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Our August 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.

  • Instagram Star Feature
  • 2025 Holiday Trends
  • Decking the Halls for Profit
  • Seed Breading for Healthy Resistance
  • Handcrafted Paper Flowers
  • Summer Citrus Garden Tutorial
  • The Procrastinator’s Guide
  • Boost Your Brand with Canva
  • Protecting Your Floral Business
  • Holiday Sales Boosters
  • Coming Events and more!

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LATEST NEWS

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Blooms across California’s Central Coast

Blooms across California’s Central Coast

In late July coastal towns of central California were transformed into displays of floral artistry celebrating the 30th anniversary of Florabundance. Full article here Source: floraldaily US: Blooms across California's Central Coast to celebrate 30 years of...

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The Gateway To The Americas Floral Design Competition 2024

The Gateway To The Americas Floral Design Competition 2024

Celebrating Floral Excellence: The Gateway To The Americas International Floral Design Competition 2024 By Nita Robertson AIFD Last week in Panama, floral designers from around the world gathered to compete in the Gateway to the Americas Cup Floral Design Competition....

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Principles and Elements of Floral Design

Principles and Elements of Floral Design

Learning the proper principles, elements, mechanics and techniques to achieve floral design mastery will help you to expand your skills and truly enjoy the artform. Sharon McGukin AIFD, Smithers-Oasis Design Director, shares her knowledge on the foundation of floral...

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Georgia Governor Proclaims September Balloon Month 

Georgia Governor Proclaims September Balloon Month 

This recognition highlights the joy balloons bring and the significant economic impact of the balloon industry in Georgia and worldwide, achieved with the support of Bob Burton, COO of burton + BURTON® Full press release below Source: burton and Burton Georgia...

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Best in Blooms Contest May 2021

Best in Blooms Contest May 2021

BEST IN BLOOMS CONTESTWin a Florist Profile feature in Florists' Review magazine and have your work featured across all of our social media platforms, be a guest on our Lunch and Learn YouTube/Facebook series, AND win a $500 credit with BallSB and more!!!! Submit your...

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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...

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 chosen to honor the mothers...

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...

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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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FLORIST SPOTLIGHT

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DESIGN TUTORIALS

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Lush Garden Design

Lush Garden Design

A lovely garden-style arrangement features decorative design elements from Smithers-Oasis—including black floral foam. Floral design, photos, video and text by Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Presented by Smithers-Oasis North America This modern garden-style design...

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Small Designs

Small Designs

Anyone who has entered a floral design competition or taken part in an in-person evaluation for a floral design credential knows that “flowers to wear” is a commonly tested category. Careful consideration of line and depth is the key to winning designs in this category. Read more here…

Tropical Flower Arrangement

Tropical Flower Arrangement

You will love this exploration of tropical flowers as Leanne creates a lavish arrangement with flowers from Green Point Nurseries. Watch now…

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BUSINESS AND MARKETING

Private Labeling: Local, Personalized, Profitable

Private Labeling: Local, Personalized, Profitable

Discover how “private labeled” products can resonate with today’s consumers, expand your brand and generate greater sales. By Melinda R. Cordell How do I love thee, private-label products? Let me count the ways. 1. Private labeling allows you to add to your brand with little...

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Houseplant Boom

Houseplant Boom

Houseplant Appeal Grows with Younger Generations Millennials and multi-generation businesses are key factors for increased houseplant sales. By Brenda Silva Millennials and the oldest third of Generation Z are key demographics spurring the demand for houseplants, and...

Flower Photography Guide

Flower Photography Guide

Documenting your fabulous floral designs in photos is becoming increasing important for your marketing efforts. Here are nine tips for taking better flower photos. By Tonneli Grüetter The global cut flower industry is expected to grow to more than $49 million in...

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CREATIVITY AND EDUCATION

Instagram Star of the Month

Instagram Star of the Month

20 Questions with Floral Designer Sophie Powell 1. Where can people find you on social media? SP: Instagram @u.fl.o.sophie 2. Where are you located? SP: London, U.K. 3. What is your business name: SP: U.FL.O.—Unidentified Floral Object 4. Who is your favorite floral social...

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FTD’s 2021 Makeover Magic

FTD’s 2021 Makeover Magic

ONE-HUNDRED-TWENTY-SIX-YEAR-OLD ROTH FLORIST, IN LAFAYETTE, IND., WAS THE RECIPIENT OF FTD’S NINTH- ANNUAL MAGICAL SHOP MAKEOVER. The impact of a flower shop’s appearance, matched with incredible customer service, can make all the difference in that shop’s...

Best in Blooms Winner and Finalists

Best in Blooms Winner and Finalists

Meet the winner and finalists in FR’s flower design contest. Alexandra Farms Edition By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Florists’ Review is again excited to present the finalists in our November “Best in Blooms” flower design contest. We received more than 30 entries...

Gift Baskets Year Round

Gift Baskets Year Round

Themed gift baskets provide year-round opportunities to increase sales with upsell items. By Brenda Silva Among the most traditional gift and gourmet baskets are seasonal fruit baskets and fancier baskets with chocolates and/or other sweet treats. Both of these types...

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