September 2016 - WEDDING FLOWERS
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Uniqueness in your engagement ring!

Pippa Middleton, the younger sister of Princess Kate, recently announced her engagement to James Matthews, who works in finance. Pippa first grabbed the attention of the world as a bridesmaid in the royal wedding, looking absolutely stunning in a form-fitting ivory gown to complement her sister’s long-sleeved lace number. The couple first dated back in 2012, but subsequently split and were apart for several years. They rekindled their romance late last year and seem to be as happy as ever. According to a joint statement, they plan to marry in 2017. One thing the pair have in common is a famous sibling – James’ brother, Spencer Matthews, is a British reality star, appearing on 10 seasons of Made in Chelsea.

James proposed to Pippa with a unique ring that combines vintage Art Deco style with a modern look. The center stone is an Asscher-cut diamond, an uncommon choice, as step-cut gems require nearly flawless clarity. Instead of the popular halos of this decade, the ring features a segmented octagonal border. Both the halo and center stone are in a bezel setting, which lends itself to modernity.

If Pippa’s bling has caught your eye, we’ve gathered similar styles below from real weddings. Their influences span from vintage, geometric shapes, step-cuts, and halos – so no matter what part of Pippa’s ring you love, you’re sure to find further inspiration with these pieces.

Rustic Farm Wedding in North West Tasmania


An old machinery shed in the middle of an apple orchard!  Sounds like the perfect place for a Tasmanian wedding in March.   The bride wanted vibrant reds and pinks, and some King Proteas with  foliage and nuts.   


So that's what she got!  Beautiful Compacta Proteas with silky pink outer bracts and a rich red center, along with red mini king proteas were the main flowers used.  I also added some Banksia Occidentalis which are a stunning pinky red colour in March.  


Nothing can compare in richness of colour to the new season growth on a red leucadendron and the Silvan Red Leucos were ready to pick early for this wedding. They added a darker rich red conrast.  Brunia Albiflora were in flower and looked great adding highlights.  They're such unique flowers - one of my favourites.  


For foliage, I used some lovely Eucalyptus Cordata which was heavily in bud, with some of the white fluffy blooms just starting to burst.  I also used silky Silver Tree Leucadendron, which is always wonderful in a bouquet.  It's luxurious foliage adds wonderful glowing highlights.  The other foliage used is Irish Juniper, a blue green foliage with variegated stripe on its fine foliage.


Dried Corymbia Ficifolia gum nuts were added too.  I like the way the colour of the nuts went with textural fibre I used to surround the bouquets.  I like the nest-like quality of the fibrous posy holders.  They add a rustic touch to a bouquet.  


The boutonnieres combined Juniper, Myrtle and E. Cordata foliage with some Cordata gum blossom and a Corymbia Ficifolia nut.  


The groom stood out with a rich Silvan Red leuco added to his.  


The bride and her bridesmaid wore floral hair pieces.  Juniper, Myrtle and some smaller leafed Cordata were the main foliages used.  The Cordata blossom was mixed with a spindling of wax flower, and some rich red Leucos added colour.  


The pieces were built on metal combs to slide into the hair style.


The comb provides a structure to built the hair piece around.  Those gum blossoms are so pretty!


Stunning photo - looks like something out of a fairy tale!  It was a pleasure, as always, to be a part of this couples special day. 

Beautiful Table Design's at Bartle Hall's Showcase Day

A couple of weeks ago we were at the fabulous Bartle Hall for their Showcase Day, we'd dressed the Windsor Suite with a random collection of table designs, the chairs were dressed by Creative Cover Hire and the stationery was designed by Charlotte Designs
Our tall conical vase topped with a tall elegant design of Delphiniums, Roses, Hydrangeas, Stocks and trailing Amaranthus
Our low crystal cake stand topped with a beautifully floral design in pale 'washed' pastel shades, surrounded by candlelit tea lights and Succulents
The Top table was dressed with golden vessels filled with posies of fresh flowers and candles
Our Verdi Gris Candelabra dressed with Sunflowers and Autumnal berries and grasses
One of our magnificently tall column vases topped with a 'Flower Bomb'
Hurricane lamp surrounded by a wreath of Orange Roses, Chinese Lanterns, Gerbera and autumnal berries
Over in the Balmoral Suite the Registrars table was dressed with a traditional candlelit table design
One of our Enchanted Trees decorated with fresh foliages, Sunflowers , Delphiniums, Roses and Hydrangeas with garlands of ribbons in vibrant colours
Our Golden 'Byzantine' Candelabra dressed with blush Roses and ivory Hydrangeas and Dahlias, we'd dressed the table top with a collection of golden metallic votives




Many thanks to the Bartle Hall team for making us so welcome and putting together such a brilliant day xxx

Gareth & Hayley's Beautiful Singleton Lodge Wedding Day

We do love working at the lovely Singleton Lodge and what a joy it was to be working there for this fabulous couple
 Our Vicky & Claire had the huge pleasure of presenting our beautiful Bride and her Bridesmaid's with their wedding bouquets



 The fragrance was absolutely beautiful


 Vicky showed everyone how to carry their bouquets perfectly


 Downstairs the boutonnieres were all lined up ready to pin them on to the Groom's Men
 The Bride Groom's super special Boutonniere included fresh Lily of the Valley and a Memory Lane Rose
 The Mother of the Bride's wrist corsage
 Hayley's super handsome Bride Groom Gareth was first to have his boutonniere pinned to his lapel






















The scene was set in the ceremony room with two of our magnificent pedestals framing the head of the aisle
 Candlelit lanterns illuminated the aisle
The Registrars tables were decorated with posies of fresh flowers


 Fragrant Rose Petals surrounded the hurricane lamps lining the aisle



 The super glamorous Bridal party headed for the ceremony room
 Hayley looked stunning 




 Huge Congratulations to Hayley and Gareth from all of the team here at Flower Design Events





The huge basket of fresh rose petal confetti was handed out






 A transformation had taken place in the dining room, our tall table vases topped with floral magnificence made a perfect table centre

 Our lovely candelabras dressed some of the other tables


 Beautiful low table design covered over with a glass cloche



Massive thanks to Hayley & Gareth for choosing Flower Design Events to create their wedding flowers for them.

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