Earlier, we talked about choosing the size of your wedding bouquet. Now it’s time to break the whole flower thing down to the finer basics – what kinds of flowers do you want? There are a number of different variables to go into the equation. Let’s take a look at them. 1. What time of year are you getting married? If you’re working with a florist, you can be almost sure of getting the flowers you want, regardless of season, because florist flowers are grown in greenhouses. However, there are some things, such as waxflower, which are only available during … Continue reading →

The bridal bouquet is the single most important floral at your wedding. Corsages come and go, boutonnieres might not last until the next day, but the bouquet will appear in every photo of the bride and possibly dried and kept forever. No matter if the guests remember the flowers on the cake—they will remember the bouquet. So how do you choose the right size? First, consider the weight of the bouquet. The more flowers and ribbons it has, the heavier it will be. If you’re comfortable holding something that’s a little heavier, you might choose to go with one like … Continue reading →

The season for wedding planning is here. Many weddings take place during the summer months. Therefore wedding plans are usually in full force by spring. For some people, or should I say for some brides, planning a wedding is a very serious and tedious job. While all brides want a successful and beautiful wedding, some are almost obsessed with its perfectness. When planning a wedding there are many things to be decided upon. One such factor is the flowers. There are two major choices when it comes to wedding flowers, silk or live. After that major decision is made, smaller … Continue reading →