Much to most of our knowledge (and disdain), Dubai is far from what one would call affordable. The high-end lifestyle and quality of living are a decent enough trade-off. But did you know, affordability is within reach? There are many loopholes to achieve affordability without compromising on style. Let’s understand the floral industry, for instance.
So how does one choose beautiful blooms with a higher perceived value? This article will help you navigate the floristry and horticulture scene in Dubai and create truly spectacular floral arrangements without excessive splurging.
Choose Flowers In Season
A clever choice would be to stick to the flowers that are currently in season. Flowers in season are fresher, more vibrant and fragrant as opposed to flowers that have been stored or shipped from distant locations. For example, peonies in December would cost more as they aren’t in season.
Bigger Isn’t Always Better
A florist’s trick to make an arrangement appear elevated is to make the bouquet or flower box appropriate in size. Therefore, have simpler arrangements with a quality over quantity mindset. Use a few focal flowers like roses, peonies or tulips and fill the sparseness with filler flowers or lush greenery to make a statement.
Choose Colour Pallets, Tones And Textures That Work Well
Sometimes muted tones bring about an upscale, classier appearance, rather than, say, a colourful bunch of flowers. Similarly, play with tones and textures for a polished, premium finish.
Strategic Placement Of The Design
If you’re creating a flower bouquet, use the front-facing flower method for a more visual impact on the end recipient. Placement of flowers and foliage can transform its overall appearance and perceived value. Go for flowers of the same variety, like hydrangeas, carnations or roses, for a sophisticated look. Or work with a few focal flowers like Lilly’s or Lisianthus and balance the sparseness, layers and textures out with foliage.
Presentation Of The Packaging Matters
Most consider packaging as an afterthought, but it is vital for your overall aesthetic. Delphinium in glass vessels has a polished look, and a flower box full of sunflowers gives a dainty, charming feel. Vessels, ribbons and boxes are important elements of the packaging.
Top tip – if you are indecisive, go for an all white or black packaging as monochrome generally exudes a luxe and chic finish.
And Finally, Work With A Reputed Florist
Sometimes you have to just fully surrender to the professionals. Working with a well-known supplier can be beneficial in the long run. Florists know the top tips and tricks and can help you work well within your budget. For instance they know all the flowers that are in season, they can inform which varieties of the (same) flowers are higher in price than others (something that you may have not necessarily been aware of), they have talent and skill in strategic flower placements, mixing colors, tones and textures, they are equipped with all kinds of different packaging options and they impart their floral wisdom (like correct ways to snip and shear stems) to further stretch value on what you spend.
If you’re looking for affordable flowers that do not compromise on style, we at Parfumella Flowers have got you covered. From bouquets to glass vessel arrangements and flower boxes, we have a range of affordable choices that maintain quality and style.
