Flowers for Events: Set the Scene!

If you're planning an event in Melbourne or Sydney, whether it's a Melbourne Cup Lunch, a corporate dinner, a baby shower, or a birthday brunch, the right floral arrangements can elevate the ambiance and create a memorable experience for your guests. Here’s a guide to selecting fresh flower designs that will make your event stand out.

When selecting flowers for your event, consider the theme, setting, and the season. Here are some popular choices:

Versatility: Roses are timeless and versatile, making them suitable for nearly any event. They come in a wide range of colors, allowing you to match your event's theme.

Symbolism: Roses symbolize love and elegance, perfect for adding a touch of sophistication to weddings or anniversaries.

Order: Pearsons Premium White Table Centre is a timeless and elegant design including roses.

Uniqueness: Australian native flowers like banksias, waratahs, and kangaroo paws bring a unique and natural charm to your arrangements.

Durability: These flowers are often more resilient, making them a practical choice for outdoor events.

Order: A Native Table Centre in a glass vase is the perfect design for this long-lasting style.

Texture and Form: Disbuds, a type of chrysanthemum, add texture and volume to arrangements. Their large, full blooms create a focal point in any centerpiece.

Variety: Available in various colors, disbuds can complement other flowers in your design.

Order: Our Blush Table Centre is a lovely design for a long table.

Affordability: Carnations are a cost-effective option without sacrificing beauty or impact.

Longevity: Known for their long-lasting nature, carnations are ideal for events that last all day.

Order: Pearsons elegant Pastel Table Centre is beautiful for adding a touch of gentle colour to your event.

When considering floral designs, think about the arrangement style that best suits your event:

Melbourne Cup Lunches: Opt for vibrant and bold centerpieces that reflect the excitement of the races. Consider using trackside color palettes with a mix of roses and seasonal flowers.

Order: A Bright Table Centre is perfect to add to the excitement of a race day in Sydney or Melbourne.

Corporate Dinners: Choose elegant and understated centerpieces, like a mix of white and pastel flowers, to create a professional yet inviting atmosphere.

Order: Premium Long White Table Centre for elegance and sophistication.

Baby Showers: Incorporate soft pastels and delicate blooms like peonies and roses to match the joyful and tender spirit of the occasion.

Order: A set of Pastel Flower Bottles is a great way to create your own unique tablescape.

Birthday Brunches: Use colorful and cheerful arrangements with a mix of roses, carnations and even poppies when in season to celebrate the occasion in style.

Order: A Vivid Vase to complement the happy occasion.

Consult a Professional: Work with a Pearsons expert florist who understands the nuances of seasonal flowers and can provide advice on the best selections for your event.

Consider the Venue: Take into account the venue’s size, lighting, and color scheme when designing your floral arrangements.

Plan Ahead: Order your flowers in advance, especially for popular events like the Melbourne Cup, to ensure availability and freshness.

By selecting the right combination of flowers and designs, you can create a stunning and memorable setting for any function in Melbourne or Sydney. Whether you choose the classic elegance of roses or the unique beauty of native flowers, your event is sure to be a blooming success.