Purple is IN!

Purple is the new "buzz" color for this coming wedding season. Purple is my favorite color - so I am very excited to start creating lots of unique color combinations using purple and flowers. I tend to me more of a fan of dark purples, plums etc., rather than the laveder shades and that's where the current trend lies. However, I really love this new rose variety named Ocean Song. It's a soft lavender color. I love it paired with other dark and rich colors such as, blues, burgundy, brown and black. All of the "b" colors apparently.

This particular bouquet was made with Ocean Song Roses, cabernet colored Kangaroo Paw, purple Thistle and salmon Hypericum berry. I like the contrast between the dark colors of the Thistle and the K-paw against the lighter shades of the Rose and Hypericum Berry. I think I could even toss out the Berry and I'd like it even more. Some Peacock feathers instead would be striking.

Enjoy!

Best of Western Washington 2008!

The winners were announced and Elements in Bloom tied for 2nd place for Best of Western Washington Wedding Flowers category. We are very excited about this incredible honor. It is so wonderful to be recognized among some of the most prominent floral designers in the business.

Thank you to all who contributed in the voting process and helped us get the word out, we really appreciate it. If it weren't for you we would not be where we are today.

Be sure to check out all the other winners! Specifically, The Antheia Ballroom in Snohomish won for best venue!

THANK YOU!

Summer into Fall Bouquet

A compilation of summer flowers representing a fall color scheme. Papery and delicate strawflower in oranges, yellows and pinks. Scabiosa pods and China Berries in pale green.

Burgundy Celosia peeking through.

Real Weddings: Debbie & Adam 6.28.08

Here are the pictures I recieved from her photographer Fred Calma Photography of Debbie & Adam wedding. They were married at Snoqualmie Ridge Golf Course and the day was just gorgeous for them.

Debbie went back and forth on color selection and I'm so glad she convinced herself with my nudging to go with the orange and blue. It's such a fun and striking color combination. That beautiful aqual blue and rich orange really compliment each other well.

Rich oranges for Debbie's bouquet with Roses, Calla Lilies and Celosia.

Hydrangea & Rose centerpieces that appear to be nestled among a combination of orange rose petals.

White Carnation Pomanders for the aisleway.

Thanks Debbie & Adam!

Orange Callas... Simply Stunning!

I just can't get enough of these orange Calla Lilies. They are gorgeous! My photography isn't too shabby either...

These arrangements are from Heather & David's wedding on 10.04.08 at Alki's Salty's Restaurant .

I love the striking contrast between the grey and browns of the driftwood, rocks & chains and the sporadic blues of a nautical background and then the rich and bright orange Calla Lily bouquet popping out of the photo.

The Bridal Bouquet with the Maid of Honor's bouquet in the foreground. Beautifully clean and green stems and an ivory satin wrap.

Gone Fishing!

We created simple yet satisfying centerpieces for the reception. A bundled bouquet of calla lilies resting in glass cylinders with natural river rock pebbles. The greys, browns and white's of the river rocks ties in all the colors in the flowers and the room.

This would be a great idea for the bride who's budget conscious. The Bridesmaids bouquets could then double as table centerpieces.

Simple Lily Grass wraps on the stems of the Calla Lilies secured with three black pins and the grasses naturally creating a ribbon tie.

The Guest Book table arrangement.

One of Altar pieces. The arrangements lend a feel for fall and harvest. A unique combination of oranges, burgundy, yellow, greens & purples. Oak leaves, Artichoke Hearts, Gerbera Daisies, Snapdragons, Echinacea, Fern Curls, Tulips and more.

Check back, as I will be posting the professional photography when I receive it as well.