessica Roux, people were discouraged from displaying emotion, so those were transmitted with the symbolism of flowers, which they wore in their hair, or tucked into their gowns, carrying different messages and displaying their feelings in an enigmatic and alluring way.
Although we do not live in the Victorian age, our unconscious still captures the messages of nature in and universal, archetypal way, and some traditions remain to these days, such as those to convey love. Whether you are in Canada, Brazil, or Australia, the sight of a soft pink velvet peonia will evoke feelings of femininity and sophistication.
But among so many options, sometimes it is hard to find the perfect pink aesthetic flower for your current mood and moment, decor, loved one, or occasion. And of course, nothing stops you from looking and feeling what you want and assigning your meanings.
🌸 Pink aesthetic flower associations: daintiness, femininity, sensitivity, playfulness.
Anemone
There are a few meanings associated with the anemone. This flower has delicate little petals and it is also associated with forsaken love. According to Greek mythology, this flower sprung from Afrodite – the goddess of love – tears as she mourned the loss of her lover. The black eye inside evokes a feeling of a dark and heavy sorrow vibe among soft and beautiful pink petals that reassemble the archetypical Aphrodite aesthetics
To me, this flower is an expression of delicate femininity that also proudly shows that there is always beauty in the dark shadows and the sadness within.
The Japanese anemone is considered to be the world’s happiest flower and it differs from the Greek by the bright yellow center.
Apple Blossom
We all know too well the popularity of Japanese pink cherry blossoms, but let’s now know the beauty of the apple blossom. A sugary sweet fruit comes amongst the delicate petals of this blossom, meaning extra sweetness besides the average delicate vibes evoked by pink
” If an apple blossom could tell its own story, it would be, still more than its own…The story of the sunshine that smiled upon it, of the winds that whispered to it, of the birds that sang around it, of the storms that visited it, And of the motherly tree that held and fed until its petals were unfolded and its form developed”
Lucy Larcom.
Azalea
Known for being a fragile flower and difficult to grow, this pink aesthetic flower is perfect to show that there is such beauty in fragility, and that wonderful things are not less wonderful for lasting only a short time. Yes, the wonderful blossoms only last for a short time before tumbling to the ground.
Gerberas
How precious are these pink daisies? Although they look like painted daisies, they are very real and mean cheerfulness and loyalty.
Rose
Fabulous, delicate, passionate, dangerous, but most of all, the ultimate flower of love in many cultures and for many years. Just like roses, love is overwhelmingly beautiful, but can hurt us if we are not careful. Roses are a classic queen among flowers, so classic that I have made an entire post dedicated to the rose aesthetic. The blush pink rose is a perfect symbol of sweet and soft blossoming romance. In Greek mythology, the rose is called ” the queen of flowers”
Peonies
Who can resist a fluffy peony? These popular beauties are the queens of pink aesthetic Instagram feeds and wedding boutiques and have a lovely legend behind them. Also in the Greek myths, nymphs could turn themselves into peony flowers to avoid being seen by humans. Even in full bloom, peony petals curl inward protecting their centers. For beautiful women who bloom into the world and hide their magic only for the special ones.
Camellia
A more authentic alternative to the fluffy exuberance of the peonies, the camellia flower is majestic and feminine. The camellia japonica is a type of peony camelia. This flower aesthetic matches perfectly with the shabby chic aesthetic decorations.
Carnation
The symbol of Mother’s Day, the carnation means mother’s eternal love, and its meaning is associated with its appearance where the Virgin Mary’s tears fell. It is also associated with ideas of fascination and distinction.
To me, this flower is one of the most stunning things nature was capable of creating, all its little curves and smooth pink shades, no machine or painting can recreate. The pink and white variety evokes a feeling of distinction and exclusivity
Daffodil
Although much more common in yellow, the white flower with the soft pink cup inside is a rare beauty of nature. This flower’s scientific name is Nacissus due to the Greek legend of the handsome pride man who falls in love with his reflection in the water. A daffodil then blooms to mark his grave.
Dahlia
Another flower in the top three pink aesthetic flowers, the dahlia is a favorite in weddings because it means eternal love, longevity and commitment
Hyacinth
Want to ask for forgiveness from someone: then the hyacinth is the right flower. Meaning please forgive me, this beautiful flower is also in another tragic mythology story, when Apolo, by mistake kills his loved one, Hyacintus. According to the myth, the Hyacinth flower grew from Hyacinth’s blood as Apollo begged for his forgiveness.
Hydrangea
When I picture a unicorn land in my mind, the abundant and round hydrangea blooms are what I see blooming in there. The gorgeous mix of pink and purple creates a mystical cotton candy effect that is feminine, exuberant yet innocent and magical. These quintessential summer flower beauties when in a pink floral aesthetics are popular in French vintage farmhouse decorations and super girly and classy – glam aesthetic decor homes
Pink hydrangeas in the farmhouse decor
Pink hydrangeas in a pink glam decor
Pink hydrangeas in the coastal light blue decor
White fences and pink hydrangeas are on the wishlist of those who chase the American dream home.
Lily
Another common one is a name. Popularly associated with the Virgin Mary Painting of the annunciation and, therefore, meaning purity, fresh life, and innocence.
Orchid
One of the most popular flowers in the world, we look and feel beauty and elegance in an orchid. Also known for being difficult to bloom, and was considered an exotic luxury during the Victorian era. A pink orchid is a perfect flower for demanding, elegant, and feminine women.
Protea
This is such a statement flower. Its shapes and colors show me that femininity can be imposing, majestic, and extensive. No wonder many of them are known as “King Protea”. Proteas’ meaning also comes from Greek myths. In this case, its name means transformation because, just like Proteus, the shapeshifter son of the god Poseidon, the Protea can take many different forms.
What about you: can you also change when you need to, just like a protea, without losing femininity power, and magnificence? Well, in my humble opinion, all women can.
Sweet Pea
I would vote for this one to be the most lovely pink flower aesthetic from this list. Its meaning is “Thank you for a lovely time”. It is not only an adorable romantic and airy aesthetic flower with cute frills, but she also gifts us with a light and sweet heavenly scent.
Tulip
In the top tree pink aesthetic flowers of Instagram, we have roses, peonies, and yes, tulips. The meaning of these beauties is “I declare my love for you”. It comes from a Turkish legend about forbidden love and symbolizes devotion.
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Zinnia
As cheerful and blooming as a beautiful friendship. The pink zinnias symbolize everlasting friendship. That’s because they are easy to grow and abundant.
