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American Floral Trends Forecast 2023
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“Green” Weddings

These florists inspire us to adopt more eco-friendly and sustainable practices for wedding designs. By Kat Castagnoli, AIFD As floral designers know, flowers can have a huge impact on a wedding in the best way. But did you know those same...

Beyond the Bouquet

How florists are breaking the boundaries of personal flowers. By Molly Lucille Bridal bouquets have adorned wedding parties throughout human history. Ancient brides carried bundles of symbolic herbs and blooms, such as dill, considered to...

Managing Mother’s Day

Make the most of this lucrative holiday. By Nita Robertson, AIFD Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Are you ready for it? This special holiday is a cornerstone for the flower industry, as flowers consistently rank among the top gifts...

Remarkable Women in Floristry

Join Us in Celebrating International Women’s Day By Molly Lucille Every International Women’s Day, Florists’ Review honors the influential women that help form the beautiful community that is our industry. Women are the backbone...

26th Annual “Picture Perfect Weddings Contest”

By Nita Robertson, AIFD Sponsored by Alexandra Farms and Fitz Design For 26 years, florists have enthusiastically shared photos of their work for our annual “Picture Perfect Weddings Contest.” Each year, we are captivated by breathtaking...

American Floral Trends Forecast 2025

An exploration of five major trends that will influence floral design this year. Anthologized and written by Tonneli Grüetter and Molly Lucille The flower industry is poised for an exciting transformation in 2025, with five bold trends...

New Podcast Episode

Please join us for our latest episode of the Flower Hour with Florists Review. In this episode Florist’ Review talks with the talented floral designer Beth O'Reilly and Laura Walsh, marketing director at Smithers-Oasis NA. Guests: Floral...

2024 “Reader’s Choice Awards”

Celebrating Your Favorites FR’s second annual recognition of our readers’ favorite designers—and more—of the year By Molly Lucille As 2024 winds to a close, we’re thrilled to announce the return of our second annual “Reader’s Choice...

Australia’s Floral Revolution

A look at the trend-setting florists on the continent down under—and their floral design aesthetics By Tonneli Grüetter Move over demure pastels and mindful greenery; Australia’s flower scene is having a major moment, and it’s anything...

“Best in Blooms”

Celebrating Creativity and Innovation in Floral Design Meet the winner and finalists in FR’s latest flower design contest By Nita Robertson, AIFD Sponsored by Alexandra Farms and OASIS Floral Products Florists’ Review is excited to...

Industry News

Duel of the Delphiniums

Ball SB, Details Flowers Software, and The Society of American Florists are...

FAM Flower Farm Expands Product Range

FAM Flower Farm has been working with Biancheri Creazione, an Italian breeder...

A Demand for Flowers with Sandy, Nude Tones

After hearing from floral designers that they needed more focal flowers with...

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Holiday Décor with Ribbon: What’s Trending

Sponsored by Reliant Ribbon Trending Uses for Ribbon in Holiday Decorating: Seasonal porch and patio pots are created 2–4 times a year, often using permanent botanicals (though fresh is also an option). These can be coordinated with door décor such as wreaths and...

A Florist’s Guide to Indian Weddings

The abundance of flowers—and business opportunities—in multi-day Indian nuptials. By Nita Robertson, AIFD Indian weddings are among the most visually spectacular and culturally rich celebrations in the world. Known for their grandeur, vibrant colors and elaborate...

At the Altar, Down the Aisle: Ceremony Floral Trends

By Molly Lucille In the thick of wedding season, it can happen fast. We can lose ourselves during this hectic time and feel like each wedding begins to blur together. We can fall into the trap of losing touch with the importance of the wedding ceremony. The ceremony...

The Value of Vessels

Making the case about the importance role containers play in creating the perfect floral designs By Jill Brooke At the recent Fleurs de Villes “ARTISTE” show in New York City’s Hudson Yards, florist Lorena Eni, owner of LEF/Lorena Eni Flowers in the borough of...

Embracing the Evolving Trends in Sympathy Flowers

By Nita Robertson, AIFD Presented by Smither-Oasis Sympathy flowers have long been a heartfelt way to express sorrow, love and support to grieving families. But as funeral traditions change and consumer preferences shift, florists are being called upon to adapt,...

The Founding of Florists’ Review

As Florists’ Review celebrates its 125th anniversary...

Flower Flash

A new book from celebrated New York City florist Lewis Miller...

Let the Buying Begin

There is no substitute for an in-person experience, and Las...

Valentine’s Day Contest Winners

Every February 14, lovers worldwide celebrate with flowers. Across...

Reflections of a Starry Winter Night

A nontraditional seasonal design inspired by a nighttime stroll...

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July 2021 “Best in Blooms” Winner

Meet the winner and other finalists in FR's new bimonthly flower design contest. Florists’ Review is excited to present the finalists in the second installment of our new “Best in Blooms” contest series—the theme of which is “The Great Gatsby.” More than 70 floral...

Holiday Gift and Planning Guide

PRODUCT IDEAS AND TIPS FOR MERCHANDISING, MARKETING, STAFFING AND MORE, TO HELP MAKE THE COMING WINTER HOLIDAY SEASON YOUR BEST EVER By Jennifer Howard 2021 is poised to bring holiday celebrations back in earnest, and consumers will be amped up for renewed holiday...

Christmas Trends 2021

Getting ready to deck your clients’ halls? Make sure you’re in tune with these three dominant trends for the coming holiday season. By : Kat Castagnoli, AIFD, CFD, CCF The holidays are just around the corner. If you haven’t started thinking about trends in containers,...

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Industry News

Meet The Duel of the Delphiniums Contestants!

Mar 28, 2025 | creativity and education

The floral world is about to witness a spectacular showdown as 16 of the industry's most talented designers step into the ring for the Duel of the...

How to Use AI in the Floral Industry

Mar 24, 2025 | Floral Business News

Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the floral industry. It’s helping businesses manage inventory, forecast trends, and improve customer service. Full...

Introducing Redvolution: A New Era for Red Roses

A stunning new red rose has entered the market. Rosaprima is proud to...

CalFlowers Welcomes Lane DeVries as Executive Director

CalFlowers is thrilled to announce the appointment of Lane DeVries as...

Blooming Innovations Introduces New Hydrangea Variety

Following the four Delphinium varieties launched previously by Blooming...

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Sunshine and Zest

Create this lively and lovely tablescape for a springtime brunch. Floral design and text...

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Safeguard Your Business: Insurance Secrets Every Florist Should Know

Aug 1, 2023

By Melinda R. Cordell Maybe insurance is the least sexiest topic ever. But that all changes when a stolen car crashes into your storefront. In July 2022, Native Poppy in South Park, San Diego, California, was coming out of the pandemic and getting back to...

Special Care for Summer Flowers

Jul 24, 2023

By Terril A. Nell, Ph.D., AAF Research Coordinator at the American Floral Endowment Professor Emeritus of Floriculture at the University of Florida Summer provides a host of seasonal cut flowers to expand the palette of flower colors and forms. Many summer flowers may...