There is something special about walking into a florist that I have not been able to let go of since I was a little boy. I remember going to florists with my mother to be treated to one of the most beautiful smells as the fragrances of the blooms mingle to create a heady whole. I got just this sensation when walking into Flowers Due North, a new florist on O’Connell Street, on the city end just near the Cibo. The interior is painted dark and there is a slightly moody feel, but to me this really made the colours of the flowers really pop out. They stocked an interesting array of flowers, and the staff are friendly. I had a good chat to the lady behind the counter who was very helpful in getting together the type of arrangement I needed. I get the impression that whatever your needs are they are willing to work with you to get a bespoke outcome, which is great in this day and age of cookie-cutter flower arrangements. Certainly this florist is now on my go-to list for flowers.