{ Wedding Sneak Preview }

This weekend De La Rose designed the wedding flowers for my friends Brandon & Nicole's Southern California wedding. The color palette was a delicious champagne and chocolate brown. I love the way they turned out! Here's a little sneak preview of the bouquet and boutonniere. More pics to come...

{image via Mike Cunningham of The Digital Orange }

:: Casa Romantica . Laguna Beach ::

Spent the morning whipping up something beautiful for a local client here in Laguna with lots of fresh roses, hydrangea, dahlias, cymbidium orchids, and alstromeria.

I'm sure it will look simply sensational against the backdrop of her gorgeous ocean front home. How could it not? Just look at that view! Have a wonderful weekend everyone!

:: Window Shopping ::

If you're gonna be in the Laguna area this weekend, be sure to shop the window at the corner flower shop here on Glenneyre Street. It's a fall feast for the eyes!

"Earth Laughs In Flowers."

~Ralph Waldo Emerson

Just another lovely day in the corner flower shop. Stop in and see our fall preview. Can you believe it's Septemeber already?

:: A Rose Is A Rose ::

“The fragrance always remains in the hand that gives the rose.”

I guess you could say...He who gives, receives.

{ A Citrus Wedding - Part 1 }

There's just something about summer that makes me think of citrus colored flowers. Check out the amazing blooms from Lisa & Rodney's wedding at the Newport Beach Temple. I think they look absolutely fabulous! The lovely Rachel Thurston is to be thanked for the amazing photographs you are about to enjoy.









To view more photos from their afternoon at the temple, visit Rachel's blog HERE and prepare to be amazed.

{ A Citrus Wedding - Part II }

After Rodney & Lisa's temple wedding, friends and family joined the newlyweds for a ring ceremony and a backyard reception in San Clemente. Event Planner & Painter Shauna Lewis turned their gazebo into a whimsical wonderland. I think the floral arrangements provided the perfect punches of citrus against the cream palette. So much flavor and fun! Again, thank the amazingly talented Rachel Thurston for the photographs...














To see the rest of the incredible photos from Lisa & Rodney's beautiful backyard reception, visit Rachel's blog HERE.

:: Say It With Flowers ::

A few weeks ago we had the pleasure of putting together a beautiful bouquet of flowers for a guy to give to his girlfriend as he asked for her hand in marriage. He asked specifically for pink tulips because he said they were her favorite. Some guys are just so thoughtful. Congratulations on your engagement!

:: A Succulent Bouquet ::

Remember THIS post? Well, here they are! The promised pics of the beautiful succulent bouquet created for Lacey back in July. Many thanks to friend and photographer Mike of The Digital Orange for his incredible photographs!

{ Citrus Fruits & Flowers }

We're cooling things off this summer with these tangy fruit and flower arrangements at De La Rose! Stop in and take a look, or better yet, take one home to enjoy. Your senses will thank you!

:: Exquisite Engagement Dinner ::

A beautiful bride-to-be and her charming fiance celebrated their engagement Friday evening at the swanky French 75 restaurant in Laguna Beach. Vibrant orange roses, paired with modern cymbidiums, and trendy succulents, blended to create their dynamic centerpieces. The combination was magnificent.

:: Stop and Smell the Roses ::

"The world is a rose; smell it and pass it to your friends."
- Persian Proverb

:: August Sunflower Soirée ::

Sunflowers and black and white patterns – two of my favorites combine to make one striking party! The inspiration for this party came from Carolyne Roehm’s book, A Passion for Parties. If you haven’t seen it yet, it’s an absolute must-read! Fabulous ideas and tons of eye candy.

Sunflowers are abundant during the summer months – so take advantage of these “happy” flowers and use them for your next birthday or dinner party. Mixed with the bold stripes, the sunflowers create a graphic, modern look.

:: Seven4One Wedding ::

On Saturday, July 25th, the Pacific Ocean created the perfect backdrop for this gorgeous cosatal wedding at the boutique hotel Seven4One in the famous Laguna Beach. De La Rose was pleased to create all of the floral arrangement for this special event. The results were stunning!

We designed 2 dramatic alter pieces for the sunset ceremony, several lavish bouquets to dress up the chain link screens at the cocktail party, and the elegant centerpieces for the dinner reception.

{ A Succulent Wedding }

A few months back my dear friends Brad & Lacey called me up and asked if I would do the bridal bouquet and boutonniere for their upcoming July wedding. Well, yesterday at the San Diego LDS Temple these two tied the eternal knot sporting these gorgeous succulent creations!

At the request of the bride the bouquet was designed with a grouping of succulents, green cymbidium orchids, and fuchsia gloriosa for a punch of color. For Brad's boutonniere she wanted a simpler approach with a small cluster of green succulents. I'm pretty sure she loved them! Stay tuned for even more amazing photographs from their talented photographer Mike Cunningham of The Digital Orange.

{ A Delectable Defeat }

"To be overcome by the fragrance of flowers is a delectable form of defeat." ~Beverly Nichols

{ Summer Wedding Style }

De La Rose did it again! Peonies, dahlias, roses, hydrangea and orchids were delicately arranged to create these gorgeous centerpieces for a summer wedding at the beautiful Highland Springs Resort in Cherry Valley. Enjoy a few images from the event.

"A Modern Night" - Live Auction

Recently De La Rose had the pleasure of providing unique arrangements for the Orange County Museum of Art's Live Auction, held at the Westin South Coast Plaza. With the theme "A Modern Night," we were asked to create 36 modern succulent branches as the centerpiece for each participant's table. The result was marvelous.

All images come to you courtesy of Mike Cunningham @ The Digital Orange.

:: Engagement Party Arrangement ::

A dear friend of mine called on me to make an arrangement for an engagement party to celebrate our friends Rodney & Lisa. Her request was for a gorgeous white arrangement of roses, peonies, and mini cymbidiums in a vase of blues, greens, and browns. The result was a beautiful arrangement for a beautiful couple. Congratulations you two!

A Soul In Bloom

"If you've never been thrilled to the very edges of your soul by a flower in spring bloom, maybe your soul has never been in bloom." ~Audra Foveo

Anniversary Arrangement

Someone special just celebrated another anniversary! This Saturday my parent's enjoyed their 28th anniversary of wedded bliss. As a token of my appreciation for their continued love I designed this beautiful julep cup full of roses, calas, and kermits.

Happy Anniversary to the couple that means the most to me!

Sunny Saturday

There's no June gloom here! It's a sunny Saturday in Laguna Beach! Stop in and pick out one of our freshly made arrangements like this tangy lime and raspberry mix of roses, dahlia, cockscomb, and cymbidium orchids expertly arranged in a gorgeous treasure chest keepsake.

Laguna Dinner Party

Mrs. Miller, a favorite Emerald Bay client of ours, ordered an arrangement for her weekend dinner party. Her only requirement was roses. Lots and lots of roses! We decided to build a scheme around the "Pic" of the Week, Coffee Break. We mixed the roses with a more lively variety called Circus and laced them with lime-colored cockscomb, kermits, cymbidium orchids, and some vibrant orange sprays. This citrus color mix is one of my favorite combinations for the summertime.

Good luck with your dinner party Mrs. Miller. We hope you and your guests enjoy this cheerful arrangement!

London Calling . . .

Apparently De La Rose has reached overseas status! This week we received an unexpected phone call from over 5,000 miles away. A woman calling from London was hoping to find a local flower shop to deliver an arrangement to a fellow London friend living in Laguna Beach. She requested that we use a myriad of purple and pink peonies.

The flowers looked stunning. The following day our little London friend called again to thank us for such kind assistance and to make sure the arrangement was "simply lovely." It was lovely indeed and so was she!

Designer "Pic" Of The Week

This incredible bicolored rose is called Coffee Break. Don't you just love the name? It's almost as if the orange petals were dipped in a cup of coffee and slightly stained. As the flower blooms, it's large head opens into a mystifying bloom. It's quite the attention getter.

Stop by our shop and pick up a dozen or two for you or a friend and you'll receive 10% off this gorgeous "pic" of the week.

What We're Working On . . .

Please pardon the dust. This week De La Rose is busy making 36 centerpieces for a special event put on by The Orange County Museum of Art The event is scheduled to take place this Friday at The Hyatt in Costa Mesa. The theme for the event is "A Modern Night" and De La Rose has been commissioned to design all of the florals.

Instead of the traditional centerpieces you see at every Orange County event, De La Rose will be creating 36 of these modern succulent branches to sit in the middle of a bed of colored stones on each table. We're excited to share photographs of the final design. Stay tuned!

'Tis The Season For Peonies

As is fitting for such a lovely flower, peony plants derive their name from a Greek myth. Paeon, a student under Aesculapius, god of medicine, was well aware of the medicinal qualities of peony plants. He used them to heal a wound suffered by the god, Pluto. The upstaged Aesculapius wasn't pleased and threatened retribution, but, in one of those charming metamorphoses sprinkled liberally throughout the pages of Greek mythology, Pluto saved Paeon's life: he turned him into a peony plant.

Now is the time to find these beautiful Peonies in full bloom. Stop by De Le Rose and pick up a little or a lot to fill your home with a little happiness and healing power.

Love Is In The Air

Are you planning a summer wedding? Still looking for the perfect florist to design the day of your dreams? Let De La Rose make those dreams come true! There's no wedding too big, no reception too small. We'll make sure it's a day you'll never forget!

Happy Bloomin' Birthday!!!

During the month of May, De La Rose had the pleasure of providing the floral arrangements for the 1st Birthday & Christening celebration of a local resident in the community at Laguna Beach hot spot, Sorrento Grill.

If you or someone you know has an upcoming birthday or special occasion, let the designers at De La Rose create the arrangements that will make it a celebration to remember.

Beautiful Bridal Shower

One of De La Rose's trusted clients called on us to provide the centerpieces for her god daughter's recent Bridal Shower at The Winery Restaurant in Anaheim. As a thank you she emailed us pictures of the gorgeous table settings featuring our arrangements. It looks like all in attendance had a wonderful time.

Comerica Women's Business Symposium

Back in March, De La Rose had the privilege of sponsoring the Comerica Women's Conference hosted by Camille Jayne of the Irvine based company, The Jayne Group. The all women's event was held at the Hyatt Regency in Irvine and featured speakers from all over the Orange County area.

De La Rose was offered the opportunity to provide a large arrangement to be given away in a raffle at the end of the evening, along with a $50 gift certificate for a future arrangement. We were also pleased to provide 200 long-stem red roses to each conference participant. It was truly a successful event and we were proud that De La Rose was invited to represent as one of Orange County's most prestigous floral designers.

Mother's Day Is Coming!!!

"A mother's love is like a garden. Her children are the seeds. And as they grow, she tends to them. Fulfilling all their needs. Her kindness is like sunshine that warms them as they flower. Her nurturing, like springtime rain, a soft and gentle shower. A mother's love is like a garden reflecting tender care. For wherever there is beauty, a mother's love is there." -Amanda Bradley

Still can't decide what to get Mom for Mother's Day? Well, I've heard it said that nothing says "I love you" quite like fresh flowers. So why not come on in and let our talented designers surprise her with a one-of-a-kind creation that's sure to brighten her special day. Mention this blog post before Thursday, May 7th, and receive a 10% discount on your order.

April Showers Bring May Flowers

"I'd rather have roses on my table than diamonds on my neck." ~Emma Goldman

Spring is here and De La Rose is in full bloom. Welcome spring into your home by stopping in today and picking out a blushing bouquet for your living room, bedroom, or wherever your heart desires. Your senses will thank you!

MEET HANNAH: Lead Floral Designer

Introducing our lead designer, Hannah Koo. From an early age, Hannah has always had a greater appreciation for the arts. She found her beginnings in the art of painting, which led to sculpture, and eventually developed into jewelry making. Today, she is a committed floral designer and uses her creative background in Fine Arts to design unique, art-inspired creations.

Design has always come easily to Hannah. Surrounded by creative parents, her love for colors and flowers grew as she watched her father further his career as a landscape artist, while her mom enjoyed a profession in the field of floral design. "Color and nature simply makes me happy" she says. "I truly believe that flowers have an ability to brighten your day."

Hannah received her B.A. in Studio Art from the University of California, Irvine and gained additional expertise from the Otis College of Art and Design in Los Angeles where she specialized in abstract/expressionist painting and sculpture. Soon after graduating, she took on a job at Trellis Florist where she spent many years training and expanding her skills in floral design. In addition to working in the floral industry, she also launched her own jewelry line, Hannah Koo Designs, where she handcrafts each and every individual piece.

After many years of working at high end floral boutiques in West Los Angeles, she decided to move down south to the coast of Laguna Beach, and landed upon a quaint shop called De La Rose, where she can be found working as their Lead Designer. Please stop in to visit her at our charming little boutique on Glenneyre Street, where she can help you with all your floral needs. She will custom create each piece unique to your individual character.

MEET AUBREY: Events & Marketing Director

Introducing our Events & Marketing Director, Aubrey Messick. Born and raised in Southern California, Aubrey ventured from home to study Interior Design in Salt Lake City, Utah. After four years of specialized study, her passions led her back to Southern California to pursue a career in Interior Design. For several years she worked side-by-side with the Director of Design for a custom home builder, designing multi-million dollar estates in the ritzy communities of Pelican Hill and Newport Coast.

In 2008, Aubrey decided to make the transition from Interior Design to Floral Design. She was introduced to the Laguna Beach flower shop De La Rose, where she joined their team of designers. Since early 2009 she has been promoting and booking events for De La Rose as their Events & Marketing Director. When she's not wearing her "Director's hat," you can find her working in the shop, designing one-of-a-kind creations for the residents of Orange County.

Her love of flowers and passion for people make her a key part of the De La Rose team. Please call or email Aubrey to set up your next event. You can find her contact information located along the right hand side of the page. De La Rose looks forward to making your next event beautiful and blooming.

LAGUNA BEACH MAGAZINE: The Wedding Issue

March was a special month for Laguna Beach Magazine and De La Rose. It was the magazine's annual Special Wedding Issue, and we were featured as one of Laguna Beach's finest floral designers. Be sure to get your hands on a copy and check out our gorgeous spread.

LBM Photo Shoot

In late January, De La Rose was invited to participate in a series of photo shoots throughout the city of Laguna Beach. We donated several blushing arrangements and bouquets for bridal shoots to be featured in an upcoming special wedding edition of Laguna Beach Magazine.

The final location of the shoot was at the spectacular oceanfront Montage Resort & Spa. The photographs were done by the talented Baldemar Fierro. The shoot consisted of a series of events: a proposal on the beach, followed by a romantic lunch in the room, then an afternoon at the spa, and finally a classy dinner at Montage's 5-star restaurant. The images are absolutely gorgeous and we look forward to seeing the spread in Laguna Beach Magazine: The Wedding Issue.

Bonjour! Welcome to our little shop.

Located in the heart of Laguna Beach, De La Rose has been serving as Orange County's premiere French-inspired flower shop since 2006. Our passion for flowers and commitment to customer service make us the best in the business. As floral designers we are dedicated to providing our customers with the finest flowers and outstanding customer service available. We are currently accepting event planning reservations for weddings, private & corporate events, anniversaries, showers and celebrations. If you're ever in the area, please stop in and see us. We're located on the corner of Glenneyre Street and Laguna Avenue and open Monday-Saturday from 10am to 6pm. Just look for the little red ladybug!