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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

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...

2025 Home Decor Trends

From artisanal glass crafted with cutting-edge techniques to a sophisticated...

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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,...

Best in Blooms Winner and Finalists

Meet the winner and finalists in FR’s flower design contest....

Gift Baskets Year Round

Themed gift baskets provide year-round opportunities to increase...

Day of The Dead Florals

Celebrating Día de los Muertos, “Day of the Dead” provides an...

A Florist’s Guide To Lilies

A classic flower making a big comeback. Lilies are among the most...

Flower Tiara

An alternative-style flower crown has become a signature item for a...

Feature Articles

International Design Stars

We searched the world over to bring you some of today’s most creative and innovative floral artistsBy Kat Castagnoli, AIFD, CFD, CCF The designers you are about to meet might be from the farthest corners of the globe, but they all have one very important thing in...

Global Trends in Floristry 2021

These top trends in the floral industry worldwide can provide inspiration for modifying your business and staying relevant to today’s consumers. By Kat Castagnoli, AIFD, CFD, CCF When you’re in the business of creativity, staying current on the latest trends can give...

Best in Blooms May 2021

Florists’ Review is thrilled to present the winner and the other three finalists in our new “Best in Blooms” contest series. Over 75 talented floral designers from across the country submitted photos of their floral design work for our jury’s consideration in this...

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Industry News

Creative Ways to Use QR Codes for Gifting

Mar 24, 2025 | Floral Business News

Technology has opened up new ways to personalize and elevate the experience of giving and receiving gifts. Let’s explore five creative ways to use QR codes...

Mayesh Presents A Workshop Series with Sue McLeary

Mar 14, 2025 | creativity and education

Join Sue as she shares her expertise, guiding you to push boundaries and transform flowers into sculptural masterpieces. Workshops run April–November across...

Smithers-Oasis Launches Plant-Based Floral Foam

Big News! Smithers-Oasis has launched a new plant-based floral foam - OASIS®...

TFF Partners with Philadelphia Flower Show

That Flower Feeling is excited announce their participation in this years...

U.S. places hold on 25% tariff on Colombian imports

A resolution was reached, placing a hold on the proposed tariff. Full Article...

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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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Dynamic New Convention Design

Hand-tied Bouquet for Valentine’s Day

Sublime Succulent Wearables

Versatile Trans-seasonal Centerpiece Tutorial

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The Wow Factor: The 10 Commandments of Creating Lifetime Customers

Jul 13, 2023

By Tra Williams Everyone has experienced this at one time or another: What you thought was going to be a simple everyday transaction for a product or service turned out to be an experience that earned your lifetime loyalty as a customer. Sadly, it doesn’t happen very...

What Is a CSA, and How Can One Help Your Flower-growing Business?

Jul 10, 2023

By Tonneli Grüetter In recent years, small-scale flower farmers have gained a new secret weapon: code-name “CSA,” which is an initialism for Community Supported Agriculture. The basic function of a CSA is to create a season-long stable and predictable stream of income...