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International influence on Western floral design styles

International and Western design offer unique perspectives for arranging flowers. Showing a mix of characteristics and cultural influences, Western design has evolved over time by incorporating styles and techniques from European and Asian design influences. 

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Before delving into how international design manifests in Western styles, it’s important to understand how each culture creates with flowers:

  • Asian floral design focuses on simplicity, symbolism, lines, and the individual beauty of flowers. It often features the balance of carefully placed . . .

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