MY GROWING STORY
how I started
I officially launched Floral Designs by Justine in 2014, but have been active in the industry since 2006. Not only am I designing for you but growing some product as well!
Chris & Becca Photography
“As a couple that was not that interested in flowers, we can tell you that Justine will go above and beyond to make sure you have everything you need for the wedding day. She helped us come up with a vision for our centerpieces and ensured that our bouquets, corsages, and boutonnieres were absolutely perfect and within our budget. She came up with the best ideas for us and took into account everything we told her. She spent the time to understand what we were looking for and the flowers were so gorgeous the day of our wedding. Everything looked amazing and was exactly how we had discussed. She helped set up our flowers in the centerpieces and ensured that we had water for the bouquets. We recommend her highly and cannot thank her enough.”
My love and passion for floral design started when I was just 14 at the local Agriculture high school in town. Knowing I wanted to do something in the Horticulture industry I obtained a Bachelor in Horticultural Science and Minor in Agribusiness from the University of Connecticut in 2014. The first few official weddings I designed for, under Floral Designs by Justine, were being planned while I was still attending UCONN.
I love to attend industry workshops making sure to keep up with the new trends, but don’t steer away from trying new and innovative concepts on my own. I always say “Anything is possible!”
My team and I meticulously design every floral need for your big day and we grow some of the product as well. If I am not growing it, my next best is to buy from local growers when in season. One of my absolute favorite things to do is roam through cut flower beds and handpick my product. It doesn’t get more special than that.
You would not be surprised to find me in the woods or the side of the road hunting for that perfect touch a design may need. Some of the prettiest florals come from places overlooked.
I take all of my client’s needs into consideration. This is a onetime deal for my brides and I want to make it as carefree and beautiful as possible. From in person consultations to individualized estimates for each of my brides, your perfect florals will be created. Being a bride myself, I know how stressful it can be. Let me take one less weight off your shoulder and design for your next event.
“Justine was absolutely amazing! She took my vision and brought it to life. Everything exceeded my expectations by far! She was awesome to work with, very down to earth, super creative and professional. I would recommend her to anyone! Thank you Justine for making our day so special”
MY PHILOSOPHY
my love for florals
As a young entrepreneur in the floral and horticulture industry I believe in being as eco-friendly as possible. My design studio is out of my house which is powered by solar panels. I try my very best to compost all of the green waste, which eventually will be used to fertilize my backyard gardens. I am able to recycle plastic that some flowers may come in at a local grocery store, along with elastic bands at the Post Office.
My family and I have six 450 foot cut flower beds at our home with a mixture of annuals and perennials. I use the fresh product in my weddings, my everyday arrangements for my local restaurants and for people just driving by! Each year brings new adventures, including new plantings, changing up the flowers and adding to our ever growing Dahlia collection. I also love visiting a few of my favorite cut flower farms when in season. We love shopping at the CT Flower Collective every week when open.
Chris & Becca Photography