Sustainable Weddings Are More Then Trending!
Sustainability isn't just a trend anymore - it's a responsibility.
As couples become more conscious of the environmental impact of their wedding choices, the floral industry is evolving.
At The Blume Edit Faux Floral Design + Styling, we've always believed in intentional design, but now we're expanding that intention into something bigger; a commitment to becoming a more sustainable business over the next 12 months.
We have already started our journey with our luxury faux florals.
Why Faux Florals Are a Sustainable Choice?
Fresh flowers are beautiful, but they come with a hidden environment cost:
- High water usage
- Chemicals pesticides and preservatives
- Air-freighted transport
- Single use waste after events
- Short lifespan, especially in WA's heat
Faux florals, when chosen intentionally and used responsibly, offer a sustainable alternative that still delivers beauty, romance, and an editorial impact.
Why Choose Faux?
They're Reusable Again + Again
Unlike fresh florals, they don't wilt, bruise, or die. Every stem can be:
- reused for future weddings
- repurposed for installations
- restyled for future events
One stem can serve dozens of weddings.
They Reduce Transport Emissions
Fresh flowers often travel thousands of kilometers before reaching a florist. Faux florals:
- are shipped once
- stored locally
- reused repeatedly
This reduces the carbon footprint associated with constant importing. .
They Perfect for WA's Heat.
Western Australian is hot, windy, and unpredictable. Fresh florals struggle outdoors and in the sun.
Faux florals:
- withstand the heat
- don't wilt
- don't brown
- stay perfect all day
This means fewer replacements, fewer emergency stems and fewer resources used.
They Eliminate Floral Waste
A typical wedding can generate bags worth of floral waste - stems, leaves, foam, packaging, and wilted blooms.
With faux florals:
- nothing goes to landfill
- nothing needs composting
- nothing is thrown away the next day
Your florals live on.
They Support Sustainable Design Practices
Faux florals allow us to:
- avoid florals foam
- reduce water usage
- minimize chemical exposure
- use long-lasting mechanics
- build installations that can be reused for future clients
It's sustainability build into the design process.
Our 12 Months Sustainability Goal
At The Blume Edit, we're committed to becoming a more sustainable business - not just in theory, but in measurable actions.
Below is what the next 12 months will look like:
Building a Full Reusable Faux Inventory
We are expanding our hire collections with premium florals in all shapes, colours and sizes.
This reduces the need for constant purchasing and eliminates waste.
Eliminating Floral Foam
We are transitioning to:
- reusable mechanics
- mesh frames
- water-free structures
- sustainable attachment methods
Floral foam is one of the industry's biggest pollutants!
Reducing Packaging Waste
We're implementing:
- Bulk ordering
- Carton consolidation
- reusable storage tubes
- minimal plastic wrapping
All packaging is chosen with long term use in mind..
Sustainable Delivery + Transport
We are optimizing:
- delivery routes
- vehicle load plans
- shared transport for multiple event
- asking suppliers to ensure our deliveries are alongside other stores orders to eliminate footprint
This reduces fuel usage and emissions.
Promoting Repurposing Florals Across the Event
We design with even more intention:
- From aisle arrangements to centrepieces on the guest tables
- Welcome signs to bar signs
- Altar arrangements to the bridal table
One arrangement, many uses.
Transparent Sustainability Reporting
We will publish::
- Quarterly sustainability updates
- Waste reduction metrics
- Inventory reuse improvements
- carbon conscious improvements
Clients will see exactly how their florals contribute to a greener industry.
A Greener Future for The Blume Edit
Over the next 12 months, we're transforming the way we design, build, and deliver florals. Our goal is simple:
To become one of Western Australia's leading sustainable faux floral studios.
Your wedding or event is part of that journey - and together, we're creating beauty that lasts far beyond your day.