This second inspirational volume from Flavia Bruni, the internationally renowned Italian floral designer, educator and author, expresses the artist's aesthetic with bridal bouquets. Showcased on these pages are 26 distinctive bouquet design projects, in a range of styles, shapes, sizes and color harmonies, from classic to contemporary-and beyond! Each bouquet project features:? a list of materials, with color photos;? design instructions and tips, illustrated with color photos;? information about the botanical materials used, including botanical and common names, physical descriptions and characteristics, colors, and availability;? ratings of design difficulty and labor intensiveness. This unusual book is actually many guides in one: It's part bridal bouquet workbook, part selection guide for brides, part cut-flower purchasing and care manual, part color theory textbook-and so much more. Also included are sections on the meanings of various flowers and colors, as well as floral design materials and work tools. With the diversity of practical, useful information and bouquet styles in this book-which is intended for floral design professionals and flower-arranging enthusiasts of all skill levels-it is one that you will refer to often!