Ipsen Botanica
Holly Ipsen
For Sydney floral artist Holly Ipsen, true style comes from close consideration of the occasion she’s arranging for. “I focus more on the feeling the client is trying to portray, whether that’s for an intimate dinner at their home or celebrating an occasion, or something like a modern-industrial event in a warehouse,” she says. “The fun thing about this job is that it’s ever-changing and you don’t have to stick to a certain aesthetic – you get to create.”
For her Christmas wreath, Holly came up with a design that complements the understated character of the beachside property it’s in. “It’s a festive time of year and I really wanted to create some interest as guests walk through the door,” she says. “This isn’t a traditional wreath; the plants are inspired by the coast. For me, summer