Nice Day for a (Winter) White Wedding

Best Wishes for a Very Happy New Year!

I had every intention of posting during the holidays, my absolute favorite time of year, but work was (thankfully) quite abundant and I just never had a moment to sit down... until now!

Here it is, January, a time that can seem dreary, cold, lifeless even. But it doesn't have to be! When it comes to weddings and other events especially, the winter season brings with it a whole bevy of blossoms- amaryllis, tulips, ranunculus, anemone, flowering quince branches- that can remind you that while it may be bare outside, the arrangements can be as lush as ever.

When I visit the wholesalers, I tend to gravitate towards the bolder colors- hot pinks, plums, deep purples, even red sometimes. But the neutrals have been catching my eye lately as well. A party or wedding with a winter white scheme can be very satisfying to the eye. Whites, ivories, creams, silvers, and even a little blush here and there are a very soothing combo that can be sophisticated, clean, and elegant, a perfect compliment to any interior- or a cold, wintry exterior, for that matter!

Here are some inspirations I found that fit in with my idea of a beautiful winter wedding:

Bouquets

It takes two hands to hold this one- with roses, pine cones, orchids,
dusty miller, and eucalyptus to name a few!


Loosely arranged blush and white roses with feathers
and silver brunia


Nothing more than country roadside "weeds" and white feathers-
but absolutely perfect


Anemone, berzelia, and lady slipper orchids- unexpected and totally unique

Roses, ranunculus, freesia- and a gorgeous ribbon

Silver foliage and a satin blue ribbon are a perfect match



Boutonnieres

Love the feathers, a great alternative to blooms.


Centerpieces

Pinecones and Paperwhites- rustic and relaxed

The color can really set of the whites here...

...and silver here.

Simple bunches of Amaryllis make a long-lasting statement

Magnolia leaves have a gorgeous velvety underside
that lend great color and texture

Football mums and dusty miller- and terrific containers!

Cake...

I'm drawn to anything with a bird on it- what
a beautiful design!

...and candles, lots of them!

One of my tasks over the holidays was a small second wedding reception that fits in well with this scheme of white in winter. Here are a few shots from this event...




Stay tuned for part two of this post. I am designing a wedding in a couple weeks that will tie in with this theme as well. Whites, silvers, and a hint of peachy pink and pop of coral to warm it up a bit- and of course, lots of candlelight!