I haven’t written about my favourite flower in a while.

For those of you who have read my blog for any length of time know that I don’t really have a singular favourite, but there is one that is dear to my heart and I think it’s because it’s not the first flower that comes to mind for most as a wedding flower option.

I felt like it was such a confession when I first wrote about how much I loved the carnation. Since the time I put it “out there”, I’m proud to say that this beautiful flower has graced the highest and most prestigious venues in the city.

It’s actually my first choice for substitute for the wedding seasons most popular flower which I’m going keep underwraps for a little bit :-).

Wedding Arrangement of Red Carnations and Roses | Floret.ca

It sounds like a hair style doesn’t it?

I’m actually referring to a growing trend in centerpiece design and it the perfect solution for the client who wants a centerpiece that is both off the table  or elevated and one that is lower to the table or below the line of sight.

The way it works is this. Let’s say you have 20 tables.

Half the centerpieces would be elevated so that the drama which can only be captured by that style of a centerpiece can be established.

The other half of the tables can be fulsome arrangements that are lower to the table so that you are able to sit those guests of yours who you feel might prefer to be able to chat across the table as well as to the guests on either side.

It’s a great option for the couple who would like the best of both worlds.

Let’s face it. Flowers can be expensive.

With this in mind, a good floral designer should find ways to use twice or double duty the flowers that have already been ordered.

For instance, bridal bouquets can be placed in vases and used at the head table and flowers from the chairs or pews at the ceremony could be in clusters at the cake table or on tables in sitting areas or a patio.

Assuming all the flowers were chosen thoughtfully in terms of colour and style, double dutying the flowers will provide a consistent and seamless carry over from the beginning of the wedding to the end.

It’s nothing new to say that brides are always on the search for something different for their wedding and even the classic candle has been potentially one upped, by an alternative that‘s becoming ever popular with the set that’s looking for a “cool, modern” look for their wedding reception.

It’s LED light.

No longer lighting reserved for the emergency flashlight in your glove compartment, it’s small and compact. These lights are often nestled among glass gems or stones to create light from the inside out as opposed to candle which can only encircle something.

It’s also a cool white in appearance as opposed to the warm glow that a candle gives.

One other reason it has become ever popular in spite of the greater cost for it, is that it gives new options to those dining in candle free zones or tables and areas where it might be a fire hazard.