PETAL GURUS

To have been honourably mentioned in such illustrious florist company as McQueens, and Paula Pryke, in a recent Sunday Times Style article was praise indeed for our team at floralearth.

PETAL GURUS :

ORLANDO HAMILTON

Everything from chic minimalist bouquets to vibrant boho confections. Fans include Mr & Mrs Guy Ritchie. Bridal bouquets start at Â70.00; 0208 89628944.

MCQUEENS

The king of glamorous structural bouquets †think sprigs of rosemary interlaced with roses. Their work dazzles the Hollywood fraternity at Vanity Fairrâ€s Oscar party. Bridal bouquets start at Â150.; 0207 251 5505

PAULA PRYKE FLOWERS

Known for a fresh, modern look, Pryke heads the pack in terms of innovation. After all, she was the florist who introduced the hand-tied bouquet to Britain. Bridal bouquets start at Â75.00. 0207 837 7336.

MARGARET MASON

Arguably the best florist in the north, the Preston-based Mason has worked in floristry for 43 years, so has the experience to turn her hand to any commission. She is happy to work to any budget; 01772 253858

NICKY LLEWELLYN FLOWERS

The Somerset-based Llewellyn arranges flowers ast the A listtâ€s favourite retreat, Babington House. She is not afraid of using bold blooms and working with strong themes. Her hand-tied bridal bouquets cost from Â75.00; 01458 223564

THE COUNTRY GARDEN

Winners of a Chelsea gold medal, these florists pride themselves on working only with the flowers they grow on site in Denbighshire, Wales. Bridal bouquets start at Â50.00.

FLORALEARTH

Famous for its signature Carmen Rose bouquet †a giant bloom intricately made from hundreds of individual rose petals at its shop in Belfast. Bridal bouquets start at Â90.00; 028906690

MAUREEN COTTEY

The Swansea-based Cottey embellishes flowers with ribbons, beads and sequins for a romantic, fantastical finish. Bridal bouquets start at Â85.00; 01792 368583

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