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NYC Floral & Event Design Website Redesign + Build
City Blossoms
Strategy | Visual Direction | Website Redesign & Development | UX/UI | Copywriting

Overview

A high-converting, premium e-commerce website with intuitive shopping and service experiences. Strategic UX, strong written and visual storytelling, and optimized functionality clearly highlight their offerings and aim to turn visitors into loyal customers.

About City Blossoms NYC

As a proudly women-owned and blooming business in NYC for over 30 years, City Blossoms design florals for life’s most meaningful moments — from premium retail flower delivery to luxury wedding and event design, and weekly services for corporate and residential clients.

Our Contributions

After a brand and website audit, we refreshed the visual direction, redesigned the UI, and overhauled the homepage to improve UX and highlight key services.

E-commerce and checkout were optimized, copy was made clear and engaging, and top products and services were showcased to build trust and drive conversions.

Kind Words

“LOVE LOVE all the updates. The new visual direction and all!!! Website looks AMAZING!!! Thank you so much.”

- Karina Granin, Co-Owner

01
the problem

Frustrated woman at work
The previous website was outdated, with design and UX/UI that didn’t reflect the quality of their services. It lacked trust and credibility, underplayed their upscale events and client relationships, and offered confusing navigation and e-commerce. Copy and storytelling were inconsistent, and key services weren’t clearly highlighted, limiting opportunities to drive bookings and sales.
02
Design Solutions

Define Strategy & Communications

Audit the website and analytics to uncover gaps and opportunities. Develop a strategy aligned with business goals, audience, and positioning. Craft clear, engaging copy that builds trust and guides users toward conversions

Elevate the Visual Identity

Refine the brand’s visual language to reflect its luxury positioning, creating a cohesive, sophisticated website aesthetic. Develop a mini brand ID and style guide to ensure consistency and elevate online presence.

Optimize E-Commerce Functionality

Streamline the retail and service experience by clarifying the delivery flow, optimizing checkout, and integrating reviews, analytics, and apps.

Design & Build a Cohesive Website

Redesign the UI and overhaul the homepage to improve UX and user flow. Build a custom, intuitive website that delivers an elevated brand experience and guides visitors from discovery to booking or purchase.

03
Discovery & Strategy

A comprehensive audit of analytics, customer behavior, and brand communications revealed a gap between the client's well-regarded reputation and how that story was presented online.

Our Key Findings

While loyal customers were returning, new visitors faced trust and usability gaps. We refined the user journey, strengthened the brand narrative, and added targeted e-commerce improvements to set the stage for an upscale, cohesive redesign.

04
Visual Direction & UI Style Guide

The visual personality is upscale yet warm, reflecting City Blossoms’s connection with their clients and community. Neutral tones with subtle pops of color draw from the natural beauty of flowers, creating a refined, approachable palette reflecting the craft behind their work.
Information Architecture

Color

Primary
#3d210a
#fffbf6
Secondary
#daa581
#9b8955
Tertiary
#daebff
Neutral
#dfcfb4
#ffeec1

Typography

Cormorant Garamond
Aa Bb Cc Dd Ee Ff Gg Hh Ii Jj Kk Ll Mm Nn Oo Pp Qq Rr Ss Tt Uu Vv Ww Xx Yy Zz
Regular, Bold
Figtree
Aa Bb Cc Dd Ee Ff Gg Hh Ii Jj Kk Ll Mm Nn Oo Pp Qq Rr Ss Tt Uu Vv Ww Xx Yy Zz
Regular, Bold

05
Optimizing E-Commerce Experience

Curated Shop & Navigation

The shop was reorganized with clear categories highlighting best sellers, Designer’s Choice, and occasions, making it easier to explore and discover customization options. Quick view and add-to-cart buttons streamline browsing and enhance the shopping experience.

Personalized Product Experience

Custom-coded card messages on product pages let customers personalize each arrangement, making every gift feel unique and thoughtful, ideal for orders with multiple products.

Elevated Product Presentation

Product pages were redesigned with larger, high-quality images and a more engaging layout, putting City Blossoms’ precision of each arrangement front and center.

Social Proof & Trust

Google reviews were integrated to a carousel on product pages, showcasing real customer feedback to build trust and reinforce the brand’s credibility.

Advanced Checkout

Order notes in checkout let customers provide instructions for the florist, improving accuracy and ensuring each order meets expectations.

06
Custom Web Design & Development

Homepage UX Strategy

We revamped the homepage and UI, aligning the design with business goals and the customer journey. The layout guides visitors naturally to key services, products, and CTAs, creating an intuitive experience that encourages engagement.

Storytelling & SEO

Copy was written to be concise and scannable, with punchy headlines and strategic keywords to help visitors find what they need quickly. Designed for UX and SEO, it guides users through the site, reinforces the brand story, and improves search visibility.

07
Reflection

Designing with Purpose
This project reinforced that goal-driven design and intentional UX decisions are key. By shaping the customer journey, we created a site that guides visitors from discovery to booking, serving as both a storytelling platform and a high-performing sales tool.
Leveling up Brand Experiences
This redesign showed the impact of strong visual direction. Refined identity and style guidelines gave the marketing and sales team a clear framework, keeping elements consistent across touchpoints to boost brand recognition and exposure.
Seeing the Full-Circle Impact
This project was especially meaningful, bringing our founder, Krista, full circle from former employee to creative partner. Working closely with the client reinforced how strong relationships and attentive service elevate the creative process.
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