“Ideas and inspiration for celebrations of all sizes and budgets”

A Texas-themed corporate event, hosted in Texas, for company sales reps from around the world. ZZ Top was the entertainment. Floral design by David Garcia, Statue of Design, San Antonio, Texas. Photos by Two Sapphires.

In the floristry world, the phrase “parties and events” often conjures images of grand soirées and lavish affairs, with magnificent displays of flowers (and equally magnificent budgets). While high-dollar events are much more prevalent than many florists (and the general public) may realize, the reality is that many – maybe most – florists don’t have the clientele that stages extravagant bashes.

In the floristry world, the phrase “parties and events” often conjures images of grand soirées and lavish affairs, with magnificent displays of flowers (and equally magnificent budgets). While high-dollar events are much more prevalent than many florists (and the general public) may realize, the reality is that many – maybe most – florists don’t have the clientele that stages extravagant bashes.

A baby shower for the event designer’s sister, to celebrate the birth of her first child. Floral design by Abby Chick of Blakemore’s Flowers, Harrisonburg, Va. Event design by Haleigh Davis Sweet Southern Party Photos by Katie Lea Photograph.

An outdoor party for a memorial golf tournament, featuring the vibrant colors of the Arizona sunset along with other indigenous elements. Floral design by Steve Bader of Haute Haus Luxury Events & Fine Flowers Phoenix, Ariz. Photos by Schyler Anderson Photography.

Thanksgiving on a rural cattle farm. The client loves roses and glamour and wanted a nontraditional harvest table. Floral design and photos by Crystal Daymon, Carson Valley Florist Wellington, Nev.

Ombre roses welcoming arrangement. Floral design by Diana Caballero, The Florshop Lima, Peru.

An outdoor reception at Flora Farms in San Jose Del Cabo, Mexico. Floral design by Elena Damy, Destination Weddings & Events Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, Mexico, Photo by Chris+Lynn Photographers.

Orange-grove-themed event. Floral design by Birch Event Design, Brooklyn, N.Y. Event planning by Hydrangeas & Co. Photo by Kalinin Photography.

Orange-grove-themed event. Floral design by Birch Event Design Brooklyn, N.Y. Event planning by Hydrangeas & Co. Photo by Kalinin Photography.

Outdoor dinner party. Floral design by Colin Cowie Lifestyle New York, N.Y.