I have a pet peeve.

It’s been bothering me more lately and I’ve come to the conclusion that it’s it not good enough to be in a picture than it shouldn’t be on the table.

I’m referring to the table number.

You know - that white plastic sign with a black number on it held up by a long silver stick to let you guest know which table is which.

I think that I’ve been noticing more because it has become a part of the conversation when it comes to discussing the visual look of a wedding with my client.

There are so many ways to be creative: have them made to match your invites, include them in your centerpieces…anything but that sign.

I always appreciate that it’s not always possible, but if it’s something you can swing or give attention then all the better.

You’ll hear it time and time again that “It’s all in the details.” And it’s true.

I must be on a roll. Two wedding features in one month!

Because I see every wedding I do as unique and distinct, I’m sometimes not immediately aware that the colours are “trendy” at the moment or the specific varieties of flowers are all the rage.

My choices are always about being the best and most reflective of my clients.

So, needless to say, it wasn’t until I looked back that I realized the colours chosen for Jessica and Ben had been featured, combined and stylized in the latest editions of the wedding magazines until I happened to be perusing one day.

Purple.

It’s one of those shades that is timelessly beautiful. Whether your preference is for the light shades of lavender and mauve or the richness that the deep purples can offer, it’s elegance as a colour choice is obvious.

From a elegant adorned aisle for their garden wedding accented with the lushness of these amethyst toned flowers to the centerpieces in the Hall to complete, it was timeless example of what this colour can be.

Wedding Ceremony In The Garden At Graydon Hall Manor | Floret.ca

Elegant Wedding Centerpiece At Graydon Hall Manor | Floret.ca

Those of you who have been planning a wedding for any length of time will be able to relate to this question.

The question becomes greater with the increasing number of options there are for every choice that can be made and the flowers and decor are no exception.

This is equally true when it comes to the linens.

Should we keep the linens as is OR should we “upgrade” to an overlay?

Should we do a plain one OR a textured one?

Should we “just do” and overlay OR “upgrade” to nicer table cloth?

Should be “just do” the nicer table cloth OR do the overlay and the table?

Then the napkins…and the chairs and the rest of the decor all come into the question.

It’s one of the many ways that your ultimate choice of designer can add value that is beyond the size and quality of the florals they create for you.

I’ve been fully immersed in weddings for the past couple of months and haven’t had a chance to feature some of the amazing clients I have had the chance to work whose weddings took place recently, so I’m so pleased to be able write this post about Christine and Ian.

I met Christine in the fall of last year to discuss floral possibilities for her wedding the following spring. All of it was the take place in the Distillery District a place well regarded for ceremonies in the surrounding art galleries and receptions in the numerous excellent restaurants that are situated there.

The combination of the surroundings in addition to her exquisite choice for spring flowers made for a stunning and elegant combination.

The ceremony eventally took place at the Arta Gallery and the dinner reception took place at the acclaimed Boiler House Restaurant.

The combination of the surroundings in addition to the exquisite choice for spring flowers made for a stunning and elegant combination.

Spring Wedding Bouquet | Floret.ca

Wedding Ceremony At The Arta Gallery | Floret.ca

Wedding Reception At The Boiler House | Floret.ca