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December 31, 2025
27-year-old quit her 9-to-5 to start a floral business—this year, she brought in 6 figures and designed bouquets for Sabrina Carpenter, Katy Perry
Colleen McCarthy began designing flower arrangements in 2022. Today, she's created bouquets for stars like Sabrina Carpenter and Katy Perry.
TL;DR
- Colleen McCarthy left a corporate job to pursue floral design as a career.
- She took an introductory class at Flower School New York and was recognized for her talent.
- McCarthy utilized social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok to grow her business, Colleen Rose Florals.
- She officially registered her business as an LLC and began working with event planners for brand events and weddings.
- In December 2024, she quit her full-time job to dedicate herself to floral design.
- In 2025, her business earned over $175,000.
- Colleen Rose Florals provides arrangements for various occasions, including weddings, brand events, and celebrity dressing rooms at Madison Square Garden.
- Pricing for arrangements ranges from $250 for a single bespoke piece to $5,000-$10,000 for small-to-medium weddings.
- McCarthy's future goals include renting a permanent studio space and launching a subscription program.
- She has designed floral arrangements for stars like Sabrina Carpenter, Drew Barrymore, Katy Perry, and others.
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