Your Yorkshire Wedding - Jan/Feb 2020 (Issue 40)

FLORAL FANCY We’re getting married on Valentine’s Day. What flowers would work well but are a little different to the classic red rose? You have more choice than you might imagine at this time of year. Although February is classed as the last official month of winter, there are still seasonal flowers available and they needn’t cost you more – even with the extra demand around Valentine’s Day. Opt for garden flowers including narcissi, wonderfully scented freesias and hyacinths. There are also gorgeous tulips (look out for the parrot varieties in unusual colours), muscari and snowdrops. All of these would look great potted up as centrepieces, or displayed in teapots, cups or glass storm lanterns on a bed of moss. Succulents are a great addition to table décor and work brilliantly for buttonholes too. Blousy ranunculi, beautiful anemones and lisianthus are available in a lovely selection of shades. Chrysanthemums bring depth and colour to an arrangement, while wax flowers are great for filling space and adding texture. The Romans created a pagan celebration at the beginning lloydclarke.photography THE MAGIC TOUCH What kind of entertainment works well to fill the gap between our ceremony and meal? I may be biased, but I believe a close-up magician is perfect for bridging the period between the vows and the wedding breakfast. A great magician will interact with groups of people while providing humour and a sense of wonder. It’s ideal for breaking the ice and getting your guests to socialise, especially if they’ve never met before – and all ages will love it. A true professional won’t be showing off, but they’ll create a special moment for your loved ones and keep them entertained. Just like a musician, if you pick an expert with years of experience, it’ll set your day apart. From a practical point of view, they don’t need a stage area and can quietly mingle with your friends and family to fill any lulls in the day. Alan McIntyre | Wee Magic Al weemagical.co.uk of February dedicated to the forest and nature, so why not go for impact with lots of mixed foliage for texture, herbs for scent and a host of florals, seed heads and feathers? With a good brief, your florist can choose seasonal varieties and get you the most for your money. Kathrine Armstrong-Bisson | Fleur Adamo Floral Designs fleuradamo.co.uk lloydclarke.photography 92