Retail and Events
From petals to progress how bloom & ivy turned design into growth
+65%
Revenue growth
48h
Funding turnaround
About
Brand bloom & ivy is a London-based floral studio founded by Sophie Turner. The company blends creativity and sustainability to deliver premium arrangements for weddings, events, and corporate clients across the UK.
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Retail and Events
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“Lumo made funding simple and fast, we had what we needed to grow in just two days.”
SOPHIE TURNER
FOUNDER, BLOOM & IVY
Growing a creative brand
Sophie Turner founded bloom & ivy in 2019 with a simple goal, to bring fresh, design-led floristry to modern events and everyday moments. What started as a small studio in her spare room soon became a thriving boutique brand with growing demand across London.
By 2024, the business had reached a turning point. Orders were increasing, the team was stretched, and opportunities were emerging faster than cash flow could support. Sophie needed funding to expand her studio space, invest in equipment, and build a stronger digital presence.
Finding the right support
After weeks of exploring options, Sophie came across Lumo Money. The promise of a simple, transparent application process appealed immediately.
Using open banking, she connected her accounts securely, and within 24 hours received a funding offer tailored to her cash flow.
The full loan arrived two days later, no waiting, no hidden fees, no endless paperwork.
With that boost, Sophie secured a new lease, ordered new equipment, and hired two additional florists ahead of the wedding season.
“Having clear information upfront meant there were no surprises, just confidence from day one.”
Turning finance into growth
With extra capacity and a stronger digital setup, bloom & ivy launched its first e-commerce store. The platform now accounts for nearly half of all orders, opening the brand to customers nationwide.
The business also introduced a subscription delivery model, giving local clients regular flower deliveries and driving consistent monthly revenue.
This combination of funding and strategy turned a busy workshop into a growing brand with structure, focus, and flexibility.
Looking ahead
Today, bloom & ivy continues to grow sustainably, balancing creative ambition with smart financial planning.
Sophie’s focus for the next year is automation and packaging innovation, continuing to prove that small, creative businesses can scale without losing their personal touch.
Her story is one of confidence and clarity, two things every growing business deserves when it comes to finance.
