Eiseman Flower Therapy

Leatrice Eiseman, international color expert and proponent of flower therapy, believes that humans respond emotionally to color and to unique combinations of flowers. Her brand of flower therapy proposes that flowers, with their designs and color schemes, invoke mood-enhancing feelings. This is different from Edward Bach’s theory of flower therapy that believes in enhancing moods through flower essences.

Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, believes that “color can help us find the balance we seek from our surroundings. And, flowers are an ideal way to harness the power of color to enrich our lives.” Certain color combinations, expressed in floral arrangements, can relax the senses, and stimulate positive feelings.

Eiseman is internationally recognized for her six books on color, including Colors for Your Every Mood and Color Answer Book. She has identified five emotional color palettes that are expressed through color combinations in floral arrangements. Each combination offers a unique form flower therapy.

Nurturing: A combination of colors that are fragile, soft, and tender invokes a sense of nurturing. Arrangements in pastel shades - soft yellows, peaches, warm pinks, creamy whites, and subtle greens - make one feel safe, cozy, and loved.

Romantic: A blend of delicate warm and cool colors with lavenders and pinks, create feelings of intimacy, nostalgia, and comfort. Arrangements in romantic colors convey loving sentiments and admiration to loved ones.

Sensuous: Rich and luxurious combinations of reds, purples, hot pinks, and spicy oranges set the mood for sophisticated, passionate, and even seductive settings. These are ideal for elegant parties or special evenings.

Tranquil: Clear, light shades of green and misty blues, and similar hues convey serenity, relaxation, and tranquility. This is a peaceful color palette, reminding one of the sky and sea. Arrangements that use these colors are ideal for busy people in stressful situations.

Whimsical: Fun-loving, free-spirited, and playful feelings are conveyed by the whimsical palette, characterized by bold and contrasting colors. Floral arrangements that use these colors are ideal for birthdays, graduations, promotions, and other celebrations.