From Dusty Plastic to Luxe & Everlasting: The Evolution of faux Flowers

Let’s take a moment to appreciate just how far fake flowers have come. If you grew up in a house with a doily-covered coffee table, chances are you’ve encountered the classic old-school plastic bouquet—those stiff, impossibly bright flowers that collected dust faster than your grandma could spray them with air freshener. They were a staple in waiting rooms, guest bathrooms, and those “fancy” display cabinets that no one was allowed to touch.

Back in the day, fake flowers were… well, let’s be honest—terrible. They looked fake, felt fake, and somehow, despite being plastic, still managed to fall apart. And don’t even get me started on the fragrance-free potpourri mix that was thrown in for good measure. They were great if you needed an indestructible centerpiece, but as for looking remotely real? Not a chance.

The Floral Glow-Up: Enter Real-Touch & Preserved Blooms

Fast forward to today, and the world of faux florals has had a serious glow-up. At To Forage, we’ve embraced this evolution, creating luxurious, breathtaking designs that blend real-touch silk flowers and preserved florals for weddings, events, and home décor that feels as elegant as the real thing—without the stress of wilting petals and last-minute floral emergencies.

• Real-touch silk flowers have soft, velvety petals that look and feel just like fresh blooms. Gone are the days of stiff, plasticky roses—now, you can run your fingers over a petal, and it has that natural, delicate texture of a just-picked flower.

• Preserved florals (like roses, hydrangeas, and baby’s breath) are real flowers, expertly treated to last for years while maintaining their shape and colour. No watering, no drooping—just long-lasting beauty.

• The best part? You can mix and match both for designs that are 100% custom, 100% stunning, and 100% stress-free.

Floral Designs That Last Beyond the Big Day

Imagine this—you’ve spent months planning your wedding, choosing the perfect bouquet, and then… by the end of the night, your flowers are wilting, your center

pieces are looking tired, and all those beautiful fresh blooms you spent a fortune on? Gone.

That’s why at To Forage, we’re all about creating floral pieces that last. Our bouquets, arches, and installations look just as perfect on your wedding day as they will on your first anniversary. Want to repurpose your bridal bouquet as a home décor piece? Done. Want an everlasting floral wall installation that keeps your event space looking fresh year-round? We’ve got you covered.

Blooms for Every Season, Every Time

One of the biggest advantages of working with real-touch and preserved florals? You’re no longer at the mercy of the seasons.

• Love peonies, but getting married in the middle of winter? No problem.

• Dreaming of delicate cherry blossoms, but hosting a summer event? We’ve got you.

• Want an archway filled with lush florals that won’t wilt under the summer sun? Done and dusted.

No matter the time of year, your perfect flowers are always in season—which means more flexibility, fewer budget constraints, and no last-minute substitutions.

Sustainable, Stunning, and Stress-Free

Beyond just looking beautiful, choosing preserved and real-touch florals is also a sustainable choice. Unlike fresh flowers that are often flown in from overseas, used for a few hours, and then discarded, our arrangements are designed to last—reducing waste while still offering breathtaking, high-end floral artistry.

And the best part? No wilting, no watering, no stress. Just timeless floral beauty, whether it’s for your wedding, your event, or a forever piece for your home.

So while we’ll always have a little nostalgic love for the dusty old plastic flowers of the past, we’re here for the future of florals—where elegance meets longevity, and your dream blooms last a lifetime.

Looking for luxury, easy-care florals for your wedding or event? Let’s create something unforgettable together. Contact To Forage today. 💐✨