The spring trends were soft natural pinks and neutrals with big, blousey peony blooms and fresh, garden roses. This was a direct inspiration from the immensely popular series "Downton Abby". It features long, elaborate estate tables that look as if they came straight from the Edwardian Era. Bouquets were in similar fashion, taking on a loose, English garden look.
We enjoyed it so much we rather hate to see it go, even though it looks like it will stick around through the winter season. From what we see on the runways, the fuller and looser bouquets will stay strong. However the color schemes will grow bolder during Summer, and burnish during the Autumn. Color schemes will cool in the winter to neutrals and mint infused tones, with the addition of heavy winter textures. We really love the winter branches in conjunction with large blooms and succulents. It's still an elegant and timeless look, but it has modern elements that really bring it out onto the forefront of design.
But let's not get too far ahead of ourselves and forget to take in the beauty before us, which is Summer Season! The garden-type variety flowers are still the most popular, with an overall loose, cottage construction. Even common zinnias and marigolds have been given a place right next to power-house garden roses and anemones. However, trends are a funny thing and sometimes the polar opposite twin of the current trend grabs the spotlight for a season. In this case it's the monochromatic bouquet. It's still full and loose, but it's comprised of all one color, and mostly one type of flower.
It's a great look on beach weddings with bright tropical flowers, but it translates easy to an uptown affair. Casablanca lilies are an excellent choice, as well as the smaller, bright colored Asiatic lilies. Deep, fuchsia or salmon colored peonies are stunning and dimensional. Let's not forget every one's favorite summer flower, the sunflower! Done much in the same manner, we're seeing them bunched loosely with ribbons and and all the same bloom variety. Many brides are seeking out the new, colorful variegated varieties in a rainbow of shades from pale peach to nearly black.
Autumn season will bring more textures leafy greens, and deeper jewels tones. Focus will shift from masses of flowers to larger sized blooms and large textural leaves, such as lamb's ear and dusty miller. Penny cress and autumn berries will make their way into even the most formal designs, and estate tables will be lined with natural elements instead of pastel glassware. Rustic themes get a little more elaborate and larger than last year's mason jars can accommodate. Table arrangements go up and over the head like a traditional candelabra, but with moss wrapped bases and wooden containers. Bouquets will start to get a little less symmetrical, allowing the elements to unfold naturally into an overall design.
We're certainly looking forward to the rest of 2014. There are a few more openings in the calendar for late November and December, which we feel is the most romantic of all the wedding seasons! Mayumi offers a complimentary design session to get your started on your event. You can reach her at (706) 587-1100. We can't wait to hear from you!
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