Reveling in Fresh Floral Motifs for Spring

By Dr. Yakini

Each morning I step outside my downtown Brooklyn apartment and trek slowly to the office, my brow furrowed in slight confusion.  Despite the "official" arrival of spring, I find that I'm still pushing aside the delicious, airy spring clothes I eagerly purchased months ago, and reaching for the wool sweaters and slacks I've been rotating all winter season.   

Though weather in the city is still precarious, I can't help but grow excited as I watch the travel channel and fantasize about languishing on the beach, peruse Time Out New York, which highlights all the fabulous, warm weather events in the city, and page through food magazines featuring brightly colored berries and melon from the farmers' markets. 

In keeping with my mood of optimism and good cheer, I thought I would kick-off the "official" arrival of spring by sharing some exceptionally beautiful floral inspiration that I discovered at Rosenow Floral Design.  Although Erin Rosenow just recently set up shop in San Francisco, it appears that wedding blogs and home decorating ezines alike are buzzing about her gorgeous arrangements!  Her work is breath-taking and, if you are anything like me, just fawning over these beautiful photos will be enough to add some serious spring to your step!

Each of Erin's floral arrangements is a unique and individual declaration of beauty and femininity.  Being totally smitten with pink myself, this collection (above images) is especially near and dear to my heart. 

Her use of color is brilliant, isn't it?  Just envision these peaches, oranges, and creams arranged in your favorite vase atop the mantel, causing your entire sitting room to smell deliciously of spring!

Just look at the amazing textural accents she uses!  These yellows are nothing short of irresistible!  When I gaze at these arrangements, I think back to when I was a little girl sitting in my grandmother's kitchen in South Carolina, sipping freshly squeezed lemonade.   

I have never been more impatient for the world to warm up around me.  In the meantime Erin's floral arrangements work wonders for my mind and spirit! So while we continue to await both the arrival and feel of spring, think about treating yourself, your best girlfriend, or your mom to some gorgeous spring floral couture!  Don't you deserve it?

Images courtesy of Rosenow Floral Design.

Dr. Yakini is a clinical psychologist and freelance lifestyle writer living in Brooklyn, NY.  She owns and edits Girly Home Webzine®, the online magazine for ladies living siddity in the city. 

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