SPRING HAS SPRUNG Holly Rumbold from Hatch House (www.hatch-house.co.uk) says: Spring is a wonderful time of the year with buds on the trees and spring flowers out. Make the most of this using yellows, soft whites and greens in your floral scheme, carrying it through from ceremony to your reception decorations too. Think about fresh new foliage, it looks stunning either in small arrangements or trailing along the centre of long tables. I’d always suggest hints of Easter, after all, subtlety is more elegant, and flowers are the best way of evoking this time of year. It’s easy to use seasonally available flora as there’s so much choice. Eastertime can be unpredictable weather wise as it depends on when it falls so, be mindful of the day potentially being a little chilly. However, the weather shouldn’t spoil your plans, spring is the season of renewal, so it’s a very special time to be getting married. www.hatch-house.co.uk A TASTE OF THE SEASON Louise Cannon from Louise Cannon Cakes (www.louisecannoncakes.co.uk) says: The easiest way to work a springtime vibe into your cake is to use seasonal florals. Because Easter moves around the calendar, the flowers popping up are always different. If it falls in March consider bright daffodils and narcissi, bold tulips, lilies, or delicate hellebores. If it’s in April, like this year, you could have pretty bluebells, clematis, crocuses or irises. Most varieties of these are sadly poisonous so not safe to be near food. But you can use artificial flowers or have them handmade in sugar like the hellebores pictured, so they match your other floral displays without putting you and your guests at risk. It’s also the perfect time for fresh flavours, so a super zingy lemon cake will match the spring sunshine, while a classic vanilla with buttercream and strawberry conserve hints at warmer days to come. Or why not try something different? The white velvet with raspberry flavour I have developed offers an amazing hit of fruit alongside a super moist light sponge that’s extremely moreish and will have your guests fighting over the last few pieces. CAPTURE THE MEMORIES Craig Cheber from Booth Nineteen (https://booth19.co.uk) says: Easter weddings are a wonderful opportunity to embrace the beauty of spring. Here are some ways to capture the season’s charm. Opt for a vintage photo booth experience. Our handcrafted wooden vintage-style photo booths provide a fun and stylish addition to any wedding, blending seamlessly with elegant decor. A floral or pastel backdrop enhances the seasonal theme beautifully. Incorporate seasonal blooms such as tulips, peonies and daffodils into bouquets, table arrangements and floral backdrops. Hanging floral installations can also add a breathtaking touch. Make a feature of the outdoors and your venue’s gardens. If the weather allows, embrace al fresco elements with a marquee, floral aisle runners and garden-style seating. Spring-inspired cocktails and seasonal canapés will delight your guests. Finally, think about your personal touches such as Easter-inspired wedding favour options including mini chocolate eggs, floral-scented candles or personalised seed packets for guests to plant at home. 49 EXPERT ADVICE
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