NEW ISSUE
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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LATEST NEWS

A Gift from BloomNation
Get up to $500 as an early gift for partnering with BloomNation by November 30th. BloomNation is the all-in-one solution for florists with custom websites, PoS, And marketing galore! A Message from BloomNation Winter holidays are...

Florists’ Review Visits the IFTF and Trade Fair Aalsmeer
By Nita Robertson AIFD Last week, Florists' Review embarked on an exciting trip to the Netherlands for two of the most highly anticipated events in the floral industry: the International Floriculture Trade Fair (IFTF) and the Trade Fair Aalsmeer . These annual...

Fall Floral Inspiration with Ball SB
Enjoy some fall inspiration from Ball SB. Fall into Floral Presented by Ball SB Embrace autumn’s vibrant symphony and celebrate natures most cozy months, where the season’s rich tapestry of colors come alive in every bloom. From the deep fiery reds, to the warm golden...

Mayesh Introduces Farm Direct BoxLots
Mayesh has introduced Farm Direct BoxLots, delivering premium, farm-fresh flowers to florists. Introducing Farm Direct BoxLots Source Mayesh On the hunt for flowers straight from the farm? Look no further! Our Farm Direct BoxLots program is...
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Picture Perfect Weddings
Meet the winners of Florists’ Review’s 23rd annual “Picture Perfect Weddings” contest. By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD “A picture is worth a thousand words.” For a bride and groom, photos capture memories of intangible moments from the happiest day of...

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DESIGN TUTORIALS
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Autumn Trios
A simple but sophisticated composite design celebrates the beauty of fall. Floral design, photos and text by Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Inspired by the fall season, I wanted to create an easy yet modern composite design that can would be appropriate for any autumn celebration or...

Classic White Bridal Bouquet
Using wire rings, sparkling wired-crystal garland, the most incredible ‘Princess Miyuki’ garden roses from Alexandra farms and fragrant white peonies, Erik takes a classic style bridal bouquet and elevates it to a luscious modern sparkly bouquet.

Post-wedding Brunch Buffet Design
This innovative centerpiece idea offers beauty—and versatility—for buffet tables at all types of celebratory events. Created by Erik Witcraft, AIFD, CFD, and featuring flowers from Rio Roses/Equiflor, it’s perfect for any event, just imagine it for an Easter or Mother’s Day buffet!

Gathered Around Nature
Creating a captivating tablescape or in-store display starts with great components. Here, floral designer Erik Witcraft,AIFD, CFD, pulls together a stunning collection of decorative accessories which can be adjusted for any season, occasion or color scheme.
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BUSINESS AND MARKETING

Learning To Say No to a Zillion Requests for Free Flowers
By Jill Brooke On any given day, Joost Bongaerts, owner and CEO of Carpinteria, Calif.-based flower wholesaler Florabundance, juggles countless calls and requests. Aside from fulfilling thousands of orders for fresh cut flowers around the United States, the Dutch-born...

American Floral Endowment: Your Partner for Success
From care and handling best practices to employee recruitment tools, AFE partners with florists to solve industry challenges and invest in future industry success—all of which helps their businesses thrive. By Julie Martens Forney Where do you find inspiration?...

Why Buy Local Flowers?
LocalFlowers.org is an easy-to-use website brought to you by the Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers (ASCFG), a nonprofit trade association dedicated to uniting and educating growers of cut flowers. Searchable by city or ZIP...

Five Steps for Time Management Success
Simple tips for creative minds to get workloads under control and projects accomplished. By Shawn Michael Foley, AIFD, CFD, PFCI The topic of time always seems to be a touchy subject with florists, especially because there never seems to be enough of it. Whether...
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CREATIVITY AND EDUCATION

Picture Perfect Weddings
Meet the winners of Florists’ Review’s 24th annual “Picture Perfect Weddings” contest. By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD For 24 years, florists have eagerly sent submissions to our annual “Picture Perfect Weddings” contest. This year, once again, we received amazing and...

In Season: Amaryllis
By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Botanical/Scientific Name: Hippeastrum spp. Common Names: Amaryllis, Barbados lily Plant Family: Amaryllidaceae/Amaryllis Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) is a stunning bulbous plant. In the flower industry, it is sold...

Hat Box Arrangement
Orlando’s The Floral Way Studio has established two branding “trademarks,” both of which have created a unique and instantly recognizable identity for the business and its design work. Floral design by Johnny Ramos Establishing a “signature style” for your flower...

Flower Bulb Day is in Celebration of International Women’s Day
Tulip growers in the United States, together with their European flower bulbs suppliers are organizing another Flower Bulb Day to celebrate International Women’s Day. For more information go to FlowerBulbDay.com. A bouquet of tulips is the perfect way to honor the...