Meet Nikki Zeng (Peony Story)

Meet Nikki Zeng (Peony Story)


By Charlotte McKewen

Nikki Zeng is a senior business analyst who decided to pursue her passion for floristry after receiving a single peony from a kind-hearted stranger.  

Spurred on by this unexpected act of kindness, Nikki packed a bag and followed her heart to Europe to study the delicate art of flower arranging. It was there, under the guidance of world-renowned florists that she developed her signature romantic style – breathtaking bouquets filled with elegant greenery and pastel pops of colour.

She returned to Sydney inspired and launched her very own floristry school, Peony Story – an ode to the delicate flower she was gifted all those years ago. Ever since, Nikki has made it her mission to help others experience the same sense of beauty that transformed her life, with everything from flower workshops and elegant arrangements to whimsical event styling. 

Whether you’d like to arrange your own wedding bouquet or twist floral wreaths at a picnic with friends, Nikki’s floristry classes are the perfect place to slow down and show yourself a little kindness. 

The first thing I ever made…

Flower arranging classes

“Was a dried flower crystal dream catcher for my best friend. She tasked me with combining her passion for spiritual healing items and my passion for floristry to make something that represented both of us.”

I’m on a mission to…

DIY flower wreath

“Help people to accept that nothing is perfect in the hopes that we become more kind to ourselves and others. I think that floristry has a beautiful way of helping people enjoy those special moments in the present as they immerse themselves in the hands-on arranging process.” 

When I'm arranging flowers, I…

Floral arranging for beginners

“Love to listen (and dance) to music to give me inspiration for different styles of arrangements. From French songs to Bachata… the list is endless!” 

Teaching others has taught me…

Flower centrepiece

“To be patient and that everyone’s imagination is unique. If I give ten people the same materials to work with, I’m always surprised by the variety of the pieces - some perfectly symmetrical, some simple and some boho. There’s endless creativity in the room, it’s very inspiring.”


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