Your Cheshire & Merseyside Wedding - Mar/Apr 2020 (Issue 50)

54  This palette of pale pink, dusky blue and lilac used by Rachel at La Beau Fleurs (labeaufleurs.co.uk) complemented the bridemaids’ dresses beautifully.  Creating this beautiful bouquet was a labour of love for Gemma of Booker Flowers and Gifts (bookerflowersandgifts.co.uk) . “The pastel colours mixed with papery delicate wild flowers go so well together,” she says.  What better way to reflect romance than with soft pinks and white? You could also consider incorporating flowers that have a special meaning to you both, and make sure love is truly in the air with highly scented varieties such as roses, sweet peas and freesias. Peonies are an all time favourite with brides. Thanks to their soft romantic petals and subtle hue. These fabulous flowers are said to bring good luck and prosperity to newlyweds, so it’s no wonder they’re so popular. But take note, they have a very short season, from April through June. So, you may want to have a back-up plan in case they’re not available – English garden roses are a great alternative. tanyadaviesphotography.com for labeaufleurs.co.uk Pale and interesting blueskyjunction.co.uk  The soft florals and greenery used in this bouquet give it an antique charm and character. “The use of pastel-hued roses and varied eucalyptus adds depth to the design,” says Susan Simcock of Florist by Nature (floristbynature.co.uk) , it’s creator. “The foliage gives variances of green and grey in order to keep the look simple and elegant, with an organic feel,” she adds. sarahhortonphotography.co.uk stevefanstone.com