Master Florist and Botanical Sculptor with a background in horticulture. Expert in floral mechanics, installation safety, and seasonal bloom selection for luxury events.
Elena Thorne brings 12 years of hands-on experience as a lead floral designer for luxury weddings. She is technically proficient in the hidden mechanics behind gravity-defying installations, ensuring that heavy floral arches and hanging clouds remain secure and hydrated for hours. Her writing demystifies the sourcing costs of blooms like peonies versus garden roses and offers practical advice on keeping arrangements fresh in extreme weather. Elena focuses on the intersection of horticulture and structural art, helping readers avoid expensive mistakes with wilting or incompatible botanical choices.