Your Devon and Cornwall Wedding - Page number 60 - September/October 2021 (Issue 33)

LET’S CONNECT: 07776 184 652, www.simonnickelldesign.com www.facebook.com/simonnickelldesign www.instagram.com/simonnickelldesign Simon tells us , “The demand for more sustainable and ethically sourced flowers is having a big impact on how couples design their wedding blooms. Hashtags such as #grownnotflown #nofloralfoam and #seasonalflowers are just a few of many on social media platforms highlighting the trend towards a more sustainable approach in wedding floristry. This is helping couples make informed choices about the beauty of seasonally available and locally grown varieties for their celebrations.” Simon continues, “Herbaceous, garden-style arrangements are hugely popular, but that doesn’t mean you have to limit yourself to only having cut flowers. Flowering plants and fragrant herbs make beautiful centrepieces which can then be gifted to friends and family after the wedding. If you have set your heart on fresh flowers then try to be as seasonal as possible. Work with what’s available when you’re getting married, and trust your florist to create something which truly celebrates that.” Simon agrees with florist Marina Law, adding, “If being as environmentally friendly as possible is important to you, then consider going foam-free. Traditional floral foam, which is used in many arrangements, is single-use plastic. It’s also expensive, messy to work with, and heavy when wet, so ask your florist if they can create something without it - they’ll probably be only too delighted! Simon Nickell Design Wedding & Event Flowers is based in Cornwall offering exceptional bespoke, luxury wedding and event flowers throughout Devon, Cornwall, London and the South West. Holly Briers and Gary Dart own Floral Art Devon, a specialist wedding and events floral designer based in Torquay with more than 25 years of experience creating arrangements using the highest quality fresh flowers. Images of Floral Art Devon courtesy of www.heikemoellers.com Holly and Gary tell us , “We work continuously on evolving our floral business to be more environmentally friendly by recycling and reusing as many products as possible. We always recommend to our couples to pick seasonal blooms when deciding on their big-day flowers. We’re always looking for, and trying out, new products that are natural-based, biodegradable and eco-friendly. We feel this is important to our couples and our business to be kinder to our planet.” LET’S CONNECT: www.floralartdevon.co.uk www.facebook.com/floralartdevon www.instagram.com/floralartdevon 60