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Apples to Zinnias

4024 Villanova Street, Dallas, TX 75225
214/361-2200, 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 75205
214/559-3432, 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 75062
972/445-1200, 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 75207
214/243-8584, 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 75219
214/526-4205

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 75205

Cebolla Fine Floral Emporium

5610 Maple Avenue (at Inwood), Dallas, TX 75235
214/369-7673, 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 76110
214/641-7354, 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 75207
214/698-6300, 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 76206
214/823-4311, 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 75205
214/522-9911, 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 75207
214/651-1113, 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 75252
214/522-2271, 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.com

Owner/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 75207
214/658-9757, 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 75219
214/220-1493

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 75220
214/745-, 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 75254
972/960-1021, 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 75209
214/357-4348, 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 75235
214/358-4700, 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 75219
214/219-2016

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 75226
214/335-7255, 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 75235
214/357-5364, www.thewildflower.com

A specialist in weddings.

Urban Flower/Grange Hall

4445 Travis Street, Suite 101, Dallas, TX 75205
214/443-0600, 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 75207
214/741-1470, 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.

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