Western-style flower arrangement emphasizes the rendering of colors and often involves various geometrical forms. It is suited for flowers that are large, deep in color, densely arranged, and of a thick texture.
Qian Yixiu saw that the flower shop had carnations, lilies, lotus flowers, and China roses—these were enough.
Since Western flower arrangements require a large number of flowers, she chose the largest ikebana floral tray and selected China roses, lilies, and lotus flowers as the main blooms, with gypsophila as the filler and turtle back bamboo and radish as the greenery, creating a large and tall triangular arrangement.
This arrangement was not only rich and vibrant in color but also well-proportioned, a complete departure from the shop's usual emphasis on simplicity and flow. Yet, it was undeniably attractive and had its own charm.
