Yesterday, I was so pleased to have an arrangement featured at the Vieux Carre Commission Foundation Gala at Galatoire’s. I loved the arrangement and the muted palette perfectly complemented the invitation’s watercolor design. Here is some insight behind the color … Continue reading
Posted in Blog | Tagged Background, Color, Dahlias, Design Elements, Roses, Tips | Leave a commentSo here we are…the calendar says it’s fall, yet the weather here in South Louisiana dictates that it’s still summer! It’s one of my favorite times of year, where the flowers are slowly transitioning. I love it when hydrangeas are … Continue reading
Posted in Blog | Tagged Design Elements, hydrangeas, Inspiration, natural containers, Tips | Leave a commentLast week, I had the pleasure of designing for a very special couple. I met Jayne and her family years ago through my dad, and just loved spending time with them last year at Washington Mardi Gras! Jayne recently married … Continue reading
Posted in Blog | Leave a commentWhen I started this flower journey over a year ago, I became engrossed with learning everything I possibly could when it came to flowers. It was all-consuming, in a sense that I could not get enough of blog posts, online … Continue reading
Posted in Blog | Tagged Background, Education | Leave a commentI’m loving the images from the recent Paris Haute Couture fashion shows. Fashion is such an inspiration to me; I think it’s so important to interpret trends and see how they can be translated to floral design. For Fall/Winter, jewel … Continue reading
Posted in Blog, Inspiration | Leave a commentWhere did June go? Can’t believe it’s July already! Lately, I’ve been thinking about the cost of events. I know when I got married, I had no idea about the cost of anything. I mean, you look at beautiful images … Continue reading
Posted in Blog | Tagged Budget, Cost of Events | Leave a commentThose of us in New Orleans know that between the heat and humidity, the temperatures just keep rising in the summer months! When planning a summer wedding, it is important to consider the elements as you choose your flowers. … Continue reading
Posted in Blog | Tagged Design Elements, Tips | Leave a commentI hope Mother’s Day 2013 was wonderful for everyone! I had the opportunity to create several arrangements for some very supportive Mothers and Grandmothers in my life. Each design was unique, created specifically for each person and reflected individual personalities … Continue reading
Posted in Blog | Tagged Design Elements, Inspiration | Leave a commentWith the popularity of Downton Abbey, coupled with the upcoming release of “The Great Gatsby,” the styles of the 1920’s are roaring back en vogue. This trend is apparent in wedding dress designs recently shown at the Bridal Fashion Week … Continue reading
Posted in Blog, Inspiration | Tagged Background | Leave a commentThis week, Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands abdicated her throne and her son Prince Willem-Alexander became King. Why do I highlight this, you may ask? Well, besides the Prince becoming the first Dutch King in more than 120 years, the … Continue reading
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