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Flower Arrangements
Flowers can brighten an otherwise dreary room. They can calm and bring a sense of nature indoors. They can create a mood or change a mood. So when selecting or creating a flower arrangement, don't choose just by price or color. Think about the message you are trying to convey. A flower arrangement should reflect the personality of the individual and be a pleasing and balanced composition for the room or environment. Style: Arrangements can be modern, casual or formal. Often the type of container will dictate the size, color, and arrangement shape. The container should enhance the flower and will influence the overall effect. For modern simplicity, use one flower variety instead of a mix. Clear containers give the illusion that the arrangement is floating and complements the look of clean lines. Frosted glass or textured bowls are another good choice as they can coordinate or contrast with the flowers used. For a casual arrangement, choose a mixture of flowers and foliage. Herbs may be added for interest. Many different types of containers may be used for a casual effect. Express your creativity when selecting containers for a casual setting. Baskets, bark, pitchers, or colorful pots and bowls all make wonderful containers for a casual look.
Color: Color plays an important role in our world, from our clothing, home décor, the car we drive, and our hair and skin coloring. So it is not surprising that color is the predominant factor when choosing or creating a flower arrangement. It's the first impression that makes color the most important factor in deciding which flowers to use or purchase. Use the color wheel principles when choosing colors.Monochromatic: use shades of the same color for a harmonious blend. Complementary: use colors that are on opposite sides of the color wheel for a striking composition. Primary: use primary colors - blue, red, and yellow for a strong color scheme or go subtle by softening each tone.
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Say it with
flowers. Flowers have always been used as a means of communication, particularly
during the Victorian age when individuals were reluctant to express their
true feelings. Flowers allowed them to send personal messages, some of
which still ring true today. Red roses imply romance, love, and passion.
Pink roses imply something less passionate. White roses suggest virtue
and chastity. Yellow roses represent friendship and devotion.
For
a more formal style, use flowers sparingly. The long stems of roses call
for a tall container. The grace and simplicity of the roses imparts a
more formal arrangement.