What Are GLITCH Stems? Singapore's Most Unique Orchid Art
What Are Glitch Stems? Singapore's Most Unique Orchid Art
Most flowers look like flowers. Glitch Stems look like someone asked: what if a phalaenopsis orchid was also a painting?
They are. Each Glitch Stem is a real, fresh-cut phalaenopsis orchid stem — hand-painted in the Gathered+Styled studio, individually coloured, gradient-washed, and patterned before it goes anywhere near a vase. No pigment is repeated. No two stems across the entire collection are identical.
See the Glitch Stems collection →
Where the Idea Came From
It started somewhere else entirely — furniture, upcycling, the particular satisfaction of finding what a discarded piece can become with the right treatment. Marbling was part of that world. While researching the technique, a pattern kept appearing: florists and growers in England, the US, Australia — working pigment into petals, leaves, roses, stems. The technique existed. Nobody in Singapore was doing it.
That was enough of a reason to try.
Experimenting with different media took time. Some worked better than others. What stayed was what held — the approach that let the flower remain itself while carrying something entirely new on its surface. The phalaenopsis turned out to be the right canvas: a wide bloom, a clean white base, a natural structure that takes pigment without fighting it.
Glitch Stems came out of that process.
How to Use Glitch Stems
In a bouquet
One Glitch Stem in an otherwise natural arrangement creates an unexpected focal point — the thing a recipient notices and then cannot stop looking at. Several together shift the whole composition. They work with fresh seasonal flowers, with lush green foliage, and on their own in a bud vase.
At events, shoots, and launches
photo by franzn
Glitch Stems have appeared in fashion shoots, gallery installations, product launches, and styled dining tableaux across Singapore. They photograph distinctly — a quality that matters when the brief is built around visual content. If you need florals that do something for the image rather than sit in it, they are worth building around.
For weddings
For couples who want something unconventional, Glitch Stems can be woven into bridal bouquets, ceremony arrangements, and table florals. They suit intimate, curated celebrations — the kind where the details are noticed. A painted orchid held alongside white garden roses does something no all-white bouquet can.
On their own
A single stem in a bud vase is enough. No arrangement required.
Shop Glitch Stems — individual stems and curated sets →
What to Expect
Glitch Stems are fresh flowers. The phalaenopsis orchids are real, living stems — not dried, not artificial. With proper care (cool room, away from direct sun, water topped up daily) they hold for approximately 3–7 days. Singapore's heat is a factor, as it is with all cut flowers. An air-conditioned space makes a real difference.
Current stems include: Lure (tender pink), Porcelaine (soft white-on-white with pale pigment), Candy Swirl (pink and white candy pattern), and Beryl (emerald and aquamarine). Availability is limited — they are made in-studio, by hand.
For photographers, stylists, interior studios, and event designers, Glitch Stems are available on a wholesale basis, made to specification by colour family and quantity.
FAQ
Are Glitch Stems real flowers?
Yes. Glitch Stems are fresh-cut phalaenopsis orchid stems — real, living flowers — hand-painted in the Gathered+Styled studio in Singapore. Not dried, not preserved, not artificial.
How long do Glitch Stems last?
With proper care — cool room, away from direct sun, water topped up daily — Glitch Stems last approximately 3–7 days. Keeping them in an air-conditioned space makes a real difference in Singapore's climate.
Can I add Glitch Stems to a bouquet or wedding arrangement?
Yes. Glitch Stems can be incorporated into any fresh bouquet, and into bridal and event arrangements. One painted stem in an otherwise natural arrangement creates an unexpected focal point. For weddings and events, contact Gathered+Styled directly.
Where can I buy Glitch Stems in Singapore?
Glitch Stems are exclusive to Gathered+Styled and available online, with islandwide delivery. Individual stems and curated sets are in the shop. Stock is limited.
Can businesses order Glitch Stems in bulk?
Yes. Glitch Stems are available to photographers, stylists, interior studios, and event designers on a wholesale basis — made to specification by colour family and quantity. Write to hello@gatheredandstyled.com with your brief.
Glitch Stems are made in Singapore by Gathered+Styled — an art-led florist working since 2015.