Previously reserved for self-proclaimed witches and teenage bedrooms in the 1990s, dried flowers have once again become wildly popular in recent years.
Now featured on the illustrious pages of Architectural Digest and various home décor publications, it’s rare to see a staged luxury home without the presence of a stem of dyed pampas grass here, or a fan-like palm leaf precariously balanced there.
That’s right, alongside their pompous French stoves and dining tables carved from the first and only tree grown in the Saharan Desert (or something along those lines) – dried flower bouquets are reigning supreme in the home of A-list celebrities and interior designers alike.
Not only can dried flowers be used as pieces of long-lasting decoration, but an expertly curated bunch of forever flowers can bring special pieces of stoneware, ceramics and pottery to life in new and exciting ways. You needn’t fear filling your precious vases with water and having them form mildew, for dried flowers are a zero-maintenance option that won’t ruin your fragile home accessories.
Swap and trade colourways depending on your mood and build up a collection of stems which allow you to experiment with compositions across your home. If you’re not purchasing a pre-made bouquet, it’s important to ensure that you collect stems of different shapes, sizes and widths to create a sense of depth and dimension to your blooms.
There are three dried blooms which serve as exceptions to this rule, and look brilliant when styled solo: eucalyptus, fluffy pampas grass and classic sweet-smelling lavender.
We’ve rounded up a selection of the best UK-based brands which offer an array of gorgeous dried blooms to elevate your space or surprise a loved one with. Shop our top picks below.
Bloom & Wild
Offering next-day delivery, Bloom & Wild is home to a variety of show-stopping bouquets both dry and fresh. For dried flowers, simply choose between letterbox, hand-tied or luxury flowers depending on the nature of your order. Sometimes, when stock is rife over at Bloom & Wild, they offer selected discounts to ensure not a single bloom goes to waste. Shop smarter, not harder.
We’re big fans of the Anya bouquet, which features a display of dried flowers so impossibly bright it’s difficult to remember not to change their water.
Buy now £42.00, Bloom & Wild
Selfridges / Your London Florist
Exclusive to Selfridges, Your London Florist offers some spectacular dried flower bouquets fit for the luxury department store. From expertly designed Christmas wreaths for the festive season to bustling bouquets which you’ll struggle to fit through a doorframe let alone a letterbox – the YLF dried bouquets are on the pricier side, but they offer a forever piece of floral décor.
Buy now £85.00, Selfridges
Flowerbx
While Flowerbx doesn’t offer a vast selection of dried flowers, the brand does have a steady supply of pampas grass – a long-lasting alternative to fresh flowers. You’ll often see these feathery stems placed delicately in large, sleek vases in wonderfully chic and modern homes.
Buy now £45.00, Flowerbx
Haute Florist
Experts in luxury floristry, Haute Florist is a brand that can be relied upon for last-minute delivery. Offering next-day services from Monday to Sunday, if you’re looking to send dried flowers in a pinch – this is the florist for you. This highly curated bouquet of warm, white winter flowers is a stand-out for us.
Buy now £40.00, Haute Florist
Wild at Heart
We know, the prices are eye-watering. However, with Wild at Heart dried bouquets you’re certainly getting bang for your buck. These high-quality dried flowers come in enormous bunches and can be considered a piece of all-natural artwork. Available for nationwide delivery, the maribou-esque dried and dyed pampas grass stems will elevate any interior space with ease.
Buy now £445.00, Wild at Heart
Lisa Angel
Angelic indeed, the range of dried flower bouquets on offer at Lisa Angel is both vast and ethereal. With 95 options available in various shapes and sizes – from the ultra-miniature to the extra-large – there’s a gift option for everyone, no matter the occasion. We’re personally big fans of the market-style dried flower bouquet, which will add a pop of colour to that tired corner of your home this winter.
Buy now £34.00, Lisa Angel
Graham & Green
Known for its eclectic range of furniture and home accessories, did you know that Graham & Green also has a dedicated flower shop? After all, bustling botanicals are more on trend than ever. From fresh greenery and potted plants to beautiful dried flower stems for lasting, low-maintenance home décor – this is a one-stop shop. We’d recommend hanging a bunch of eucalyptus stems on your shower head for fresh aromatherapy every evening.
Buy now £16.95, Graham & Green
Hidden Botanics
If you’re looking to fill your wedding party with perfectly dried blooms that are sure to last a lifetime, look no further than Hidden Botanics. Specialists in made-to-order dried flower bouquets, arches, bridal hair combs, wedding flower crowns, corsages and more – you’ll no longer have to choose between limited selections that don’t truly reflect your personality.
Buy now £34.00, Hidden Botanics
