Flower Tip! White Anemone and Ranunculus

The white rose is a very common wedding flower. It is a global symbol for romance and passion. Many brides choose to hold a bouquet of white roses at their weddings, but some what to try something different. For the bride who wants an alternative to the rose, I recommend anemone or ranunculus. Both flowers, a part of the Ranunculaceae family, are different from the rose and create beautiful bouquets, centerpieces and decor.

Anemone

Said to be the creation of the Goddess Venus, the anemone has a sweeter feel than the rose. Perfect for an outdoor wedding, the anemone has a signature look of two colors. The middle of the flower is of a darker hue. 

Available Fall to Late Spring

Ranunculus

The Tecolote Ranunculus, the most commonly used species, can be mistaken for a rose, but its abundant petals create a more lush look similar to ruffles.

Available Spring to Early Summer

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Decor Ideas: Flower Walls

Flower walls are a creative decor choice that provide the perfect background for any picture. The wall may be made of paper flowers or real ones, equally beautiful, and equally unique, a wall of flowers can either be posh or ethereal, perfectly complimenting the feel of your special day. Paper flowers are less expensive than real flowers, but a great option that paper flowers have over real flowers is the opportunity to use colored lighting to transform the wall and focus on its beauty.

Don't only use the wall for one part of the day! Get the most out of the wall and re-purpose the wall for your reception as well as your ceremony. Place it against a wall  as the background for guests to take pictures before or place it behind the Sweetheart table highlighting the married couple. Here are some looks to give you some ideas of incorporating a flower wall into your day:

Creative Decor Tip - Use Succulents!

I was very shocked as I was writing a proposal at one of my past internships, that my supervisor's notes stated 'succulents'. Thinking that this was an odd description for a flower arrangement, I quickly questioned what she meant. After I learned more about this unique and understated plant, I instantly thought it was very ingenious to use this plant that could easily be overlooked and make something beautiful for someone's special day.

Succulents are a type of plant, commonly with a thick out layer that are beneficial for storing water for a long period of time. Cacti and Aloe are two types of succulent plants. Succulents Sempervivums are the common choice for decorators. They are available in different colors, including pink, purple, red and green, and the formation of the cushions are unique and attractive. Succulents add a unique beauty to any wedding decor. They can be left in their natural state or spray painted gold. They can be incorporated into the ceremony, the reception or given as favors for guests. The uses of these plants are endless! Here are some ideas that I thought were really creative and only enhanced the natural beauty of these plants:

The succulents almost look like they are naturally gold. The work perfectly in this bouquet.

Individual potted succulents are easy to maintain and a nice change from candles.

Also a great Holiday Party idea!

Budget Survival Tip: Florals - Hydrangea

Flowers are a major part of most wedding décor. It is in every room, in every ceremony, and in every guests eyesight. You don't have to spend thousands of dollars on large centerpieces completely covered in roses, or orchids. A great way to save some money without skimping on beauty is using hydrangea. Hydrangea not only gives fullness to a centerpiece, bouquet or any décor, but it is less expensive and comes in a variety of colors. You can always find hydrangea year-round. Adding roses, orchids, succulents, or ranunculus to a bouquet of hydrangea creates a stunning composition that will look like a thousand bucks to all of your guests. Here are some hydrangea décor ideas: