The month of December is noted as the most popular for proposals, as many people choose to get engaged over the holiday season. If you fall into this category, we’d like to give you a few proposal ideas that you can use for inspiration – and a few suggestions on how to get your planning […]
Author Archive | Anna Porterfield
Wedding Details and Floral Extras
At Flora D’ Amore, we like to say “it’s in the details”. Our professional wedding consultants guarantee that we will pay attention to every detail of your day – from the opening strains of the wedding march to the final dance. This month, we are focusing on some of the smaller floral details that may […]
Metallic Wedding Details Add Glimmer and Shine
Utilizing metallic details in a wedding was once considered a trend, but after years of popularity these “must-have” accents have been established as one of the best ways to bring glitz and glamor to any wedding. If you are looking for professional floral designers to bring your vision of bridal bouquets and reception decor to […]
Orchid Bouquets and Design Elements
Of the vast array of floral choices available to brides, few are as coveted as the sophisticated and elegant orchid. The orchid embodies luxury and love; its rare and exotic beauty gives an exclusive air to not only the bride’s bouquet but to every element of the wedding day. The orchid occurs in such a wide […]
It’s Time for Holiday Wedding Planning
During hot summer days, the holidays seem a long way away – but now is actually the right time to begin speaking to a planning professional about your holiday wedding florals. And although you may think all florists are created equal, nothing can be further from the truth – not all florists have the same depth of […]
Pacific Northwest Designer Weddings
A wedding can be expensive, and as such brides are often looking for ways to cut corners and save money. But your wedding flowers are not the place to look for the cheapest option – they are one of the most prolific aspects of your wedding day, from the entrance to your ceremony to the […]
Some Traditional Duties of the Mother of the Bride
From the moment that she hears that her daughter is getting married, a mom has so many emotions, so many ideas and yes, so many opinions! But while in the past mothers played a major role in wedding planning, more contemporary brides (and grooms) are taking on more and more of the details. So, Mom, […]
Wedding Traditions and Where They Come From
There are few things more meaningful than a wedding. From “something borrowed, something blue” to the throwing of the bouquet, our wedding ceremonies are steeped in tradition and customs. We have family generational wedding traditions, societal traditions and cultural traditions – but the origins of most are nearly unknown in our contemporary world. As we […]
Our Favorite Summer Wedding Flowers
Planning a summer wedding here is not the same as in many places; where soaring temperatures challenge couples to keep both flowers and guests well hydrated so they don’t start to wilt. No, in this part of the country July and August are absolutely glorious, with balmy temperatures, lower chance of rain, and stunning outdoor locales […]
Flora D’Amore Tall Wedding Centerpieces
There are thousands of varieties of flowers, and therefore a myriad of ways to express yourself through floral arrangements at your wedding celebration. From classic roses to vibrant orchids, simply choosing a different flower can vastly change the ambiance of the day. In 2016, one of the hottest trends is tall centerpieces – they make […]