The Power of Flowers

Embrace 2010!

2010-01-06T12:10:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year!

We hope you started this year off right!

A special congrats to all of our newly enegaged couples.

Here are just a few numbers to wrap your head around starting out this 2010!

ENGAGEMENT STATISTICS:

1/3 of all engagements occur during the holidays.
The average American engagement is 16 months.

During the engagement period, couples buy:
$4 billion in furniture
$3 billion in house wares
$400 million in tableware

June is the most popular month for weddings, then August, followed by September October and May

Every year an average of 2.4 million weddings are performed in the U.S.
175 guests are invited to an average wedding
One third of engaged couples retain a Wedding Consultant (More should consider this!!!)
Average size of wedding party: 12
Most brides (30%) plan their weddings for 7 to 12 months
About 15% of weddings include ethnic customs
35% of weddings occur in the summer; 29% in the spring; 23% in the fall; 13% in the winter.
11% of winter weddings are Christmas weddings

MARRIAGES BY MONTH
January 4.7%
February 7.0%
March 6.1%
April 7.4%
May 9.8%
June 10.8%
July 9.7%
August 10.2%
September 9.6%
October 9.4%
November 7.4%
December 7.8%

SOURCES
Association of Bridal Consultants
Condé Nast Bridal Group
Mediapost.com National Bridal Service
National Center for Health Statistics
Greeting Card Association
National Association of Wedding Ministers

http://www.aweddingministers.com/wedding/statistics.htm

Thanksgiving

2009-11-17T08:09:00.000-08:00

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and it is a great start to the holiday season. I love the idea of a full table surrounded by family and friends sharing food, memories and good times. A good friend of mine called me last year to help her put together a warm and inviting holiday look for her home. Here are some ideas for your holiday cheer.

Start outside. Little touches add to your home and can be enjoyed by your neighbors as well!

Add some food to your décor! This fresh style is sure to welcome all your guests.

Linens are always an elegant way to incorporate the season and transform any table.

When you are making your plans for this thanksgiving think about the little touches that you can incorporate. Fresh flowers and greenery add a wonderful look and fragrance to your home.

If you need any help you know who to call!

White Hot Party

2009-10-26T10:13:00.000-07:00

We have partnered with our friend Heidi of Room Service Event Rentals for their First Annual Showcase Event which is NEXT week!!! November 3rd (See full deets by clicking on invite)

RSVP Today! heidi@roomservicerentals.com OR 202-321-6814

Here is some White Hot groupings that Room Service has to offer. :D

#JFW&ED

Pretty Pinks

2009-10-23T08:13:00.000-07:00

Last week was wonderful at the Saks Fifth Avenue KEY TO THE CURE event. While the weather was not informed that the rain needed to stop, we still saw more then a few brave the chills to join us for this kick off event.

Who are these attrative people? :D

Next week...Find out what is White Hot this November!

MANY thanks to Matt Van Der Molen and Pamela Sorensen of Pamela's Punch for the images and coverage of this tremendous event.

#JFW&ED

Meet Our 'Ladies'

2009-10-14T12:36:00.000-07:00

This week we are designing with one of our favorite mediums…our mannequins!!!

On Thursday we will be at Saks Fifth Avenue fashionably accented with florals so come and see us! Saks Fifth Avenue Chevy Chase will kick off KEY TO THE CURE tomorrow Thursday, October 15th at 6:00p.m. with a shopping party extravaganza, including cocktails, food, entertainment and special activities benefiting Suburban Hospital Breast Programs.

Be sure to break out your cash, credit cards and checkbooks!

The first time we designed our ‘girls’ was for a delightful Juicy Couture Mitzvah. Each table featured a different ‘girl’ with a different fashionable floral design. ALL of them were a pink dream. We were even lucky enough to receive recognition from Special Events Magazine with a Gala Awards for Best Table Design win this past January.

Pink, fashion and flowers are a wonderful combination and we are so excited to turn our ‘girls’ into ‘ladies’ for this event. We hope to see you there so you can experience our ‘ladies’ firsthand.

Since the original event we have had the opportunity to accent our designs with fashion, accessories and even candy! We look forward to seeing what else we can dream up for the next event. Maybe it will be yours?!?!

#KEYTOTHECURE

#JFW&ED

Van & Eric's Dream Wedding

2009-10-02T12:40:00.000-07:00

Special thanks for our WONDERFUL friend Sam Taylor @ egomedia photography!!!

@UsWeekly
@WeddingChannel.com
@TheKnot

#JFW&ED

"My flower arrangements take my breath away!"

2009-09-03T08:00:00.000-07:00

The "I Do" Details

2009-09-01T10:12:00.000-07:00

Extra Extra ! ! !

2009-08-31T11:51:00.000-07:00

Read all about…US!!!

Here is Van's Blog on UsWeekly.com

This week be sure to pick up your copy of Us Weekly and turn to page 68 & 69!

Check out the deets on the FLOWERS and more pics to come.

#JFW&ED
#DreamWedding
@TheKnot
@WeddingChannel
@UsWeekly

Summer Love

2009-08-21T10:44:00.000-07:00

We just wanted to share a bit of summer loving.

Our friend Vinnu of Events by Design will be receiving these summertime colors.

Just wanted to start your weekend off with a smile.

http://twitpic.com/eqilj
#JFW&ED

A Dream Wedding

2009-08-05T12:59:00.000-07:00

Wenner Media's Us Weekly has partnered with WeddingChannel.com for a promotional contest that offers readers the chance to win a celebrity-style wedding.

“Dream Wedding,” which is being promoted in Us Weekly, on its Web site, the WeddingChannel.com site and a joint microsite between the brands, launched June 2. The contest asks engaged couples to submit their stories online through June 12. Visitors to the microsite will then vote on twenty finalists chosen by Us Weekly and WeddingChannel.com, and the winning couple will receive wedding planning and goods worth up to $100,000.

Guess who is doing the FLOWERS?!?!?!

Only the best in town for this job! Janet Flowers Wedding & Event Designs!

We will be sure to keep you updated on all the details.

Keep an eye out for a sneak peak this week! ;-)

Fashion & Flowers

2009-08-05T12:21:00.000-07:00

After the daily reading of The Zoe Report – Rock like an Egyptian we couldn’t agree more. Edge with a bit of softness works very well together. That is why we wanted to highlight our pyramid bud vase (edge) with a chic lily bloom (soft).

What are your favorite edgy and soft combinations?

Splash of Color

2009-07-31T08:54:00.000-07:00

Who says wedding flowers have to be white?

Not us!

Check out some of the vibrant colors to be seen this weekend.

Janet Flowers visiting Philly!

2009-07-09T10:47:00.000-07:00

Tonight, Janet herself will be attending a fabulous event put together by our friends at Elan Artists. Some of the other talent expected to be there includes Innove Event Styling, TableArt, Stephen Starr Events and Eventions.

Full report to follow!

And don't forget about the Elan Artists Musical Showcase next week!

Summer Cocktail Fete!!

2009-07-02T10:09:00.000-07:00

Just us and our friends at Elan Artists for a wonderful showcase at the Four Seasons!
July 16th 2009

Mark it!

Brushing Bridal Showcase

2009-06-23T11:21:00.000-07:00

Tonight experience the Corcoran with us!

Together with some of the best vendors in DC we are participating in an event to highlight the Corcoran Gallery of Art as a wedding venue.

If you are still looking for anyone to help you with your wedding here are the supporters for tonight and wonderful vendors.

Ace Beverage, Bash, Bialek’s Music Limited, Blue Sky Films, Chris Laich Music Services, eventEQ, Fluffy Thoughts Cakes, Hitched, MarcParcValet inc, Perfect Settings, Red Door Spas, Elizabeth Arden, Room Service, Furniture & Event Rentals, Saima Says Design, Simply Chic Events, Wedding Photojournalism by Rodney Bailey, Windows Catering Company

See you there!

Viva La Vida!

2009-06-11T11:38:00.000-07:00

C'est la vie!

While we were not the ISES DC Tabletop winner, our table rocked!

There was a lot of very different types of tables and very different types of music. I heard songs from the 80’s to the 00’s. And each of the tables really had their own way of expressing the teams interpretation of the song.

And the winner was…

While you can’t see if from this angle there is a TV screen in the top part of the table. Not something I have seen before!

Things are heating up!

2009-06-10T12:01:00.000-07:00

DC ISES is at the House of Sweden tonight! This evening is a tabletop competition and it is going to be H-O-T! (Partly because of the weather!).

Here is a little taste of the lusciousness you expect from us. ;-)

See you tonight or check us out tomorrow to a full review.

Celebrate 2 Educate

2009-04-23T10:56:00.000-07:00

Join us tonight at the Willard Hotel!

Lana Orloff is hosting a great party to have fun and help raise awareness about the Lazarus Foundation and their wonderful work providing educational support to disadvantaged, at-risk, and foster care high-school and college students. We are proud to be the floral provider for such a great cause.

For more details click here.

Hope to see you in your finest Spring attire.

Are you on the List?

2009-04-16T13:13:00.000-07:00

Tonight Washington Life Magazine hosts the Young and the Guest List for the 250 most influential Washingtonians under 40. Of course your favorite floral designer will be there!

In case you aren’t on the list here is a sneak preview…

See you tonight! Or read all about it tomorrow. :)

ART & Flowers

2009-04-02T14:39:00.000-07:00

Hope you have recovered from Saturday by now! In case you missed us this weekend we were all over the place including ARTini at the Corcoran Gallery of Art check out this article from BizBash.

We love it when sleek furniture, chic flowers and smart drinks make for an amazing event. Reports state that attendance was up for this year’s event, which we always adore.

See you around town!

Treat Your Admin This April!

2009-03-31T11:46:00.001-07:00

Red Door Spas and Janet Flowers would like to offer a brilliant special for Admin Day! Show your appreciation with a gift card and a spring bouquet this April 22nd!!!

Feel free to give us a call to place your order by April 20th!!!

A Special Night

2009-03-25T12:03:00.000-07:00

Cold food combined with hot music equals success. Thanks to everyone who had a hand in helping with last night’s event.

The chic lounge furnishings and camouflaging pipe and drape really modernized our warehouse. Big shout out to Syzygy Event Productions!

Notice the striking uplights? The perfect pin-spotting? That is courtesy of Frost Lighting.

Take a look at these ‘hot’ dishes for the spring palette. Superb Cuisines is just that superb!

Is this Rockville, MD? One of our guests couldn’t tell if this was MD or NYC.

Fantastic music bestowed by Élan Artists featuring Nation.

And a BIG thanks for these wonderful photos to Jonathan!

And did you see the chocolate fountain?
It is true that chocolate makesEVERYTHING better.

We love each and every one of you who had a hand in this wonderful event.

More to come soon...You can count on it.

Press Club never looked so good!

2009-03-17T10:20:00.000-07:00

That might be an overstatement. But just take a look at the pictures and it is hard to disagree. We are so lucky being an event florist in DC because we get to work in really great locations.

We are so lucky that Freed is so good to us and gets us photos super fast. There is nothing like a good room shot to give the feeling of a celebration

Its a nice spring treat to see sunflowers because while its hot/cold here I can't wait until spring!

More to come...keep an eye on us... :)

It has arrived!!!

2009-03-12T17:48:00.000-07:00

We have been so busy we didn't get to share the news...it came in the mail!

Our March issue of Special Events Magazine!

There is nothing better then seeing your work listed as a GALA AWARD WINNER!

We are so excited and can't wait until next week, see you here. :)

Champange and Celebrations

2009-03-10T12:22:00.000-07:00

In case you haven't heard the word on the street there is a celebration happening over here!

March 24th we want to invite you to come celebrate our Special Events Gala Award for Best Dining Table Design.

We are very honored to be the first company from Washington to receive this award and want to share the celebration with everyone.

If you haven't received an invite please send us a note so that we can add you to our guestlist!

More updates soon.
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Elan Artists

2009-03-10T12:03:00.000-07:00

Last night we attended an awesome event at the Willard!

Elan Artists presented a musical showcase highlighting their talent for some of the top Washington planners and perspective clients. Check them out they are wonderful and Josh is a dear!

I have a few photos from the event. Of course they are of the flowers, because you need to check out Elan's website to hear the music!

As always the Crystal Room is fantastic to decorate! Our blooming branches gave the elegant room a touch of spring.

Each table had a wonderful touch of color!

Hope everyone had as much fun with we did and see you all next time. :)

Success!

2009-03-03T09:19:00.000-08:00

Just wanted to report about our busy and successful weekend!

Saturday was a winner at the Westin in Alexandria. The hotel hosted a bridal show for their featured vendors and we partnered up with Hansilla of Pranava Events (www.pranavaevents.com) for a stunning room with flowers and décor provided by us!

Sunday at the Willard was picturesque. We really feel that everyone really showed what they do best. The Crystal Room looked fantastic and we are very pleased with all the brides that came through to talk with us.

Steve Canning (www.stevecanningphotography.com) took extra good care of us Sunday making sure we got pictures of everything and we even have a few to show already!

Our corner in the Crystal Room all decked out.

Elegant Calla Design

Chic Crystal Dripping Tree

Just a few ideas for bouquets

I love the mini pineapples!

One of my favorite bouquets!

Engaged! at the Willard

2009-02-27T12:30:00.000-08:00

We are busy putting together the finishing touches on our flowers and decor for this weekends event at The Willard Hotel. Engaged! magazine is hosting fashion consultant and media personality, Clinton Kelly, of What Not to Wear, as he presents an interactive presentation with the audience of brides-to-be on What To Wear on the big day.

After his presentation be sure to come stop by our display to see some of our new designs.

See you on Sunday!

Come visit us at Tysons Galleria!

2009-02-11T13:13:00.000-08:00

BRIDES magazine and De Beers are celebrating together the launch of the De Beers Duo Ring by designing unique window displays in ten De Beers locations across the country. Janet Flowers Wedding and Event Designs is the featured floral designer for the De Beers in Tyson’s Corner, Virginia.

Each day the store will host a 'bridal showcase' from 1-6pm. Featured along with our flowers will be designer gowns, bridal cake samples and of course the rings!

Come see us this Saturday onsite and check everything out for yourself.

We have a winner!

2009-02-02T06:57:00.000-08:00

2008 Best Table Design for "Couture Yourself"
Presented January 30th at The Special Event Conference 2009, San Diego, CA

Inauguration!

2009-01-22T12:49:00.000-08:00

A selection of photos from our inaugural events!

4 for Flowers!

2008-12-09T08:35:00.001-08:00

Election Day

2008-11-04T09:30:00.001-08:00

Here in the Washington DC Metro area we are all excited awaiting the results of today's election. The mood will change regardless of who is elected today and no matter what I am sure it will lead to an electrifying inauguration season!