June Blooms

The flowers are in bloom and so are the brides. Elaborate, fragrant floral arrangements are always popular during summer months and often brides can become overwhelmed with all the options. Here are some tips to keep you focused when deciding on flower arrangements.

(Disclaimer: I am not a trained florist and the following advice is based solely on personal opinion and experiences. For professional advice check out our list of preferred local florists at www.portgamble.com/weddings)

Like with every other aspect of your wedding, keep theme in mind. For a more laid back wedding focus on simple arrangements that are multi-tonal. Flowers like Gerber daisies, anemones, sunflowers and daffodils are great for laid back summer weddings. Mixing and matching them adds the fun, whimsical feel of being in a field of wild flowers.

If you are planning a more extravagant evening affair use larger arrangements with less variation in colors. Elaborate centerpieces with roses, lilies or ranunculus in varying shades of one color add a more dramatic quality. Adding pieces like baby’s breath, Queen Anne’s lace or bare tree branches can be beautiful without detracting.

{Courtesy of Kip Beelman Photography}

{Courtesy of Jenny GG Photography}

Another thing to consider is whether or not you want scented flowers and how the scents will blend if you are having multiple types of flowers. Be careful when choosing things like lavender, it smells incredible but can become too much in large amounts or for extended periods of time.

Budget friendly tip: Consider potted plant centerpieces. Floral centerpieces are often extremely pricey and once the night is through I’ve seen far too many bridesmaids and MOB’s frantically trying to send them home with guests. Realistically these beautiful centerpieces will either get forgotten in the backseat of someone’s car or thrown out in a few days when it goes bad. Potted centerpieces can be saved for the bride to start her own flower garden or can be used in the homes of family and guests. Not only is this more economical but it can also serve as a beautiful reminder of your wedding day.

Check back next week for nonfloral centerpiece ideas!

Happy Planning!