The Age of Disposable Beauty We live in an era where almost everything feels replaceable. From fast fashion to home décor, even the most meaningful items often come with an expiry date. Weddings and funerals — two of life’s most profound milestones — are no exception. Couples spend thousands on flowers that are breathtaking for […]

Why Preservation Matters in an Age of Throwaway Culture

The Future of “I Do” Every year, weddings evolve. While love remains timeless, the way couples celebrate is shaped by culture, technology, and style. Looking ahead to 2026, one thing is clear: weddings are becoming more personalised, more intentional, and more enduring. At For Keeps®, we live and breathe these changes. Through our partnerships with […]

Must-Have Additions for Your 2026 Wedding That Guests Will Remember!

If you’ve been searching for ways to keep your wedding bouquet or memorial flowers forever, you’ve likely come across resin flower preservation. Social media makes it look magical: flowers encased in a crystal-clear block, seemingly frozen in time. But here’s the truth, resin is not true flower preservation. At For Keeps®, Australia’s longest-running flower preservation […]

Resin Flower Preservation: What You Need to Know Before You Commit

Because your wedding deserves to be remembered for a lifetime—not just a day. Weddings go by in the blink of an eye. One moment you’re slipping into your dress, and the next you’re dancing barefoot under fairy lights, wondering how the night went so fast. After the cake is eaten and the confetti’s swept away, […]

Top 10 Wedding Keepsakes You’ll Wish You Saved

Losing someone we love is never easy—but for children, grief can be especially confusing. They may not have the words to express what they’re feeling or the life experience to understand why someone they love is suddenly gone. As adults, we want to protect our children from pain. But we also want to give them […]

Talking to Children About Grief: Keepsakes That Help Little Hearts Heal

Losing a child is a heartbreak no parent should ever have to face. Whether it’s sudden or after a long battle with illness like childhood cancer, the loss feels earth-shattering. In the days that follow, the world may feel heavy, loud, and unbearably quiet all at once. At For Keeps, we often meet families during […]

What To Do After You Lose a Child

As a new year unfolds, our hearts are heavy yet determined as we embark on a journey to honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For our small team in Australia, this cause hits close to home as we remember our beloved colleague and friend, Nicky, who lost her battle with this insidious disease in 2020. Nicky […]

Honouring Nicky and Kas: A Personal Journey Through Breast Cancer Awareness Month

In the heart of our work at For Keeps, we often find ourselves in situations that remind us of the profound impact flowers can have on our lives. Today, we want to share a story that touched our hearts deeply. We recently had the privilege of working with a family going through unimaginable pain. Their […]

Spreading Hope and Awareness: A Tribute to Suicide Awareness in Australia

Losing a loved one is one of life’s most profound challenges. In the midst of grief and sorrow, it’s essential to have a support system to lean on, to help navigate the journey of healing and remembrance. In Australia, there are numerous organizations and resources dedicated to providing bereavement support, offering solace, understanding, and guidance […]

Bereavement Support Within Australia – Find Comfort in Greif

Life is full of moments that leave a lasting imprint on our hearts. Whether it’s the joy of a wedding, the warmth of a new arrival, or the bittersweet farewell of a loved one, these moments are the ones we hold closest, the ones that define who we are and the love we share. At […]

Hold On to the Moments That Mean the Most