A bouquet with colour and composition in an autumn bouquet
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The delphinium is well suited to stand alone in a vase, because it has flowers from top to bottom.
A bouquet starts with flowers, but gains meaning through the florist’s choices. In this autumn arrangement it is all about contrast, character and composition. A combination of materials carefully selected for their colour, shape and story. In this example, Britt van der Prijt from Bloemenhof in Heemstede shows how to create a seasonal bouquet that not only works in form, but also says something about the season, the origin of the flowers and your style as a florist. A source of inspiration for those who want to work with distinctive materials and striking seasonal flowers.
A bouquet that says: I’m thinking of you
Sometimes you just want to let someone know you are thinking of them. Not because something big is happening, but precisely because the small moments matter. This bouquet says with flowers what you might not be able to put into words.
Anigozanthos gives the bouquet a friendly appearance, as if inviting you to pause for a moment. Leucospermum adds energy, as a sign of strength. The calla brings calm and balance to the whole. Beneath them, solidago and limonium provide cohesion. They connect the individual elements and fill the empty spaces.
This bouquet is a gesture. A way of showing: I see you, I’m thinking of you, and I wanted you to receive something beautiful today.
Flower choice in the autumn bouquet with character and contrast
The strength of this bouquet lies in the combination of flowers with distinctive qualities. Think of:
Physalis and asclepias: bring the autumn feeling to life instantly. Their orange and warm tones create a strong base with a lot of seasonal atmosphere.
Carthamus and rosa: add structure and volume, they are clearly present.
Zantedeschia, campanula and delphinium: striking in shape, but bringing balance through the soft colour tone.
Leucospermum, helianthus and heliconia: are statements in the bouquet, flowers that immediately draw attention.
Astilbe and anigozanthos: add a soft element.
Limonium and solidago: together provide air and filling in the bouquet.
Eryngium: has a robust, almost rugged look. The spiky flower adds texture.
The balance lies in the variation. Strong, sturdy flowers are balanced by finer varieties, making the bouquet distinctive without overpowering.
Bringing colours into balance in an autumn bouquet
Autumn bouquets call for deep, warm colours. In this arrangement, orange, copper and ochre yellow are the main tones. They immediately give that recognisable autumn feeling.
Yet there is room for contrast. The bright blue of delphinium, the soft pink of calla and the fresh green of solidago break through the warm colour palette in exactly the right places. By thoughtfully combining warm and cool tones, the bouquet remains lively and in balance.
Enhancing the seasonal feeling with autumn flowers and materials
The materials in this bouquet immediately evoke the feeling of autumn. Spiky flower heads, gnarled stems and rich berry branches bring both structure and season. They make the bouquet almost like a woodland walk in vase form.
To bring this robust base into balance, lighter elements such as campanula and astilbe were chosen. These bring not only lightness but also breathing space to the arrangement. This keeps the bouquet suitable for a wide range of customers: from those who love strong shapes to those who prefer a more refined expression.
Why this type of bouquet belongs in your autumn collection
This arrangement is an example of how, as a florist, you can combine seasonal feeling and structure in a bouquet. By working consciously with lines, colour contrasts and characterful flowers, a composition is created that stands out and invites you to look. For customers looking for something different from the standard autumn bouquet, this type of work offers a surprising alternative. Perfect to present in the shop or as inspiration for seasonal floral design.
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