Photo: Courtesy of Ashley Rose Photography
How ridiculously gorgeous is this ceremony arch? One of my fave wedding planners, Jesi Haack in Newport Beach, CA, hand-made hundreds of paper flowers, pinwheels, and kites to form this spectacular arch for one couple’s wedding at Saddlerock Ranch. A floral-print fabric was used as a runner and additional whimsical pinwheels were used to line the ceremony aisle. This paper flowers were such a hit that Jesi … read more
Ahh, anemone flowers… I can’t help but swoon. Anemones, also known as wind flowers, are simply stunning for your bridal bouquet, floral centerpiece, or groom’s boutonniere. There are over 100 different Anemone types, but my absolute favorite by far is…
The White French Anemone! How aptly named? Don’t these flowers just ooze Parisian Chic fabulousness?
Deliciously sophisticated, featuring white petals and a black-button center, this bloom is enough to make any girl fall in love. I love the white French anemone for a posh vintage-chic downtown … read more
Photo: Courtesy of Laura Novak Photography
I was at a friend’s wedding in San Francisco last month and as the evening began to wind down, the couple’s DJ and a handful of bridesmaids urged guests to take the reception centerpieces home. Many were scooped up but inevitably, a few stragglers were left on tables and presumably thrown away. TableArt, a floral and event design studio located near Philadelphia, has created a centerpiece recycling program to remedy situations just like … read more
For the past few years Mad Men’s cool retro style has inspired not only fashion, but home accessories and weddings.
If you’re going for a retro-feel wedding, you won’t want to forget the flowers! In honor of the show’s season premiere, we present these ideas for your retro-inspired wedding flowers.
For a truly authentic feel, you’ll want a cascade bouquet like the ones pictured below. This is the sort of bouquet that most brides of the era carried. White is more authentic, but red or another bright color gives … read more
Courtesy of Kate’s Paperie
If you and your bridal party are artsy, DIY types, Kate’s Paperie now offers the perfect opportunity for an alternative bridal shower or bachelorette party. The store’s handmade flower line ($15–$200) has become so popular that Kate’s now offers in-store lessons where staffers show classes exactly how to craft chains of the lovely faux flowers. It might be too much of an undertaking for your wedding, but the flower chains would look stunning draped over the dessert … read more
