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July | 2021
W
hen family and friends are
celebrating the life of a
loved one who thrived on
adventure and vibrancy,
wouldn't they want a floral tribute to reflect
that person's personality and lifestyle? Just as
funeral and memorial services have evolved
into celebrations of life, including receptions
and even parties, floral tributes, too, must
evolve, in order for flowers to stay relevant to
consumers for these events. Many of today's
consumers are seeking more contemporary,
artistic, personalized—and less "funereal"—
floral expressions, and as professional floral
designers, it is our responsibility—and honor—
to capture the essence of one's spirit through
floral expressions that make a final lasting
memory for surviving family members.
In this modern tribute, the cremation urn
is elevated and framed by distinctive brightly
colored botanicals that speak of the individual's
essence. e base structure could even become
the centerpiece of a "shrine" that the family
might want to create at home.
Floral design, photos and text
by Brenna Quan, AIFD, CFD
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