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Premium Artificial Flowers—What Does “Premium” Mean at Pioneer Imports and Wholesale?
The most successful event, gift, and floral designers have a creative eye and a deep appreciation for beauty. Above all, however, they realize the importance of starting with quality products. So, what are premium artificial flowers, and do they actually make a difference? Let’s find out!
What are Premium Artificial Flowers
At Pioneer Imports and Wholesale, “premium” isn’t just a marketing buzzword. In our catalog, the designation “premium” refers to artificial flowers that are more lifelike than standard and value faux florals. These premium products are more detailed and made from superior materials.
The elevated quality of premium artificial flowers is noticeable in all aspects, including:
- Size
- Color
- Fabric
- Structure
Differences Between Premium and Value Artificial Flowers
Our premium artificial flowers and flower bushes have breathtaking elements that make them look remarkably realistic. They are the most lifelike and curated with an attention to detail unparalleled by many other silk flower wholesalers and importers.
Size
Premium artificial flowers are generally a bit larger, which adds to their realism, and also makes your job easier—you won’t need as many to create a stunning bouquet, gift basket, or floral art installation! For instance, our premium hydrangeas have bigger, fluffier heads that take up more space than value artificial hydrangeas. The premium flowers look freshly picked from the garden (but they’ll last so much longer, of course!)
Color
“Color is Everything” is our mantra because we know it matters to your clients. Premium silk flowers have beautifully blended shades that add depth and visual interest to an arrangement. This color-blending is often done by hand to achieve a truly natural, lifelike appearance.
Of course, floral arrangements, gift baskets, and flower walls are made up of more than just simple flower heads. Foliage matters, too! Premium flowers and premium flower bushes are made with richer, more natural colors throughout—including the main flower petals, stems, leaves, and centers.
Fabric
Premium artificial flowers are made from higher-quality textiles that feel soft and realistic. While value flowers may be a bit floppier or stiffer, premium artificial florals have a “just-right” balance of lifelike texture. Of course, even if your clients aren’t supposed to touch the actual flowers (flower walls, flower arches, or floral art pieces, for instance) texture does add a perceivable, visible element to your final design.
Structure
The structure of artificial flowers impacts how realistic they appear. For example, our premium silk sunflowers have lifelike, textured centers that look strikingly similar to the “real thing.” In comparison, value-priced sunflowers are still quite beautiful, but the centers look just a bit flatter.
Plus, premium artificial flowers have more layers, both when it comes to flower petals and foliage. The difference is noticeable in premium roses, which are crafted to feel fuller and have a more natural curl to each individual petal.
How to Choose Between Value and Premium Faux Flowers
Premium faux flowers have major benefits, both visually and by touch. However, as a result of the higher-quality materials and extra effort that goes into crafting them, premium flowers often come with a higher price point.
As a floral or event designer, it’s important to balance all of the options with both your bottom line and your client’s goals in mind. When sourcing products for your designs, take into consideration which details matter the most. Some of our most popular artificial flower bushes come from the value category—so, don’t count them out simply because they’re not considered a premium option.
At Pioneer Imports and Wholesale, we make your job easier by offering beautiful, premium artificial flowers as well as stunning, high-quality, value-priced silk florals, too. That way, every floral design you create is stunning, lifelike, and exactly what your customer wants.
A blog post by Lexis Rose Media Group.
