Style & Trends: How to Choose a Stylish Floral Bouquet
Many factors come in to play when choosing a
bouquet: The time of year, time of day, the recipient's favorite flowers,
colors, size, budget, and personality. Today we have a global market for
flowers and, combined with the talent of your floral designer, almost anything
is possible. Flowers follow trends just like anything else but there are
certain characteristics of floral design that dictate their popularity.
Succulents
Sometimes it's the actual floral material that
drives the trend. Succulents have been so popular, a welcomed addition to any
floral design, but especially strong in arrangements. They come in a variety of
colors and sizes and it's not difficult to find a pleasing combination.
Color
Color is also a driver of style and
trend. A soft blush tone of 'Quicksand' roses in a cascading bouquet is a
favorite with a lime green, like in amaranthus. The green contrasts nicely with
the blush, giving it life and a dramatic quality without losing the softness
and romance of the blush color. Making the right color choices is often one of
the most important decisions in choosing a bouquet, probably because it is the
most visual element.
Bespoke Design
Certain floral designs go in and out
of style. For many years a dense, compact arrangement was the favorite. Now,
there is strong interest in using more foliage to create a looser
"overgrown" look. Also, called "bespoke' design, the look is
reminiscent of an English cottage garden.
Texture has also risen to the top of the
most wanted elements, so you will see succulents, curly willow, wheat, protea
and even feathers added to arrangements to add that extra pop. Unexpected
combinations create interest and certainly that "one of a kind' look.
