Break Apart Bouquets

Today, a bouquet which breaks into pieces when tossed into the air is quite popular, these are called Break Away bouquets. Break Apart bouquets are similar and theyre quite a touching take on the normal bouquet toss. Traditionally (were going back to pre victorian times here) the bride would compose her bouquet of a number of smaller posies. After the ceremony she would untie the ribbon which held them all together and gave a bridesmaid a posy each. The bridesmaid who found a hidden gold ring in her bouquet would become the next bride. In some instances, the bride would simply take a flower from her bouquet for each bridesmaid. I think this is a nice tradition to use, putting a twist on a "traditional" bouquet toss.

Note: Tie each posy with a ribbon (there are examples on hand tied bouquets below) and loop the golden ring onto one, going over it a couple of times to hide it with more ribbon and face this into the centre when bunching all bouquets together.

Some hand tied bouquets for ideas ...

A french twist hand tied bouquet.

Create a feature with long lengths of the ribbon.

(Image Credits: Martha Stewart; Brides.)

Enchanted Garden Wedding

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1. Bridal Gown by Vera Wang

2. Bridesmaids dress by Alex Perry

3. Bird Cages: $55 to hire set of 2 from Imbue Weddings by Albi.

4. Purple Satin Heels by Red Herring from Debenhams UK.

5. Bridal Bouquet from Romantica.

6. Wedding Cake by Polka Dot Cookies and Cakes.

7. 17th Century White Candle Stick: $18 to hire from Imbue Weddings by Albi.

8. Asha Candle Holder: $9 to hire from Imbue Weddings by Albi.

9. Image from KaBloom of Sandy Springs.

10. Image from Project Wedding.

Pale Pink and Lemon Yellow Wedding

(Image Credits: Top Row: The Knot; Martha Stewart x 2; Harvey and Ella x 2; Middle Row: Which Goose on Etsy; The Cake Girls; The Knot; Bottom Row: The Knot; The Knot; Clarissa Grace.)

Enchanting Anemones

I've only just recently discovered the beauty of anemones. They are simply so lovely and are fast becoming my favourite flower. They are in season in Australia in Autumn and Spring. The traditional flower meaning is "forsaken" and the flowers name is thought to come from the greek word "anemos" meaning "wind". Greek mythology says that the goddess Flora was jealous of a nymph Anemone and so transformed her into a wind flower and left her to the mercy of the wind. They come in lots of different hues; white, pink (light and dark) red, mauve, burgundy red and purple. Though I like the white most of all as it lends itself to black and white colour schemes very well. Just don't put them together with Narcissus as this flower will cause Anemones to droop.

(Image Credits: Fleurs NYC; Brides; Cheri Pearl Photography; Karlisch Photography; InStyle Weddings; ArtFool)

Dusky Rose Wedding

(Image Credits: Top Row: A Piece of Paris; Palomas Nest; Divine Flowers; Oh How Charming!; Clarissa Grace. Middle Row; LilRibbers on Etsy; House of Telsa on Etsy; The Cake Girls. Bottom Row: Alannah Hill; Better Homes and Gardens; The Knot; Oh How Charming!.)

Love is the new black - Carly and Dominic

This wedding is effortlessly chic. The wedding was held in Brisbane, at Eves on the Park, which was one of my favourite wedding venues in Brisbane (unfortunately they've just closed due to unforseen circumstances which is a real shame because, well, they were just so darn nice there) with the ceremony in one of the numerous garden locations to choose from in Roma Street Parklands. Carly and Dominic embraced individuality and thought outside the box, just one of the reasons why I loved this wedding.

The full story is over on {Mariages Chic} Blog, so follow the link for more stunning images and some great insights and tips from the bride herself.

(Image Credits: Nick Murray Photography.)

Dessert Tables for Delicious Styling

A dessert table is a great alternative to a dessert course. It's more interactive, it gets your guests up and mingling with each other instead of sitting at their individual tables and it also adds a very interesting focal point to your styling.

Amy Atlas in New York creates some of the most gorgeous dessert tables around. She truly is an artist with sweets.

Related Posts:

"Great Expectations" Inspired Idea I - The Dessert Table.

(Image Credits: Mary Ellen Bartley via The Knot; Amy Atlas)

Blue Sky On Valentines Day

(Image Credits: Top Row: Nancy Birch & Kristin Studio; Nancy Liu Chin; The Knot; Wayne Cooper; Middle Row: Project Wedding; The Knot; Bottom Row: Project Wedding; Nancy Liu Chin; Brides.)

White Pebble Beach

I usually only post one of these wedding patterns a week, but I have been working away at this one for some time and have just finished it today. It's my favourite look so far and has so much of my most loved style elements in it. SO enjoy!

1. Bridal Gown by Alexis George.
2. Groom's attire unknown.

3. Fairmont Hurricane Lamp (22cm): $19.95 each to buy or $8 each to hire (min qty 4) from Imbue Weddings by Albi.

4. Nassa Shell Ball: $9.95 each to buy or $2 each to hire (min qty 8) from Imbue Weddings by Albi.

5. Natural Stones: $2 per kilo to hire (min qty 6 Kilos) from Imbue Weddings by Albi.

6. Mini Buri Fan: $4.95 to buy from Imbue Weddings by Pink Frosting (tag and ribbon not included).

7. Favour Box with Star Fish by A Piece of Paris.

8. Vishnu Lotus Candle Cup: $8.95 each to buy or $2 each to hire (min qty 3) from Imbue Weddings by Albi.

9. Taylor Boats (set 2 largest 48cm): $69.95 to buy or $20 to hire (min qty 2 sets) from Imbue Weddings by Albi.

10. Photo by Mikel Vang.

11. Image from Lisa Vorce.

12. French Anemone Bouquet with Roses from The Knot.

Daring Dahlias

Dahlias are such a showy flower and the colours they come in are nothing short of stunning. Perfect for a modern , fun or tropical wedding. Originating in the mountain ranges of Mexico, Guatemala and Columbia (imagine their bright blooms wildly growing on mountains .. how beautiful) before they were discovered by the rest of the world, they are now grown prolifically in warmer climates. They are in season in Australia throught summer and autumn, but are very hard to get a hold of as a cut flower as they are grown mostly by cottage farmers and so you will only find they are available for one week every year.

Dahlias can grow from a little ball shape to the size of a dinner plate. Use Pom Pom Dahlias for a very interesting element in your arrangements or for cute button holes as seen below.

(Image Credit: Giniann Files; Nouveau Flowers & Paul Johnson Photography; Gloridmundi Floral Design New York; Joyelle West Photography; Nancy Birch & Kristin Studio.)

Winter Cherry Blossom Wedding

1. Farah Angsana Bridal Gown.
2. Angel Sanchez Evening Gown.
3. Willow Stem: $4.95 each to buy or $1.00 each to hire (min qty 12) from Imbue Weddings by Albi.
4. Vellore Lantern: $9.95 each to buy or $4 each to hire (min qty 12) from Imbue Weddings by Albi.
5. Santorini Placemat in whitewash: $6.95 to buy or $2.00 each to hire (min qty 12) from Imbue Weddings by Albi.
6. Antiqued Mirror Tealight Cups on Tray from Metro Style.
7. Emeline bottle (25cm): $39.95 each to buy or $15 each to hire (min qty 2) from Imbue Weddings by Albi.
8. Cherry Blossom Cake from The Knot.
9. Bridal Bouquet with dusty miller, peonies and berries, strung with wire and swaroskvi crystals from The Knot.
10. Table Setting from Martha Stewart.
11. Cherry Blossom Fabric by Romo Fabrics.

Green and White Wedding

(Image Credits: Top Row; Project Wedding; Heather and Scott; The Knot; Oscar De La Renta; Middle Row: Sweetums Cakes; InStyle Weddings; The Knot; Bottom Row: Beth Helmstetter.)

Chintz Chic

Chintz is the term used originally for calico cloth printed with flowers, imported from countries such as India in the 17th Century. Now the term applies to all pretty flower covered patterns on any fabric, which is widely used and a favourite in Shabby Chic or retro vintage interior design schemes. Translated into styling for weddings, this look is extremely feminine so you may want to warn your groom! Use a strict colour scheme, perhaps one with differing shades of one colour such as pink complimented by white and beige. Add quirky little touches such as lots of different vases for your table scaping using old ceramic milk jugs and sugar jars. Be ware... don't go overboard or your wedding will look like it was styled by your grandma. Keep it light and fresh with a minimalist edge.

COLOUR WHEEL

INSPIRATION

(Image Credits: Better Homes and Gardens; Antonis Achilleos from The Knot; Style Me Pretty; Martha Stewart; Imbue Weddings.)

Elio Moda .. for the groom.

"20 years ago, Elio Marzullo brought the european born concept of the fashion house to Australian shores. Situated on the corner of Edward and Elizabeth streets in central Brisbane, Elio Moda has stood alone as a fashion location; a hub of style and expertise; the address of the best dressed."

-Elio Moda.

Visit their website for more infomation and to make a booking with one of their fashion stylists.

(Image Credits: All Elio Moda.)

Tiffany Blue Wedding

1. Wedding dress suit by Chanel (Image by Elle)

2. Wedding Cake by Polka Dot Cookies and Cakes

3. Mini Wedding Cake Cookies as Favours by Polka Dot Cookies and Cakes

4. Glass Candy Jar from Imbue Weddings by Albi

5. Italian Wooden Folding Chair by Queensland Hire

6. Diamante Clutch Purse from Accessorize

7. Diamente Court Heel by Christian Louboutin

8. White Ranunculus Bouquet by Imbue Weddings

9. Place Setting by The Knot

10. Wishing Well by Project Weddings

Pink and Green Wedding

(Image Credits: Top Row: Jim Hjelm; Martha Stewart; The Knot; Alex Perry; Middle Row: The Knot; Bottom Row: The Knot; Project Wedding; The Knot; The Knot.)

Collette Dinnigans Latest Collection - Inspiration for Bridal Gowns and Bridesmaids Dresses

(Image Credits: Elle.)