How To Design Whimsical Style Arrangements

Whimsical styled arrangements exude character, playfulness, and light-hearted fun. Whimsical styled design has gained its popularity from designers who can emulate this style beautifully and uniquely. No matter the color palette, whimsical styled arrangements can range from soft tones to bold colors. Learning how to design these arrangements is an excellent way to increase your design skills and build your portfolio. 

This may or may not be your style of choice, but it is always great to expand your knowledge and sharpen your skillsets. Learning something new is to your advantage in this fast-moving ever-evolving industry. 

Keep reading to learn more about how to design whimsical styled arrangements!

A BREAKDOWN OF DESIGN

WHAT ALL DO YOU NEED TO SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE A DESIGN?

DO YOU FOLLOW A RECIPE AND STEM COUNT?

WHAT TOOLS AND MECHANICS DO YOU USE?

DO YOU UNDER ORDER OR OVER ORDER FLOWER PRODUCTS?

ARE YOU CONFIDENT IN PRICING SO THAT YOU ARE PROFITABLE?

When you design there is much more to it than simply putting stems together. Intentional planning must be done so that you are working efficiently and are profitable. We stress the importance of profitability because we want you to promote and create longevity in your business. 

Here in our community, we have created resources for you to learn how to not undersell yourself. It’s important that you are confident in design but equally if not more confident in running your business. 

Our firm belief in the ideal of “community over competition” has allowed us to work with other creatives, who as a community we stand together to share valuable information with you. If you are looking for more insight on how to implement a stronger design process, price better, and strengthen your practices then keep reading!

WHIMSICAL STYLE ARRANGEMENTS

Who doesn’t love a beautiful whimsical table arrangement or a light and airy bouquet filled with whimsy?  

This week we are touching on whimsical styled arrangements.

As we’ve mentioned, this style of design is all about charm and character. 

In your creation process, it’s important to create a recipe that is going to provide you with elements that will produce a whimsical end result. 

Let’s break down a whimsical styled table arrangement. First things first, select your vessel. Make preparations so that it is all set and ready to go with your mechanics and materials (ex: chicken wire, floral frog, floral foam, waterproof tape, etc.,) 

Next, prepare and process your blooms if you have not already done so.

Your flower recipe will consist of a balanced variety of blooms that provide support, height, depth, texture, bounce, and whimsy.

Grab your lazy suzan, place your vessel on top, turn on your favorite jams and begin! 

As you create a whimsical styled arrangement, it’s important to focus on building a base that helps to cover mechanics and eliminate dead space. Filler flowers and larger blooms are great for this. As you design, spin the lazy suzan and get that 360 view of every angle of your arrangement. Be sure to create moments, do not overfill and allow your blooms to breathe. Design with the intention to display height, create depth and invite dancing into your arrangement. Flowers are unique so take advantage of their shape, body, and texture to give you want you need as you place them. 

Lastly, don’t be too structured, whimsical designs are just that, whimsical. They have a certain spunk and finesse to them that is freeing and playful. It’s important to remember design fundamentals of incorporating lines and drawing your eye to certain areas but also have fun with it! 

If you are interested in gaining a true breakdown of a whimsical styled table arrangement including a recipe, stem count, materials list, pricing guide, best practices, and more… keep reading!

NEXT STEPS

Remember being prepared will help alleviate stress, overwhelm and tension. Take time to think through your designs and creative process before getting to work. We want you to feel equipped and ready to go as you head into this busy year of work. 

If you don’t already know, we offer a wonderful bundle of resources called Fleur Formulas. Fleur Formulas is an annual subscription to receive pricing guides by some of our favorite florists around the world. These florists are inviting you into their design process, pricing, stem counts, sourcing, best practices, resources, and more!

With guided step by step instructions, our Fleur Formulas will walk you through how to complete a wide variety of floral arrangements from start to finish. The full list of quantified stem counts and recipes will allow you to understand exactly what is used for every arrangement. Additionally, as mentioned, every formula provides the very tools, hard goods, design processes, and best practices needed to construct and complete the design. 

If this is something that interests you we invite you to join us today! This is a BLOOMING BUNDLE which means that as it grows, so will the price so be sure to lock in your $97 annual subscription now!

Check out our Fleur Formulas for January below!

1. Orchid Cascade Bridal Bouquet By Eleven Blooms

2. Whimsical Wildflower Table Arrangement Design By Bonnie Blooms

3. Romantic Boho Bridal Bouquet Design By Florece Studio

4. Lush Whimsical Bouquet Design By LeBloomerie

5. Dramatic Spring Bouquet Design By 3 Leaf Floral

We are rooting for you, always.

XOXO,
Fleursociety