Wedding Flowers

Design and colour inspiration, plus our favourite seasonal blooms

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  • Beautiful Blue Bouquet

    Monday, November 23rd, 2009

    Posted in Wedding Flowers

    I recently spotted this stunning bouquet over on Brenda’s Wedding Blog and just had to share it with you.

    Blue bouquet

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  • Favourite Winter Wedding Flowers

    Friday, November 20th, 2009

    Posted in Wedding Flowers

    I always advise my clients to make sure the flowers they choose are in season at the time of the wedding. Not only does this help keep costs down, but they also have a more natural and seasonal look on the day. Brides can sometimes struggle more with their choice of flowers for a winter wedding. It’s easy to feel restricted to traditional, year-round wedding flowers like lilies or roses when, unlike in spring or summer, there isn’t that much inspiration to be had from your surroundings. However, there are still plenty of beautiful blooms to choose from at this time of year that are perfect for a winter wedding – check out some of my favourites…

    Winter arrangement

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  • A Wedding Without Flowers?

    Friday, July 3rd, 2009

    Posted in Wedding Flowers, Wedding Styling

    I recently came across this gorgeous wedding over on Once Wed, which was held in the Californian desert on an old Western movie set. I am loving everything about this wedding, but the bouquet of succulents particularly caught my eye…

    Succulent Bouquet

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  • Beautiful Blooms

    Tuesday, May 19th, 2009

    Posted in Wedding Flowers

    As today is the first day of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, I thought it only appropriate to write a post on flowers. I think floral arrangements really do make a wedding truly beautiful, and there are so many different blooms in all shapes, sizes and colours that you can be spoilt for choice! So here are some of my favourite bouquets and arrangements, celebrating the sheer beauty and magnificence of the humble flower…

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  • Mad About…David Austin Roses

    Tuesday, April 28th, 2009

    Posted in Mad About..., Wedding Flowers

    Last Friday I was very excited to receive a beautiful bouquet from David Austin Roses showcasing their bridal rose collection. The roses are unique in that they don’t have a classic petal arrangement, but instead have blowsy layers that look fabulous both in bud and as they open to reveal a rosette silhouette. Not only are they absolutely stunning, but they also have a delicate fragrance that is subtle enough for wedding arrangements without being overpowering.

    David Austin - Simply Roses

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  • Spring Blooms

    Thursday, April 16th, 2009

    Posted in Wedding Flowers, Wedding Styling

    Spring is definitely my favourite season for flowers. With so many different colours, textures and shapes I always find myself brimming with design ideas at this time of year – from vibrant sunshine yellow to delicate cherry blossom pink, there are so many different styles you can go for.

    I would always recommend using flowers that are in season at the time of your wedding. They’re more readily available and can often be sourced locally, meaning they’re less expensive and also more eco-friendly. Check out some of my favourite spring blooms that are just perfect for weddings… (more…)