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25+ Gorgeous Ways to Use Cherry Blossoms in Your Spring Wedding

Browse photos of these beautiful blooms – both real and faux – from real weddings to see if this trend is right for you!

Cherry blossoms are only available for so long during the year, but using them in your wedding décor creates a stunning effect – whether real or faux varieties are implemented.

wedding ceremony ocean view bel air bay club cherry blossom flower arrangements recessional — *Photo: Tomas Skaringa of The Big Affair Photography*

Floral Design

Tall Flower Arrangements to Inspire Your Reception Centerpieces

These towering beauties will certainly wow your guests.

There's nothing like walking into a grand ballroom decorated with tables topped with towering floral centerpieces, and going this route will certainly wow your guests and make for gorgeous images in your wedding album.

opulent-wedding-reception-with-ivory-and-gold-floral-arrangements-on-tall-gold-stands — *Photo: Joe Buissink Photography*

Floral Design

11 Inspiring Protea Flower Arrangements for Weddings

From dramatic bouquets to reception centerpieces, discover ways to use this unique bloom.

Since each type of protea is vastly different in terms of the size, look, and color, the blooms are fitting for a variety of color palettes and wedding styles – from bohemian chic and rustic to modern and contemporary.

bride-holding-large-bouquet-with-ivory-king-protea-flower-tropical-greenery-illusion-wedding-dress — *Photo: Lauren Gabrielle Photography*

Floral Design

15 Ways to Use Peonies on Your Wedding Day

From peony motifs to fresh blooms, see how to include this romantic flower.

Beloved by brides desiring weddings of all types – from classic to boho to alternative, the peony is a beautiful blossom that features romantic, lush petals in a variety of hues that complement a number of design schemes.

bride-holding-bouquet-of-hot-pink-peony-garden-rose-and-red-burgundy-blooms — *Photo: Bob & Dawn Davis Photography*

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Wedding Trend: Using Anemone Flowers in Décor

Browse photos of bouquets and centerpieces from real weddings to see if this trend is right for you.

Since anemone blooms have a bit of personality, they look great in bridal bouquets, bridesmaid bouquets, and also reception centerpieces!

wedding-bouquet-anemone-ranunculus-rose-ribbon-around-green-stems-succulents — *Photo: Aevitas Weddings*

Floral Design

Fall Wedding Bouquets for Festive Autumn Celebrations

Incorporate fresh berries, fruit, foliage, and more for a seasonal hand-held arrangement.

Fall flower bouquets are another way to integrate an autumnal trend into your celebration without creating an event that may be too seasonally themed for your taste.

bride-in-strapless-wedding-dress-kissing-groom-hair-in-curls-burgundy-and-greenery-bouquet — *Photo: Kim Fox Photography*

Floral Design

How to Prepare for Your Wedding Floral Design Meetings

Learn expert tips and discover how to be prepared for your appointment.

Once you've selected an event florist with whom to work, it's important to make sure you're on the same page when it comes to your goals for the big day.

garden-wedding-reception-with-a-large-arrangement-of-white-and-pink-flowers-in-a-white-urn — *Photo: KT Merry Photography*

Floral Design

Learn How to Make Chic Centerpieces for Halloween

Floral designer Eddie Zaratsian shares tips on crafting these spooky décor elements.

Eddie Zaratsian of Eddie Zaratsian Lifestyle and Design shares four easy how-to tutorials detailing the step-by-step processes of creating professional spooky looks!

halloween-wedding-ideas-wood-table-with-mercury-glass-silver-pumpkin-centerpiece-black-white-skulls — *Photo: Stephanie Rogers Photography*

Floral Design

Autumnal Boutonniere Designs for Fall Weddings

Use blooms with rich hues and verdure for a lovely seasonal boutonniere.

Though a boutonniere is perhaps the smallest of items that will include florals on your big day, these accessories are not to be overlooked.

real wedding photo barn of chapel hill north carolina wedding boutonnieres for groom and groomsmen fall foliage color palette — *Photo: Ginny Corbett Photography*

Floral Design

What Not to Do When Deciding on Wedding Flowers

Read tips to make sure your florals look their best.

While the ceremony may be the most important emotional aspect of your wedding, and your guests make be most concerned about the food and entertainment, when it comes to the overall design of the big day, nothing beats flowers.

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Floral & Event Design Vendors

Browse photos of these beautiful blooms – both real and faux – from real weddings to see if this trend is right for you!

These towering beauties will certainly wow your guests.

From dramatic bouquets to reception centerpieces, discover ways to use this unique bloom.

From peony motifs to fresh blooms, see how to include this romantic flower.

Browse photos of bouquets and centerpieces from real weddings to see if this trend is right for you.

Incorporate fresh berries, fruit, foliage, and more for a seasonal hand-held arrangement.

Learn expert tips and discover how to be prepared for your appointment.

Floral designer Eddie Zaratsian shares tips on crafting these spooky décor elements.

Use blooms with rich hues and verdure for a lovely seasonal boutonniere.

Read tips to make sure your florals look their best.

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