In the enchanting world of holiday flowers, creativity knows no bounds. This season, we embarked on a captivating journey alongside Ana Valencia, the visionary floral designer behind “Let’s Bloom.” Together, we delved deep into the heart of winter’s color palettes, uncovering the magic and artistry that lies within the season’s hues. Ana Valencia’s expertise and artistic flair breathed life into our holiday shoot, as we explored three distinct and captivating color palettes: “Cozy Winter,” “Icy Winter,” and “Rustic Winter.”
Each palette carried its unique charm, reflecting the essence of the season in ways both familiar and extraordinary. Join us on this visual adventure, as we unveil the magic of winter’s colors brought to life by our beautiful flowers and Ana’s creativity!
This year, we focused on three different color palettes, highlighting our novelty products such as spray delphinium, dianthus ball, scabiosas, veronicas, micro pompons, ah!maze roses, and our newest product: trachelium.
Cozy Winter Palette:
The Cozy Winter Floral Palette is a collection of flower colors that reflect the soft, inviting, and intimate atmosphere of the winter season. This palette features blooms with the following colors:
- Soft Pastels: Delicate shades of pale pink and soft lavender capture the subtlety of winter blooms, reminiscent of gentle winter sunsets and the blush of rosy cheeks in the cold air.
- Warm Earthy Tones: Earthy tones such as warm taupe and deep brown create a sense of grounding and coziness, like the rich, fertile soil beneath a blanket of snow.
- Romantic Burgundy: These hues add a touch of sophistication and depth to the palette, akin to a glass of red wine by the fireplace, bringing a sense of warmth and romance to the arrangement.
- Peach: Peach provides a warm and inviting element to the palette, creating a soft, comforting contrast to the other colors.
- Here are the flowers we used for this arrangement: Peach Cremon, Pink Veronica, Burgundy Dianthus Ball, Earth tone Mini Carnation, Lavender Micro Pompon Daisy and Scabiosa for the finishing touch.
Here is how to recreate this arrangement:
- Step 1: Add floral wire, floral tape, and water to your bowl or vase.
- Step 2: Add Burgundy Dianthus balls to your arrangement, and cut stems with different lengths for depth.
- Step 3: Add Lavender Micro Pompons to fill out the empty spaces.
- Step 4: Add Pink Veronicas for texture.
- Step 5: Add Earth Tone Mini Carnations for contrast.
- Step 6: Add Peach Cremons as focals.
- Step 7: Compliment your arrangement with a novelty flower such as Pink Scabiosa for the finishing touch.
This floral palette is perfect for creating winter floral arrangements that capture the essence of the season and is particularly suited for an intimate holiday party, where guests can enjoy the cozy ambiance while making cookies and sipping on hot chocolate by the fire.
You can see the whole process on TikTok by clicking here.
Icy Winter Palette:
The Icy Winter Palette embodies the serene and frigid beauty of winter. It primarily comprises cool, icy colors, including shades of blue, purple, and white. This palette conveys a sense of purity and freshness, reminiscent of the frozen landscapes of winter. It includes:
- Blue: A striking and ethereal blue, reminiscent of frozen lakes and clear winter skies.
- Lavender: A soft, muted purple with a hint of gray, resembling delicate winter flowers and twilight hues.
- Frosty White: A crisp, clean white that symbolizes the purity of freshly fallen snow and frost.
- Purple: A deep, rich purple, bringing warmth and depth to the palette while adding a touch of regal elegance.
Here are the flowers we used for this arrangement: Lavender Godetia, Trachelium, White, Ah!maze Rose, Burgundy Sparkz, Spray Delphinium and Purple Scabiosa.
Here is how to recreate this arrangement:
- Step 1: Add floral wire, floral tape, and water to your bowl or vase.
- Step 2: Add Trachelium as your base.
- Step 3: Add Spray Delphinium to give your arrangement movement.
- Step 4: Add Novelty Burgundy Sparkz for contrast.
- Step 5: Add Lavender Godetia as an accent flower.
- Step 6: Reflex and add White Ah!maze Roses as a focal.
- Step 7: Add a few Purple Scabiosas to round out your arrangement.
This palette balances the cool and warm elements, making it suitable for various design applications while maintaining the crisp, wintery feel with a touch of inviting richness. This palette is perfect for winter weddings, Hannukah celebrations, and holiday decor.
You can see the whole process on TikTok by clicking here.
Rustic Winter Palette:
The Rustic Winter Palette is a collection of colors that embody the earthy and inviting atmosphere of the winter season. This palette features blooms with the following colors:
Golden Yellow: A warm and cheerful golden yellow that invokes the cozy glow of candlelight and the comforting hues of a winter sunrise.
Green: Natural greens evoke the rich foliage of the winter season, capturing the beauty of evergreen trees and the rustic charm of nature.
Bright Red: Vibrant and festive, the bright red adds a pop of color, reminiscent of traditional holiday decor and the warmth of a roaring fire.
Muted Red: A deeper, more subdued red offers a touch of sophistication and depth, akin to the sweetness of holiday treats and the comfort of a winter cabin.
Here are the flowers we used for this arrangement: Greenball, Solidago, Yellow Pompon Cushion, Red Ah!maze Rose and Red Micro Pompons.
Here is how to recreate this arrangement:
- Step 1: Add floral wire, floral tape, and water to your bowl or vase.
- Step 2: Add Yellow Solidago as your base.
- Step 3: Add Green Balls for texture and to fill any empty spaces.
- Step 4: Add Red Micro Pompons for contrast.
- Step 5: Add Yellow Pompon Cushions for texture.
- Step 6: Reflex and add Red Ah!maze Roses as a focal.
This floral palette pays homage to traditional holiday colors but adds a delightful twist by incorporating novelty flowers that infuse a sense of uniqueness and creativity into the arrangement. It’s the perfect choice for a holiday corporate party, where the blend of classic and innovative elements creates an inviting and memorable atmosphere for the event, making it truly stand out.
You can see the whole process on TikTok by clicking here.
These distinctive floral palettes open the door to a world of creative possibilities.
The “Cozy Winter Floral Palette” with its soft pastels, warm earthy tones, and subtle hints of pinks invites you to envelop your event in an atmosphere of tranquility and romance, making it perfect for an intimate holiday gathering where cookie-making and hot chocolate sipping take center stage.
The “Rustic Winter Floral Palette”, featuring golden yellow, earthy greens, and bright and reds, combines traditional holiday colors with a twist, adding novelty flowers that infuse creativity into the arrangement. It’s the ideal choice for a holiday corporate party, where classic and innovative elements merge to create a memorable and inviting ambiance that fosters camaraderie among colleagues and guests.
For those who desire the beauty of winter, the “Icy Winter Floral Palette” with its pale blues, silvery purples, frosty whites, and cool burgundy, encapsulates the purity and freshness of the season. This palette is perfectly suited for an elegant winter wedding where the serene and cool tones, combined with the warm richness of burgundy, create a breathtaking backdrop for a day filled with love and celebration.
Embrace the essence of winter with these floral palettes, each tailored for a different purpose or event. These floral combinations set the stage for unforgettable moments that resonate with the beauty and charm of the season. Whether you opt for cozy intimacy, rustic elegance, or icy splendor, these palettes offer a canvas to create memories as beautiful as a snow-covered landscape.
Happy Holidays from Golden Flowers!