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Posted February 7, 2006
Sandra de Ovando is, hands-down, my favorite floral designer. We see a lot of flower arrangements in this office, and the first time I was sent one of hers I couldn’t believe it. I had never seen anything like it, but now I always see knock-offs. Considering that my least favorite Hallmark holiday is just around the corner, I propose a gift of one of her arrangements for your loved one—or yourself. This tray of roses is $125. I don’t even like roses that much, but this design appeals to the minimalist in me.
$125 at Ovando, 337 Bleecker St., near Christopher St.; 212-924-7848; ovandony.com.