Photography by Terri Baskin
Following the mass cancellation and postponement of weddings last year, the wedding industry was abuzz with the belief that a mania of events was on the horizon. Couples had pushed spring 2020 ceremonies to fall, then early 2021. The notion spread that demand would rise so high this year that weekday weddings would become a temporary norm. Couples rushed to book dates they’d deemed far enough out to be “safe,” to beat the frenzy. But now, on the cusp of what is typically (and was hoped to be again) a busy spring season, the year ahead is looking…different.
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If you’re looking for floral inspiration, particularly for wedding bouquets, you’ve come to the right place. Here, we’ve rounded up 65 real-wedding bouquets we love. If you’re just starting to plan and hoping some prettiness in the way of bridal bouquets will help inspire your bigger design picture, this list features an array florals, color palettes, textures, and styles linked to dozens of real weddings. If you’ve got most of your vision down and you’re just looking for help narrowing in on a bouquet, we’ve arranged the list by color for easy browsing. It’s not a comprehensive list of the bouquets we’ve loved, but we hope it’s a start to help you along your planning way. Scroll on to see what we mean.
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There s a reason YouTube videos of proposals during someone else s wedding often go viral it s a polarizing topic. Some argue it s egregious to take the attention off the bride and groom, while others see at it as more reason to celebrate while surrounded by friends and family. Simply put, there s nothing wrong with acknowledging your parents anniversary, a grandmother s birthday, or a best friend s proposal during your reception, wedding planners agree, so long as the bride and groom are happy to share the spotlight. In fact, if you re excited about the plan, celebrating someone else s achievement during your wedding reception can be sweet, short, and greatly appreciated.
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Looking to add a little something extra to your wedding design? String lights, also known as café lights, are a gorgeous way to amp up the style at your wedding ceremony or reception. Not only do they look beautiful, but they re practical, too string lights, especially when layered, can generally illuminate an entire space on their own. Add in flickering candles and a few well-placed pin spots and there s no question about your ceremony or reception being well-lit. But why do wedding planners love string lights so much? Emily McMahon of Soiree Wedding Planning and Jessica Rourke explain here, and the experts also share their favorite ways to use them at weddings.