One of the most common questions we receive is whether to preserve flowers in their naturally dried state or to have their colors enhanced during the preservation process. Both options create beautiful keepsakes, and the right choice simply comes down to your personal preference and the look you love most.
Naturally pressed flowers are preserved without any color enhancement. This allows the flowers to showcase their authentic dried appearance and the natural changes that occur during the preservation process.
✓ Preserves the flowers in their true, naturally dried state
✓ Creates a timeless, organic, and vintage-inspired look
✓ Highlights the natural beauty and uniqueness of each bloom
✓ Ideal for those who appreciate an authentic preservation process
• Colors will naturally change as flowers dry and press.
• White flowers often dry to cream, ivory, tan, yellow, or light brown tones.
• Red roses and other deep red blooms typically dry much darker, often appearing burgundy or deep wine in color.
• Some flowers may fade or soften in color more than others.
Color enhancement is an artistic process that helps restore or maintain the appearance of certain flower colors after pressing. This option can create a look that more closely resembles how the bouquet appeared on your special day.
✓ Helps brighten colors that naturally fade during pressing
✓ Can maintain a closer resemblance to the original bouquet
✓ Particularly beneficial for white flowers and red roses, which often experience the most dramatic color changes
✓ Creates a vibrant and polished finished piece
• An excellent choice for customers who want to retain the vibrancy and visual impact of their original bouquet.
• While colors can be restored or improved, every flower responds differently to the preservation process.
• Results are intended to complement the natural beauty of the flowers, not create an artificial appearance.
There is no right or wrong choice—both preservation styles are beautiful.
If you love the idea of preserving your flowers exactly as nature transforms them, naturally pressed flowers may be the perfect choice.
If you prefer a look that stays closer to the original bouquet colors, color enhancement may be a better fit.
The photos below provide examples of both preservation styles so you can choose the look that best reflects your personal preference and vision for your keepsake.