I have to say, this couple is very level-headed and laid-back over the whole event - no Bridezillas here! And the guest list comprises of about twenty guests that will witness the two exchanging vows in a simple but beautiful ceremony in Canmore, Alberta! I think it will be an intimate and loving exchange that my husband and I are honoured to be a part of.
Well, one of the first things I think of when I hear wedding besides food, is FLOWERS! I love flowers! Flowers have the ability to lighten your spirit and mood with one glance, transform a room or simple table, fill a garden with a beautiful aroma or deliver a symbolic message to a loved one. And when I think of wedding and flowers, good ol' Martha Stewart comes to mind! Now, I know Martha is the cornerstone of many jokes and gets mocked with her OCD behaviour, but I knew Martha back in the days when she was a well-known caterer in New England and began writing cookbooks. Our relationship began when I read an article on Christmas dinner and continued for many years! In fact, it is her perfectionism and OCD that makes her a reliable source - if you need a great cookie recipe, Martha will have one. If by chance an ingredient has the wrong measurement, feel comforted at night that a head or two rolled for that error. But I digress...
Martha Stewart does weddings that are beautiful, elegant, well thought of, imaginative and comfortable! Take a look at her website and you will experience everything from the Victorian bride to the Modern bride; centerpieces by tradition, with branches, fruit, vegetables and candles just to name a few. I have included some beautiful examples of floral centerpieces that really set the mood for such an occasion.
Consider a mix of traditional pinks with something not-so-traditional, like cherry blossoms
A beautiful spring wedding lends itself perfectly to the Tulip - the first sign of spring. A symbolic statement is made here, as a couple enters into something new, being reborn or an awakening
Not big on frilly flowers and trying to keep the cost down, consider going modern. What a stunning arrangement using branches and vases. The various heights on the branches and delicate blossoms are truly a work of art
Here is a wonderful summer arrangement done free form, perfect for the deconstructed wedding, a casual outdoor gathering or a dinner alfresco in the mountains
How about focusing on your guests and combining the centerpieces as favors for them to take home?
A stunning red centerpiece with candles in between
How about adding some fruit in the mix?
Or try a green centerpiece that brings the outdoors, inside
For something more intimate, I love a collection of smaller arrangements
Try this look with a number of flowers: peonies, lilacs or roses but keep the arrangement to a single variety - it has more impact! Also consider a variety of containers, pending the theme of the wedding: terracotta pots for an Italian outdoors celebration, a selection of latte bowls, various sized silver vases for something more elegant or even an eco-friendly container!
The list is endless, only by the restrictions of geography, time of year and the wallet book!
James and Jamie, enjoy this time together, thank you for sharing this special day with us and we wish you all the happiness in the world!
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