If money is no object, then exotics are your flower of choice and abundance is what you want. Orchids (specifically cymbidiums and dendrobiums), hydrangeas, and calla lilies are the in-demand flowers of the season.
"I've seen a lot of people going with callas because they seem to have timeless elegance," says Randy Lowe, president of Lowe and Behold Event Accents. "Callas always work."Large arrangements of callas, along with hydrangeas and a variety of orchids, are the perfect way to add ambience and style to your event. Orchids can be arranged in tall glass vases and lit from below to create a mood. River rocks, crystals, and leaves and other greenery can also be added to the bottom of the vase.
These designs, however, are not available solely to those with cash to burn.
"It's up to me as the creative designer to come with a way to do your event that fits within your budget," says Lowe.
For example, instead of using multiple orchids or calla lilies in an arrangement, several florists suggest using tall vases with a single bloom and greenery, crystals, or rocks. That will give you a streamlined design while capturing the elegance you're after.
Arrangements such as these are a prime example of the Japanese style of design known as ikebana.
"Strong ties to ikebana have greatly influenced the floral design community, allowing arrangements to be created through the use of minimalist design incorporating texture, color, and other techniques to create artful designs that reflect value," says Cheryl Andrews, owner of Cheryl's Distinctive Creations in Orlando.
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