Archive for October 2011
Think Pink This October
September 28th, 2011 | By: Mandy Maxwell
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October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the time the whole world turns PINK! Because about 1 in 8 women in the US will develop breast cancer over the course of her lifetime, but this doesn’t have to be a death sentence. The good news is, with early detection, there is a 95% survival rate! So if you’re over 20, male or female, don’t forget to check yourself regularly!
In 2010, there were more than 2.5 million breast cancer survivors in the United States alone. This is a fact we should all be excited about. Cancer is a scary subject and hearing stories of survival are always encouraging! The battle with breast cancer is a fight we CAN and WILL win! All it takes is reminders, awareness and a little PINK!
If you know someone who has championed their fight with breast cancer, send them Think Pink flowers this month to let them know how happy you are to have them in your life.
We have added a PDF download of the above flyer here: Breast Cancer Awareness Free Flyer
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More Than Just a Boutonniere: Trends For Fall
August 25th, 2011 | By: Hannah Gonzalez
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Boutonnieres are a long-standing tradition; generally simple, delicate, and reflective of the partners wrist corsage or bouquet. But who says a boutonniere can’t make a statement with a hint of flair, all on its own?
2011 fall boutonniere trends are leaning toward a more natural, earthy style than the average carnation or red rose. Twigs, rope, feathers, berries, shells, stones, and thick textures turn what could be an ordinary boutonniere into something outstanding!
Natural Boutonniere Ideas:
- Imagine a sunflower donning driftwood and/or feathers
- Fun-textured greens nesting upon the lapel of a dark brown tuxedo.
- Green button poms with red berries, rope, and festive greens will POP against the back drop of a black lapel.
- Twigs wrapped together in raffia with a pheasant feather
Natural and floral pocket squares are also very trendy this year.
No matter the color of the tuxedo or suit, these earth-inspired boutonnieres are sure to make a statement at any wedding or event.
Thinking outside the box!
Using your imagination as you get back to your roots with nature inspired boutonnieres will inspire you to create a piece of wearable art that will stand out amongst the others!
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