An Essex Wedding - Jan/Feb 2020 (Issue 90)

INSPIRED BY NATURE Nature: noun the phenomena of the natural world collectively “This calls for eco-friendly options. Use locally sourced flowers to save on your carbon footprint. You can also look for potted plants, herbs and greenery to cluster together with props for a statement piece. These can double up as gifts to save on wastage.” – Stephanie York, Monet Events “Dress your tables with glass candlesticks and non-toxic candles entwined in a foliage runner and plants. You can add coloured glassware and organic linen such as burlap.” – Stephanie York, Monet Events “Going foam-free is big news in the modern floral industry as foam doesn’t break down. Where possible, I use willow and other natural resources to create frames to weave flowers through.” – Victoria Makepeace, Simply Stunning Flowers “One of our most popular themes is woodland-inspired. Greenery and foliage is a key element. Ask if your friends and family have any wild evergreens such as conifers that need a trim. They’re robust, easy to style, stay fresh and give a lovely aroma. Mix other greenery to add depth and tones.” – Hayley Clements, Starry Eyed Weddings elfoccasions.co.uk | photographerliamgillan.com fairytale-finishes.co.uk monetevents.co.uk | hayleyjaynesphotography.com monetevents.co.uk | hayleyjaynesphotography.com monetevents.co.uk | hayleyjaynesphotography.com starryeyedweddings.co.uk | lovethatsmilephotography.com starryeyedweddings.co.uk | lovethatsmilephotography.com starryeyedweddings.co.uk | thelovefactory.love “Keep the dressing simple with log slices, jam jars, jugs of flowers and foliage. Candles will be big again for 2020 and give a rustic vibe.” – Debbie Davenport, White Lace Events “Speak with a local farmer to see if you can borrow haybales as seating for your ceremony or reception covered in blankets. Ask if they can be collected the following day too in order to be reused.” – Stephanie York, Monet Events 74