Wednesday, April 11, 2012

bad reputation

When I saw this picture, I pinned it. Why? Because it's gorgeous. 

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But when I clicked through the picture, I learned it was a bunch of...CARNATIONS. 

Wait. What? Carnations? You mean women's most hated flower? 

Yes. 

So then I searched for more carnations, and was blown away. I actually fell in love with this cheap, accesible flower. 

I mean, look at these arrangements. Carnations have had a bad reputation because they are easy to find, and are super cheap. Well, I'm officially starting the petition to get their reputation back on track and give them a credible spot in the flower shop! 

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Join me? 

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20 comments:

  1. Alex {Things That Sparkle}April 11, 2012 at 7:45 AM

    I so so agree. Love them! Especially in white for a wedding. I should've done that!

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  2. AnonymousApril 11, 2012 at 8:05 AM

    Couldn't agree more -- I think they're simply lovely! Especially all the colors!!

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  3. christinApril 11, 2012 at 8:44 AM

    i think it all goes back to styling. if they're styled well no one would ever know!

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  4. Lisa // Elembee, EtcApril 11, 2012 at 8:52 AM

    I love them — they're actually my sorority's flower! So I've received them on happy occasions and will always associate them with that.

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  5. Caitlin C.April 11, 2012 at 10:01 AM

    These are gorgeous! Who knew carnations could look that amazing?!

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  6. vivApril 11, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    You're SO right! These arrangements are all beautiful. They don't deserve the bad rep.

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  7. Sheri Ann || Sprinkles and StyleApril 11, 2012 at 10:30 AM

    Carnations are my sorority's flower so I love them! They last for a very long time too - another reason they're so great!

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  8. UnknownApril 11, 2012 at 10:33 AM

    These arrangements are so lovely - it's nice to see such an affordable variety for a change!

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  9. HannahApril 11, 2012 at 10:37 AM

    OMG I would have literally never guessed. The first picture is so do-able and since carnations are so affordable, it makes it even more fun to attempt :)

    Champagne Lifestyle on a Beer Budget

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  10. AnonymousApril 11, 2012 at 11:32 AM

    haha...you are right! They do have a bad rep but the pics you found are stunning!! That purple arrangement is soooo pretty!!! Well they all are!! xox Elizabeth

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  11. Grace (The Stripe)April 11, 2012 at 11:50 AM

    whaa! That's amazing. Such a chic take on such a blah flower!

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  12. cherylpishaApril 11, 2012 at 12:44 PM

    Love the pictures! Carnations here I come. :)

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  13. Tamra {ever swoon}April 11, 2012 at 1:45 PM

    Love a big ball of carnations!

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  14. UnknownApril 11, 2012 at 1:59 PM

    Oh I love those soft pink beauties!

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  15. SHFApril 11, 2012 at 6:00 PM

    I would have never guessed that some of those gorgeous arrangements are made up of carnations!

    SHF
    thechroniclesofs.blogspot.com

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  16. Taylor April 12, 2012 at 11:56 AM

    who knew they could be so gorgeous!!??

    http://itsthelittlethingsblog.blogspot.com/

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  17. Sadie + StellaApril 26, 2012 at 9:45 AM

    Carnation orbs are it for me for sprucing up any soiree's table. I am all over it!

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