2013 Wedding Trends 2

Want to know what others think are the key looks for 2013?
Click this link for a further insight into this year's wedding trends:-

http://stylefile.julesb.co.uk/2013/02/01/wedding-trends-2013/?utm source=Jul

We've certainly noticed many of our brides are choosing lace gowns.  We love it and it can be seen in many styles whether glamorous, vintage, chic or casual.

If your dress is entirely lace be careful that your choice of flowers doesn't include too many different types of flowers and fussy textures as these will compete with your dress. However, do choose one or two delicate forms or textures such as lily of the valley in an elegant bouquet or dill for a more relaxed style, as they will complement the lace.

Nice day for a white wedding....

White is the most timeless and classic colour for wedding flowers and can look stunning whatever your style or theme.

Contemporary chic

Phalaenopsis orchids are effortlessly chic and stylish.  They look fabulous used on their own in bouquets and tall table centres.  Alternatively, mix them with other choice flowers such as Hydrangeas or Roses for a stylish display.
 

Classic Elegance 

 

Roses, Lily of the Valley, Stephanotis, Bouvardia are perfect for timeless elegant designs and their unforgettable perfume will be a lasting reminder of your special day.

Country Casual



Choose seasonal flowers such as Ranunculus, Freesia, Hyacinths, Tulips, Lilac, Anemones and apple blossom in Spring. Or in summer, garden flowers including Paeonies, sweetpeas, stocks and larkspur complemented with herbs can be used for a natural and informal look.

Remember:

• very few flowers are pure white so there is no need to worry that they won't go with your ivory dress
• concerned that a white bouquet won't show against your dress?  No need to be, the different shapes and textures of the flowers will be in contrast to your dress.
• all white bouquets and arrangements need to be of all one type of flower for sheer impact, or mixed flowers with lots of variety in form and texture to give interest.
• in church where the flowers may only be seen from a distance, or if the light is subdued, white flowers will be seen more clearly than any other colour.

 

 

New Year wedding promotion

It's not too late to take advantage of our New Year wedding promotion.*  Book a no-obligation wedding consultation at our studio to discuss your wedding flowers and browse our portfolios.

Come with your own ideas or let us help and guide you according to your style, theme and budget.  Following your consultation we will prepare a fully itemised quotation for you within a few days.

If you confirm your booking by 28th February we will take just a £50.00 (non-refundable) deposit from you, but will credit your account with £100.00.  So, when you pay the balance a month before your wedding we will deduct £100.00 from your invoice and not just the £50.00 you have paid.

*Subject to a spend of £500.00 and over.

Seven ways to make the most of your flower budget

Be flexible
Choose your 'must have' flowers and make sure these are included in the most important bouquets and arrangements.  Then trust your florist to source seasonal or abundant flowers to complement your choice and make your budget go further.

Double up
Take some of your church displays to re-use for your reception.  Pedestal arrangements placed at the entrance will welcome your guests or can be used to frame the top table.  Pew ends can be used on chair backs, to decorate a staircase or hung from wall lights.  Or, if your ceremony and wedding breakfast are at the same venue decorate the ceremony room with some of your arrangements, and then have them moved onto the tables for the wedding breakfast.

Accessorise
Use mirror plates to increase the impact of simple table decorations.  Add votives and fresh flower petals which will reflect in the glass to give an eye catching display.

Go large
Large flowers such as Amaryllis and Hydrangeas cost more but you need less of them.  They also give lots of impact in any situation.

Less is more
Fewer large displays are more effective than lots of small ones.  Look at your church/venue carefully and concentrate the flowers where they will be most visible.

Trust your florist
If you have a limited budget let your florist know.  They will use their expertise and experience to help you get the most from your budget without compromising on quality.

Re-use
If you are hiring containers or vases make sure the flowers can be lifted out of them afterwards so that you can give them to friends and family to take home and enjoy.

Wedding Fairs 2013

We love wedding fairs!  They give us the opportunity for you to see what we can do and hopefully inspire and inform you with new designs and trends.  We love meeting you to discuss your thoughts and ideas, and suggesting our own.  If you like what you see book an appointment to discuss your flowers in detail and we will prepare a fully itemised quotation for you.

So far this year we will be at the following:

Coniston Hotel, Coniston Cold,  Skipton        Sunday17th February
Oulton Hall Hotel, Oulton, Leeds                   Sunday 3rd March
Coniston Hotel                                             Sunday 22nd September
Oulton Hall Hotel                                          Sunday 20th October

In addition, we provide table flowers for Open Days at the above hotels.  Look out for details of the dates of these and go along to see how the venues look when set up for a wedding.

Christmas wreaths and arrangements

All our door wreaths and table arrangements are made using a wide selection of winter foliages, berries and fruits. Below are some of our most popular designs. We also make wreaths to your own choice of content. Hurry though, this coming weekend will be very busy and we need your order as soon as possible!


Woodland

A contemporary take on our classic woodland themed wreaths. Swirls of dogwood are overlaid with Ilex berries, cinnamon bundles, dried apple slices and strictum cones. The approximate diameter is 12" and the price is £20.00.


Nordic Winter

Along with scented blue spruce and holly this door wreath features silvery grey cones, dried aple slices and Ilex berries. Available in standard at £22.50 and large at £30.00.


Table arrangement

Filled with sumptuous rich red Naomi roses and glossy green foliages along with mini apples and dried apple slices, this contemporary arrangement would make an ideal table centre or gift. An alternative is to include vibrant green orchids instead of the roses. From £25.00


Woodland

An abundance of cones, mini apples and Ilex berries nestle amongst fragrant blue spruce in this large door wreath. £30.00


Winter Wonderland

A classic table centre with frosty looking flowers and foliages, shimmer candle and blue spruce. Available as shown or with the addition of large creamy white roses. From £25.00


Winter Wonderland

This large heart is filled with winter foliages and cones in cool blues, greys and white, finished with silver snowflakes. Also available in 'Woodland' in rich reds and greens. Large white or red roses can be added for a luxurious alternative door decoration. From £37.50


Woodland

We love the boiled wool bow on this door wreath. It complements the colours and textures of the Christmas greens and cones perfectly. £25.00 and £30.00

Christmas is coming

 

Our last lovely bride of 2012 got married on Saturday, so now we turn all our attention to the Christmas season.

During December we will be selling our totally hand-crafted door wreathes, at The Yorkshire Dales Christmas Tree site on Leeds Road in Ilkley.

This year's products follow the main themes of Winter Wonderland, Christmas Spice, Nordic Winter and Woodland.  Our designs feature an abundance of berries, fruits, cones, spices and winter foliages that will last right through the festive season. Pictures and more details will regularly be added to our blog - keep checking us out.

Our wreathes will be on display/sale from 1st to 23rd December.  As well as being able to order from our themed collections we will have many one-off designs on sale.  You can order by phone on 07930 404751 or give us a call to discuss your specific requirements.

We look forward to hearing from you soon!