Cali Orange Crush: Che Bella

I was thrilled when Carla Bassi told me that Che Bella would create a floral arrangement for the reception table at my Cali Orange Crush opening. Using fresh-cut unusual flowers their creations are balanced and beautiful. Their open air store is full of sweet aromas and with poetry lining the space, romance exudes from all corners.

From my July 2008 Design Guide:
Che Bella: The inside-outside floral boutique opened in 2002 in a Fir Street cottage-shop, supplying the area with a selection of unique flowers. Entering the market-like setting through a delicate iron gate, Che Bella creates beautiful custom floral arrangements, which are complimented by elegant vases, including Christian Tortu glass and Bauer and Heath Ceramics. Owners, Carla and Jim Bassi, recently merged their two stores, Che Bella and Che Bella Nido, which offered the finest in modern, organic home furnishings and accessories. Amongst the funky and lush flowers, the store now includes an assortment of pieces, like Chilewich and Jan Barboglio.