Flowers
Blooming Orchids!
Orchids in all their finest are a glorious way to add colour, texture and interest to your bridal bouquet. From Cymbidums with their large waxy petals, to pure-white Phalaenopsis these indeed are the perfect bloom to take centre stage. Think of any colour and you can find it in an Orchid, from Vivid Green, Yellow [...]
Full StoryBlooming Hydrangeas!
Did you know that the color of a Hydrangea bloom is determined by the pH reading of the soil in which it is growing? From pale Blue to Green, Purple and even Red you’ll never really know what tone your in-for until they actually bloom. Luckily for us Brides, we can determine our favourite colour [...]
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Ah Peonies… If there was ever a flower created with utter perfection; this was it… The roundest in shape, with large fluffy, sheltering petals in the softest, most feminine colours, no wonder Peonies are one of the most popular Wedding flowers around. Used in large free-form bouquets or tightly bunched amongst neighbouring blooms in a [...]
Full StoryGreen & Blooming August!
It’s Flower month on One White Dress… For everyone who’s been asking for ideas, inspiration plus a few tips and tricks, Roberta from Green & Bloom has teamed up with us to bring you anything and everything you need to know about Wedding Flowers! To get started she’s answering a few of the most commonly [...]
Full StoryPerfection in White
I am lucky enough to grow my own Roses, in large square pots, on my back deck. Beautiful David Austin blooms and one in particular, flowers almost all year round. With it’s fluffy petals and full-bodied figure, it doesn’t even phase me that it has no colour. Perfect porcelain White in fact makes it a [...]
Full StoryThe Beauty of Bulbs
Are you having a Spring Wedding? Then why not incorporate the beauty of in-season bulbs in your Wedding decor. With their vivid colours and happy, sunny disposition, they’re a perfect way to embrace the season. From Tulips to Daffodils, Ranunculus to Hyacinths, Iris to Jonquils each Bulb variety brings with it the essence of springtime. [...]
Full StoryBeautiful Brooch Bouquets
Despite being constantly surrounded by Wedding related products, images and ideas, it isn’t often that I see something that I totally and utterly LOVE. Something so unique and creative, combining stylish contemporary ideas with traditional charm and heirloom elegance. This is one of those times… These creations from by Amanda at Fantasy Floral Designs are [...]
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So I might be a little bias but Orange really is one of my favourite colours right now, and what better way to incorporate this dynamic tone into your wedding, than in your bouquet? It’s perfect for a formal affair to add a splash of vibrancy and also well suited for a casual, relaxed Wedding [...]
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Glorious Sunshine Yellow… Butter, Canary or Gold, whatever you chose to call it, it’s an ideal colour for any summer wedding. Teamed with lashings of white or matched with a coordinating tone, Yellow can be as subtle or dramatic as you like. And what better way to showcase your numero-uno colour, than with flowers? Flowers [...]
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Fluffy balls of Florally goodness, that is… Pomanders are making a comeback! Popular in past decades these round, landscaped floral arrangements can be seen everywhere in weddings today. From trimming the aisle, to decorating guests chairs at the reception, even as a unique variation to the traditional bridesmaid posy, Pomanders can be a creative and cost [...]
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