Using flowers à la blocks in a box

The increasing value being attributed to the individual means that everyone wants to have a voice in things. We’re feeling more self-confident and not afraid to say what’s on our minds. Read about how this trend, known as ‘Recentered Stage’, is being applied to flowers.

Idealism

The world is moving at a fast pace. Big changes are happening, especially when it comes to the economy, ecology and globalization. These changes, however, aren’t being accepted without being questioned. Individual interests are important, and we’re speaking up for ourselves. This idealism – reminiscent of the sixties and seventies – means we’re more often taking to the streets to insist on getting what we want.

A goal

We expect the government to be honest and transparent, and we assess businesses according to the same criteria. With this expectation, we’re asking for a definite focus and for green products that represent an ideal: products that contribute to a goal. For flowers, this means that the story behind the product is very important.

Geometry

In the ‘Recentered Stage’ trend, the strong stance taken by consumers is reflected in the design of flowers. Geometric shapes are absolutely essential as part of a whimsical cheerful look. Steps, rectangles, circles and archways are given a prominent role. Sometimes the patterns overlap to create a sense of depth in the designs.

A whimsical effect

Flower arranging often involves the use of color contrasts with the result being harmonious instead of garish. An example would be the contrasting of soft pastel colors with vivid colors such a yellow, terra cotta, blue and purple. Geometric shapes are used in a whimsical way, as if they had tumbled out of a box of blocks. Standard bouquet shapes are making way for interesting relationships of shape.