For all the floral fanatics like us, we have a real treat for you today. We know the importance of beautiful blooms when it comes to wedding styling. We also know how much inspo is out there, and how difficult it is to decide on a florist that will suit your vibe. So we’ve tried to make the job a tad easier for you dear friends by rounding up 20 of our fave petal-perfecting peeps in this annual Top Florists to follow on Instagram post.
Whether you’re into soft, delicate blooms, bright, funky statement installations or wild and sculptural masterpieces, we promise that there is a florist below who you will adore.
While you’re on a wedding planning roll, be sure to check out our Top 20 Stylists to Follow on Instagram and 25 Outdoor Ceremony Styling Ideas We Love, too. And while you’re at it, why not grab a copy of our Wedding Planner & Notebook to keep all your notes and thoughts in one tidy and cute spot. Now, get your moodboard ready, ‘cos you’ve got some serious pinning to do.
JUDAH ROSE
Designing from their private studio in Central Victoria, Ashe and Grace’s work reflects seasonal beauty and all that they do is environmentally-minded (100 per cent foam-free and Australian grown). “As well practising sustainably, a part of our business that we care about deeply is that every bloom alleviates poverty,” the girls share. “A portion of our earnings are donated to our community partners in Bendigo and India. Not only do our flowers look good, they feel good too!” They design with romantic muted shades as well as classic rich hues, and you can easily wile away a few hours on their grid admiring their luxe and unique work. If this all sounds like the kind of florist you need in your life, reach out right here.
Follow @judah_rose
MRS GIBBONS FLOWERS
David and Amber, the Mr and Mrs from Mrs Gibbons masterfully design their floral arrangements from start to finish and always bring the wow factor. Their incred attention to detail combined with their 20 years of experience has made them a firm favourite with couples from our Hello May Real Weddings, such as Sam & Shanley with their gorg Brisbane wedding. If you’re a lover of their work as well, be sure to message them for more info! They are now based in the Illawarra but service the whole east coast of Oz, and we truly can’t recommend these legends highly enough.
Follow @mrsgibbonsflowers
SALT FLOWER
The two best friends, Zara and and Tamasin, behind this booming Melbourne-based business share a love for flowers and celebrating, and most importantly, the two together! They pride themselves on being conscious and kind when creating, and from start to finish focus on thoughtful conversation and design. They also say they adopt a ‘salty’ style when designing wedding florals, encapsulating an organic, wild and bold feel. In short, they make absolute magic with petals and we can’t get enough of their stuff! We especially love the flowers at Nat & Jackson’s wedding and Nic & Odi’s. If you love what you see, hit ’em up here.
Follow @_saltflower
LITTLE BOTANICA
We have a lot of love for this New Zealand-based florist! From bountiful bouquets to sculptural masterpieces that break the mould, these floral designers from Queenstown know what’s up and deliver the goods every damn time. Not only are their designs visually appealing but the quality of the flowers they use is topnotch, too – sourcing nothing but the freshest seasonal flowers from local growers and markets to create blooming beautiful arrangements. Interest piqued? Shoot off an enquiry right here.
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X FLOS
When we spotted the handiwork of Melbourne florist Kayla of X Flos fame in Katie & Zac’s wedding, it was love at first sight. Perhaps the bride and groom describes the epic blooms best: “X Flos flowers are electrifyingly colourful and the composition of their arrangements were of a sculptural nature that I hadn’t seen anywhere else. They came to our venue and filled it with beautiful energy and vibrant beautiful flowers.” What more could you want!? The sculptural installations this team create are wild and wonderful and always bring the wow factor. Do yourself a favour and give them a follow!
Follow @xflos__
PIPER + POSIE
“Bold, playful, flirty and unapologetic. Whimsical yet sexy, subtle yet confident, romantic and full of fun,” says head flowerer and creator Piper of her stunning style. This Victorian florist is known for creating WOW moments, offering everything from bouquets and boutonnières to ceiling covering installations at intimate soirees or grand affairs. You want to mix things up and incorporate fruit, mushrooms, disco balls? If that sounds like something you’d be into as much as we are, then here are all her deets.
Follow @piperandposie_
BEE’S BLOSSOMS
Belle’s Gold Coast-based business was born in peak pandemic, when her brother was getting married and didn’t have a florist… “I decided to give it a whirl and I simply fell in love with the craft, and knew designing wedding florals was what I wanted to do. Formal flower school training, a whole lot of passion and a bit of refining in style, and here we are!” she says. And thank goodness for that, because we just adore’s Belle unstructured and ‘just-picked from the garden’ style. Check out more of her gorg handiwork in this lush styled shoot and if you love what you see (like us!) you can get in touch here.
Follow @beesblossomfloralstudio
THE LILLIPILLIAN
We here at Hello May are long-time lovers of The Lillipillian’s gorgeous floral work! Head flowerer Tegan is always on-pointe with her stunning and standout designs, which you can peruse at your leisure over on her epic feed (chockas with pinnable inspo). We think she sums ups her rad style best: “A little bit wild, a little bit eclectic, our style is moody and badass with plenty of texture.” Wanna hire this Sydney-based florist (who also services the South Coast, Southern Highlands, Blue Mountains and ACT), simply click here to enquire.
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POMP AND SPLENDOUR
Who would have thought that when floral-obsessed Petra started Pomp and Splendour out of her Brunswick backyard shed 12. years ago, that it would turn into the powerhouse that it is now? Herself and Head Creative Asha are sensitive to curating designs that reflect each individual client, ensuring that their arrangements are always unique like at Em & Trav’s Yarra Valley wedding. While they renowned for their fun and brave use of colour and texture, they also quieten down the mood with romantic pastels and neutrals with equal reverence when the brief calls for it. Hit them up to learn how yours can be tailor made in their Melbourne and Byron Bay studios as well!
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BLOOM BOY
Ross from Bloom Boy is somewhat of an icon among the Hello May Team. We are low-key obsessed with his usage of vivacious, super cool brights. With a background in fashion design, Ross knows exactly how to infuse style into his concepts while keeping them playful and energetic, just as he expertly executed at Zeena and Rich’s wedding (pictured above). In his own words, “flowers are pretty but pretty is boring without a personality, right?” He ain’t wrong! Drop him a line here.
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SHE FOLLOWS FLORAL DESIGN
Dani of She Follows Floral Design says it best when she describes her style: modern, romantic, and sophisticated, but with an edgy flare, using the most beautiful, intentional and impactful floral ingredients. Goulbourn-based, but willing to travel to the South Coast, Sydney and beyond, Dani ensures that your wedding flowers are perfectly designed to suit your vision and vibe. We are HUGE fans! Be sure to add her to your feed for a whole lotta inspo, from bouquets to arbours and more. And reach out here to chat about her specially curated packages that are tailored with love to suit every couple.
Follow @shefollowsfloraldesign
LUCY LOVES CHARLIE
At Lucy Loves Charlie, they have a love for distinctive flowers and are inspired by nature’s palette, exploring colour combos ranging from sunset hues to pastels, bold tones, and earthy shades – and their work is beyond impressive. Have a peek around their Insta page, and we dare you not to feel inspired. And then if this Melbourne-based florist seems like someone you need in your life, shoot off an enquiry here.
Follow @lucylovescharlie.flowers
WILDPLAY FLORA
This florist studio based in Brissie is run by designer Miriam, who’s nature-inspired creations are truly something spesh. Wild, playful, lush, bold, abundant and romantic are all words we’d use to describe this florist’s fine handiwork. “Our mission is to leave a lasting impression on all those in attendance with incredible floralscapes,” says Miriam. We think she’s nailed the brief. To get in touch with this uber-talented flower gal, simply click here.
Follow @wildplayflora
FLWR
We were lucky enough to see Emily in her element when she was tasked with flowering the recent Hello May Wedding Planner & Notebook Launch… and let’s just say, we were beyond impressed. Not only was Byron Bay-based Emily super-talented (and lovely) but her commitment to sourcing blooms from local growers to create uniquely gorgeous arrangements governed by the seasonality of the flowers gets a big tick from us. Loving this look? You can shoot off an enquiry right here.
Follow @flwr_studio
SCAPE BY S
Tasmanian couples in need of a floral stylist need look no further than Sarah from Scape By S. Her talent and creativity knows no bounds and her designs are all about the tranformative power that flowers give to a space. Detail-orientated, Scape by S is known for their signature “grown there” feel and creating standout floral moments just like at Em & Josh’s Perth Elopement. We just adore everything Sarah creates and her romantic, whimisical aesthetic. Give Scape a follow for a tonne of bloomin’ beautiful inspo.
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ASTRO DAPHNE
WOAH, we were blown away when we spot Lilee of Astro Daphne’s amazing floral design at Zara & Kevin’s Melbourne wedding. So. much. stunning. colour! No surprises then that this florist explains that colour is her driving force. “Our constant inspiration is colour and the way we can create a feeling by combining shades,” says Lilee. Magical, out-of-this-world florals are what this Vic-based designer does best, and we dare you to not feel total joy when exploring her vibrant and colour-filled Instagram page, which is, quite simply, a treat for the eyes.
Follow @astrodaphne
STEM HAUS
With over a decade of experience, Lydia and her Adelaide-based team know their stuff. Seriously, SA peeps, if you’re on the hunt for some petal-producing perfectionists, look no further. We’re constantly blown away by the range, quality and talent of this floral designer, who says it best: “We are constantly inspired by our love of flowers, and every concept we create leads us to push the boundaries with our designs.” Like what you see? Here are all the deets to get in touch.
Follow @stemhaus_
FOX & RABBIT
One of Perth’s premium florists, the team at Fox and Rabbit love turning couples’ visions into reality. Their catch-cry is “We don’t copy, we create!” and their Insta page is an absolute treasure trove of floral inspo – from textural elements and vibrant colours impressive installations, these guys have done it all and nailed it all! Spend a little time sifting through their grid and you’re sure to find a style/design/colour palette you adore.
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SONDER + STONE BOUTIQUE
Looking for a beautiful and sustainable way to decorate your wedding without compromising on quality? Sonder + Stone are in the business of everlasting, artificial flowers that look exactly like the real thing. Seriously, check out that lush bouquet above! Whether you’re looking for bouquets, centrepieces, or other floral accents, they create bespoke arrangements made from high-quality artificial and dried/preserved stems that are expertly crafted to mimic the beauty of real blooms, with stunning details and lifelike colours. Sold? Intrigued? Get in touch here.
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FREAKHAUS
Eden and her team are FREAKING powerhouses when it comes to floral design! This Perth florist delivers again and again and again. Always completely blowing our minds with their epic arbours and installations, and their usage of bold and vibrant florals as well as textural elements in their design. Wanna see some of their magic for yourself? Well, jump on over and give them a follow, and then check out head flowerer and founder Eden’s very own (phenom!) wedding right here – the flowers and styling are beyond! – and Katrina & Lee’s dreamy day here.
Follow @freakhaus_
CREDITS Photos (from top) Amanda Alessi, Love by Colour Captured, Created By G, AM For Love Studio, Danelle Bohane, Rolan John Photo, Taylor Kezia, Pearce Brennan, Nikki McCrone, It’s Beautiful Here, Kristie Carrick, Liz Barnes Photo, Burnt Bliss Media, Emma Tkalcevic, Flossy Photo, Maegan Brown Moments, Good Day Dwyer, Flossy Photo, West Creative.