Meet Your Florist
My journey began with a broom in hand in Ann Arbor, MI—a "ground-up" start that defined my work ethic even as my career took me across the globe. From specialized design training in Japan to navigating the flower markets of South America and managing operations for high-volume shops like University Flower Shop and Sweetwater Floral, I’ve seen it all. I launched Fresh Cut Design to merge these high-level logistics with a fine art aesthetic, bringing an intentional, boutique approach to every wedding and lifetime event.
An artist by trade and a problem-solver by nature, my mission is to ensure your floral planning is effortless and the final result is exquisite. Backed by my dedicated events team, we are proud to provide flowers through all seasons of life and proudly serve the LGBTQIA+ community.
When I’m not in the studio, you’ll find me outside—sailing, skiing, or hiking through the Northern Michigan landscapes that inspire my work. If you’re looking for a partner who values high-end design as much as a seamless, stress-free process, let’s talk!
- Cristi, Fresh Cut Design, Owner
The Meraki Standard
Our work is rooted in more than aesthetics; it is rooted in a lineage of resilience. As the daughter of second-generation Greek immigrants, I uphold a standard of quality that honors the generations who sacrificed so I might have the freedom to pursue work that nourishes the spirit.
In Greece, this is called Meraki —the act of leaving a piece of your soul, your creativity, and your love in everything you create. It is a refusal to do anything halfway.
When you work with us, you are treated like family. Every stem is selected with intention, and every ribbon is tied with gratitude. To ensure our practice is as sustainable as it is soulful, we responsibly compost our floral waste so it may return to the earth exactly as it arrived.