"Tres Chic" fishbowl as a stunning centerpiece

White rose is the perfect match to a chic wedding. The beautiful form of the flower itself allows for simple designs with a big effect. Two things are important when working with roses: buying high quality stems that will fully bloom, and leaving them enough time for the flower head to open before using them. We cannot force mother nature, so buying the stems a couple of days before the event is crucial. Once the roses have fully mature and with a little imagination, it is very easy to design a stunning arrangement like the one presented here.

Designing in a fishbowl is very easy. The hardest part will be to find the perfect vessel that will work with the wedding theme. Several types of fishbowl exist and a good stating point would be to visit your local pet store to gather some ideas. In our featured arrangement, we opted for a giant Cognac shaped bowl. The purpose of the feet is to elevate the design, making it easier for every guest around the table to see it. Depending on the size of the table, one or a grouping of fishbowls of different sizes can be planned. (Elevation would be important if you are planning on grouping them).

When designing with a fishbowl, it is important to actually design in the fishbowl to make sure the arrangement takes into consideration the actual space available. Start by carving your wet foam and wrap it with a Ti Leaf. Secure with a wire pin and insert the block in the fishbowl. Then, insert the roses in a radial manner starting with the top, central one. Turn you arrangement as you design it, to make sure it has visual balance. Finish the design by adding the bear grass to add some interesting lines.

Materials
12 ivory roses
1/2 block floral foam
1 ti leaf
10-15 bear grass
1 large fish bowl