Perhaps one of my favourite floral features to design is the moongate. The idea of the moongate originates from China and it is believed that it brings good fortune…. and doesn’t everyone want that on their wedding day! Part of the appeal of the moongate (other than its striking beauty of course) is its versatility. …
‘Love you to the moon and back’: Moongate wedding inspiration Read More »
As I have mentioned in my previous blogs wedding planning can be a lengthy (but exciting) process. When it comes to choosing your wedding flowers, they should complement your style and enhance the atmosphere of your ceremony. While it might not be an easy decision (to begin with) there should be a sense of effortlessness …
Two in one: Versatile and sustainable wedding inspiration Read More »
As we are all aware, wedding planning can be a complicated process (keeping in mind the fruitful results! ) However, this was even more so the case during lockdown. Fortunately, in terms of wedding flowers, with the right attitude and communication- anything is possible! This was the case for Kaitlyn and Nick, a couple from …
Wedding Flowers from a distance: A September Wedding in Kilruddery planned over lockdown Read More »
It has been, in a word (or two) absolutely freezing the past couple of weeks. The roads are icing over, the air is biting cold and the days are dark and dreary. Quite a contrast to the wedding buzz one might hope to have in the New year. However, there is something quite beautiful about …
Brooklodge wedding flowers by Austen Flowers, Wicklow
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 …
