Friday, January 28, 2011

{friday faves} protea

happy friday friends!!
 i first came across these super large blooms when i worked afternoons in my local florist back when i was in school.  i was shocked when many brides would turn down this dramatic tropical bloom for their centerpiece, but times have changed and i'm happy to see the protea flower is making its way into today's weddings.  

17 comments :

  1. WOW! I've never seen anything like that. Gorgeous!

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  2. great roundup! i have a floral spotlight on these in a few weeks - i love this flower!!

    happy friday!!

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  3. Oh Chris I agree!!!! Love the King Protea!!!! And the last couple of pictures are my fave!!!!! The arrangement and the brides bouquet are simply over the moon!!!!! So happy to see these amazing blooms making their appearance!!!! Fabulous post my friend ;-)))

    xoxo
    Kristi

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  4. YAY! I buy these everytime I find them! I had no idea what they were called...just knew they were gorgeous and last FOREVER! Thank you - great pics!

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  5. I saw the bloom the other day and just wondered, "What is it!" But it is stunning and if I would have seen it I would have picked it for my bouquet! :) Happy Weekend!

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  6. That 5 and 6 image is absolutely stunning!! Happy weekend!!

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  7. I love that you used to work in your local florist after school - what fun!

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  8. such a unique flower that's still super romantical.

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  9. it's so beautiful...i can also fully see you working as a florist, for all the beautiful flowers you pick and what not!

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  10. Beautiful...and I adore your Friday Faves!!! I see this flower a lot in bouquets and always loved them...so regal. Have a great weekend! xo

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  11. I love proteas-so untamed and wild looking! Hope you're off to the start of a wonderful weekend!

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  12. I love how romantic those flowers are, and they are SO unique!!

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  13. I'll take these over air plants for sure. I saw your comment on Aleah's post. Lol.

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  14. I've always loved how unique + special these are. Great post! A

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  15. I love proteas and they dry wonderfully! I have a hard time finding them but they are definitely a fav of mine!

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  16. I adore proteas and the texture they bring to a bouquet. Love no 5 & 7! Great roundup as always xo

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