My path to floral design was a delightful discovery, beginning with a high-volume bakery called Creative Cakes by Donna located in Haddam, Connecticut.

My then boss and life-long mentor recognized my innate "eye for flowers," sparking a passion I never knew existed. This led me to pursue formal training at the State of New York Botanical Garden's Floral Design Certificate program.

There, I immersed myself in grueling coursework filled with artistic expression and courses in the business of the wedding and event industry, captivated by vast global world of understanding where all of the beautiful blossoms come from and how to perfectly care for them.

This pivotal choice in 2002 propelled me to launch my first business bringing the freshest, most unique florals from 28th Street to my clients for 23 years.

Since then, I've had the privilege of creating artistic floral arrangements for grand hotels, luxury weddings, and glamorous galas, with a notable career highlight being a public shout-out from Lady Gaga.

My expertise has grown through hands-on experience, extensive travel, and deep engagement with diverse cultures across Connecticut, New York, Miami, and internationally.

These rich experiences have shaped me into a versatile designer, event planner, traveling floral educator, and a bloom bar on wheels. Thanks for getting to know me!

Cheers,

Michelle M. Duthrie