Who is the florist receiving an MBE for royal events?

Shane Connolly is being awarded an MBE for his services to sustainable floristry, notably for his work at royal weddings and the coronation.

What floral designs did Shane Connolly create for royal weddings?

Shane Connolly transformed Westminster Abbey's aisle with trees for the Prince and Princess of Wales's wedding and incorporated significant blooms for the King and Queen's coronation.

What is Shane Connolly being honored for?

He is being honored for his services to sustainable floristry, with his work on major royal events being a key focus.

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Royal florist gets MBE for stunning wedding, coronation blooms

13 Jan

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Florist recognized for sustainable designs at royal weddings and coronation.
His arrangements transformed Westminster Abbey for royal events.
Awarded MBE for services to sustainable floristry.

Royal florist gets MBE for stunning wedding, coronation blooms

Shane Connolly, celebrated for his exquisite floral artistry at major royal events, is set to receive an MBE at an investiture ceremony. This honor recognizes his significant contributions to sustainable floristry.

Connolly's most notable works include the breathtaking floral designs for the 2011 wedding of the Prince and Princess of Wales and the 2023 coronation of the King and Queen. For the royal wedding, he created a verdant, tree-lined aisle within Westminster Abbey, reflecting the couple's love for the English countryside.

His floral expertise extended to the 2005 blessing of the then Prince of Wales and the then Duchess of Cornwall, as well as their 2023 coronation. Connolly has also designed arrangements for royal funerals and has been awarded royal warrants by the King and Queen in 2024.