MY FANTASY FLORALS AND EVENTS

What Style Bride Are You?

 

Are you the Romantic Bride, the Bohemian Bride, the Glamorous Bride, the Classic Bride, the Modern Bride or the Casual Bride?  You want your wedding to echo your style and sensibility.  Below are some descriptions to assist you in making decisions about your wedding flowers.  Remember, not everyone fits neatly into a category.  You may be Bohemian/Glamorous.  If so, pull ideas from several categories and design your day to match your own personal and unique style. 

 

Here are some questions to help you determine your style:  What is your favorite romantic movie?  Think about the period and setting portrayed.  Where would you go on your ideal date?  Would it be the opening night at the opera or perhaps an Asian-fusion dinner?  How about a picnic at a beautiful park or on the beach?  What one word describes your sense of style?  Streamlined, simple, casual, Boho, girlie?  What is your favorite fabric?  What is your evening out go-to piece of clothing?  Whether it's a ruffled silk blouse or a pair of black skinny jeans, knowing your own style and preferences can make your vision come to life.  What is your taste in jewelry?  Who is your fashion icon?  Gwen Steffani or Audrey Hepburn.  Sienna Miller or Jackie O.  And, what is your dream vacation?  A private and exclusive island, Paris or Rome in the Spring, a rustic cottage by the sea or maybe an eco-lodge in South America?  All of these questions will bring you closer to a definite style and vision for your special day!

 

THE ROMANTIC BRIDE:

You are extremely feminine and sentimental.  Your ideal location might be a grand cathedral or an intimate chapel with candlelight and aromatic blooms.

Descriptive words:  Dreamy, Poetic, Frilly, Sumptuous.

Bouquet:  Round pomanders, sweet cascading styles, lace-wrapped stems.

Décor:  Floral arches, arrangements set in gold or silver containers, a sprinkling of rose petals.

Blooms:  Garden roses, iris, sweet peas, pansies, ranunculus, peonies.

Colors:  Red, pink, white.

 

 

 

THE BOHEMIAN BRIDE:

You are a little bit wild-child and a little bit Zen.  Your ideal wedding location might be a valley or a wooded glen blending a collage of customs and cultures. 

Descriptive words:  Ethereal, Enchanting, Earthy, Whimsical

Bouquet style:  Loosely arranged flowers with organic elements like berries, herbs and ferns.  Your bouquet is tied with a bow and tails for that just-picked feel.

Décor:  Contrasting textures and a mélange of colors create an overgrown yet gorgeous look…towering twigs, flowering branches and pebble filled vases for a woodsy charm.

Blooms:  Queen Anne’s lace, fragrant herbs, thistle, grasses, wildflowers, sunflowers.

Colors:  Earth tones mixed with oranges, purples and pinks.

 

 

THE GLAMOROUS BRIDE:

Your style is sleek, chic and a little bit dramatic.  You adore the spotlight and all the glitz.

Descriptive words:  Urbane, Bon Vivant, Jet-setting, Luxe.

Bouquet style:  Lush and sleek.  Blend exotic and romantic blooms.  A vintage brooch embellishment or jeweled and rhinestone accents, feathers! for a dramatic touch.

Décor:  Towering, tiered or topiary-style centerpieces for a grand statement.  Lavish flowers and regal candelabras.

Blooms:  Parrot tulips, orchids, Canova tulips with their ruffled edges, anemones, hyacinth, calla lilies.

Colors:  Bold purple, scarlet, chocolate, silver and pearly ivory.

 

 

THE CLASSIC BRIDE:

Delicate details and simple elegance define your dream décor.  You cull your inspiration from all that’s tasteful and timeless.

Descriptive words:  Sophisticated, polished, timeless, graceful, elegant.  (Think Audrey Hepburn, Jackie O. and Princess Grace Kelly)

Bouquet style:  Trim and tailored bouquets that are round and symmetrical.  Silk-wrapped stems fastened with pearl pins.

Décor:  Sophisticated and elegant with soft, muted colors and sleek shapes.  Glass vases display pretty, elegant arrangements.

Blooms:  French tulips, garden roses, calla lilies, peonies, hydrangea, lilacs, stephanotis and ivy as a symbol of fidelity.

Colors:  White, cream, pale pastels.  A bouquet in varying shades of white is both classic and chic.

 

 

THE MODERN BRIDE:

You are bold yet minimal and untraditional with a focused, classy twist  Fresh and fashion-forward, your wedding might be held in an art museum or gallery.

Descriptive words:  Minimalist, trendy, simple chic, fashionable.

Bouquet style:  Bold and architectural bouquets fit your streamlined sensibility.  Clean, sleek bouquets are simply tied.

Décor:  Monochromatic arrangements put the focus on texture and creative design.

Blooms:  Simple white daisies, calla lilies, chocolate cosmos, tulips, dendrobium orchids.

Colors:  Green, blue, or anything monochromatic.

 

 

THE CASUAL BRIDE:

You are relaxed with a sensual disposition.  White sand beaches, a botanical garden or backyard greenery create a perfect backdrop for your whimsical wedding.

Descriptive words:  Beach-casual, breezy, pure, serene.

Bouquet style:  Relaxed, unstructured arrangement with a lush island-style vibe.  Stems wrapped with twine, raffia or striped ribbons.

Décor:  Large brandy snifters filled with white sand, miniature shells, starfish and orchids.  Daisies and sunflowers in brightly colored tin pails.  Floating flowers and candles.

Blooms:  Blue delphinium, orchids, daisies, roses, gardenias, lilies of the valley, dahlias.

Colors:  Blue, pale green and white or tropical orange, yellow and red.

 

 

Whether you fit neatly into one of these categories or are more aptly described as eclectic -  borrowing your ideas from several, we hope this helps you to create a vision and style that will make your fantasy come true!  Remember…our focus is on the fantasy.