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April 10, 2023

The Power of Color: Creating the Perfect Event Floral Design Palette

When planning your Cincinnati event’s floral design, the color palette is crucial to creating the desired vibe. In this post, we’ll explore different color palette ideas and how they impact the overall atmosphere. Romantic pastels like blush and lavender can create a dreamy ambiance when paired with subtle greens and whites. Bold and bright colors like orange, yellow, and pink can energize events like birthday parties, festivals, and corporate gatherings. A moody and dark color palette featuring rich, deep colors like burgundy and navy blue can create a sophisticated and alluring atmosphere for galas, fundraisers, or winter weddings. Natural neutral color palettes with whites, creams, and greens can create a calm and serene ambiance, perfect for minimalist or bohemian-inspired events. Pairing these colors with natural textures like wood, jute, or rattan can create an organic and earthy vibe. Black and white can create a timeless aesthetic, perfect for formal events like black-tie galas or weddings. Adding metallic accents like gold or silver can add a touch of glamour and sophistication. Choosing the right color palette for your Cincinnati event floral design is crucial in creating the desired ambiance and mood. By considering the emotions and atmosphere you want to evoke, you can select the perfect color palette to achieve your desired effect. Whether you opt for romantic pastels, bold and bright hues, or natural neutrals, your event floral design will make a lasting impression on your guests. Image Credits: Planner: House of Joy  Photographer: Amanda Donaho  Catering: Garnish Catering Venue: Peterloon Estate
March 27, 2023

7 Unique Floral Arrangements to Elevate Your Wedding

If you’re looking to add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your Dayton or Cincinnati wedding floral design, unique floral arrangements are a great way to achieve that. Here are 7 unique ideas to inspire you. Hanging floral chandeliers These stunning arrangements suspend from the ceiling and create a breathtaking focal point for your ceremony or reception. Hanging floral chandeliers are a beautiful, trendy way to add a touch of elegance to any event. Oversized floral arches Make a statement with a grand archway covered in lush blooms and greenery, perfect for framing your ceremony or sweetheart table. This is a great way to maximize the use of your wedding florals as well because you can move your ceremony floral arch to sit behind your sweetheart table during the reception! Floral table runners Elevate your reception with floral table runners that add color and texture to your tablescape. You could also achieve this lush look with rose petals! Flower walls Create a stunning backdrop for your photo booth or ceremony with a flower wall covered in your favorite blooms. Flower walls are made using a variety of flowers and greenery, such as roses, peonies, hydrangeas, eucalyptus, and more. They are designed to be small and subtle, or large and extravagant, depending on your preferences. Suspended centerpieces Opt for unique centerpieces that are suspended above your tables, adding an ethereal touch to your reception. Suspended floral installations are a stunning way to elevate the look of any event space, and they’re particularly impactful when placed above the head table. These installations can be created using a variety of blooms and greenery, and they add height and drama to the room. Floral garlands Drape your venue in romantic floral garlands that can be hung from the ceiling or wrapped around banisters. […]
March 20, 2023

2023 Wedding Floral Trends We Love

In 2023, we have a lot to be excited about, especially when it comes to wedding floral trends! Floral arrangements are an essential element of any wedding. They play a significant role in creating the right ambiance and aesthetic. Your florals also appear in many of your wedding images, from the ceremony and reception florals to the bouquets the bride and bridesmaids are holding. There are several floral trends to consider that will add elegance and sophistication to the event and your gallery of images that you get back from your photographer. Monochromatic Floral Arrangements One trend that is rising in popularity, is the use of monochromatic floral arrangements. This involves using a single color for all the flowers in the arrangements. It creates a cohesive and impactful look. White or cream-colored flowers are often used to create a timeless and elegant feel. Oversized Florals Another trend to consider is the use of oversized floral arrangements. These larger-than-life arrangements can be used as focal points in the wedding décor, creating a stunning visual impact. They can be made up of a single type of flower or a mix of different blooms, depending on the desired effect. Unique Floral Elements Incorporating unique and unexpected floral elements can also add a modern twist to wedding décor. For example, incorporate fruit or other unconventional plants into floral arrangements to create a  visually interesting look. Hanging Floral Installations Finally, hanging floral installations add a touch of drama and sophistication to the event. These installations are used as backdrops for the ceremony or reception and create a stunning visual centerpiece for the entire event. There are several floral trends to consider when planning your wedding. By incorporating monochromatic arrangements, oversized blooms, unique floral elements, and hanging installations, couples are able to create a stunning and […]
February 28, 2023

Hanging greenery and florals at Greenacres Cincinnati Ohio

Lets talk about hanging installations.  You must have the right venue/location with hanging capabilities or points in the ceiling that are weight-bearing.  On average, our hanging floral pieces weigh 100lbs or 3 x that! We always, and we mean ALWAYS, hire a professional hanging team.  Why you ask? Because that is what they do for a living!  We make beautiful flowers. We use a base of silk flowers.  It voers our mechanics without adding the weight of a fresh flower stem.  This is important because most of the flowers we put in first get surrounded by the ones we design at the end. This beautiful wedding was designed and planned by I Do Weddings and Events at Greenacres.  Lighting by Vincent Lighting.  Draping by Fitz the Occasion.  Hanging greenery and boxes by Vincent Lighting and Fitz the Occasion.  Photography by Ashley M Brown of Shining Light Photography.
October 2, 2022

The day after your wedding- Now what!?!?!

While we are most likely at your venue the night of your wedding or the morning after, we are hoping you are sitting back relaxing, or still sleeping in! BUT WAIT – WHAT DO I DO WITH MY BOUQUET??? Did you know we have a flower preservation sister company called Floral Preservation and Designs!!! Is it too late to contact us the day after my wedding?  NO! We would love to preserve the beautiful bouquet we made for you! We also accept all other florists bouquets as well! Click HERE to book your preservation and let us know when we can expect someone to drop off your bouquet!   Enjoy some of the work we have done lately!!  Want to see more? Check out our Instagram!  
September 12, 2022

2023 Floral V Designs Budgeting Guide

Image above by Cassidy Alaine Photography at The Meshewa House with KMC Weddings and Events The following price list is provided here for you to give an idea of starting and average pricing.  Remember Floral V Designs is a full service florist and we have no “packages”, all designs are custom to your budget and vision. *Like everything it seems these days, the fallout of Covid has forced farms + wholesalers across the world to raise prices significantly, which have been passed down to us.  Trust us when we say that our entire industry is hoping we see these increases and product shortages settle down and balance in the upcoming years. We have always and will always design with attention to detail and a mindful heart, no matter the budget.   Image above by Odessa James Photography at The Meshewa House in Cincinnati, Ohio with KMC Weddings and Events Bridal bouquets average $250-$395 Maids bouquets range $75-$175 Boutonnieres range $15-20ea Flower crowns range $75-$275 Wrist and Pin on Corsages – $35-45 Altar/Ceremony Arrangements start at $350-$750+ depending on design Arch Arrangements start at $275-$3500+ depending on the design Aisle/pew decorations/bouquets average $30-$75 Tall floral centerpieces average $300-$875+ Low floral centerpieces typically range $100-$375+ Elevated + Custom Installs – these vary greatly, but we see them starting around $1250 and go up from there, typically falling in a $2500-$4500 ranges (depending on the size of install, of course!) Hanging instillations start at $2500-$10,000+ and will also include a professional hanging instillation team ranging from an additional $750-$1500 (licensed and bonded/insured instillation company outside of Floral V Designs) Non floral/Candle centerpieces start at $45 Labor + Design – referring to set-up, Flipping the room/transitioning decor from ceremony to reception and post-event tear down along with general labor costs involved in prepping for […]
August 29, 2022

To us its more than just flowers!

Photography by Sarah Babcock Studio – The Dayton Arcade – Nuage Linens – Table Top by Prime Time Party Rental – KMC Weddings If wedding flowers are a top priority for your wedding day, you’ll want to hire an event florist who specializes in wedding work. There are different types of florists with different areas of expertise. Your local flower shop can design bouquets and centerpieces for you, but they probably don’t offer the extensive rental selection a wedding florist does.  Elaborate custom pieces probably aren’t an option. The type of florist you’ll want to work with depends completely on your vision for your wedding flowers! At Floral V Designs, weddings are our passion, and our team has years of experience creating custom designs to reflect our couples. Cady, Lauren or Kim sit down with each potential client to discuss their wedding day wish-list, priorities, and budget. We will create a proposal specifically tailored to that couple. The proposal is just the beginning, however: weddings are productions that require a great deal of time, skill and effort to bring a couple’s vision to life!   Photography by Sarah Babcock Studio – Draping by Unlimited Events – Dayton Arcade Design and Planning by KMC Weddings When you hire an event florist, you’re investing in a product and a service. It all starts with consultations, crafting custom proposals, sketching concepts.  From there we answer questions and changes throughout the planning process. Next we design and set the wedding, flip the ceremony, and tear down the event.  As you see there is a lot of time and skill that goes into making a wedding event! Many wedding florists, like Floral V Designs, are actually floral and event designers. This means we are often involved with the overall design of a wedding, and not […]
July 27, 2022

We just signed our contract. Now what do we do?

  This is the worst part… the wait for the big day! Feel free to reach out as you continue planing to make adjustments, or to just get advice on different aspects of the day. We have been a part of thousands of weddings and are happy to help you figure out what might work best for you! We will also check in periodically to touch base on outstanding design elements like cake flowers or escort card displays, and if you’re working with a planner we will be in contact with them throughout the process.  By the way – we love planners! SO…when you hire a planner, please keep us in the loop! About 2 months before the wedding things really kick into high gear!  Kristin will check in to make sure their haven’t been any major changes to your guest count and see if you need a final details meeting with our owner Cady.  Cady will go over any last minute additions like styling blooms or additional centerpieces before confirming your wedding flowers. You’ll also get a “Final Details” email from Kristin 30 days before where she will confirm logistics for the day, triple check your wedding party numbers (you won’t believe how many times clients add a bridesmaid and forget to tell us!) and tie up any loose ends. In the weeks leading up to the wedding we’ll also be working with your venue and other vendors to schedule timing and generally make sure all the little details are taken care of on our end.
July 12, 2022

Im Engaged & Looking for a wedding florist!

  Photography by Odessa James Photography – The Meshewa House at Turner Farm – Design by KMC Weddings If you’re here, you’re likely ready and want to reserve Floral V Designs for your big day.  Well lets start out by saying CONGRATULATIONS!! Even if you have your wedding date picked out, you might not be quite ready to dive head first into the design process. It’s important that you give yourself some time to research and get inspired during the early planning process.  Choose your venue, pick out the dresses, start Pinning images that inspire you. Photography by Amanda Donaho On average, most of our clients book with us 6 months to one year out from their wedding date. That said, we have some couples who book more than a year out, and others who reach out 3 months from the big day. But don’t wait to reach out to your top choice vendors. Especially if you’re getting married during peak wedding season( May, June, Sept, Oct), since most are only able to accommodate a few weddings per weekend! Before you reach out, it’s helpful to have your venue selected and booked, since the location determines so many factors of the day (style and color palette, guest count, etc). Planning reception flowers and décor without a venue is like decorating a house you haven’t bought yet. The couch might not fit and the colors could be all wrong! If you’d like to chat flowers before you book your venue, we are happy too!  Just keep in mind that it will be a more general conversation and things might change once you settle on a space.   Photography by Odessa James Photography – The Meshewa House at Turner Farm – Design by KMC Weddings   Once you have your venue, the […]