Introducing new Rose Bouquets is always a moment of huge excitement at David Austin. After years of careful breeding, cultivation and selection, a new variety finally takes its place within our collection, bringing its own distinctive beauty, fragrance and personality. This year, we are delighted to welcome not one but two exquisite new Rose Bouquets to the Boutique Collection: Ariadne and Ottilie. Like every David Austin Rose, Ottilie and Ariadne represent the craftsmanship and commitment to excellence David Austin is synonymous with, and we cannot wait to share them with you.

Though each possesses a character entirely her own, both of these new roses share a warmth that makes them instantly uplifting. Ottilie enchants with layers of cotton-candy-pink petals and playful confidence, while Ariadne offers a soft radiance, balancing warm salmon tones with calm, thoughtful elegance. Together, they bring two beautifully different expressions of joy. Designed to delight through colour, fragrance and form, Ariadne and Ottilie continue our pursuit of extraordinary roses that feel as special to receive as they are to live alongside.

Ottilie is a rose of joyful abundance. Her pretty cotton-candy tones and softly frilled petals create an immediate sense of delight, while her blooms open from a neat, deep cup into a full, layered rosette rich with texture and movement. There is an unmistakable opulence to her appearance. Each bloom feels beautifully composed, with crepe paper-like petals gathering in generous layers that give her remarkable depth and substance.

Despite her delicate colouring, there is nothing fragile about Ottilie's presence. She arrives with confidence, bringing warmth and personality wherever she is placed. She feels like the friend who sweeps into a gathering in a beautifully layered gown, effortlessly stylish, playful and entirely comfortable in her own company. There is joy in her character, balanced by a quiet sophistication that makes her impossible to overlook.

Her fragrance is equally captivating. An elegant myrrh scent is enriched by a warm heart of ripe apricot and raspberry, creating a fragrance that feels welcoming, uplifting and memorable. Whether chosen as a thoughtful gesture of appreciation, a heartfelt expression of love, or simply to brighten someone's day, Ottilie brings an unmistakable sense of occasion to every moment.

Where Ottilie is playful and expressive, Ariadne offers a more understated elegance. Her warm salmon-pink petals are gently brushed with apricot and dusky rose tones, creating a colour palette that feels both comforting and refined. As her blooms open, they reveal a broad, beautifully even form, giving each rose a softly radiant presence that brings harmony to any setting.

Ariadne possesses a quiet confidence. She captivates through balance, warmth and grace. Her blooms feel open-hearted and generous, with a calm beauty that immediately puts people at ease. She is the rose that gently illuminates a room, bringing softness and tranquillity without ever demanding attention.

Her fragrance reflects this same sense of refinement. A delicate black tea scent is complemented by subtle notes of green banana and violet, creating a fragrance that is fresh, gentle and quietly intriguing. In a bouquet, Ariadne feels thoughtful and sincere. Warm in colour and reassuringly neat in form, she is perfectly suited to moments of gratitude, affection and everyday appreciation.

An easy rose to love from the moment she is unwrapped, Ariadne brings lasting beauty and effortless elegance to both gifting occasions and the home.

Ottilie and Ariadne join the Boutique Collection, a collection dedicated to celebrating the newest additions to the David Austin Rose Bouquet family. Showcasing newly introduced varieties, the Boutique Collection offers an opportunity to experience roses that are entirely distinctive in their colour, fragrance and form, each bringing something fresh and unique to the world of David Austin Roses.

The introduction of a new rose is never taken lightly. Behind every variety lie years of careful breeding, selection and refinement, with only a handful ultimately earning their place within the collection. For this reason, each new introduction represents not only a milestone in our ongoing pursuit of exceptional roses, but also an opportunity to share something entirely new with those who appreciate beauty, craftsmanship and thoughtful luxury.

As the latest additions to the Boutique Collection, Ottilie and Ariadne continue this tradition beautifully. Whether chosen as a thoughtful gift or enjoyed within your own home, these remarkable new Rose Bouquets offer a chance to experience two new expressions of the artistry, character and refinement that define David Austin Roses.