Dream Weddings Magazine - Devon & Cornwall - issue.30
Planning your wedding starts here and now and in Dream Weddings you will find tips and hints on every aspect of your big day, from the latest collections of gowns to transport, from wedding day etiquette to up-to-date fashions in flowers. You’ll also find advertisements from a whole army of local businesses, all with plenty of experience to call on. They will work with your ideas, offer creative suggestions of their own and find solutions to match every budget. They know the shortcuts and the pitfalls - and they’re fully aware of how important it is to you that everything runs smoothly. So start planning your big day. And enjoy every minute of it!
Planning your wedding starts here and now and in Dream Weddings you will find tips and hints on every aspect of your big day, from the latest collections of gowns to transport, from wedding day etiquette to up-to-date fashions in flowers. You’ll also find advertisements from a whole army of local businesses, all with plenty of experience to call on. They will work with your ideas, offer creative suggestions of their own and find solutions to match every budget. They know the shortcuts and the pitfalls - and they’re fully aware of how important it is to you that everything runs smoothly. So start planning your big day. And enjoy every minute of it!
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PHOTOS BY BRUCKSHAW PHOTOGRAPHY<br />
Roses,<br />
roses all<br />
the way?<br />
Your flowers are among your most important wedding<br />
accessories, but stunning arrangements don’t have to break the<br />
bank. So here are some top tips to help you make the most of<br />
your budget.<br />
Stretch your cash<br />
As much as you love those calla lilies, roses and orchids, these flowers do<br />
tend to be expensive. If your budget is tight, have these quality flowers<br />
included, but make them go a lot further with other complementary flowers<br />
and a great choice of foliage.<br />
We all love topiary trees, pomanders and sculpted designs, but these<br />
arrangements take a lot of work and a huge quantity of flowers to fill.<br />
Expect to double your flower budget if you must have these, but don’t feel<br />
they are your only option.<br />
Let your florist know your ideas and the chances are they can come up with<br />
something as perfect, but at half the cost.<br />
And remember, as any florist will confirm, if you’re getting married on or<br />
near Valentine’s Day or Mothers Day be prepared, your flowers will cost<br />
twice as much as demand is much higher.<br />
Double the effect<br />
Why not use table mirrors to reflect the table centrepieces? This way the<br />
mirror reflects the arrangement, making the eye think the bouquet is much<br />
bigger. Mirrors also allow the light to lift the arrangements, which makes<br />
them much more visible when you walk into the reception room – just what<br />
you want for that ‘wow’ factor.<br />
Alternate arrangements<br />
A lavish table centrepiece that would be perfect for the reception may look<br />
expensive, but don’t let it put you off – why not alternate between two<br />
designs across all of the tables? A smaller, but equally fitting arrangement,<br />
could go on every other table, accompanied by some well chosen candles.<br />
This could take a third off the cost of these arrangements in one hit.<br />
Bring on a substitute<br />
Many people have a favourite flower. But the demand of a much-loved<br />
bloom in a preferred colour can push up the cost. Why not discuss with<br />
your florist the possibility of other flowers that would be suitable? There are<br />
many flowers that have a similar appearance but at a fraction of the cost.<br />
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