CFD CFD Event & Wedding Floral Design 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is a 'nosegay' in wedding floristry?
- A small, round, tightly arranged handheld bouquet (Correct answer)
- A cascading bouquet that trails downward
- A floral arrangement worn on the wrist
- A large centerpiece for the reception table
Correct answer: A small, round, tightly arranged handheld bouquet
A nosegay is a compact, round bouquet held by the bride or attendants, traditionally featuring tightly clustered blooms.
Question 2: Which flower is most traditionally associated with bridal bouquets for symbolizing purity?
- Sunflower
- Lily of the Valley (Correct answer)
- Marigold
- Chrysanthemum
Correct answer: Lily of the Valley
Lily of the Valley is a classic bridal flower symbolizing purity, happiness, and the return of joy.
Question 3: What wiring technique is used to make flowers lightweight and flexible for bridal headpieces?
- Taping stems with floral tape only
- Threading wire through the stem and wrapping with floral tape (Correct answer)
- Gluing flowers onto a frame
- Submerging stems in water tubes
Correct answer: Threading wire through the stem and wrapping with floral tape
Wiring flowers through the stem then wrapping with floral tape removes stem bulk while maintaining flexibility needed in headpieces.
Question 4: What is the term for a decorative floral arrangement suspended from the ceiling at an event venue?
- Swag
- Hanging installation (Correct answer)
- Centerpiece
- Garland
Correct answer: Hanging installation
A hanging floral installation (also called a chandelier arrangement) suspends blooms from the ceiling to create an overhead focal point.
Question 5: Which bouquet style cascades downward in a waterfall or trailing effect?
- Posy bouquet
- Cascade bouquet (Correct answer)
- Composite bouquet
- Hand-tied bouquet
Correct answer: Cascade bouquet
A cascade bouquet features flowers and greenery that trail downward, creating a flowing, waterfall-like silhouette.
Question 6: What is the best practice for timing the delivery of fresh wedding flowers on the day of the ceremony?
- Two days before for maximum freshness
- The morning of the event, 2–4 hours before the ceremony (Correct answer)
- One week in advance
- Immediately as guests arrive
Correct answer: The morning of the event, 2–4 hours before the ceremony
Delivering flowers 2–4 hours before the ceremony allows time for setup while keeping blooms at peak freshness.
CFD CFD Event & Wedding Floral Design 1
What is a 'nosegay' in wedding floristry?