Your East Anglian Wedding - April/May 2021 (Issue 48)

GOING GREEN We’re still not sure what time of year we’ll be getting married so it’s hard to picture the décor and special features. We know we want our day to be as eco-friendly as possible and big on wow factor – any suggestions? Sue says: During these testing times I’ve been doing a lot of reflection and have been reminded of the importance of eco-credentials and the sustainability of the things we surround ourselves with, both in our everyday lives and all the important milestones in life such as weddings. Our range of posh plants is ideal for decorating all kinds of venues from castles and halls to marquees and barns! With beautiful real bay trees, spirals and olive trees, as well as faux blossom trees available to hire, it’s an eco-friendly way of transforming a space without breaking the bank and with only a tiny carbon footprint. The trees adorn the venue and are then brought back to the nursery to live on until the next wedding! The deep green of the bay trees and the blue-grey of the olives provide a timeless elegance whatever the season and transcend fashion and trends by offering the beauty of nature. Sue Huckle | Owner | www.poshplants.com BLOOMING HOT What are the key trends and colours for wedding flowers this year? Alison reports: ❤ The floral trend colour for 2021 is Scorched Earth with vibrant golden and yellow tones. Adding a splash of orange, crimson, earthy or grey shades, will all help to emphasise this latest palette. ❤ Dyed flowers were trending last year and are set to become even more popular. Demand for certain colours allows designers to experiment with tints and tones combining different floral textures allowing for a blend of dried and fresh material. ❤ Dahlias have been making a comeback and are set to be a favourite this year. They offer long seasonal availability and a large range of big and blousy blooms in assorted colours. ❤ Scented flowers that bring back childhood memories are another great pick with brides expected to opt for scented blooms such as sweet peas and lily of the valley. ❤ Following the recent TV series The Crown , cascading bouquets are returning to the spotlight. While Princess Diana’s bouquet included trailing ivy and stephanotis, varieties such as clematis and trailing foliage plants will be coming to the fore as we move through 2021. ❤ A growing shift towards more sustainable and eco- friendly flowers will see brides sourcing locally grown blooms and opting for designs that can be re-used after the ceremony to decorate the reception space. ❤ After a year of hibernation wedding flowers are set to explode in 2021. Expect to see lavish decorations to frame the aisle, suspended installations and floral sculptures to decorate wedding venues. Alison Mortlock | Floral designer www.albertroseflowers.co.uk EXPERT ADVICE 83