Flower Power

Flowerpower

BLOOMS TO GO Cottage Garden and Naomi Floral create gorgeous bouquets for all occasions - and can create individual special orders for customers. One of the main reasons spring is such a popular season for weddings is because such beautiful flowers are at their seasonal best. We asked some Subiaco florists about the current trends in wedding flowers and what is

best in season. WORDS | Brooke Evans-Butler

Flowers are a stunning part of a wedding, adding colour, beauty and fragrance, not just with the bridal bouquet, but as part of table decorations at the reception, pew arrangements for the ceremony and corsages and buttonholes for special family members and guests.

What’s trending Michele Williams, owner of Cottage Garden, says most brides are finding inspiration for their wedding flowers on Pinterest, with roses always a favourite – it is all about personal choice.

“With colours, pastels are popular, as are traditional white and green,” she says. “Bright colours and natives are always in.”

She says many brides are looking for elegance and simplicity, and rustic styles are also popular.

It’s important to discuss with your florist the styles of bouquet that would be suitable for your choice of flowers and will suit your dress, such as an elegant small and compact posy or a bouquet trailing down your dress with lots of greenery.

What’s in season Naomi Kato, floral designer from Naomi Floral, says peony, calla lily, tulip, ranunculus, snap dragon and sweet pea are some of the beautiful, elegant flowers in season during spring. “Also, waratah, an Australian native flower, is in season only for a short time so that would be special,” she adds.

Naomi says using seasonal flowers means you can remember your

special day/memory as part of the season, for years to come. “Also, seasonal flowers can often be sourced locally, which means they are fresh, and you can support local growers,” she says. “(They are) environmentally friendly and cost effective.”

Always popular Michele says brides are lucky in spring with an abundance of flowers in season, such as daisies, tulips and bulb flowers. However, she says roses and orchids are favourites year round, and she advises that if a bride has her heart set on a flower that is not in season, many blooms can be imported.

Flowers for every day Even if you are not planning a wedding, you can still enjoy the beautiful flowers and gifts available at Subiaco florists.

Michele says with their location close to the hospital, they often make 'get well soon' or new baby arrangements, and being close to the CBD, they are often asked to do birthday arrangements as well.

“We are so close to the markets, so SUBIACO FLORISTS Subiaco locals are lucky to have numerous quality florists operating in the area, who will be able to help with floral gifts for any occasion.

the flowers are very fresh and we buy daily,” she says. “We also do a huge range of gifts and plants and we do the best hampers.”

Naomi Floral does not do flowers for weddings, but Naomi says they create beautiful flower gifts to suit your occasion and preferences, and like to personalise bouquets/arrangements to make it even more special.

Extra elements Why not talk to your florist about adding special touches to your bouquet? Some touches for your bouquet could include: A sprig of rosemary: A sprig of rosemary in a bouquet can symbolise remembrance of family members and friends who have passed away. The herb also smells amazing and is a popular symbol for loyalty. A photo charm: Photo charms are a touching way to include loved ones who cannot be with you on your big day. Something blue: Aside from the flowers, a bridal bouquet is a great way to incorporate something blue, such as blue ribbon or fabric tied around the stems.

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Cottage Garden

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St John of God Florist

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