An Essex Wedding - Page number 49 - July/August 2021 (Issue 99)

BY ARRANGEMENT Floral inspiration for every aspect of your wedding day Bouquets and b u ttonholes  “We have loved working with customers who are having smaller weddings, with bouquets and buttonholes becoming more suitable for the size of the celebration. Colour-wise, we’re seeing soft summery hues such as greens and peaches becoming popular.” ‒ Christine Wilkins, Christine’s of Hockley “I have seen a change in colour choices recently, with many couples thinking the brighter, the better! This provides a wow factor in the photographs, and really brings joy to a wedding with fewer guests.” – Victoria Makepeace, Simply Stunning Flowers “I recently worked on two micro- weddings in one weekend. Although a similar size, the couples chose completely different looks. The first used dried flowers, which is something I haven’t worked with for a while but is becoming more popular this year. The second wedding went all out with her bouquet: a huge dome of David Austin roses, lavender spray roses and ivory hydrangea – wow, what a scent!” – Michelle Broom, Occasions & Celebrations https://occasionsweddingflowers.co.uk “Couples tend to be going two ways at the moment: super-glam with lots of detail or a classic, understated feel. Colour trends that work with these styles are champagne or white with green accents or ivory blooms with a hint of blush pink.” – Julia Hopgood, W Flowers A fter weddings were put on hold for so long, we couldn’t help but wonder how flower trends might have altered during this strange time. Will bouquets, backdrops and arrangements have become more pared back and intimate in style? Or will couples want to make the most of finally being able to tie the knot with grand floral displays? We’ve pulled together some incredible ideas from our local experts to help inspire you. The sunflower has been named Flower of The Year for 2021 – and we can see why! These joyous, vibrant blooms are exactly the tonic we need right now. Incorporate them into your bouquet and buttonholes to bring a little sunshine. https://wflowers.co.uk https://occasionsweddingflowers.co.uk www.christineathaynesbouquet.co.uk FLOWERS 49