Can’t Go Wrong with Flowers from Tipton & Hurst – as featured on AJ Wears Clothes blog

Tipton & Hurst was recently featured in the Valentine Gift Guide article on the popular fashion blog AJ Wears Clothes.

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When listing the best presents to give for Valentine’s Day, Tipton & Hurst was the only florist mentioned:

“Flowers are always the ultimate Valentine, and now that Tipton Hurst has joined The Promenade, it’s easier than ever to pick up a bouquet. They have cash & carry in store, or you can order ahead of time and pick up – or better yet, have them deliver! They also have an impressive selection of gift baskets.”

Read the full article here.

Tipton & Hurst Floral Designs for the Governor’s Inaugural: Featured in At Home Arkansas

On Tuesday, January 13th, Asa Hutchinson was inaugurated as the governor of Arkansas. That evening, the “A New Day in Arkansas Inaugural Ball” honored the new governor and first lady of our state. Tipton & Hurst was asked to design the floral arrangements for the event.

Shayla Copas, of Shayla Copas Interiors, served as the designer of the Arkansas Inaugural Ball. As featured in At Home Arkansas, Shayla shares her experience in planning and preparing for the big event, and here’s what she had to say about Tipton & Hurst:

As I do for many of the soirees I design, I first met with my “dream team,” the key players, whom I knew could bring their awesome talents to the project. 

First up? Chris Norwood, Vice President of Tipton and Hurst Florist. Chris is a good and longtime friend, and his incredible floral designs have graced many a gala in our state. To give you a little background on Chris, he is a floral genius who has served as National President of the American Floral Institute of Floral Designers and, in the past, as their CEO and chairman. Last year, Chris was given the prestigious honor of being named as a fellow of the organization. Locally, you can catch Chris most Tuesday mornings on KATV sharing with Central Arkansans his brilliant floral design ideas.

See the full feature and photos here.

Hurst Home Makes Cover of At Home Arkansas

The Hurst home made the cover of the December At Home Arkansas magazine!

“As president and marketing director of Tipton & Hurst, Howard Hurst and his wife Stacy know the jam-packed calendar of celebrations this time of year means it will be peak season for their floral- and event-design business. However, when it comes to their own home’s holiday decorations, they not only approach the project with all the creative skill and resources available to them, but also strive to create a haven for themselves—a festive-yet-tranquil refuge from the hustle and bustle.”

 

See how the Hurst’s decorate for Christmas in the full feature here.

2014 Miracle Ball

In 2006, the ACH Auxiliary teamed up with the Arkansas Children’s Hospital Foundation to host the Miracle Ball, its first black-tie fundraiser for the hospital. At this yearly event, guests celebrate the joys of the holiday season and the miracles that happen every day at the Arkansas Children’s Hospital.

Tipton & Hurst was honored to be the official florist of the 2014 Miracle Ball. Vice President and Head Designer Chris Norwood, AIFD, led the Tipton & Hurst team in creating a wide variety of centerpieces and floral displays to compliment the golden atmosphere of the venue. Lush white hydrangeas, pastel roses and boxwood can be found among the numerous stunning arrangements.

See the full album of photos here.

The Miracle Ball has become the signature event of the social season in central Arkansas. Auxiliary members share ideas on decorations, food and music and many volunteer their time to transform a plain conference space into a haven of class and elegance. The event raises $500,000 annually.

 

27′ Christmas Tree Installation at the Capital Hotel

Just one day after Thanksgiving, it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at one of Little Rock’s downtown landmarks.

We installed the Capital Hotel Christmas tree on Friday, a 27-foot-tall white fir removed by helicopter from a hillside on the Oregon-Washington border and then delivered to Arkansas. Hotel officials say it’s believed to be one of the largest, if not the largest, natural Christmas trees in the state.

“The holiday season is a fantastic time for family, and we pride ourselves on being the front porch of Little Rock,” said Nick Bradley-Hole, director of rooms for the hotel. “If you don’t get in the spirit, come on down here, because we’ll get you in the spirit pretty quickly.”

More than a dozen officials from the hotel and Tipton & Hurst worked Friday to carefully roll the tree off a trailer, onto dollies and then into the hotel lobby. There, strings were attached and it was methodically righted in the hotel’s main lobby, where it extends through the open second-floor overlook but stops short of a large stained-glass rooftop it sits beneath.

“It’s quite a process getting everything wired up,” Bradley-Hole said. “Safety comes first, obviously, and making sure we get this thing up without hurting anyone. And then getting it straight like everyone has in their household. We have that same problem with a 27-foot tree.”

It took about an hour for officials to get the tree upright and straightened after it was brought into the hotel Friday morning. Our next step will be adding its lights — more than 10,000 will adorn it — as well as ornaments, including one that’s a new glass-blown miniature replica of the hotel.

The Capital Hotel each year uses the large tree to anchor its Christmas festivities, which this year include a lighting ceremony Sunday, appearances by Santa Clause on Sundays in December and a gingerbread house workshop.

The lighting ceremony, which begins at 5:30 p.m., and the Santa appearances, which begin the next Sunday from noon to 2:30 p.m., are free to the public.

Watch the video here.

A Fresh and Modern Thanksgiving Table

As featured in the November 2014 issue of Inviting Arkansas

Long before the first appetizer is served, your tablecape sets the tone for the holiday meal. As we look forward to Thanksgiving, we are seeing several new dynamic trends in color and décor. Traditional is shifting to sophisticated. Rich crème and natural hues are replacing typical warm colors. Make a bold first impression with these ideas for centerpieces, dishes and more.  Read More A Fresh and Modern Thanksgiving Table

Tailgating Tips!

Looking to spruce up your tailgate for this year? Check out our article in the September edition of Inviting Arkansas! Our very own Chris Norwood designed a WONDERFUL tailgate area that not only looks good but it is functional as well!

 

Read the article here!

We’re headed out west!

TIPTON HURST EXPANDS WITH
NEW WEST LITTLE ROCK LOCATION

 

Little Rock, AR, 7.30.2014 – Tipton Hurst, Arkansas’ oldest and largest florist is expanding with a new  location in West Little Rock located within The Promenade at Chenal shopping center.

 

The new Tipton Hurst store will be located in the former Coldwater Creek space at the front of The Promenade main entrance.  The store is expected to open mid to late September 2014 and will offer a unique array of seasonal and holiday focused décor, floral arrangements, gifts and more. Special creative learning seminars will also be offered for the DIY customer later in the year.

“A seasonal Tipton Hurst location at The Promenade is a perfect addition just in time for our holiday shoppers. We are proud to have them join us for what we hope will be a very exciting end to 2014. ” Linda Hinton, General Manager, The Promenade at Chenal

Coldwater Creek vacated The Promenade at Chenal with the recent Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing of Coldwater Creek, Inc. that instituted the closure of all 365 stores in the company portfolio.

About Tipton Hurst

Since 1886, Tipton & Hurst has been constantly evolving, innovating, and raising our own expectations, all with the goal of satisfying yours. Tipton & Hurst was built on a foundation of family — meaning we put our name on everything we do. With that in mind, we work to make sure that every plant, every flower, every gift, and every interaction meet the Tipton & Hurst standard of excellence.

With an award-winning team and vast resources that include our own wholesale warehouse and a network of the premier suppliers around the world, Tipton & Hurst continues to work hard to make sure that you, your friends and your family always get our best.

About The Promenade at Chenal

The Promenade at Chenal is a 303,000 square-foot open-air lifestyle center located in the Chenal Valley Neighborhood of west Little Rock, Arkansas. The shopping center is home to a variety of upscale national, regional and local merchants, many of which are first or only to the market, such as Apple, Anthropologie, Nike Factory Store and J Crew. In addition to the shopping, visitors will find an array of dining and entertainment options, including the Chenal 9 Theatres with IMAX.

Best of Arkansas Life

Best of ARLTipton Hurst is proud to announce that we have been named “Best Florist” by Arkansas Life Magazine! It is such an honor to be recognized be such a great publication, but it would not be possible without  y’all. Our customers are the backbone of our business, that’s why our motto is “satisfaction guaranteed since 1886″. ” Our customers deserve a HUGE thank you” said President and 3rd generation owner Howard Hurst and we could not agree more! Thank you for all of your continued support and for voting us “Best Florist” in Arkansas Life magazine.

Little Rock Flower Delivery

Google Economic Impact 2014

Each Year Google selects one business and one city from every state to feature in their Economic Impact Report. This year, Tipton Hurst is proud to announce that we were selected to represent the state of Arkansas. We are more than honored to have such a company recognize our online marketing and e-commerce efforts.

Google came into our store in May to take pictures and interview President and CEO, Howard Hurst about his use of Google within his business and the efforts of his staff to create Tipton Hurst’s online presence. While in the interview Howard said  “[The Internet] is how people find you today, whether they’re on the next block or overseas”  and  “People will email us or contact us and say, ‘I’m overseas,’ even service members in Iraq and Afghanistan. We get them emailing us and saying, ‘Hey, I found you online and I’m looking at your website.” How awesome is that?! With the help of Google and the internet a local business is able to send flowers around the world! 

Our customers deserve a HUGE thank you for all of your loyalty and support. Without you all there would be no marketing, no e-commerce and no Tipton Hurst.  We know that you have a choice when sending flowers and we are so thankful that you place your trust in us to handle all of your floral needs.

 

You can read the full story on Tipton Hurst and view the Economic Report Below.

 

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Anniversary Sale

Family owned and operated since 1886, Tipton Hurst has spent more than a century working toward delivering customer service that exceeds customer expectations. With every sale, every customer interaction, and every plant, flower or gift that leaves our store, our goal has always been perfection. Because at Tipton & Hurst, we understand your satisfaction is vital to our success!

This month marks 128 wonderful years of service to central Arkansas and our customers around the world! We at Tipton Hurst view being the area’s oldest florist as an honor and we are excited about what the coming years will bring! We are so excited, in fact, that we had to celebrate with our customers. So, starting this month come in to any Tipton Hurst location and receive up to 90% off on select home decor, mesh, wire frames and silks. Come see us and take advantage of these great savings!

 

 

Five Tips For Selecting the Perfect Prom Corsage & Boutonniere

Prom season is upon us. Mark your calendar. Grab your tickets. Gas up the limo. Schedule the hair stylist. Find the perfect shoes. Call in dinner reservations. Make sure you have a date.

And don’t forget the corsage and boutonniere.

Prom has become a massive part of American culture — a rite of passage, almost. There are so many things to consider and plan for: shopping for that one-of-a-kind dress, tux fitting, saving up for the limo, making dinner reservations, telling all of your friends where to meet. It’s so exciting, and yet hectic, it’s easy to forget about one of the most traditional and classic parts: your corsage and boutonniere.

Make no mistake; those two little flower arrangements you wear to prom have been around a whole lot longer than prom itself. The Ancient Greeks used to wear them to ward off evil spirits. As it relates to prom, the tradition began when men picked up their dates for the evening. Each man would have a bouquet they would present their date with, then take a blossom from the bouquet and pin it to her dress around the bodice or on the shoulder. As dress styles have shifted in the past years, moving toward strapless and spaghetti straps, the corsages are now more commonly worn on the wrist.

For those who are first-time prom attendees, corsages might be a little confusing. What color do you go with? How much should you pay? Who pays for it? And when should you get it?

Here are some tips from the florist experts themselves:

What do corsages cost? And who pays?

Generally, corsages can run more than $25. The price increases if the corsage requires customization and add-ons. The rule of thumb for purchasing a corsage is to expect to pay 10 percent of the dress’s cost. It is traditional for the male date to purchase the corsage and the female date to purchase the boutonniere. That being said, the female typically still picks out the corsage and boutonniere designs to ensure they match each other and your outfits.

What color or type of corsage should I get?

Nowadays, modern corsages come in an amazing variety of styles. The color of your corsage should match the color of the dress or contrast the outfit. Rather it should enhance the outfit. That being said, choosing the color is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to your corsage. The first thing to do is select how you will wear the corsage (read further down for traditional styles for corsage-wear), is to pick out the pin or ribbon. At Tipton & Hurst, we have a whole wall dedicated to ribbons and bracelets in dozens of different styles, from silver chains that wrap around your wrist to gold bracelets encrusted with jewels. The variety is almost limitless. Once you have the flower and pin/bracelet/ribbon chosen, you can also add on accessories, such as small sprays, jewels, feathers, bows and so much more. While corsages may have been simplistic in the past, it’s definitely now in style to go flashy and big. No matter what your style, whether you’re into Great Gatsby classic or big purple everything, Tipton & Hurst can help you find the design perfect for you.

When should I start shopping? When should I pick up the corsage?

As mentioned before it’s important to have your dressed picked out before you decide on your corsage, since the flower arrangement will be complimenting the dress. It’s good to start shopping early, but don’t worry about going months early. It’s best to order your corsage at least a week before your prom night. Especially if you have a customized corsage, you’ll want to give the florist plenty of time to make it. As for picking up the corsage, this will occur the day of prom since it a live flower arrangement and you want it to be fresh.

Do I have to wear it on my wrist?

With today’s fashions, it’s most common to see corsages worn on the wrist. However, it’s not your only option. They can be worn in a variety of ways; it depends on what looks best with your dress. The most traditional way to wear a corsage is actually on the bodice of your dress close to your shoulder, but you’ll only want this if your dress has sleeves. There are also corsages that you can pin to your hair. However, this depends on the style of your hair. If you do wear a hair corsage, be sure to let your hairstylist know before he or she starts to style your hair. Another option is a clutch corsage. This is for those who don’t want to wear flowers, but still want to be in on the tradition. There are corsages you can pin to your clutch or purse. It’s definitely different, but still adds a touch of panache. If you do decide to not go with a wrist corsage, you can still add accessories and extra flair regardless of where you place it. Tipton & Hurst has several gorgeous pins that are noticeable and make a great statement.

What about the boutonniere?

Boutonnieres are similar to the corsage in color and style and are worn by the male date. While the color and flower of the boutonniere matches the corsage, the boutonniere is much more simple and usually only has one flower. They are pinned to his jacket’s left lapel just above the heart with the stem facing down and flower facing up. They should be ordered and picked up at the same time as the corsage.

It’s always a good idea to talk to your florist about your corsage. Be sure to come by Tipton & Hurst this prom season to visit our corsage bar, where you can hands-on design your own unique corsage and boutonniere.

Check out Chris Norwood’s TV appearances to learn more about the latest trends for Prom this year.