Sometimes the container that holds the flower makes a big impact. If you choose a vase, cup or different container that plays into your theme, that can be the focal point and you can use less flowers as a filler.
Why follow suit? Choose an offbeat theme for your wedding reception. Maybe invite your guests backstage at a rock concert.
Photo provided by The Memory Journalists; design by Blooms by Martha Andrews & Arcularius Events
Photo provided by The Memory Journalists; design by Blooms by Martha Andrews
A blog we stalk....Anderson-Green Events touched on the very sensitive subject of follow through with vendors. While we all expect the same level of professionalism across the board, sometimes misguiding vendors slip through the cracks. Lisa touched on this subject in a recent blog post and we agree, if you're not hearing from your vendors, they need to hear from you. Check out her original post here.
With the country in a recession, many couples are opting for basic design elements like curly willow, moss, minimal flowers and crystals strategically placed to add simple elegance to any ceremony or reception.
When meeting with your florist, if you're unsure of what types of flowers you like, bring magazine tear outs of designs, reception, bouquet, and ceremony that you like and explain why. If you know there's certain designs that you don't like, bring samples of those too. This will help guide your florist and formulate a plan.
Here I was fooling around with the camera, practicing ring shots :)!
Since our engagement in November we are planning diligently to get married this August. It's been fun, but trying at the same time, working to keep perspective on what's important to us and still plan a really fun event! To read more about our engagement story, check out my past blog post.
Photo provided by The Memory Journalists
Photo courtesy of The Memory Journalists
Photo provided by The Memory Journalists
Congratulations to Blooms by Martha Andrews, a Dynamite expert for their recent feature in Luxurious Wedding's Style Report. They showcased her signature bouquets and spoke of her fearless energy to try new things in floral decor. To see the entire report, click here. You can also see a Blooms by Martha Andrews bouquet featured on their recent print edition of Luxurious Wedding.
Doesn't your white knight deserve a classic white boutonniere to compliment his striking appearance? Check out these timeless pieces.
Flowers aren't the only thing welcome in a bouquet or centerpiece any more! Many brides and grooms are opting to include other elements that make them unique: twigs, thistle, moss, branches, leaves, feathers, jewels, monkey tails, berries, etc. There are so many options. Don't limit yourself to seasonal blooms. Ask your florist what other elements they can include to make your floral designs one of a kind.
Sometimes the task of sitting down with a wedding vendor and discussing what you want at your wedding can seem very overwhelming, so here's another way to approach it. Let your vendors know the elements that you don't want incorporated into your wedding. This may be easier to start. If you don't like hearts, lace, tulle, artichokes, buffet styles, etc. make this known to your florist, rental company, caterer, etc.
Photo courtesy of The Memory Journalists
We just wanted to say thanks to our Dynamite florists for their generous efforts in creating stunning, unique floral designs for all our events! You always exceed our expectations and continue to impress DW readers and event visitors as well. A big thanks to Blooms by Martha Andrews, Flourish, Lilygrass Fresh Flower Design and Visual Impact Design.
Colin Cowie, party planning professional, tells Modern Bride about some recent reception trends he's been seeing. "Wedding design has gone from minimalist to a lot more embellished, but with modern shapes and clean lines. Beading or fabric trim on a table overlay is beautiful, and crystals on linens, place cards or menus is a wonderful way to add sparkle. Couples are also editing their guest lists more to have a smaller wedding that's high quality. And instead of black tie, it's cocktail attire. More fun, less stuffy!"
Storyboard by It's A Jaime Thing; Photos courtesy of Blooms by Martha Andrews
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