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Florist Spotlight: Stacey Bal Carlton, AIFD, CFD, EMC
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Florist Spotlight: Melissa Pack
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Valentine’s Day Success Guide
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A Call for Entries for Florists’ Reviews Picture Perfect Wedding Contest
Florists' Review Presents our 26th Annual Picture Perfect Wedding Contest It's here! Our Annual Picture Perfect Wedding contest is here for you to submit your best wedding florals for 2024 in any or all of the categories below: • Bouquets • Reception Décor •...
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...
Australia’s Floral Revolution
A look at the trend-setting florists on the continent down under—and their floral design aesthetics By Tonneli Grüetter Move over demure pastels and mindful greenery; Australia’s flower scene is having a major moment, and it’s anything but subtle. Down under, a floral...
Embracing the Evolving Trends in Sympathy Flowers
By Nita Robertson, AIFD Presented by Smither-Oasis Sympathy flowers have long been a heartfelt way to express sorrow, love and support to grieving families. But as funeral traditions change and consumer preferences shift, florists are being called upon to adapt,...
“Best in Blooms”
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Creating a Marketing Calendar for 2025
By Nita Robertson, AIFD An annual marketing calendar is an invaluable tool that enables business owners to strategically plan and organize promotional activities for their businesses throughout the year. It serves as a roadmap for marketing initiatives, ensuring that...
Blossoming Leadership
Twelve tips for developing your management skills and managing your team effectively By Nita Robertson, AIFD Leading a floral team effectively involves balancing creativity with strong leadership skills. By setting a clear vision; fostering a positive work...
Eco-friendly and Sustainable Floral Products To Love
By Jill Brooke Those who live in the floral world are people who care about nature. After all, florists willingly enter a profession that requires insatiable demands of physical labor, mechanical expertise and time. It also requires creative talent and a deep...
A Call for Entries for Florists’ Reviews Picture Perfect Wedding Contest
Florists' Review Presents our 25th Annual Picture Perfect Wedding Contest It's here! Our Annual Picture Perfect Wedding contest is here for you to submit your best wedding florals for 2023 in any or all of the categories below: • Bouquets • Reception Décor •...
Enter Florists’ Reviews 2023 Valentine’s Day Contest
Enter for your chance to be featured in our upcoming December issue of Florists' Review We’ve created a contest where you can submit photos of your best Valentine's designs. Share your design inspiration for the upcoming love holiday with our floral...
Enter Our Latest Best in Blooms Design Contest
Sponsored by Alexandra Farms & Smithers-Oasis North America Submission for the Florists' Review BEST IN BLOOMS Fall 2023 Contest Enter Florists' Reviews Best in Blooms Design Contest today for your chance to win a Florist Spotlight feature...
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Grassy Winter Meadow
This flower design concept that can be utilized for myriad occasions, from photoshoots to weddings and events. Floral design and text by Molly Lucille (@fae.floral) Photos by Bud Kibby, TINYuproar My creative practice is deeply inspired by the wildness of nature. I...
Radiant Radial Lines
Radial-line arrangements captivate and engage viewers, and they are also popular choices among floral designers. Floral design and text by Tomas De Bruyne, EMC International (European Master Certification), Oostkamp (Brugge), Belgium Photos by Diana Toma, EMC, Atelier...
Rustic Armature
A grapevine structure not only adds movement and textural interest to a modern “everyday” arrangement but also makes it quick and easy to design Floral design, text and photography by Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Armatures often serve both decorative and function...
Hand-tied Cascade Bouquet
An organically flowing design for all seasons. Floral design, photos and text by Maria Yamile Bulos Flores San José del Cabo (Los Cabos), Baja California Sur, Mexico For this cascade bouquet, I wanted to use flowers and colors that are available in any season, and...
Festive and Fruity
Flowers and fruits can create delicious compositions; this one has a tropical flavor. Floral design, text and photography by Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD Fresh fruits and/or vegetables always add great textural interest, form and color to floral designs. This...
Mother’s Day Brunch
A collection of component arrangements creates a tablescape for a celebratory family feast—a novel flower gifting idea for honoring Mom this year. Floral design, photos and text by Nita Robertson, AIFD Presented by OASIS Floral Products/Smithers-Oasis North America...
Pocket Boutonnières Made Easy
Two methods for creating this new generation of boutonnières Floral design and text by Patience Pickner, AIFD, PFCI Photos by Photography by Scott Chamberlain, S.D. Presented by Fitz Design POCKET SQUARES I designed this pocket “boutonnière” for a customer who prefers...
Dazzling Duo
Coordinating corsage and boutonnière for style-setting prom-goers Floral design, photos and text by Nita Robertson, AIFD Presented by Reliant Ribbon The approaching prom season offers myriad opportunities for florists to show off their creativity and awareness of...
Eco-Friendly Suspended Arrangement
NYC floral designer Juan Villanueva shares a dramatic design idea that is considerate of the environment Floral design, photos and text by Juan M. Villanueva Villanueva Designs New York, N.Y. At Villanueva Designs, we often incorporate dramatic suspended floral...
That Flower Feeling is Taking Flight
After more than four years of vision, investment, and dedication, That Flower Feeling (TFF) is officially taking flight. CalFlowers, the California Association of Flower Growers and Shippers, proudly announces the formal operational separation of TFF —...
Trending Pots and Planters
Caroline Woods , Product Design Manager from Accent Decor, shares her expert take on the top four trend elements that influenced the new Accent Decor pots and planters collection. Full Article Here Source: Accent Decor TREND WATCH: Must-Know Pots and Planters...
Vase to Venue Delivery Solutions with Christine Foley
Veteran Florist, Christine Foley, applied her 40+ years of experience to solving a delivery dilemma. She invented The Flower Caddy - a game changing eco-friendly, durable product designed to transport flower arrangements safely and stress-free. Learn more about her...
QR Zipper™ Partners with American Floral Endowment
The American Floral Endowment (AFE) is proud to announce a new corporate sponsorship agreement with QR Zipper™, an innovative technology company that bridges physical gifts with digital messages. The agreement supports AFE’s Sustainabloom initiative and other industry...
Mother’s Day Spending Nears Record Highs
According to the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Prosper Insights & Analytics, shoppers in 2024 spent $33.5 billion, averaging $254.04 per person. That’s the second-highest average in the survey’s history, just behind 2023’s record. Full Article Here Source:...
Proflora Returns to Bogotá, Colombia, October 1-3
Save the date for the Proflora Flower Trade show happening October 1-3, 2025, in Bogota, Colombia. Source: Proflora Save the Date: Proflora 2025 Returns to Bogotá, Colombia, October 1-3 Mark your calendars and get ready for one of the most vibrant and internationally...
The Ultimate Eucalyptus Guide
Mayesh has created a free downloadable guide for florists on Eucalyptus. Download yours today! Full Article Here Source Mayesh Your Ultimate Eucalyptus Guide Is Here! Looking to take the guesswork out of working with eucalyptus? Whether you’re designing garlands,...
Native Blooms: Growers & Exporters
Explore the story of Native Blooms, a distinguished flower farm based in Ecuador. Renowned for its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and exceptional floral quality, Native Blooms brings the beauty of Ecuadorian blooms to customers around the world. Full...
Continental Floral Greens & Kendall Farms Announce Partnership
Continental Floral Greens (CFG) and Kendall Farms are proud to announce a new strategic partnership that unites two industry leaders in U.S.–grown floral and foliage production. Source: Calflowers Press Release California‑Based collaboration will increase...
