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Top Six

Flower Mistakes

We can’t deny that finding your inspiration for your
Wedding flowers can be a whole lot of fun! Take
Pinterest for example, there are so many images to see
and consider but it can quickly turn into overwhelm
and uncertainty with so many styles and colours to
choose from. Getting it right and choosing, designing
and co-ordinating your blooms on a budget is a whole
other story! Now that’s where we come in!

1. Trying to replicate an image 4. Thinking you need flowers everywhere
We are often asked to replicate an image seen Some couples think that if you have flowers, then you
on Pinterest or google images. Unfortunately, need to have them on every table and everywhere!
replicating an image is a near impossible task. This simply isn’t true. Focus on one or two statement
Instead, find styles and colours that you love and pieces like the arbour at the ceremony, the bridal
allow this to be the inspiration that will be used to table and a back drop or ceiling drop arrangement
create an arrangement that’s perfect just for you. for all the memorable and photo worthy moments.
Then work with us on your centrepiece styling using
2. Saying ‘no’ before you Know a small amount of florals and greenery, with candles,
Have you ever found yourself saying “no I’m not glass vases or gold cubes to tie in your statement
really into flowers” and “we’d rather just have pieces and bring it all together.
candles for our centrepieces”. It happens to us all
the time and once we show our clients how even a 5. Being flower specific
small amount of flowers and greenery can soften Flowers are generally seasonal and availability can be
and create textural dimensions to a centrepiece or impacted due to weather changes, or other things
a space, they love it! Trust us and be guided by our outside of our control. Take Peonies for example, are
styling recommendations, and don’t say no before one of the most popular and sort after flowers on
you know. the market today. Unfortunately, Peonies are only
available during a couple of months of the year (Nov-
Dec) , more often than are late to season and are an
3. Being close minded about colours expensive option. So check the season availability or
One of the biggest mistakes you can make is check with us first before getting your heart set on
not being open to different colours and flower specific blooms.
types. Many times we see our couples are set
on a particular flower or colour palette, without
knowing about other cool flowers that are in 6. Choosing your florals without considering
season or combining certain colours to create the your venue
look you are after. The best thing is to be flexible Don’t choose your colour palette before considering
and loose about your colour palette and floral the existing venue colours. Always consider the
choices. That way we can find the most beautiful venue’s overall style and colour, as well as the
flowers for you and within budget. lighting, chairs, linens and place settings offered.
Make sure your colour palette aligns with your
chosen venue space.

We hope we’ve given you some great ideas! And remember, above all else, savour those little moments your
wedding day brings and make sure to stop and smell your flowers!
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