The Secret Language of Roses - Rose Colour Meanings, Folklore & Victorian Floriography

🌹 The Secret Language of Roses: Colour Meanings, Folklore & Victorian Floriography 🌹
Roses may be timeless, but their colours tell very different stories—of love, jealousy, secrecy, and sorrow. In this video, we explore the hidden meanings behind different coloured roses, from ancient mythology to Victorian love letters and modern symbolism.
What do Roses symbolise?
Uncover the stories behind:

🌹 Red Roses
• Symbolism: True love, passion, courage, respect
• History & Folklore:
◦ Associated with Aphrodite (Greek) and Venus (Roman), goddesses of love. Legend says red roses grew from the ground where Aphrodite’s tears and Adonis’ blood fell.
◦ Used in Roman feasts as symbols of luxury and secrecy (origin of “sub rosa” = under the rose).
• Victorian Floriography: A universal symbol of romantic love, desire, and deep affection.

🤍 White Roses
• Symbolism: Innocence, purity, reverence, humility, remembrance
• History & Folklore:
◦ Sacred in Christian tradition—white roses represent the Virgin Mary and purity of soul.
◦ Used in weddings to symbolize new beginnings and spiritual union.
◦ Emblem of the House of York in the Wars of the Roses.
• Victorian Floriography: Spiritual love, youth, and silence or secrecy.

💛 Yellow Roses
• Symbolism: Friendship, joy, renewal, sometimes jealousy
• History & Folklore:
◦ In Victorian times, yellow roses symbolized jealousy and infidelity.
◦ Over time, the meaning evolved to reflect platonic love and warmth, especially in the Americas.
◦ In Eastern traditions, yellow can symbolize sacredness or prosperity.
• Victorian Floriography: Originally jealousy, now more associated with cheerful affection.

🩷 Pink Roses
• Symbolism: Gratitude, admiration, elegance, grace
• History & Folklore:
◦ Some of the oldest cultivated rose varieties were pink.
◦ Featured in Renaissance paintings to signify delicate or noble love.
◦ Used in Christian iconography to represent joy and gentle virtues.
• Victorian Floriography:
◦ Light pink: Admiration and gentle affection
◦ Dark pink: Thankfulness and appreciation

🧡 Orange Roses
• Symbolism: Enthusiasm, fascination, energy, desire
• History & Folklore:
◦ A modern hybrid, orange roses were cultivated in the early 20th century by crossing red and yellow roses.
◦ Given to express fascination or budding passion, without the heavy implication of romantic commitment.
• Victorian Floriography: Not widely used in the 1800s, but today implies fiery passion or admiration mixed with excitement.

💜 Lavender (Purple) Roses
• Symbolism: Enchantment, mystery, majesty, love at first sight
• History & Folklore:
◦ A rare and striking rose colour, linked to royalty and enchantment.
◦ Associated with feelings of awe and wonder toward someone or something extraordinary.
• Victorian Floriography: Majestic beauty, love at first sight, or fascination from afar.

🌈 Multicolored Roses
• Symbolism: Whimsy, diversity, joyful celebration, creative expression
• History & Folklore:
◦ These are modern creations—dyed or genetically modified for visual appeal.
◦ Popular in contemporary floral arrangements for parties, pride celebrations, and artistic expression.
• Modern Floriography: Represents complex emotions, multifaceted personalities, and nontraditional love.

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Timeline
00:00 The Secret Language of Roses
00:04 The meaning of Red Roses
00:28 The meaning of White Roses
00:51 The meaning of Yellow Roses
01:14 The meaning of Pink Roses
01:37 The meaning of Orange Roses
02:00 The meaning of Purple Roses
02:24 The meaning of Multi-coloured Roses

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