Meet the Florist:

 

Hi, my name is Vanessa.

I moved to San Francisco in late 2012 to pursue a degree in Zoology. Upon graduating and receiving a bachelor's of science, life unexpectedly changed when an opportunity came up to design weekly flower arrangements for a restaurant downtown. What began as a hobby serendipitously grew into a promising career.

In 2018, I stepped into floral design not through tradition, but through instinct. There was no grand plan, no formal training—just a sense of trust in where my hands and heart might lead. I turned my small garage into a studio, a sanctuary where flowers gave me purpose. Every arrangement I made in that tiny space taught me something about beauty, resilience, and the poetry of imperfection.

"Unwritten" is more than a name—it’s a philosophy. It speaks to beginnings that don’t have a clear ending, to love stories still unfolding, to events not yet lived but already deeply felt. My work is rooted in emotion, movement, and nature’s own effortless artistry. I design not just with flowers, but with intention: to echo the wild, tender, powerful moments in your life.

Today, that humble garage has grown into a studio in the Outer Sunset of San Francisco—but the soul of the work remains the same. It’s still about curiosity, craft, and creating something honest. Something that blooms once, but stays with you always.

 
 
 
 
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Accepting and engaging with the fleeting nature of life allows Vanessa to design with a sense of patience, free-spiritedness, and expressive appreciation for flowers.

Latest life and business update: We opened up a shop! Jeff, my partner and I have opened up the first joint barbershop and floral studio in the Outer Sunset. This space not only houses all of Unwritten’s creations, but it also functions as a barbershop from 10am-7pm, Wed-Sunday for anyone interested in a shorter style haircut. We are so grateful to be apart of this community that we’ve called home to for over 7 years.

 

“Her designs are incredibly unique and organic; I can always tell when an arrangement or bouquet is made by her because of her distinct, beautiful style. She is a true artist, creating magic every single time. She is a complete joy to work with and I can't recommend her enough!”

- Alice Che Photography

 
 
 
 
The act of arranging flowers is an ancient practice and it’s no surprise how emotive and captivating they can be. I’m here to be the translator, the connector of your story, my story, and Mother Nature’s.
— Vanessa
 

 

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