Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues Geneva Launches Masterclass in the Art of Floristry

(17 June 2022, 11:34 +07)  The Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues Geneva has launched a masterclass in the art of floristry.

Participants will learn insider techniques to style bouquets, learning which colours and varieties work best to create the perfect floral sculpture.

Taking place on 23 June 2022, the masterclass will be led by one of Switzerland's leading floral stylists, Serge Marzetta.

Born in Neuchatel northeast of Geneva, Serge studied landscape horticulture and, at the start of his career, worked closely with Thérèse Grübert, the country’s celebrated florist crowned Worldwide Florist Champion in 1970. Serge is today one of the many talents behind Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues, creating beautiful displays that complement the interiors of the hotel. He takes pride in sourcing flowers and plants from small, local producers, while also looking further afield to northern Italy and France.

Swiss floral stylist, Serge Marzetta

“Participants will learn how to play with textures, use greenery for contrast, and give life to each flower. Each composition is entirely unique, transferring a very personal message,” said Serge. “As a florist, I am lucky to always work with feelings. Whether celebrating a birth or someone’s life, flowers are exceptionally rich in emotions.”

The masterclass allows guests to take their flower arranging skills to the next level, building on their imagination to give life to bunches of wonderful seasonal blooms designed with thought and creativity.

At the beginning of the course, participants are provided with a selection of flowers, learning how to care and condition them to make them ready for use. They will discover how best to clean the flowers, strip the leaves, and trim the stems before constructing their bouquet. Serge will also teach participants how best to display their arrangement in a vase, working on balance, unity and harmony. With a maximum of 12 participants, the class size is deliberately kept small to provide supportive learning and one-to-one support.

“Each participant will be able to let his or her creativity shine. The final bouquet will reflect the individual’s character and emotions,” Serge added.

The masterclass will take place in the first-floor Salon Petit Mont Blanc, which offers views of Lake Geneva and the Jet d’Eau. At the end of the class, a selection of canapés and Champagne can be enjoyed in the salon or on the balcony, offering participants the chance to soak up magnificent views while conversing with Serge.

The Flowers & Bubbles masterclass is priced at CHF 300 per person.

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