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Our December 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.

  • Readers’ Choice Awards
  • The Art and the Algorithm of Valentine’s Day
  • Florist Spotlight
  • Wired for Love
  • For the Camera Shy
  • Retail Forecast 2026
  • Coming Events

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LATEST NEWS

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Design Master Unveils New Global Website

Design Master Unveils New Global Website

Empowering floral designers to explore color and imagine new possibilities KENT, Ohio USA - 7 October 2025 - Design Master, a division of Smithers-Oasis and a leader in floral color sprays and dyes specially formulated for fresh flowers, introduces its newly...

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AFE 2025-26 educational grants fueling growth

AFE 2025-26 educational grants fueling growth

September 10, 2025 Supporting education that inspires, informs and prepares the floral industry for a bright future is one of the American Floral Endowment’s core funding programs. This year, 17 organizations were awarded educational grants totaling...

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Hydrangea Decor for Fabulous Fall Tables

Hydrangea Decor for Fabulous Fall Tables

By Jill Brooke Photo: Flowerpowerdaily The Hampton Classic is always my go-to place to survey the best table scapes trends of the year. I was particularly impressed with how hydrangeas were used in a variety of tables to beautifully transition from summer to the...

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The Art (and Algorithm) of Valentine’s Day 2026 

How AI, sustainability and emotional design are transforming one of the industry’s biggest days.  By Kat Castagnoli, AIFD  With Valentine’s Day 2026 landing on a Saturday, florists nationwide are bracing for a complex mix of opportunity and chaos. The good news?...

Guided by Nature 

Korean floral design beckons tranquility in a hectic world.  By Bianca Bina  Spacious, balanced and natural. Grounded in foundational principles, Korean design is built on a simple yet intentional framework that embraces ethereal, asymmetric forms. Every element...

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...

FEATURES

Houseplants for Profit

Houseplants for Profit

The latest info on today’s houseplant market, along with the hottest trends and marketing ideas. By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Selling plants can be profitable; however, choosing the right niche is critical. That niche can include green houseplants, flowering plants,...

“Best in Blooms” Winner and Finalists

“Best in Blooms” Winner and Finalists

Sponsored by Alexandra Farms and Smithers-Oasis North America. Meet the winner and finalists in FR’s latest flower design contest. By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Florists’ Review is delighted to present the winner and finalists in our November “Best in Blooms” flower...

Fabulous Foliages (and More) for Fall

Fabulous Foliages (and More) for Fall

By Nita Robertson AIFD, CFD For florists, “fall” foliages and fruit-bearing branches can provide a rich and diverse palette of colors, textures and shapes to incorporate into flower arrangements, bouquets and other decorative creations. They also add depth and...

Florists’ Review’s Autumn Wedding Contest 2023

Florists’ Review’s Autumn Wedding Contest 2023

Meet the winners of our annual seasonal design competition. By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD The autumn season provides an enchanting environment for weddings—particularly outdoor events—with its unique blend of natural beauty and comfortable weather. The season’s turning...

10 Florists to Know in London

10 Florists to Know in London

The capital city of England and the United Kingdom boasts an embarrassment of riches when it comes to luxury florist companies—from revered institutions to newer cutting-edge trendsetters. Here are 10 that are worthy of knowing and following on social media. By Jill...

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TRENDS

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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Carithers Flowers

Carithers Flowers

 Voted best florist for 16 consecutive years by Atlanta magazine, Carithers Flowers has been a staple in that city since the 1970s. A long tradition of excellence has been successfully carried on for a second generation…

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Spectacular Spring Picnic

Spectacular Spring Picnic

This cascading color-blocked creation makes a dazzling focal point. Floral design and text by Ana Vivas Aniska Creations, Miami, Florida Photos by Simon Ruiz and Aniska Creations Presented by Rosaprima Welcome to a vibrant and joyful floral design inspired by the essence of...

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Lush Natural Garden Arch

Lush Natural Garden Arch

The luxuriant look of untamed growth captured in a sustainably designed floral structure Floral design, photography and text by Paulina Nieliwocki Blue Jasmine Floral, Berkeley Heights, N.J. Presented by Danziger Inspired by the enchanting beauty of Danziger’s new...

Mystic Crystals

Mystic Crystals

Introducing extraordinary new products that will add an exciting new element to bridal bouquets and boutonnières this wedding season. Floral design and text by Patience Pickner, AIFD, PFCI Chamberlain, S.D. Photos by Tami Carda Photography Presented by Fitz Design...

Sustainably Designed Broken Arch

Sustainably Designed Broken Arch

The right mechanics make designing spectacular wedding arches fast and easy. Floral design and text by Susan McLeary Photos by Patrick Kolts for Accent Décor Last year, I was asked by Accent Décor to collaborate on a number of solution-focused structures and vessels...

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BUSINESS AND MARKETING

Video Marketing: A Blooming Opportunity

Video Marketing: A Blooming Opportunity

By Nita Robertson, AIFD In today’s digital landscape, businesses across all industries rely on video marketing as an essential strategy. The flower industry is no exception. Video marketing helps businesses connect with their audience, showcase their products and drive sales....

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Which AI to Use and Why

Which AI to Use and Why

It’s a jungle out there when it comes to apps, so here is help for you to set up your flower business for greater success By Andrew Joseph In our March 2024 issue and on our website (floristsreview.com/ai-and-your-flower-business), we presented an article entitled “AI...

Using Gift and Home Markets to Enrich Your Flower Business

Using Gift and Home Markets to Enrich Your Flower Business

By ANDMORE (formerly International Market Centers) As you know, the flowers aren’t the only things that make an arrangement special. The vessel and accouterments add distinguishing qualities to a design. However, finding truly unique and unusual accents can be...

Creating Great Working Relationships with Wholesale Florists

Creating Great Working Relationships with Wholesale Florists

Establishing successful partnerships with your suppliers is built on understanding, effective communication, trust, and a mutual commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Here are some insights on doing just that. Florabundance By Nita Robertson, AIFD Working...

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CREATIVITY AND EDUCATION

Eight Gift-worthy Books Your Store Needs

Eight Gift-worthy Books Your Store Needs

By Jill Brooke Summer’s heating up—and so is the book scene. While your customers are chasing sunshine, give them some hot-off-the-press reads to dive into. Check out some of our favorite new titles. Why not stock a few in your shop? Sustainable Floral Design: The Sustainable...

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Holiday Tables

Holiday Tables

Inspiring seasonal settings from florists around the country By Jill Brooke It is no secret that people entertain at home more during the Thanksgiving, Hanukkah and Christmas holidays. This becomes an opportunity for florists to customize experiences for their...

Laura Dowling’s Tips for Dazzling Wreaths

Laura Dowling’s Tips for Dazzling Wreaths

The former White House Chief Floral Designer shares inspiration for creating innovative holiday décor By Jill Brooke The custom of putting welcoming wreaths on doors dates back to the 16th century. Northern and Eastern Europeans ushered in the Germanic tradition of...

Proflora 2023

Proflora 2023

Highlights from Colombia’s international cut flower trade show By Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Started in 1991, Proflora is a biennial international trade show for the cut flower industry organized by Asocolflores, the Association of Colombian Flower Exporters, to...

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