Wedding Trends from a Floral Designer’s Perspective
The Barn at Reynolda Village is happy to welcome guest bloggers, Jennifer and Jessica from Green Bee Floral Designs. Jenn and Jessica have been a part of The Barn family since day one and we are grateful for the many ways they have enhanced our space with their amazing floral talents! Read on to enjoy a terrific perspective on 2024 floral wedding trends!
Bouquets + Personals
Gone are the day of heading to Pinterest and creating an overload of bridal bouquets pins on a board that has no thoughtful intent toward style, silhouette and overall design of your wedding gown. You spend so much time and money toward picking out your bridal gown, why would your not do the same selecting the one item you hold that highlights it?
Your bouquet should be the perfect compliment to your wedding gown. We want to see you walking down the aisle, not just what you are holding.
Your bouquet should be light, airy, and easy to carry and move around for pictures. Think beyond your bridesmaids' dress colors, and be more intentional about size, color contrast (including greenery), and weight.
If you are considering stronger colors in your bouquet, know that in most cases, the contrast against any shade of white is going to give you a lot of impact, so often a smaller bouquet is suitable. Consider mixing in shades of muted tones, pastel, or white and ivory to bridge that stronger color and soften it.
The same holds true for bridesmaids' bouquets. As a rule, we like to go smaller in general. Should they have darker dresses, lighter florals are going to give more bang for your buck, so no need for a larger bouquet here.
Overall, you will find that smaller, more delicate and thoughtful bouquets and personals are always more appreciated over large and bulky that covers everyone up.
Photo courtesy of Julia Wade Photography.
Timeless Ceremony Decor
Your ceremony florals should always frame and highlight the main event and never take away from it. If you are going big and bold with your florals early in the event, we will always encourage you to have a secondary focal place to have those florals later on.
Going big doesn't mean over the top and distracting to the bride and groom's presence. We want a lot of impact, with not a lot of focus taken away from the couple. Sometimes that means less florals, sometimes not.
As long as big impact, large budget flowers still convey quiet elegance, with purposeful intent to the overall floral budget, then we are all in!
Photo courtesy of Julia Wade Photography.
Bold Focal Cocktail + Reception Pieces
As florists, we understand the transformative power of flowers. They have the ability to elevate any space, turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. When it comes to the wedding reception, we see more brides making a move toward bold floral arrangements at some focal area of the night.
Make a dramatic statement right from the start with a stunning floral piece that greets guest at cocktail hour, whether it's a floral chandelier over the large bar or a massive escort card display with vibrant blooms or minimalist and modern. A bold cocktail hour installation sets the stage for the festivities to come.
Large scale florals that anchor the room full of blooms, branches, and foliage in tall glass or metals stands are always show-stoppers. These larger-than-life centerpieces are beautiful whether pin-lit or glowing by candlelight.
Dance floor and band stage florals are the ultimate splurge, helping create a photo-worthy backdrop for so many of your reception moments. Whether it's a full-scale living wall covered in greenery and flowers, a simple display of loose greens, or rambling planters along the dance floor; each option provides the perfect aesthetic for capturing lasting moments with your loved ones.
Remember, your wedding day is a reflection of your unique style and personality. With the right floral arrangements, you can turn your wedding reception into an unforgettable experience that will be remembered for years to come.
Photo courtesy of James Piedad Photography.
As wedding florists, we are honored to bring our clients' visions to life and create magical moments that will be cherished for a lifetime. Whether it's an intimate garden affair or a lavish modern celebration, flowers have the power to transform any space.
Here's to celebrating love in all its forms, and to the endless possibilities that lie ahead in the world of wedding flowers. Cheers to a spring wedding season filled with what we do best, a abundance of exquisite flowers.
We are so glad you are here!
Jennifer + Jessica
Photo courtesy of David Howell Photography.
Ready to see how florals can play a part in your celebration at The Barn at Reynolda Village? Give us a call at 336.758. BARN or send an email to tabatha@reynoldabarn.com. Find prices and packages on our website and enjoy beautiful images on Instagram, Pinterest, and Facebook. Hope to see you soon!