FLOWER CRAFT @MAD MUSEUM

rings ceramic vessel by Emily Mullin as part of Flower Craft @MADMuseum

Flowers are delicate, tangible and temporary. Beyond pure beauty, Flower Craft at the Museum of Arts and Design explores the creative visions of artists in the context of aesthetic traditions, stages of a plant's lifecycle and personalized interpretations of botany as contemporary art. Over a six-week period, Kristin Alpaugh (FLWR PSTL), Doan Ly (a.p. bio), Lutfi Janania (ROSALILA), Noritaka Noda, Emily Thompson and Manu Torres will each present a week-long installation in the main gallery of MAD's second floor. Keep reading for a look at the display of vessels and Kristin Alpaugh's The Good Trip and Totem. 

FASHION, FLATTERY AND THE FLOWERS OF MICHAEL DE FEO @ DANZIGER GALLERY

Untitled (Alicia Vikander by Patrick Demarchelier for Louis Vuitton), 2016; Painted Prints by Michael De Feo at Danziger Gallery

Known as the 'The Flower Guy,' Michael De Feo's fondness of floral and fashion icons foster feminine flattery--most recently on the walls of Danziger Gallery in NY's Lower East Side. In a sponsored showing of style, 34 print ads--embellished with painted plants--camouflage some of the world's top talent. Keep reading for a look at De Feo's marriage of street art and spirited style ...

-WEDNESDAY WINDOWS- #SAKSGLAMGARDENS PART 1

#SaksGlamGardens in the windows of Saks Fifth Ave., NYC

On a mission to pick up a mini-pie from Magnolia Bakery this past Memorial Day, I did a double-take, distracted by the magnitude of flora in the widows of Saks Fifth Avenue. Were they fake? Were they real? Dozens--hundreds of dozens--of roses, orchids, daffodils, grass and topiaries mingle with cutting edge cosmetics in a timely tribute to Mother Nature. Fine Fragrances, beauty products and a consortium of cremes debut in a captivating springtime showcase. Keep reading for a look into #SaksGlamGardens...

-WEDNESDAY WINDOWS-

Macy's 2014 Flower show theme is "Secret Garden" at its New York flagship on 34th St.

The story of an orphaned girl with an arduous attitude blossoms into a novel of serruptitious secrets, fancy flowers and mesmerizing miracles. Until April 6th, Macy's NYC 34th Street flagship recreates her Secret Garden, fusing flowers, fantasy and fashion. Dahlias and divas alike linger where over 30,000 live flowers frame entryways with fresh fragrance. "This year, we'll travel on a magical journey of discovery…. As you pass through the gateway, you will be enveloped by rich and dynamic colors, elaborate scenic elements and breath-taking landscaping that will showcase hidden floral treasures," says Mike Gansmore, show producer.

STYLE SNAPS : PEOPLE, PLANTS & PARTYING AT JILL PLATNER

Jill Platner on Crosby St. 6/19/2013 

Jill Platner's Crosby St. space was alive with bohemian glamour Wednesday evening. Partnering with Stone Fox Bride, Platner's Summer Solstice Vibes party packed the store full of flowers, friends, festivities... and bridal fashion! While guests sipped on sparkling cider and snacked on sweet treats, they could expect to be prettied up in vintage-esque gowns, fresh flower crowns and simple braids.