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Styles, Elements and Principles of Floral Design.

We will go over the basic elements of crafting floral arrangements. We'll also dive into the specifics of designing and assembling flower arrangements. And we'll combine everything we learned into a clear and practical guide. We'll discover the origins of floral design all the way to more modern forms today. As budding florists, you'll find everything you need to know right here!

Three Key Styles of Floral Design.

Several styles of floral design came about from diverse cultures around the world. Plenty of florists continue to carry out these traditions in fresh and relevant ways.

The first primary style of floral design is the Oriental style. It highlights the lines of the arrangement. It pursues harmony and balance in combining flowers and greens.

Next is the traditional or Western style. It emphasizes the look and use of flowers as a whole. It leans towards uneven forms that still spark rhythm and creativity.

Coming in last is the modern floral style. It ensued as a blend of Eastern and Western styles. It draws from the form and lines of the Oriental style. But it also allows florists to manifest their creative taste through unique design.

• Elements and Principles of Floral Design.

As florists, we have our choice styles. Our customers also have different tastes and needs. But for every arrangement, every florist needs to include a few basic elements. Through this, you can create high-quality bouquets that still suit your client's demands.

Here is the list of important factors to bear in mind:.

1. Design.

Every design starts with creating a visual and theme. Are you going with a chic finish or a rustic appeal? Should your bouquet have a showy look or a subtle one? It's important to consider these questions before building your arrangement.

2. Proportion and Scale.

These two elements come hand in hand when you plan floral arrangements. They're especially practical when you prepare for large parties and venues.

Proportion is about the relationship between the sizes of pieces in your design. This includes your flowers, plants, and vases.

Scale refers to the location of your flowers in the desired space. For example, will your arrangement serve as a centerpiece for a table or decor for the whole venue? This will help you consider if your design fits the space where you put it.

3. Balance.

This principle emphasizes the form and composition of your floral design. Regardless of your desired style is, each arrangement must have a sense of balance.

To achieve this, your bouquet should have an element of matching color, texture, or weight on each side. Flowers and accessories need to balance each other well in creative ways.

4. Rhythm.

This element brings life to your design! It creates flow and movement that captures attention. It's all about lining up flowers based on their shape and form. This way, it attracts the eye to the center of the design all the way to its edges.

5. Emphasis.

Main flowers are the stars of your show! They serve as the focal point of your design. This is where accents and foliage seem to rise from, creating a stunning illusion.

This principle is all about bringing focus to your main flowers. You can create emphasis by contrasting colors and kinds of flowers. This means you choose accents and foliage to complement the main blooms!

6. Harmony and Unity.

Every floral design needs to be relevant to the event and motif. It must ensure a harmonious blend of various colors. It also needs to look unified with its vessel and placement.