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Our September Issue

Welcome to our new edition of Florists’ Review! As always, we strive to provide our readers with the latest trends and insights in the world of floristry.

  • The Cultural Code of Cut Flowers
  • Regional Wedding Trends
  • Autumn Wedding Contest Winners
  • Modern and Modular
  • Romantic Wedding Centerpiece
  • How to Attract and Win High-end Wedding Clients
  • New Prescriptions for Rising Health Costs
  • Collaboration is Key
  • Coming Events and More

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Proflora 2025: Where the World of Flowers Meet

Proflora 2025: Where the World of Flowers Meet

Every two years, Bogotá becomes the epicenter of the global floral industry—and in 2025, the energy will be stronger than ever. From October 1–3, Proflora returns to the Corferias Convention Center, bringing breeders, growers, exporters, florists, and floral...

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Rosaprima wins “Best in Show”

Rosaprima wins “Best in Show”

Rosaprima is proud to announce that they have won "Best in Show" at the 2025 SAF Outstanding Varieties Competition.This award is a testament to the hard work and passion of the Rosaprima team. The Natura Moderna Dolce spray ranunculus from the new Floraprima...

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Florabundance Featured on National TV

Florabundance Featured on National TV

Carpinteria’s Florabundance Featured on National TV in World’s Greatest!... Carpinteria-based Florabundance, a cornerstone of the Central Coast’s floral industry, is proud to be featured in the national television series World’s Greatest!... (Season 24, Episode 398)....

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Two Alexandra Farms Garden Rose Varieties Earn Ribbons

Two Alexandra Farms Garden Rose Varieties Earn Ribbons

Two Alexandra Farms Garden Rose Varieties Earn Ribbons at SAF's 2025 Outstanding Varieties Competition We are pleased to announce that Alexandra Farms won two awards in the Cut Garden Rose category at this year's Society of American Florists' (SAF)...

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2025 Holiday Trends

Big bows, bold blooms and vintage vibes capture the spotlight. By Kat Castagnoli, AIFD, CCF In a season brimming with velvet ribbons, oversized ornaments and cozy color palettes, this year’s holiday decor trends are all about curated contrast. Think maximalism meets...

Seed Breeding for Healthy Resistance

Take an inside look at how a leader in breed development delivers innovation to the flower industry. By Bianca Bina Every ruffle of a petal, every shade of a beloved hue, each delicate fragrance and all the unique qualities that make every flower distinctively...

Decking the Halls for Profit: How Florists Can Build a Holiday Installation Business

Every year, offices, hotels, and retail spaces scramble to transform their interiors for the holidays. From lush garlands cascading over grand staircases to lobby trees twinkling with designer ornaments, holiday décor is no longer an afterthought—it’s a branding...

“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 gorgeous blooms can be a...

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 be an aphrodisiac; rosemary...

FEATURES

Remarkable Women in Floristry

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 of floristry, with 87 percent...

26th Annual “Picture Perfect Weddings Contest”

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 designs that transform...

American Floral Trends Forecast 2025

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 set to shake up the way florists...

New Podcast Episode

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 designer Beth O'Reilly and...

2024 “Reader’s Choice Awards”

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 Awards,” where our community comes...

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TRENDS

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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...

A Florist’s Guide to Indian Weddings

The abundance of flowers—and business opportunities—in multi-day Indian nuptials. By Nita...

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...

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DESIGN TUTORIALS

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A Vintage-inspired Wedding Bouquet

A Vintage-inspired Wedding Bouquet

Roses in soft, romantic hues complement a beautiful antique silk ribbon. Presented by Alexandra Farms Floral design and text by Belinda Bennett, The Rose Thief Floral Studio, Hatfield, Mass. Photographer/Videographer: Rebecca Castonguay, Rebecca Castonguay Photography, West...

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A Tablescape for Spring Events

A Tablescape for Spring Events

Go bold with a polychromatic color scheme. Floral design, text and photos by Lea Romanowski, AIFD, CAFA, CFD Designing on the Edge Calgary, Alberta, Canada Presented by Oasis Floral Products My inspiration: my best friend, while lying in a meadow and looking outward,...

Prom Bouquet and Traditional Wrist Corsage

Prom Bouquet and Traditional Wrist Corsage

Elevate your flower design offerings with ribbon. Floral design, photos and text by Nita Robertson, AIFD Presented by Reliant Ribbon company Prom season brings an exciting opportunity to showcase both timeless traditions and modern trends in flower design. While...

Fantastical Fall Install

Fantastical Fall Install

A dynamic suspended design for seasonal occasions and events Floral design, photos and text by Paulina Nieliwocki Blue Jasmine Floral Berkeley Heights, N.J. The soft curves and blended textures in this suspended floral design celebrate the autumn season’s bounty and...

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BUSINESS AND MARKETING

The Power of Flower Arrangement Recipes

The Power of Flower Arrangement Recipes

Take the guesswork out of calculating your true costs and profit margins. By Nita Robertson, AIFD In the fast paced and ever evolving world of floristry, creativity and efficiency must go hand in hand. Whether designing for daily orders, weddings or large-scale events, having a...

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Prom Season: A Blooming Opportunity for Florists

Prom Season: A Blooming Opportunity for Florists

By Nita Robertson, AIFD Sponsored by Fitz Design Tips to Grow Your Prom Business For high school students, prom represents a magical night filled with excitement, style and self-expression.  Prom season is about more than just a dance. It celebrates youth and...

Marketing International Women’s Day

Marketing International Women’s Day

Tips for creating a strategic marketing plan that will make this March 8 worldwide celebration a major flower-giving occasion By Nita Robertson, AIFD International Women’s Day (IWD), celebrated annually on March 8, is a powerful global observance that honors the...

Managing Stress During Busy Seasons

Managing Stress During Busy Seasons

Tips for achieving higher performance and a better balance by Christi Lopez, EMC The magic of what we, as florists, do often lies in how we bring beauty and emotions to life through flowers. Whether it’s a wedding, a funeral or a special celebration, we are there to...

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CREATIVITY AND EDUCATION

Invest in Yourself to Up Your Business Savvy

Invest in Yourself to Up Your Business Savvy

Our comprehensive guide to business education features 25 incredible courses available for FREE. By Tonneli Grüetter Whether you’re looking to launch a new flower business or manage an established shop that’s hit a knowledge ceiling, you’re not alone. Every florist, at some...

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Unveiling the Beauty of Hydrangea

Unveiling the Beauty of Hydrangea

By Nita Robertson, AIFD Hydrangea, with voluminous blooms, a range of bloom types and a broad color palette, have long been cherished by florists for their versatility as mass flowers that add texture, stunning color and modern elegance to any design. With year-round...

The Enchantment of Cut Flower Breeding

The Enchantment of Cut Flower Breeding

Insights into the lengthy, painstaking and expensive process of developing new flower varieties. By Nita Robertson, AIFD It all begins with the seed. Around the world, plant breeders are working in labs and greenhouses to develop better cut flowers for florists and...

Bucket-list Floral Experiences

Bucket-list Floral Experiences

The top flower and garden shows, exhibitions, festivals and tours across the world that, once attended, will be among the highlights of one’s life. By Jill Brooke When thinking about bucket-list flower experiences, some obvious choices come to mind. However, there are...

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