Boho

Boho weddings seemingly never go out of fashion. These types of celebrations are defined by an easy-going approach to decorations and outfits, often with an eclectic blend of styles coming together in place of a more traditional, structured approach. It’s common with a boho theme to lean into the beauty of nature, with forests, beaches and the countryside being typical locations for this style of wedding.

When it comes to the horticultural elements of the day, the only rule is there are no rules – that’s the beauty of a boho bash. Discord and aberration is the order of the day, and this should be reflected in your choice of bouquets; think bright bursts of colour in your flowery assortments. If you want to really play up to the theme, you could even incorporate the flora into your outfit – flower crowns always hit the mark at these free-spirited celebrations.

Inspired by fiction

Any wedding is an opportunity for couples to showcase their likes, hobbies and interests, and more people are forgoing classic wedding traditions to really let their personalities shine through. Whether it’s a love for Disney, Harry Potter, or any other film, book or television show that’s important to you, there are so many ways you can incorporate your favourite work of fiction into your fairytale wedding.

As part of the planning process, think about how you can align your decor with the theme of your favourite book or movie. For the Disney adults among us, you’ll want to keep the decor light and airy. Think pastel flower walls, cascading bouquets and a wide array of colours as you let your imaginations run wild. If your taste in fiction is something altogether more gruesome and gloomy, dark flowers can perfectly complement a gothic venue like a castle or old country house. Deep ruby carnations and scarlet foliage can hit the right notes if you’re picturing a moody and romantic atmosphere.

Travel

If travel is an important part of your lifestyle, there are so many ways you can incorporate this passion into your big day. Perhaps there’s a certain destination that stands out as a particular favourite, or maybe there’s a spot that holds a special place in your hearts. Infusing your wedding with the theme of travel literally opens up an entire world of possibilities, from the food, to the outfits, to the floral arrangements.

Draw inspiration from one or a handful of your favourite travel destinations, and throw an international party without borders. Or, if you have the resources and the wherewithal, why not go the whole hog and plan a destination wedding? There’s something really special about performing your nuptials in a far-flung country that perhaps resonates with your personalities. However you decide to throw your travel-focused wedding, you’re sure to inspire feelings of wanderlust amongst your beloved guests.

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Considering Your Venue:

A Guide to Discussing Wedding Flowers with Your Florist

Planning a wedding involves weaving together countless details, and one of the most visually impactful aspects is selecting the perfect floral arrangements. Flowers have the remarkable ability to transform a venue into a romantic and captivating space, bringing your wedding vision to life. However, the choice of wedding flowers isn't made in isolation; it's essential to consider the venue when discussing options with your florist to ensure your wedding flowers harmonise flawlessly with your chosen venue.

Venue Style and Theme

Every venue has its own unique style and ambiance. For example, the beautiful Tudor Baronial Barn at Crondon Park sports rustic beams and high ceilings and suits a pastoral, countryside theme. The first step is to ensure that your floral choices align with the venue's aesthetics. Your florist should have a clear understanding of your wedding theme and the overall vibe you wish to create and ideally would have worked with the venue before so already has an understanding of what works within the space.

Space and Scale

Consider the size and layout of your venue. For grand ballrooms, tall centerpieces and elaborate floral installations might be appropriate. However, in more intimate spaces, simpler arrangements might be more effective. Discuss with your florist how to make the most of the space without overwhelming it. Ask if they can accompany you to the venue in advance so they can suggest what can work where you can visualise it.

Color Palette

Your wedding flowers should complement the venue's color palette rather than clash with it. Bring samples of the venue's décor, such as fabric swatches or images, to your florist consultation. This will help your florist choose flowers that complement the existing colors and decor. View our gallery to see how our wedding bouquets come to life.

Natural Features

Take advantage of any natural features your venue offers. If there's a stunning fireplace, staircase, or archway, consider how floral arrangements can enhance these elements. Your florist can suggest designs that accentuate the venue's existing beauty.

Seasonal Availability

The season in which you're getting married can greatly impact the availability of certain flowers. Choosing locally available, in-season blooms not only ensures the freshest arrangements but can also help tie in with the surrounding environment. Your florist can guide you on the best floral choices for your wedding date.

Venue Restrictions

Some venues may have restrictions on floral installations due to their preservation or structural concerns. Discuss these restrictions with your florist so they can devise creative solutions that stay within the guidelines while still achieving your desired look.

Logistics and Setup

Consider how the logistics of setting up floral arrangements will work within the venue. Your florist should be aware of the setup process and any constraints they might encounter. Working closely with your venue coordinator and florist can ensure a seamless setup.

Lighting

Lighting can dramatically affect how your floral arrangements are perceived. Whether your venue has abundant natural light, soft candlelight, or vibrant colored lights, your florist can advise on flower choices that will shine in the given lighting conditions.

We work with many local venues which you can find on our venue page but when it comes to wedding flowers, synergy with the chosen venue is key. The right floral arrangements can enhance the ambiance, reinforce your wedding theme, and put your stamp on a venue. By discussing your venue's characteristics, restrictions, and features with your florist, you'll ensure that your wedding blooms become an integral part of the magical atmosphere you're creating for your special day.

Speak to our team to see how we can help with your wedding flowers, we would love to hear all about your vision. Contact us.

Pastel Pink & Mint Green Wedding at Granary Estates Suffolk

Beth & Adam: We really wanted to find a venue that didn’t have lots of rules and restrictions as we wanted to get really creative with our day and have everything we love as part of our day. Adam found the Granary Estates while browsing online and I knew as soon as he showed me that it would be perfect.

During our drinks reception, we had a ‘Gin Bar’ and a ‘Champagne and Oyster Bar’. The styling was full of blush pink/gold/mint green colours whilst still slightly rustic and in keeping with the venue. Our table setting was much the same. We had gold beaded charger plates and gold cutlery and personalised shot glasses. The Granary Barn had soft drapes and fairy lights all around which looked amazing both during the day and night.

Mini Golf & Glitter Bar, Wedding Entertainment

During our drinks reception, we had personalised mini golf provided by Pure Mini Golf which was great fun. Each ‘hole’ was an event in our life and it was all personalised and right in the middle of the beautiful courtyard.

In the evening we had the Cambridge Glitter Bar set up a ‘Glitter Bar’ for people to get glitzy for party time! We weren’t sure if people would get involved but our guests were queuing there before the bar had even opened! It was so lovely to see ‘sparkle’ on everyone’s faces!

Gospel Choir Wedding Ceremony

We had the incredible CK Gospel Choir sing during our service. They performed ‘Kissing you’ by Des’ree for the Bride’s entrance. We chose that as we love the film, Romeo and Juliet. During the signing of the register, they sang ‘Signed, Sealed, Delivered’ by Steve Wonder and ‘Stand by Me’ by Ben E King. All our guests were clapping and singing along, it was a very happy lively church!

As we left the church as the new Mr & Mrs Davis they sang ‘All you need is love’ by the Beatles. I’ve always dreamed of walking out to that song after seeing Love Actually when I was 14!
We also had two hymns during the service, Lord of all Hopefulness and Jerusalem. We were very pleasantly surprised to hear all our guests singing during the hymns!

Our readings were ‘I carry your Heart with me’ by EE Cummings. We both love this reading as it has very touching words. The other reading was a biblical reading, ‘The Song of Solomon’.

Confetti Cannon First Dance

We had OJ’s Motown Band as our evening entertainment and they were incredible! We LOVE Motown so we had ‘My girl’ by the Temptations as our first dance. We had two confetti canyons go off during our first dance which was so fun and creates amazing photos!

Stock Florist: We at Stock Florist loved working with Beth and Adam and ensuring all flowers were perfect for their big day. Congratulations to Mr & Mrs Davis x

Book your free consultation with one of our team to discuss your wedding via our wedding page: https://stockflorist.co.uk/weddings/

Article written by Rock My Wedding click here to view.

Three of the most popular wedding themes to consider for your big day

Boho

Inspired by fiction

Travel

Considering Your Venue:

A Guide to Discussing Wedding Flowers with Your Florist

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Gosfield Hall Wedding – Monica and Alex

Talbooth Restaurant Wedding Ceremony – Lauren and Zach

Baddow Park House Wedding – Lauren and Simon

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The Wedding of Beth & Adam – Granary Estates Suffolk

Article written by Rock My Wedding.

Pastel Pink & Mint Green Wedding at Granary Estates Suffolk

Mini Golf & Glitter Bar, Wedding Entertainment

Gospel Choir Wedding Ceremony

Confetti Cannon First Dance

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