My grandfather used to quote Confucius constantly, what a wise man he was... Confucius, and Grandpa. Truly, we are surrounded by beauty. We just have to recognize it. I am so grateful to have been raised and nurtured by a family that looks for and acknowledges the beauty all around us. Life is beautiful.
Floral Design | Image | Styling by Lauryl Lane.
I was delighted when the latest issue of Martha Stewart Living featured arrangements of greenery on the cover! I've been mixing greens in my home, sans florals, for many years now. They aren't right for every occasion, but when I want some nature in my home (which is all the time), and I don't have the time to tend to fresh-cut flowers (they should be re-cut and the water changed out every single day!), I throw some pretty greens in a vase! They'll dry out if left unattended, but often look pretty even as they die/dry, and you can usually find a variety of greens to clip from your own yard if you don't have time to go purchase more unusual varieties (such as those shown above, or in MSL!). Not to mention, green is my favorite color. So sometimes, for my home, I just stick with greenery!
Images | Styling | Design by Lauryl Lane.
I recently had the opportunity to design and style some florals for a photo shoot at my friend John Michel's home in Los Angeles. John's Silver Lake apartment is beautifully decorated, and it was such a pleasure to choose flowers and textures that worked with his heirloom vessels and highlighted the special decor pieces throughout his living spaces. I think there is nothing better than bringing fresh flowers into the home. It's a touch of luxury, and that is something that every well-loved home deserves!
Images | Floral Design | Styling by Lauryl Lane.