Kat and Ryan Wedding - Bridal Bouquet - New York Botanical Garden - Laurie Rhodes Photography

Planning & Inspiration

Color Us Happy: Vibrant Wedding Palette Ideas

 

Kat and Ryan Wedding - Bridal Bouquet - New York Botanical Garden - Laurie Rhodes Photography

Kat and Ryan Wedding – Bridal Bouquet – New York Botanical Garden – Laurie Rhodes Photography

 

Scientists have conducted numerous research studies to confirm that certain colors have special ‘powers’ that influence our emotions and behaviors. The official term is ‘color psychology.’ Red is associated with passion, blue is calming, yellow means happiness, pink is romantic, orange is playful, green is refreshing and purple relates to creativity. As wedding floral designers, one of the best perks of the job is getting to witness the power of color first hand.

Sure, all white with a touch of green here and there is a classic mainstay that looks great across seasons and venues. This post is for our readers who are thinking about exploring color’s emotional expression. Often in our experience, a few slight adjustments in intensity and brightness is what is needed to take an arrangement to the next level. An exuberant floral theme just sings to the joyous feelings of love that fill a couple’s big day. For inspiration, we went through the Real BB Weddings archives and rounded up our favorite vibrant wedding palette ideas.
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Sunita & Daren Wedding - Delphinium Ceremony Arch - Gotham Hall NYC - Kirra Cheers Photography

Planning & Inspiration

Beautiful Ideas With Delphinium Wedding Flowers

We’re not surprised that the delphinium has emerged as a favorite wedding bloom with our brides this season. Also known as the line flower and ‘larkspur’, the delphinium has a long stock covered with tiny blossoms making it the perfect accent for a centerpiece or bouquet. As one of the few true blue flowers in nature, it grows in a spectrum of blue shades ranging from pale and whispery to dark and intense.

 

Sunita & Daren Wedding - Delphinium Ceremony Arch - Gotham Hall NYC - Kirra Cheers Photography

Sunita & Daren Wedding – Delphinium Ceremony Arch – Gotham Hall NYC – Kirra Cheers Photography

 

The flower’s name originates from the Greek word “delphis” meaning dolphin. This description refers to its closed flower buds, which resemble a dolphin’s nose. In the language of flowers, the delphinium symbolizes an open heart, overall positivity, and fun and cheerfulness. Essentially, every quality you want on hand as you start a new life with the one you love most!
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Madalyn & Jonathan Wedding - Bride and Father Dance - Hanging Roses - Guastavino's NYC - Joshua Zuckerman Photography

Planning & Inspiration

Beautiful Ideas for Hanging Flowers On Your Wedding Dance Floor

Imagine looking up during your first dance and seeing a stunning canopy of flowers hanging above you. Wedding flowers are no longer reserved just for the table. When it comes to incorporating blooms into the reception, couples are getting creative, using high-impact arrangements to define the most important spaces.

 

Ina and Kevin Wedding - Hanging Floral Chandelier - The Park Hyatt NYC - Christian Oth Studio

Ina and Kevin Wedding – Hanging Floral Chandelier – The Park Hyatt NYC – Christian Oth Studio

 

Between the aforementioned first dance, father-daughter dance, and any special wedding traditions you plan on including in the festivities, the dance floor is an area that receives a lot of attention. One of our current wedding decor obsessions is hanging florals! Many of our brides are taking the concept to the dance floor. We’ve had the pleasure of working on unique designs that are not only beautiful to look at, but evoke a joyous reception atmosphere that will have guests partying all night long! Looking for inspiration? Here are our favorite ideas for decorating with florals on the dance floor.
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