Flowers and Décor

Flowers for the Bride & Groom

5 July 2007 - Category: Flowers and Décor.

Focal Flowers: The Bouquet and Boutonniere Between the inventiveness of the floral industry and the abundance of the floral kingdom, there are almost as many styles of bridal bouquet as there are brides to carry them. Generally speaking, the bride’s bouquet determines all other flower choices, so don’t take this consideration lightly. You’ll cherish your [...]

Attendant & Family Flowers

5 July 2007 - Category: Flowers and Décor.

Pretty Maids All in a Row When you hit your wedding-planning stride, you may be tempted to start strewing blooms all over your wedding party–after all, flowers are so romantic. Before you order a single bud, though, there are a few crucial decisions to be made. The source of the look. The bouquet carried by [...]

Reception Flowers

5 July 2007 - Category: Flowers and Décor.

Exceptional Reception Flowers By the time you reach the reception on your wedding day, youll be a freshly minted newlywed. What better way to celebrate than amid gorgeous flowers? To give your flowers the most power, youll want to take several things into consideration: Your site: This is elementary, my dear couple, since a June [...]

Ceremony Flowers

5 July 2007 - Category: Flowers and Décor.

The Aisle, the Altar, and the Alternatives Fancying flowers for the ceremony? Think: location, location, location. We hate to put your personal style on the back burner for a moment, but the primary consideration here is the ceremony site. Many chapels and temples, for example, neither need nor allow extra adornment, while others are open [...]

Choosing the Flowers for Your Wedding

5 July 2007 - Category: Flowers and Décor.

The Nuts and Bolts of Flowers Flowers are so delicious that you might want to fling yourself headlong into the nearest florist’s fridge as soon as you start thinking about your wedding. Before you become completely intoxicated, though, you’ll need to lay some groundwork. Start your flower decision by picking a ceremony and reception site, [...]

How to Save Money on Flowers

5 July 2007 - Category: Flowers and Décor, Wedding How to.

More Flowers for Less Money If you’re like most couples planning a wedding, you’re probably torn between your desire for lush, lovely flowers and your need to distribute the budget carefully. Never fear–a few smart strategies can help you get the most out of your blooms without going into the red in the process. Buy [...]

How to Toss a Bouquet

5 July 2007 - Category: Flowers and Décor, Wedding How to.

Heads Up for the Bouquet and Garter Believed to have their roots in 14th-century Europe when guests literally chased the newlyweds to their bridal chamber, the garter toss and the bouquet toss are two of the most recognizable reception traditions. Nowadays, custom dictates that the man who nabs the garter and the woman who catches [...]

How to Be Your Own Florist

5 July 2007 - Category: Flowers and Décor, Wedding How to.

Flowers by Moi: Do-It-Yourself Tips If youre planning the wedding on a limited budget–or you simply love getting your hands dirty–consider doing the flowers yourself. With fresh flowers plucked from your garden, bought at the local farmers’ market, or ordered direct from a grower, you can create bouquets, centerpieces, and ceremony accents for a fraction [...]

Match the Décor to Your Style

5 July 2007 - Category: Flowers and Décor, Wedding Style.

Setting Synergy Your wedding setting isnt just a place to comfortably seat your guests while you say your I dos–it sets the tone for the entire day and the memories to come. The décor you choose should bring all aspects of your wedding into a unified, personal statement. Even for the most casual wedding, youll [...]

How to Hire a Florist

5 July 2007 - Category: Flowers and Décor, Wedding How to.

Flower Power Player Compatibility with your florist isn’t on par with compatibility with your mate, but it’s pretty darn close. Be sure to shop around with two or three vendors for the best possible fit, ask a lot of questions, and trust your gut. Oh, and remember your budget. It’s at the root of your [...]



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