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Power Flowers
article by Anna Sachse - CTW Features | posted on March 13, 2012 at 7:00am
Legends abound regarding the origins of brides carrying bouquets – some sweet, some a little unsavory, and everything in between. “Hundreds of years ago, fragrant flowers and herbs were thought to bring protection and good luck to a bride, and the bridal party carried posies to confuse evil spirits who might try to steal her before she reached her groom!” says Karen Bussen, author of…
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Coming Up Roses
article by Timothy R. Schulte - CTW Features | posted on February 24, 2012 at 7:00am
Some things are perennially en vogue. Like roses. The iconic floral may have a reputation for red, but it’s the versatility in its vast spectrum of varieties that led floral couturier, Preston Bailey, to dub the rose “the little black dress of floral design.” Like the classic closet piece, roses just always work. “They have become this really standard thing that you see – but not just…
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Awe-Inspiring Arrangements
article by Ola Diab - CTW Features | posted on December 26, 2011 at 7:00am
Flowers are everywhere at a wedding – lining the aisle, in hands, on lapels. But deciding which colors to mix-and-match and where to place the flowers might not be your area of expertise. However, choosing flowers for your wedding that suit your style and personality doesn’t have to be difficult. First Steps The earlier a bride begins thinking of her wedding flowers, the better the result…
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Everyday Exotic
article by Anna Sachse - CTW Features | posted on November 14, 2011 at 8:00am
Want chic wedding flowers on the cheap? It’s easier than you might think - the trick is using color and structure to turn affordable, familiar blooms into sophisticated, exotic arrangements. “Color is always one of the best ways to set a mood and make a statement,” says Hailey Bernstein, owner of Portland, Ore.-based Zest Floral + Event Design. “In unexpected or rare shades, even some of the most…
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All About Bouquets
article by Anna Sachse - CTW Features | posted on September 19, 2011 at 9:55am
You spend countless hours debating which wedding veil you’ll wear and which shoes you’ll step into – but don’t forget that your bouquet is a bridal accessory, too. You want to be sure your bunch of blooms suits your gown, the style of your event and, most importantly, your personality. There are numerous shapes to choose from, not to mention colors and types of flowers; so, to help get…
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Natural Selection
article by Anna Sachse - CTW Features | posted on September 19, 2011 at 9:45am
With plentiful rainfall and mild year-round temperatures, the Pacific Northwest is a great garden for wildflowers. Here, two of the region’s experts give tips for incorporating these earthy elements into big day floral choices. For the Table Wildflower-inspired centerpieces are a natural fit for weddings that take place in Arcadian orchards, fields or gardens. However, when carefully selected…
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Beyond the Bouquet
article by Anna Sachse - CTW Features | posted on September 14, 2011 at 1:19pm
If you’ll only be holding your bridal bouquet for a few minutes, why not make the moment truly memorable by embellishing your bundle of blooms with something more creative than just the standard ribbon? Here are five ways to make your posy really pop. 1. For a touch of sentiment (and old-fashioned glamour), pin your grandmother’s vintage brooch to the bouquet’s ribbon. “It’s a…
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