There is absolutely nothing more I love than fresh flowers, particularly hydrangeas. However, as many of you know, a fresh stock of flowers every week can really add up. Hydrangeas are especially frustrating because they are not only costly, but they rarely last longer than a couple of days. Yet I am completely obsessed with the look of a bundle of voluptuous monochromatic hydrangeas. To alleviate this problem between cost effectiveness and aesthetic, I spent some time scouring flower shops for an alternative. After trips to high end florists and exotic shops in the flower district, I found my solution outside the local deli.
Now, I not only can have the look of hydrangeas but also some other fun elements to scatter about my apartment. My flora and fauna extravaganza comes courtesy of the lame grocery store bouquet and all of its frowned upon elements. Rethinking each piece of that heinous bouquet, you will find some surprisingly elegant results that are quite cost effective (not to mention long lasting!!!) 
The ugly commonplace carnation/baby's breath/palm leaf disaster available at your local grocer
Outrageously simple. Like its name indicates, baby's breath is so light and effervescent, it creates a soft romanticism wherever it is placed. Great bouquet for a bedroom or bathroom.
As a single leaf in a statement vase, such as that in this image, or many in a tall vase, palm leaves add a tropical flare to any space. An arrangement such as this also suggests a certain Asian influence that is great in a minimal modern space.
The clean white hydrangea alternative in a crisp silver mint julep cup. Gorgeous and cheap!!!!
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