In this blog, I would like to particularly focus on the use of the flower crown in a wedding. I did a wedding at Tinakilly House, Co. Wicklow and Darek Novak‘s photography, seen in cover image and below, capture the fairytalesque atmosphere of the occasion. The flower crown is a versatile accessory as it can …
As a floral designer, much of my work revolves around organizing my time efficiently to produce high quality results. Wedding planning can seem overwhelming but similarly to how I prep my flowers, it is simply a matter of organization. Everyone’s approach is different. Perhaps you take the old-school approach, pen and paper, brainstorm and maybe …
As we are all aware, one must consider many elements in order to create their dream wedding. Think of it as a (wedding) cake, each ingredient plays a fundamental role in achieving the ultimate result. However, the ingredients compliment each other, they are put together for a reason. So, like cherry and chocolate, your wedding …
This week I am reflecting on a recent wedding at Brooklodge in County Wicklow. The title of this blog says it all: think purple. Purple anemones, purple clematis and the textural pièce de résistance; lavender. There is something regal about purple, the striking contrast between the green and white personifying the fact that this is …
Amidst the buzz for summer (slightly premature, it is only the beginning of April after all) the colour palette for wedding flowers is gradually shifting back towards the pinks, oranges and yellows that one would likely see in a sweet shop. While this is striking and never ceases to evoke the joyous occasion that is …
Hello! I wanted to touch briefly on the impact of foliage, be it in your bridal bouquet or in your centre-piece, it plays a key role in the look you would like to achieve with your flowers. Foliage can indeed elevate the focal points of a bouquet or an installation as it adds different textures …
Hello there! As we all know, planning a wedding can be incredibly daunting. There is a plethora of elements to consider; the dress, the venue, the guest list and so on. This blog post will, of course, focus on another important aspect of the wedding ceremony- the flowers. Needless to stay, there are endless options …
Hello there! In honour of World Mental Health day (Sunday October 2021), I wanted to touch briefly on the positive impacts that flowers can have on one’s mood and in turn, one’s mental health. There is a reason why flowers are one of the principle focus points when planning a wedding- they are visually appealing …
Dearest friends, AKA my dearest clients, It’s a day after Valentine, and true to form, the email notifications have been buzzing all day. Huge congratulations to you all!! Times have changed, but love is love, not even a pandemic can change it. 2020 is gone, and I’m trying to stay positive for you and for …
Flowers and Instagram You’re probably aware of the current controversy regarding the use of filters and Photoshop to alter the appearance of images posted on Instagram and other social media sites. Kim Kardashian would immediately spring to mind, but she’s not the only culprit. Unfortunately, when used to change the appearance of oneself has been …
