Behind the Blooms
What Taylor & Selena’s Flowers Say About Floral Design
2025 has been a year of romance, and it’s not just the stars who’ve fallen in love; we’ve watched spectacular floral designs grace red carpets and altars alike. As florists, these high profile celebration offer rich inspiration: a balance of story, symbolism, and sheer craftsmanship.
One of the most buzzed-about moments this year was Taylor Swift’s engagement to Travis Kelce, set in an enchanted garden that felt straight out of a love song.
Credit: Instagram: @taylorswift
Designed by floral artist Jeff Leatham, the space featured layers of roses, delphinium, hydrangea, anemones, ranunculus, peonies, lilies, ferns, and moss, creating a soft, abundant and natural atmosphere rich with texture and movement.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement.
Credit: Instagram: @taylorswift
In contrast, Selena Gomez’s wedding to Benny Blanco celebrated quiet luxury.
Her simple bouquet of lily of the valley proved that minimalism can be just as powerful.
Selena Gomez on her wedding day.
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This timeless flower, symbolic of happiness and renewal, shows how a single bloom type, arranged with precision can evoke emotion and elegance.
Selena Gomez’s bridal bouquet of lily of the valley
Credit : Petra Collins
So, what can florists take away from these celebrity moments?
Soft Layering & Tonal Harmony
This season, romance blooms in subtlety. Rather than bold contrasts, the trend leans toward tonal palettes of muted pinks, soft whites, creams, and gentle greens.
The effect feels cohesive and calm, each shade melting into the next. Achieve this look through layered tones and gradual transitions in texture, pairing blooms of similar hues to create depth without distraction.
Textural Abundance
Texture is where emotion lives. Combining soufflé peonies with ruffled garden roses, or weaving in italian ruscusand ivy to trail softly through arrangements, adds richness and dimension.
The mix of smooth petals, airy foliage, and organic movement evokes that same sense of romantic abundance seen in this year’s most talked-about celebrity celebrations.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement.
Credit: Instagram: @taylorswift)
Framing the Moment
Floral framing turns a setting into a story. Consider how arches, pillars, or clustered arrangements can draw the eye toward the focal point, be it a couple or a moment. The goal is balance and perspective: flowers that not only decorate a space but shape the way it’s experienced.
If you’re inspired by the celebrity wedding mood, bring these ideas into your storefront or custom orders.