Your Sussex Wedding - Feb/Mar 2019 (Issue 77)

70 Summer “Long and leggy flowers accentuate the natural meadow feel so many brides are looking for.” – Kelly “Some flowers won’t look their best if used out of water in hot weather. Talk to your florist to ensure more robust flowers are used for this type of display or use correct mechanics to keep them fresh.” – Annabel “Adding flowering herbs such as rosemary and mint to bouquets will add a wonderful texture and sensory experience.” – Samantha FLOWERS OF THE SEASON… Astilbe | Astrantia | Campanula | Cornflower | Cosmos | Dahlia | Delphinium | Lavender | Nigella | Peony | Rose | Scabious | Stock | Zinnia “One of the biggest trends for summer 2019 is romantic luxury, using lots of large tumbling flower displays.” – Annabel budsthatbloom.co.uk budsthatbloom.co.uk budsthatbloom.co.uk budsthatbloom.co.uk notyouraverageido.com/flowers chirpee.net butterfliesandbows.co.uk tasteofharmony.co.uk notyouraverageido.com/flowers brownluke.com, samanthakarlssonflowers.co.uk “We’ll be seeing explosions of colour this year, as brides are choosing bright palettes to celebrate their summer weddings.” – Steph “If you want the best seasonal and most cost-effective flowers, choose gorgeous British locally grown.” – Steph “Flower crowns are a huge trend set to continue into this year. Also, bring the summer inside with colourful fresh flower arches and stunning flower chandeliers.” – Steph “Use beautiful, big, blousy summer blooms such as peonies mixed with roses and delicate freesias to add fragrance.” – Annabel