CFD CFD Event & Wedding Floral Design

Question 1

What is a 'nosegay' in wedding floristry?

Accepted Answer

A small, round, tightly arranged handheld bouquet

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

Lily of the Valley

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

Threading wire through the stem and wrapping with floral tape

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

Hanging installation

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

Cascade bouquet

Answer

A cascade bouquet features flowers and greenery that trail downward, creating a flowing, waterfall-like silhouette.

(CFD) Certified Floral Designer Practice Test