Florist: Michaela Hogarty, founder of New York–based studio Days of May Florals
Flowers Used:
- Celosia
- Miscanthus
- Zinnias
- Cosmos
- Branches
Michaela’s Tips:
- Stop by a farmstand for locally sourced seasonal blooms.
- If you’re being conservative in price but want to elevate your arrangement, go with a monochromatic and neutral palette.
- Insert darker foliage for depth and a bare branch for an interesting line.
Style 5: Vegetable Tablescape
An arrangement by L'Atelier Rouge, which features seasonal flowers and harvest vegetables.Photo: Courtesy of L'Atelier Rouge
Florist: Caroline Bailly, owner of L’Atelier Rouge
Flowers Used:
- Cuban peonies
- Eggplants, purple kale, and berries (or fruits and vegetables of choice)
Caroline’s Tips:
- If you’re looking to add interest to your arrangements, stock up on some extra-colorful produce at the grocery store or farmers market.
- Use heavy-gauge floral wire to add the fruits and vegetables. You can also use bamboo skewers wrapped in floral tape.
Style 6: Lush Bouquet
Photo: Britt Lucas
Florist: Brooke Lucas, founder of The Wild Bunch, a New York–based floral-and event-design company
Flowers Used:
- Dahlias
- Chrysanthemums
- Grasses and greenery
Brooke’s Tips:
- Be sure to add different types of grasses for texture.
- Contrast lighter-toned flowers with deeper reds and chocolates to create a striking centerpiece.
- To create a lush asymmetrical arrangement, layer in greenery and grasses.
