Think Spring!

Although the first day of spring is almost upon us (officially on March 20th), we "Phoenicians" have already been enjoying mild temperatures, playing outdoors, bright blue skies with white pufffy clouds, and beautiful blossoming flowers. However, sometimes it feels like spring is short-lived here in Arizona, especially when in another month or so, before we know it, the temperature will quickly soar in the high 80's and 90's and we'll be crawling indoors to be in the air conditioning!

Although we can't control mother nature, we can definitely let the nuances of spring influence our inspiration for colorful, crisp, and life-evoking decor and accessories for entertaining. Whether you are planning a wedding or an outdoor soiree, now is the time to choose a color palette that induces the freshness, renewal, and growth that spring stands for.



Keep it simple; tie in punches of color with a clean white backdrop. Highlight flowers that ARE in season NOW for centerpieces---not only will your budget thank you (since you won't be requesting out-of-season blooms that have to flown in from somewhere like Holland or Ecuador), but nothing is as reminiscent as fresh florals that are grown in the springtime...it will be a welcome sight for guests who have been surrounded by the grey, dreary hues of the winter months that have just passed.



Here are just a few of our favorite spring blooms that are in season:
Ranunculus, tulips, roses, dahlia, calla lilies, peonies, daffodils, anemones, hyacinths, irises, lily of the valley, sweet pea, delphinium...