Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding - Page number 69 - October/November 2021 (Issue 85)

HOT TOPIC Stellar wedmin advice from those in the know SEASONAL STYLE We’re tying the knot in October and want to celebrate the season in our venue styling. What advice can you offer us? One option is to incorporate autumnal tones into your colour palette. Burnt orange, terracotta and rust tones are on trend at the moment and are perfect for an October celebration. Consider pops of these rich, warm hues (perhaps in a table runner, stationery or in the flowers) set against a neutral base. Deep burgundy and dusky pink can also add depth and drama, giving a beautifully rich seasonal feel. If you’re not into bold colours, why not consider a gentler scheme of warm neutrals with accents of peach and wheat tones. Touches of gold also work well for an edge of luxury and sparkle. Textures are also a great way of evoking the season. Dried flowers and grasses continue to be extremely popular and there’s a wide range of colours and shapes available from fluffy bunny tails to dramatic pampas stems. Why not incorporate some into your table design in bud vases, or add them to place settings or chair décor. Pinecones, dried fruit slices or even ornamental gourds and pumpkins are also fab elements to bring to a tablescape. Finally of course, candlelight! Make the most of those darker evenings with plenty of flickering candles to create a warm, inviting atmosphere. Holly Allman-Lopez | Ambience Venue Styling Bath www.ambiencevenuestyling.com https://sophiemort.com BLOOMIN’ LOVELY We’re getting married in the autumn and want flowers to wow our guests. What’s available at this time of year and how can we show them off? Autumn weddings offer a great opportunity to bring together all those gorgeous, deep seasonal tones and add a luxurious look to your big day. Make the most of foliage such as eucalyptus and oak leaves mixed with hypericum berries, peach or dusky pink roses and deep red tones. These can be lightened with delicate freesia or wax flowers, which provide a beautiful scent to your bouquet with a down-to-earth, natural look. Dried varieties too are the perfect seasonal choice and can be added to most designs, before becoming a treasured keepsake for years to come. With the evenings drawing in at this time of year, I like to recommend table centres that include candles or tea lights to bring an extra glow and romance. It’s always best to check with the venue though that naked flames are allowed. You’re likely to be spending most of your time inside, so it’s worth asking your florist for advice on your specific venue. Flower archways, garlands and chandeliers can really wow your guests on chillier evenings. Jenny Hopkin | Clifton Flowers https://cliftonflowers.co.uk EXPERT ADVICE 69