July 29th, 2011 by Georgeann When the thermometer goes above 80˚F, I become an insane, rage-filled lunatic. The subway makes me angry. Walking down the street is a test of self control. Understandably, the latest heat wave in the Big Apple has been a real struggle for me, and
many New Yorkers share my pain. I find myself longing for a beach day – soft sand, cool water, and a fresh ocean breeze – not to mention a tall, icy cold, potent, tropical drink.
At least as a florist in NYC, I can find a daily escape in vibrant cool color of fresh summer flower bouquets (and a walk-in cooler). Here are some tricks you can use to get the same effect, creating a beach-inspired look for a summer floral centerpiece or a tropical oasis on a corner of your desk to keep the dog days of summer at bay. [Read more →]
July 24th, 2011 by Georgeann My wedding day was the happiest day of my life. Really. Even today, almost 9 years later, all I need to do to feel a tingle of pure joy is remember that day. Besides the sublime wonder of officially becoming family with my fantastic husband, it was amazing to be surrounded by family and dear friends, to be wearing a gorgeous dress, and carrying the most spectacular wedding bouquet in the world.
2 seconds after I received my wedding bouquet!
I had to have my bouquet surgically removed from me to dance our first dance as man and wife. At one point, our photographer begged me to put it down: “Just one picture without the flowers, please?” [Read more →]
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July 21st, 2011 by Georgeann 
I recently rejoined the team here at Big Apple Florist and I’ve been entrusted to become the next Big Apple Florist Blogger. I hope in the coming months to educate, inform and entertain you! I am passionate about flowers and I love to share my enthusiasm, so I am going to try to use this blog to introduce the general public to the fascinating world of flowers and plants.
About me:
Since 2003 I have worked in many aspects of the floral industry from sales, to design, to management. I first worked at Big Apple in 2007 as primary flower buyer and a floral designer. I left for a few years to try out some other flower studios, recently even making the excursion out to the farthest reaches of northern Queens! And now I’ve happily returned to Big Apple Florist. I’ve had lots of different floral jobs, and I look forward to sharing my knowledge and insight.
My favorite aspect of my work, besides just seeing the flowers, is working with customers. I like to get to know people, so I can try to create an arrangement that is really going to make the best impression. [Read more →]
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This exotic floral table arrangement includes Anthurium, Gloriosa Lilies, and Craspedia. This beautiful flower arrangement has been donned the “Queen of Hearts” because of the sheer presence it has in a room – the tropical flowers in combination with the grand looped leaves make it such an impressive bouquet. This is also a great representation of the work we do for our Weekly Corporate Flowers.
