Happy Friday! I thought I’d leave you for the week with a pretty bouquet by Akiko Floral Artistry. Jennifer’s currently embarking on a solo floral business, so once she settles in, you’ll be seeing more of her work on Wedding Obsession. Luckily for us, she’s agreed to be a regular guest blogger. The photos are [...]

Anyone obsessed with Martha Stewart Weddings magazine like myself? When I saw Kristen and Jon’s Palm Springs wedding in the latest summer issue, I knew I just had to post it for those of you who haven’t seen it. The spurts of color and adorable dress make this wedding a flirty-fun affair that’s beyond stylish. [...]

Now this is my kind of wedding! Rosella from Studio Bloom stopped to share some of the florals that she created for Amanda & Kyle’s wedding in Calgary, Alberta. This particular wedding was featured in the July 2009 issue of Avenue Magazine and the images were captured by the very talented Photobolic, based in Calgary [...]

Oh lovely lovely lace. I used to think lace was a traditional material that grandmothers would wear, until I embraced the feminity & vintage ‘feel’ it brings to just about anything. Usually, you would think about incorporating lace into your wedding gown or veil, but I’ve noticed lately that it can be used as a [...]

I’m going to be greedy here, and create a post dedicated to my spring flower choices, considering my wedding will be in late may. Since the flower colors are white and green, I guess I have some options!

Daffodils
Peonies
Lily of the Valley
Anemones
Freesia
Ranunculus
Tulips
Hyacinths
Sweet Pea
Green mums (year round)
Roses (year round)
Orchids (year round)
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And of the course the alternatives:
Green Hypericum [...]

I’m smitten with this colour palette. Maybe I just miss spring !
{bridesmaid dress: Jenny Yoo – flowers: theknot.com – grey shoes: j. crew}
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Lily of the Valley
smell: woodsy, yet romantic
month: available year-round but it’s name associates it with the month of may
downfall: costly
It can also be use in small quantities to spice up your bouquet:

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I came across a nice list of wedding flowers and their hidden symbolic meanings over at Real Simple Weddings and thought it would be worthwhile to share. What flowers are you choosing for your bouquet?
As of now, my choice bouquet will include ivory roses, Cymbidium green orchids and green hypericum berries.
What does that mean? LOVE, [...]

I have a new found obsession with peonies! I’ve got some in my backyard and I’m impatiently waiting for them to bloom. I love how a  simple collection of a few peonies can make a beautiful bouquet or centerpiece!

{images from the knot.com – 1, 2, 3}
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As you all know, I am a HUGE fan of Etsy and love the personal touches of handmade items. I still remember posting about a beaded bouquet that I thought was amazing, so  I thought it would be nice to talk to the innovator behind the creation & BeadFlora on Etsy. Fen is a regular [...]