Move beyond basic color-wheel rules with Jil Peterson’s guide to seeing, understanding and using colour more confidently in floral design. I thought I understood colour. Then came floristry. I was taught the colour wheel in art class at school and then again while studying art in college. When I trained as a florist, I learned it all over again. Every time, I loved it. After 35 years designing with flowers around the world, I’ve realised something surprising: The most importa

Bonfire Night flowers for Thursday 5th November can use fiery ember colours, seed heads and berries. Bonfire Night flowers are a small but easy seasonal sale, with Bonfire Night falling on Thursday 5th November this year. Parties, family gatherings and Diwali celebrations on the weekend of 7th - 8th November all give customers a reason to buy autumn colour. Colours for Bonfire Night flowers The palette is straightforward: ember oranges, deep reds, golds and plum. British grow

However you refer to 31st of October, you can be sure that the colour orange will be part of the celebrations.....

Visit St Martin-in-the-Fields from Thursday 15th – Saturday 17th October 2026 for a flower-filled event being held as part of the 300th anniversary celebrations for this iconic church. This beautiful Georgian building has been dressed with flower displays created by UK and International designers, under the direction of Flower Festival Director, author and teacher Judith Blacklock. Visitors to the Flower Festival are greeted outside the doors by floral representations of the

A successful aesthetic requires more than just striking focal flowers; it relies on accent flowers that weave different layers together. A bouquet by Krisztián Kövér. Photo by @worldofsprayroses The crisp change of the air and the gradual transition toward rich, well-balanced colours of autumn often also hint at a change in event design. The start of autumn, when the low, golden light of early October filters through leaves just beginning to turn, influences what a bouquet or

Autumn is such a wonderful season for florists. The colours become richer, the textures more interesting and, suddenly, there is so much inspiration all around us. From beautiful berries and autumn foliage to dahlias, chrysanthemums and roses, nature gives us an incredible palette to work with. But there is another Autumn favourite that can add something really special to our floral designs – the humble pumpkin. As florists, we are always looking for texture, and pumpkins giv

There is something rather lovely about Autumn, such a wonderful season, and particularly in a florist shop. The colours become richer, the textures more interesting and, suddenly, customers are looking for ways to bring that seasonal feeling into their homes. For me, this is exactly why Autumn workshops are such a great opportunity for florists. Why you Should Run an Autumn Workshop A workshop isn't simply about teaching people how to make something. It is about creating an e

Embrace the textures, colours and styles of Autumn flowers and foliage to celebrate the best of the season in your business.

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Customers are increasingly drawn to designs that feel both stylish and sustainable. Understanding seasonal trends helps florists create relevant work, elevate their brand, inspire customers and stay ahead in an increasingly competitive marketplace. Jump to Layered Greens Jump to Earthy Luxury Jump to Autumn Door Swag Karen Barnes is an expert at identifying and interpreting key seasonal trends and translating them into commercial opportunities for florists. From lush Layered

Get inspired by one of the biggest Christmas and Winter 2026 floristry trends with Karen Barnes. In this video, Karen introduces the luxurious Frosted Berries & Bronze trend, a rich and elegant winter look that combines frosted textures, metallic accents, seasonal foliage and beautiful winter flowers. Featuring bronze, copper and silver highlights alongside traditional festive materials, this design offers a contemporary take on Christmas floristry. The Frosted Berries & Bron

FleuraMetz translates this years autumn trend in their incredibly inspiring lookbook. Check out all their ideas in this visual article. In a hotel, every space calls for a different floral touch. At the reception, striking, long-lasting flowers create a warm welcome. Guest rooms require subtle bouquets that stay fresh without intensive care. In the restaurant, fragrance and style take centre stage: flowers that enhance the experience without influencing the taste of the dishe

A display of dried flowers will set the tone seasonally, will smell lovely, especially if it includes lavender, and is another reason to entice customers into your shop. Dried bunches can be popped into wicker baskets or something else equally rustic, but that’s not the only way to do it. You don’t have to be traditional, they are plenty of more interesting ways to show them off. Here are a few ideas: Picture This Picture frames are easy to pick up from charity shops. Ch

‘What message will I be giving out if I wear this?’ Diana, Princess of Wales to Jasper Conran. The message given out at Fleurs de Villes World Premier of ‘DIANA’ was that the skill and artistry of the florist is very much alive and well. Fleurs de Villes are renowned for their floral exhibitions in cities around the world. In support of the Diana Award, this celebration of fifteen of Princess Diana’s most iconic outfits, meticulously reimagined in flowers, was set against the

A London church regarded as a Baroque architectural masterpiece is set to be transformed into an extraordinary celebration of flowers, heritage and contemporary design this September. One of London’s most iconic churches, St Mary le Strand will be holdings its inaugural Jewel in the Strand Flower Festival from 22–24 September. The Grade I listed Baroque church, located on the pedestrianised Strand piazza beside King’s College London, Somerset House and The Courtauld, will bec