We all love a gorgeous florist who can be guaranteed to make stunning bouquets and provide a first class service. But what about one who understands our passion… for fashion?

We asked Jessica Blossom Clark (yes, her real middle name) from Quince Fine Florals to design us a bouquet inspired by one of the season’s most beautiful collections, Prada Spring Summer 2011. She made us two. This one features golden ranunculus, snowball viburnum, and cyclamen foliage.

If you aren’t looking for a stylish Mother’s Day bouquet or arrangements for your wedding, Quince also stocks a fantastic selection of hostess gifts, including candles, soaps, and beautiful homewares. See more fashion bouquet and images of the store on the Editors' Diary. —ASI

Quince Fine Florals, 4870 Mackenzie St., Vancouver, 604-263-0202, www.quincefineflorals.com

Potting plants in your pied-à-terre is near impossible, but new shop Olla Urban Flower Project makes it easy to get green.

Pots are ready to take home like agave in black concrete, air plants in glass terrariums and mixed cacti in colourful ceramics, or custom order one that suits your space, aesthetic and spending allowance. Specializing in Ikebana (Japanese flower arranging), they also offer bouquets that are anything but ordinary.

Buying local and ethically traded plants, and supporting non-profits by forwarding on flowers after conference events, they have community conscience too.

It's a green thumb dream come true.

Olla Urban Flower Project, 235 Cambie St. (mezzanine), Vancouver, 604-609-6552, www.ollaflowers.com