The floristry industry is set to bloom in 2016 as the economy continues to grow. The demand for flower arrangements, bouquets, wedding and event décor, and more is up! So florists, stock up now on bulk elastic tying string to stun with these floral design trends:

Festival — Vibrant, hot colors combined with rustic, world-market accents such as fabrics, wood, beads, brightly-colored glass or fascinating ceramics. Use elastic tying string to bundle chrysanthemums, roses, gerbera, delphinium, sunflowers and other richly-colored flowers.

Sorbet — Taking its inspiration from the frozen treat, this trend is a combination of soft, springy pastels with bright pops of color interspersed. Cymbidium, tulips, lilies are set off with roses, delphinium, etc. Bundle with elastic tying string and arrange in uniquely-shaped, modern vessels of light-colored glass, ceramic, potentially accented with denim, wood or cork.

Lustre — A formal floral trend, particularly hot for events and weddings. Use metallic accents — gold, silver, mirror and bronze vessels with a high gloss — and include jewelry-like accents that sparkle. Use boldly shaped flowers ranging from crisp white to cream and pink blush. Think calla lilies, ranunculus, spray roses, and stock, combined with metallic leaf and floral accents.

Lavish — All about romance, the hues here run from red to blush with roses, carnations and dahlias, interspersed with stock and purple hypericum berries. Tie these flowers together with elastic tying string and place in antique or vintage-inspired gold, brass, crystal-shaped glass and candelabra-inspired vessels along with velvet and satin accents.  

When developing floral designs, remember that 2016 is the year for Pantone’s blushing Rose Quartz (13-1520) and cool Serenity (15-3919), a refreshing combination with a range of potential color pairings from Orchid Haze and Silver Gray to Lentil Sprout, Cocoon and Sphinx.

Stock up now on elastic tying string for dramatic floral arrangements, and don’t forget to order plenty of flat knitted elastic to prepare for corsages when prom season hits. Contact Elastic Connections at 847-426-6830 to discuss your needs.