Sylvia Cup

54th Annual Sylvia Cup Design Competition

The Longest-Running, Live, National Floral Industry Design Competition

What is the Sylvia Cup Design Competition?

The nation’s best floral designers are given the exact same flowers, foliage, and design supplies — and just two hours to complete a design challenge based on a surprise theme.

During the last hour, the competition’s commentators, and coordinators — decked out in themed costumes — talk about the featured products and challenge.

If you aren’t competing, all attendees of SAF Phoenix 2023 are invited to watch the competition and be exposed to:

  • The hottest emerging design styles — before your customers start asking about it
  • An exciting live demonstration of how to create spectacular floral pieces in minimal time
  • The U.S. floral industry’s longest-running national live design competition

Sylvia Cup Sponsors

Smithers-Oasis

Exclusive sponsor of
the Sylvia Cup prize money

Sponsor Certified American Grown Flowers
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When

Saturday, September 9, 2023 during SAF Phoenix 2023

Where

Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, Scottsdale, Arizona

Grand Prize Winner Receives

  • $3,000
  • The Sylvia Cup — an engraved silver trophy
  • Recognition during the Stars of the Industry Awards Dinner
  • Complimentary registration to SAF’s next convention

Two Runners-Up Receive

  • 1st Runner-Up: $500
  • 2nd Runner-Up: $250
  • Award Plaque
  • Recognition during the Stars of the Industry Awards Dinner

The 2023 competition is full.

Questions? Contact SAF’s Project Manager, Stephanie Brady, at 703-838-5230.

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