HOT TOPIC Local experts reveal all FLOWER SHOW FLORALS Can we achieve fabulous floral arrangements for our wedding by doing them ourselves? Meet the expert: Ana Firth is the founder of Oxfordshire-based wedding florist YouFloria who recently launched a 2024 wedding range offering couples a unique floral experience through its Do It Yourself (DIY) approach. Ana says: We have crafted an exclusive service that offers couples the opportunity to create cost-effective wedding flowers. Supported by expert video tutorials that guide them through every stage with ease, this meaningful approach is fun, personal, and a great opportunity to get creative before the big day. Having soft-launched the brand last year, I have coupled introducing YouFloria’s 2024 range with extending my expertise to new workshops, offering both DIY sessions and in-house experiences at my studio in Oxfordshire. The first step in the DIY process is for couples to pick from one of the brand’s floral colour palettes before a selection of seasonal blooms is assembled according to their budget and design preferences. YouFloria will then supply and deliver the high-quality flowers to the customer’s doorstep, scheduled in time for their big day. All that’s then left to do is gather some helping hands — presenting a perfect memorable activity for family and friends. Couples will also be provided with easy-to-follow PDF and video tutorials talking them through each step. The 2024 range includes a broad collection of traditional and striking flower variations, with plenty of options designed to elevate venue decor and add a touch of personal flair. Floristry is such a memorable component of any wedding, but what makes it even more memorable is if you can do it yourself. It’s this simple concept that has motivated me to build the YouFloria brand and I couldn’t be more excited to launch our 2024 range. We have collated some of the best-quality floral combinations, as well as created simple and digestible guides to turn every couple into expert florists in no time! When couples look back through their wedding photos, they will be able to see how their very own floral masterpieces made their perfect day sparkle that little bit more — and that’s what YouFloria is all about. You don’t need to be an expert; you just need a vision of your perfect wedding, and we will support you through the rest. Understanding that the cost of weddings quickly adds up, YouFloria offers a solution to help couples save money without compromising on quality or beauty. Whether it’s breathtaking bridal bouquets or show-stopping floral arches, my expert guidance will help make floral arrangements with meaning beyond just aesthetics. www.youfloria.co.uk www.instagram.com/youfloria_ltd www.facebook.com/youFloria PERSONALISE YOUR DAY, YOUR WAY How can we create a personalised ceremony? Meet the expert: Alison Carter founded Springwood Ceremonies in 2018 which focuses on the details that matter – the ones that tell a couple’s story so they can create a day they’ll remember forever. Alison says: A wedding ceremony lends itself to personalization on a whole new level. With a celebrant-led ceremony, couples have the freedom to express themselves and their personalities. First of all, think about how you’d like your ceremony to feel. When that’s agreed, it sets the tone for all the other elements. Be creative with the location and remember you’ll need to legally get married separately. You don’t have to stick with the traditional ceremony space layout – why not consider a circular space with you both in the centre? Think of a way to bring your guests together with a group song or a pledge. Choose or write a reading that says everything you wish to declare to each other. Finally, involve talented friends to create something unique for you both, from a custom cake design to a piece of art. These ideas can create a ceremony that’s as individual as you are. http://springwoodceremonies.co.uk www.facebook.com/springwoodceremoniesuk 65 EXPERT ADVICE
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