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Apples to Zinnias
4024 Villanova Street, Dallas, TX 75225214/361-2200, www.applestozinnias.com
"Bringing beauty and joy to the world with a gift of flowers." Fabulous flowers, talented designers and great gifts are all part of this popular Preston Center establishment. If the occasion calls for a gift, a centerpiece or an expansive special celebration, you will feel confident in the good taste and advice of the Apples to Zinnias' owner, Karen Akin. The shop's tag line - the gifted florist - should not go unnoticed.
Avant Garden
4 Highland Park Village, Dallas, TX 75205214/559-3432, www.avantgarden.com
Known for imaginative arrangements tightly packed with varied species of flowers. It's one of one of our favorites, now owned by event empressario Todd Fiscus. The shop has beautiful vases and gifts to complement the occasion.
Bella Flora of Dallas
2010 Century Center Boulevard, Irving, TX 75062972/445-1200, www.bellaflora.com
Creative Director Lucy Diaz-Flores has an elite list of clients, such as the Ritz Carlton and the W Hotels. The Fall issue of "Veranda" featured her colorful, yet simple, designs. Not surprisingly, her bridal business is soaring.
Botanical Art
1330 Hi Line Drive, Dallas, TX 75207214/243-8584, www.botanicalartdesign.com
Owner-designer Mami Ogata is Japanese born and trained in Ikebana school of floral design. At the top of her field, Mami likes to assemble the linens, lighting and set design to complement her simple "works of art." Mami is one of the featured designers at the March "Art in Bloom" at the DMA.
Carol Garner Floral Design and Party Design
3727 Gilbert, Suite B, Dallas, TX 75219214/526-4205
Carol Garner has been a favorite for embellishing home parties for some time. She has a knack of complementing your setting and happily uses your containers for an at-home look.
Cebolla Fine Flower Boutique
4415 Lovers Lane, Dallas, TX 75205Cebolla Fine Floral Emporium
5610 Maple Avenue (at Inwood), Dallas, TX 75235214/369-7673, www.cebollafinefloraldesign.com
Jamie and Luit Huizenga have added to their flourishing business. A new Maple Avenue address allows more design space for the creative couple, whose elegant creations have caught Oprah's attention. The Lovers Lane shop will have ready-made arrangements and plants for easy pick up.

Christopher Whanger
2223 Lipscomb Street, Fort Worth, TX 76110214/641-7354, www.j-c-design.com
A name frequently seen in style magazines, such as "Veranda" and "Southern Accents," Christopher Whanger has dramatic work often admired in hotels and at special events.
Cocktails and Caviar
1430 Dragon Street #11, Dallas, TX 75207214/698-6300, www.cocktailsandcaviar.com
CoryMorrison and Jay-Anda Dargan, partners in Cocktails and Caviar, have awesome credentials in floral design. His include the accounts for Ralph Lauren and the Metropolitan Museum. She came from New York and D.C., having worked for major floral companies as a master florist and designer. Their combined experience have creative results for famil, charity and corporate events. They were a big hit at a recent Kappa Kappa Gamma "Tablescapes."
Cymbidium, A Floral Design
5307 East Mockingbird, Dallas, TX 76206214/823-4311, www.cymbidiumfloral design
A modern design studio that provides elegant flowers and can also provide invitations, linens and rentals to complement the look.
Dr. Delphinium Designs and Events
5806 W. Lovers Lane, Dallas, TX 75205214/522-9911, www.drdelphinium.com
Dr Delphinium has been at this convenient Toll Road and Lovers Lane site for more than 20 years. Their arrangements are elegant and European-inspired. Plants and orchids are also on scene for easy home decor.
Fête des Fleurs
127 Leslie Street, Dallas, TX 75207214/651-1113, www.fetedesfleurs.com
The "fête guys," Craig Peeples and Darren Leker, "work wedding wonders" and wonders also for your home or corporate event. Color palates, creativity and attention to detail are their trademarks.
Five Star Floral Design and Events
5939 Willow Wood Lane, Dallas, TX 75252214/522-2271, www.fivestarfloral.com
Owner and impresario W. Donnie Brown and his team refer to themselves as a single source for fabulous parties. A frequent host on Style Network's "Whose Wedding Is It Anyway," Donnie Brown has an impressive number of celebrity clients.
feurt floral design
214/350-7676, www.fleurtflowers.comOwner/designer Margaret Ryder has quickly risen to the top of the local industry. Her natural, garden-style arrangements, often in the owner's prized containers, look very much at home for celebration events. Brides also love her natural look.

Freesia Dallas
1621 Dragon Street, Dallas, TX 75207214/658-9757, www.freesiadallas.com
Designer Sharon McCall Ullrich has a talent for simple, elegant design. Her work is frequently seen at some of the best venues for both weddings and private parties. Her website features on-line ordering of sophisticated designs for easy delivery.
Garden Gate Floral Design
2615 Routh Street, Dallas, TX 75219214/220-1493
Junior Villanueva has star status in floral design. His shop handles many of the city's top charity events as well as home parties and weddings. His creativity and his stellar roster of events of all sizes make Junior a favorite among hosts and hostesses, charity mavens and brides.
I Love Flowers
4347 W. Northwest Highway, Ste 180, Dallas, TX 75220214/745-, www.iloveflowers.com
It is easy to love I Love Flowers, a popular North Dallas florist for more than 25 years. Walk-ins will find a shop filled with flowers and plants. Arrangements can be custom-made on site by one of the 20 designers, who otherwise work on corporate customers, wedding and parties for their faithful clientele. Their web site has arrangements to order for delivery.
Mille Fleurs
5290 Beltline Road, Suite 105, Dallas, TX 75254972/960-1021, www.millefleursflowers.com
Family owned since 1983, Mille Fleurs has a faithful following for its eloquent, European-styled flowers. They have an extensive web site for easy ordering.
Nicholson Hardie Garden Shop
5725 W. Lovers Lane, Dallas, TX 75209214/357-4348, www.nicholson-hardie.com
Founded in 1899, Nicholson Hardie is Dallas institution. Customer loyalty is obvious. Current owners, Josh and Michael Bracken, grew up in the business. In addition to plants, the Garden Shop overflows with blooms and greens for both inside and out. With custom arrangers on site, this a one-stop shop for containers, candles and all the extras.
Rufus Felix Flowers
2431 Shorecrest, Dallas, TX 75235214/358-4700, www.rufusfelix.com
Referred to as a personalized boutique and owned by two sisters, the small shop near Harry Hines Boulevard is known for customizing its work to the owner's home. We were impressed with designer Traci Cruz's use of a hostess' garden flowers to blend into table centerpieces.
Rusty Glenn Designs, Inc.
2016 Lucas Drive, Dallas, TX 75219214/219-2016
Rusty Glenn is another floral designer star. His natural and flowing work is admired at Dallas' most elite events, such as the Sweetheart Ball, and at elegant deb balls and home parties.
Shane Walker Design
2952 Commerce Street, Dallas, TX 75226214/335-7255, www.shanewalkersesign.com
Accolades, such as awesome and dramatic, describe Shane Walker's big and bold arrangements. He has become a hit among those who entertain with panache.
The Wildflower
2720 W. Mockingbird Lane, Dallas, TX 75235214/357-5364, www.thewildflower.com
A specialist in weddings.
Urban Flower/Grange Hall
4445 Travis Street, Suite 101, Dallas, TX 75205214/443-0600, www.urbanflowergrangehall.com
A fascinating floral cum gift shop, overseen by a creative duo of Rajan Patel and Jeffrey Lee, has been described as posh, funky and unusual, all of which might apply. Expect the unexpected with stunning floral designs and unique gifts from around the world.
Village Garden & Gallery
1350 Manufacturing Street, Suite 211, Dallas, TX 75207214/741-1470, www.villagegardengallery.com
A best florist vote by "Dallas Observer." Owner Judy Johnson closed her West Village shop to concentrate on deliveries, weddings, events and home parties. Her business has expanded to holiday decorating and planter design and planting. The results are impressive.
