Editor's note

While September means fall in most countries, in the UAE it’s still summer with high temperatures, blazing sunshine and no sign of rain. Although you might want nothing more than to lounge by the pool, it’s time to settle back into normal life. This year though, we make the transition with great ease as we enjoy the shortened work hours and extended vacations that come with Ramadan. Make saying goodbye to summer just as fun as the season itself with creative welcoming and housewarming floral gifts and designs!

Novelties & Trends

Whether you’re welcoming someone back, offering them a hostess gift, or wanting to celebrate any happy occasion, the ultimate gift is and will forever be the phalaenopsis plant. Once thought of as the flower of the spas due to its Zen appearance, it is now a universal gift of class and elegance suitable for any age, gender and celebration. Order your phalaenopsis in an array of colors or go for a classic white one. Exotica’s orchids are flown in exclusively from where they grow best to ensure you receive the highest of quality and longer lasting blooms.

Fresh Picks

Say I love you for no reason with a bouquet brighter than the sun. Spoil yourself with a floral indulgence just for the sake of it. There never has to be a reason for flowers nor for loving yourself. And though fall is a time where trees are barren and leaves turn orange. At Exotica we have no such thing and flowers bloom and blossom just as they do in the midst of spring. Order and enjoy a spring bouquet of bright colors. Celebrate the one who deserves it the most, YOU!

Hot And Happening

This month will bring with it Eid el Fitr which marks the conclusion of Ramadan. A festive celebration, this holiday brings family and friends together in love and happiness. After an entire month of fasting till sunset, Eid is celebrated usually with loved ones around midday meals and in some occasions gifts are exchanged. Homes can be decorated with flowers and sweets are usually offered. And if you do not take part in Eid, you will still be entitled to a couple days off for some relaxation, a small trip or a mini adventure.

Plants

Remember grandma’s house with the hanging plants? Now these same plants have made a comeback with a brand new twist. No longer do they hang from wicker baskets on balconies next to lawn chairs; they are now decorative items used both indoors and out. Among the most common of these plants are the rhipsalis and ivy. Drape cabinet tops and shelves with lovely vines and dangling leaves. They serve as great cover-ups to less appealing home fixtures and undesirable objects.

Green Tips

Make your meals homemade in more ways than one! Grow your own herbs at home and garnish your food with herbs that are organic and fresh. Exotica is offering a new line of herbs in pots that decorate your kitchen and dishes equally. In ceramic painted containers, you can grow your favorite herbs of basil and cilantro and even plant your own peppers and tomatoes. Skip the plastic bags and the carbon footprint of going to the store to purchase your favorite ingredients and reach for your home grown ones.

Flowerature

For those of you who don’t know much about the Eid or are starting to teach children about it, this poem is a good way to pass the message or simply share with others.
Eid poem

Eid is fun and great
It's time to celebrate

Eid Mubarak to everyone come on
Let's have lots of fun!

Everyone's going to the mosque to pray
People are grateful, it's a special day.

"Mmmm"... the taste of the delicious food
Really puts you in a good mood.

Everybody's wearing their posh clothes
And the guys are cruising in their
Flashy cars on the roads.

Children opening their gifts with smiles
On their faces and having fun going
Out to different places.

All of a sudden the day comes to an end
Well what can I say...
Thank you for a lovely day!!!
by Shaz and Taz, High Wycombe

Fab Finds

A find that’s fabulous on many levels, this month we have selected a floral tea set that you can buy separately or with all its accompanying additions depending on your budget. With a season full of reasons to give gifts, decide on how much of this one gift your recipient is worth! From one teacup and saucer embedded with flowers to an entire set with a matching teapot, you can add on as many as you like. There’s no need to break the bank to buy something that’s just fabulous!

© 2009 Exotica Emirates LLC

Retail Showroom and Office
Abu Dhabi Tourist Club Area near Abu Dhabi Mall P O Box: 54775, Abu Dhabi
Tel: +971 2 6444416 Fax: +971 2 6447749

Retail Workshop & Office
Al Quoz, Dubai
Tel: +971 4 347 3260 Fax: +971 4 347 3261

info@exoticaemirates.com www.ExoticaEmirates.com
Before you print this or other documents, please consider the environment.