Wedding Inspiration Series: Colour Palette Ideas
Weâre back with our latest blog mini-series, with the aim of giving you all the inspiration you need to get into wedding planning. I know that a lot of the different areas of wedding planning can beâŚletâs say, un-funâŚbut I hope that all of the pretty can feel like a breath of fresh air for you and reinvigorate your ideas with new inspo!
Today weâre highlighting colour palette inspiration trending for 2025. If youâve been following me for any amount of time, youâll know that Iâm OBSESSED WITH COLOUR. And when I say that, donât get nervous: when I say COLOUR, I donât mean that it has to be neon. Or rainbow. Or Crayloa bright (unless thatâs what you want).
Thereâs such a wide range of what we can do with colour. It really sets the stage for your overall ambiance and vibe, and thatâs why colour palette is ALWAYS what I start with when I design a wedding. Layering in different shades and tones, adding depth in just the right places, or a pop of something really vibrant to bring that breath of lifeâŚnothing but colour can do that.
Inspiration For yOur Wedding Colour Palette
Weâre back with our latest blog mini-series, with the aim of giving you all the inspiration you need to get into wedding planning. I know that a lot of the different areas of wedding planning can beâŚletâs say, un-funâŚbut I hope that all of the pretty can feel like a breath of fresh air for you and reinvigorate your ideas with new inspo!
Today weâre highlighting colour palette inspiration trending for 2025. If youâve been following me for any amount of time, youâll know that Iâm OBSESSED WITH COLOUR. And when I say that, donât get nervous: when I say COLOUR, I donât mean that it has to be neon. Or rainbow. Or Crayloa bright (unless thatâs what you want).
Thereâs such a wide range of what we can do with colour. It really sets the stage for your overall ambiance and vibe, and thatâs why colour palette is ALWAYS what I start with when I design a wedding. Layering in different shades and tones, adding depth in just the right places, or a pop of something really vibrant to bring that breath of lifeâŚnothing but colour can do that.
Photos by Brittany Mahood
Colour Palette Inspo 1: Pastels
One of the main things Iâm seeing for next year is pastels on pastels. 10 years ago we did a ton of romantic pastels, and itâs back in a big Taylor Swift-loving way. But, weâre not just going to go sugar sticky sweet with baby pinks and blues and lavenders. Weâll amp it up in a modern way, of course! That might be a hint of lime or a few pops of saturated pinks that blend with the softer tones, like in the image below.
One of the best ways to ensure that youâll love your pastel palette is to use locally grown flowers. Locally grown flowers are the BEST for blending a delicious palette (but, of course, youâre limited on the season). Weâll often see multiple tones within a single local bloom, which is what gives us the ability to blend that palette and create something with depth for you.
Below is one of my favourite bouquets I designed this year, in a lovely pastel fluttery combination that was meant to compliment her fluttery ethereal dress. We used more saturated peaches and lavenders throughout the decor flowers, but her bouquet was light and dreamy.
Colour Inspo 2: Reds
Just like in fashion, red has been all the rage in weddings and itâll continue to move that way for another year or two. I know that a lot of you are afraid of red. You donât have to be. Yes, itâs bold and it makes a statement BUT do you really want to spend a lot of money on a wedding that doesnât make any statement at all?
A few ways to play with this:
-Go for a full monochromatic look. Shades of red together is really strong and delicious. I remember a former boss of mine softly suggesting to a bride that she not choose red and white, because it would look like the target symbolâŚamen to that! If youâre going to go for a bold tone like red, then fully commit to get the most impact.
-Red can read very classic. It can also read very modern, or very bold, etc etc. Choose what direction you want to go and make sure to communicate that to your floral designer, because different shades or varieties of flowers will make or break your look.
-Donât be afraid to darken your palette for a moody fall/winter wedding, or play it up with some chartreuse or caramel tones for something more summery and fun.
Above are two images from a recent fall wedding we designed at the WAG with Soiree Event Planning. The creative brief called for deep, moody tones of burgundies, dark reds, and plums with architecturally-inspired designs. Obviously we LOVED IT. Much more to come!
Colour Inspo 3: Soft Yellows
This is obviously an extension of the pastel palettes, but one shade I expect weâll be seeing a lot of (and that I would LOVE to design for you!!) is soft yellow. This hue has a naturally wildflower look to it, and pairs beautifully with soft greens and whites for a really fresh feel. I think soft yellow is best when left on its own or in a simple pairing like these images below, but you could also tuck in a bit of pale pink for some more femininity.
Now, one thing to know is that there arenât a ton of readily available soft yellow flowers. Itâs strange â some of our local growers specifically save seed from their blooms that have been paler than others, so that they can try to encourage the lighter tones more. So, the key is just to avoid using anything thatâs too bright, and then working with your fashion and stationery choices to bring in more of that soft yellow. And donât be put off if your florist suggests something thatâs âcreamâ because that can be the perfect way to pull it together!
LOOKING FOR A WEDDING FLORAL AND EVENT DESIGNER IN WINNIPEG?
I hope you get the idea now, that weâre unapologetic lovers of colour. We would love to make some magic happen for your wedding.
Call me biased, but flowers are the best way to make a statement at your wedding. Whether you already have a specific vision or want me to dream up something custom just for you, reach out to Stone House Creative for stunning bridal bouquets, truly unique ceremony backdrops, and beautiful floral centrepieces to create the perfect ambiance for your wedding!
Wedding Inspiration Series: Centrepieces and Tablescape Design
Weâre back with our latest blog mini-series, with the aim of giving you all the inspiration you need to get into wedding planning. I know that a lot of the different areas of wedding planning can beâŚletâs say, un-funâŚbut I hope that all of the pretty can feel like a breath of fresh air for you and reinvigorate your ideas with new inspo!
Today weâre highlighting centrepiece and tablescaping inspiration. There are a few cool design ideas starting to make their rounds, so Iâll highlight some of these, and give you some budget ideas should you find something that you want to focus on at your wedding!
Inspiration For yOur Wedding Centrepieces
Weâre back with our latest blog mini-series, with the aim of giving you all the inspiration you need to get into wedding planning. I know that a lot of the different areas of wedding planning can beâŚletâs say, un-funâŚbut I hope that all of the pretty can feel like a breath of fresh air for you and reinvigorate your ideas with new inspo!
Today weâre highlighting centrepiece and tablescaping inspiration. There are a few cool design ideas starting to make their rounds, so Iâll highlight some of these, and give you some budget ideas should you find something that you want to focus on at your wedding!
Photos by Grace and Ardor
Design Idea 1: CaterPIllar Style Round Tables
Thereâs a definitive trend of round tables positioned in a curved line, creating a long tablescape. This looks cool, and itâs a really fun way to fill space in a big ballroom, but for most guest lists, itâs not actually practical. This style seats very few people, and is kind of isolating in the way that chairs are positioned. So while it looks cool, itâs probably not actually something weâre going to see much of.
Design Idea 2: Creating Height Between TAbles
Bringing height between your tables is a surefire way to create a unique statement â whatever you want that statement to be. Tall arrangements set on pedestals and breaking up the floor plan can be a way to create opulence, or create some modern moodiness with bar-back style tables and large planters.
A few ways to play with this:
-Add pedestals between lengths of long tables, with tall arrangements placed on top. This can create an art gallery type of effect, and could also allow you to go simpler on the table tops themselves (a runner of candles with a few statement floral moments throughout a room would be amazing!!).
-Curved light stands with suspended lamp shades or florals arching over a table would be amazing. If this excites you, come talk to me. Your girl has got IDEAS she is wanting to play with. And Mix Event Rentals in Winnipeg offers these stands!
-Trees (real or faux!) placed throughout the room or behind the bar would be such a cool way to bring some height to the space while also feeling very organic and fresh.
How to Accomplish this in Winnipeg:
Below are images from a recent Clear Lake wedding we designed the florals for, and these tall silk trees were brought in from House of Silk to place around the outskirts of the dance floor. It added amazing ambiance! Photos by Brittany Mahood, with much more to come from this gorgeous day.
Design Idea 3: minimalist tablescaping with a grounded floral focal point
Iâm sure Iâve said this many times, but itâs always a great move to plan for a few design focal points, allowing you to go big in a couple of high traffic areas while keeping it more attainable in other areas. This is the perfect example â minimalist tablescaping, with a grounded floral focal point. A dramatic floral moment like this pairs beautifully with candles and petite florals, because that negative space is an important part of creating a modern design.
A few ideas if you this design style:
-If budget is tighter, invest in only one of these pieces at your head table. Itâll naturally draw eyes to you and make you feel amazing, creating the ambiance you dream of but at a more attainable total budget.
-Waterfall or growing up, you decide! The two main ways to feature a design like this will be either a waterfall end-cap, which starts on the tabletop itself and then cascades off the edge of the table, or a piece situated on the floor and grows up the table.
-If you chose a ground-based piece that grows up the table, this is something that can (with the help of the right floral designer) be repurposed from your ceremony. As a lover of good design, though, please choose the right floral designer. Itâs so easy to make a piece like this fall flat and bland. Itâs not always as easy as picking up a piece that was lining your aisle and popping it on the ground. While that can look great, it can be so much better.
-While the budget for a floral installation piece like this will always be a range, if you want a piece thatâs more floral-heavy, expect to budget at least $1000 and if youâre okay with something more green-heavy like the below left image, you can likely get away with something more in the $700 range. If you like a free-standing piece like the bottom right, you can probably be safe in the $500 range.
Below are a few recent designs that weâve tackled here at Stone House! These floral waterfalls were a HUGE hit â this end of the tables was what guests saw when they entered the space, and I canât tell you how many times I heard âgasp! the florals!â and that makes my heart SO happy.
And another idea â it would also be divine to go minimalistic on those tabletops but go big UP. Hanging pieces or a greenery/floral canopy above your tables with simple candlelight or bud vases on the tables themselves makes an enormous impact.
Iâve always been so inspired by this image below on the left, where the tables had to be quite narrow to fit enough guests into the space. So, the designer cleverly chose only to use candles on the tabletop, but to do a lush greenery canopy above.
On the right are images from two weddings where we took a similar inspiration, but applied it at different budget points and aesthetics to local venues!
LOOKING FOR A WEDDING FLORAL AND EVENT DESIGNER IN WINNIPEG?
We can design a beautiful, unique wedding environment for you. Find out more about our floral services by inquiring below!
Call me biased, but flowers are the best way to make a statement at your wedding. Whether you already have a specific vision or want me to dream up something custom just for you, reach out to Stone House Creative for stunning bridal bouquets, truly unique ceremony backdrops, and beautiful floral centrepieces to create the perfect ambiance for your wedding!
Wedding Inspiration Series: Ceremony Designs
Iâm introducing a new mini-series to the blog today, with the aim of giving you all the inspiration you need to get into wedding planning. I know that a lot of the different areas of wedding planning can beâŚletâs say, un-funâŚbut I hope that all of the pretty can feel like a breath of fresh air for you and reinvigorate your ideas with new inspo!
Weâll start with your wedding ceremony. Iâll highlight some of the general design ideas that couples like to use, and give you some budget ideas should you find something that you want to focus on at your wedding!
Inspiration For yOur Wedding Ceremony
Iâm introducing a new mini-series to the blog today, with the aim of giving you all the inspiration you need to get into wedding planning. I know that a lot of the different areas of wedding planning can beâŚletâs say, un-funâŚbut I hope that all of the pretty can feel like a breath of fresh air for you and reinvigorate your ideas with new inspo!
Weâll start with your wedding ceremony. Iâll highlight some of the general design ideas that couples like to use, and give you some budget ideas should you find something that you want to focus on at your wedding!
Photos by Brittany Mahood
Design Idea 1: Ground-Based Florals
Ground-based florals have been gaining in popularity for probably the last 5 or 6 years, often seen as a ânestâ or horseshoe shaped installation around the couple, and over the years, loosening up to become more organic in shape and style. Some designers will also refer to this as a ground-arch.
A few pros of this design style:
-Ground-pieces are generally very easy to repurpose to highlight other areas at your wedding. If your designer needs to build up to create a lot of height then there will likely be some pieces of the design that will look wonky on their own, but overall, there will likely be a lot of pieces that can be moved over to your reception.
-This is also a very easy type of design element to scale differently. This means that you can go a lot smaller â note: I didnât say smallâŚjust small-er than what youâre seeing in these amazing Pinterest inspo pics to be a more attainable budget item.
Things to know if this is what you want:
If youâre dreaming of ground-based floral pieces for your ceremony, there are a few things you can keep in mind and talk about with your floral designer as it will impact how your designer creates the pieces and what the end budget needs to be:
-How you want to repurpose these pieces at the reception (a fireplace mantle? End-caps for your head table? A seating chart accent?).
-How much time the floral team has to flip the pieces from the ceremony to the reception.
-How the overall ceremony space is laid out. Will the ground pieces need to be fully floral on both sides, or can one side be a foliage back?
-How much height would you like? Whatâs the size of the space that you have to work with? How wide is the aisle?
-Do you want a fully connected u-shaped nest, or will the pieces be more individual?
-Generally, this is not going to be a low-budget price point, because of the quantity of pieces and floral that youâll need, especially to create an appropriate scale.
The photos below showcase ideas for repurposing your ground pieces from our modern country tent wedding with Kass Donaldson.
Design Idea 2: Pedestal Pieces
There are tons of different ways that pedestals can be used in your ceremony design! I love using multiple differing heights of pedestals (also called pillars or plinths), with arrangements on top as well as clustered on the floor at the base of the pedestals.
A few pros of this design style:
-The aesthetic can range from very classic to very modern, so you can truly find your own style here.
-Pedestal pieces are also very easy to repurpose! Theyâre generally going to be quite large, though of course thatâs not consistent across the board, so you can repurpose them throughout your reception to make a statement.
Things to know if this is what you want:
-Each of these arrangements is going to cost you, as they need to be large in size, but the budget here is going to range widely depending on how many pedestals and pieces you wish to feature.
-Be sure to communicate your style to your floral designer, so they can customize the overall design to your aesthetic.
-Youâll need to determine how these pieces are going to be used, so your designer knows whether they need to be fully sided in floral, or if a green-only back is sufficient.
-Some ideas for how to repurpose: at your welcome or seating display areas, placed at either end of the bar, or strategically placed throughout your reception space to create an art-installation inspired floorplan.
How to Accomplish this in Winnipeg:
Weâve got an amazing wedding industry in Winnipeg given our cityâs size, but we definitely do feel the limitations on available rentals. Luckily, Creating a Scene and Collective Event Rentals both offer rental collections that include multiple styles of pedestals that will create a great ceremony design, including clear acrylic, mirrored gold, modern white or classic trimmed white, and round plinths. Below are a few recent weddings weâve designed with some great local options!
Design Idea 3: Floral Arches
I donât think a great floral arch will ever go out of style! Theyâre one of my favourite things to design because they create such a natural focal point for your ceremony. Thereâs something so special to me about designing a beautiful space where the two of you start your lives together, and standing under/in front of an arch is a great way to do it.
A few pros of this design style:
-Itâs gorgeous. Itâs always gorgeous.
-We have some definitely flexibility with design â a full floral installation or a partial design, a rounded arch or a 2 piece, and of course thereâs lots that we can do with colour and texture to create a unique piece for you.
Things to know if this is what you want:
-Arches are not the easiest to repurpose, but itâs not impossible. It does, however, take some dedicated time and multiple people to do it, so youâll likely be charged a higher flip fee. There will also need to be some re-designing because things will inevitably have shifted around or need refreshing.
-One of my favourite arches Iâve ever done was fully colour-blocked. Itâs a bold look and not for everyone, but it can make a serious statement.
-I LOVE to see a cake moved under the arch for the reception â your cake deserves a focal moment, and this is a fun way to do it!
-From a budget perspective, this is going to need a healthy budget. No matter the design, this requires an arch rental, a lot of floral ingredients, and an experienced design eye and hand.
Below are a few different arch styles that weâve designed to give you an idea of what can be done! Weâre always thinking about colour, placement, and scale while we work, to ensure that you get the best possible finished product. Photos from L-R by Brittany Mahood, Cojo Photo, Keila Marie, and Carm Photo.
Design Idea 4: EnvironmentAl Design
Environmental design, as in, creating a full environment for you. This allows us to create something immersive, artistic, and incredibly romantic. Youâre encased in floral. Yes, please.
A few pros of this design style:
-This will be a fully custom design, just for you. Youâll have the opportunity to work with your floral designer and your wedding planner to create something awe-inspiring. Truly, need I say more?
-This gives us so much opportunity to explore your colour palette, your textures, your overall aesthetic.
Things to know if this is what you want:
-It should go without being said: this will be a very high price tag. Please donât get mad at a floral designer whoâs quoting you 5 figures for something like this because thatâs what it takes to get it done.
-Thereâs a large possibility that many elements of this type of design can be repurposed, but again, not without a large floral team and a lot of time to make it happen.
-You should absolutely consider having some of your portraits or wedding party photos taken in your environment, but that needs to be built into your timeline because Iâll tell you what, something like this is going to take a long time to be completed.
-Your timeline needs to give a very large amount of time to a design like this.
Photos below from this incredible workshop for floral designers I was thrilled to attend, by Grace & Ardor.
LOOKING FOR A WEDDING FLORAL AND EVENT DESIGNER IN WINNIPEG?
We can design a beautiful, unique wedding environment for you. Find out more about our floral services by inquiring below!
Call me biased, but flowers are the best way to make a statement at your wedding. Whether you already have a specific vision or want me to dream up something custom just for you, reach out to Stone House Creative for stunning bridal bouquets, truly unique ceremony backdrops, and beautiful floral centrepieces to create the perfect ambiance for your wedding!
A Springtime Floral Dream ~ Reverdie Workshop
Earlier this spring, before wedding season kicked off, I travelled about an hour outside of Montreal to attend Reverdie, a floral design workshop. Hosted by Trille Floral (a Canadian designer) and Winsome Floral (an American designer), the experience was quite amazing.
Iâve always believed that hands-on floral design education, and inspiration, is of utmost importance. Itâs been a few years since Iâve been able to attend a workshop, and it was worth every penny and every moment. Let me tell you about it.
Earlier this spring, before wedding season kicked off, I travelled about an hour outside of Montreal to attend Reverdie, a floral design workshop. Hosted by Trille Floral (a Canadian designer) and Winsome Floral (an American designer), the experience was quite amazing.
Iâve always believed that hands-on floral design education, and inspiration, is of utmost importance. Itâs been a few years since Iâve been able to attend a workshop, and it was worth every penny and every moment. Let me tell you about it.
Photos by Grace & Ardor Co
When I started working in flowers, I was quite apprehensive about actually designing. In fact, it was quite a long time before I was âallowedâ to design. Despite that, I received some really wonderful hands-on design training and solid basics and mechanics from several of my colleagues, who I still consider to be some of the best designers in Canada. When I left that retail shop, and then eventually started Stone House Creative, I made it a priority to continue investing in hands-on and online design training. Itâs really cost me quite a lot of money, but I donât regret it at all.
A strong sense of basics, design elements, colour theory, and flower care are all of high importance in floral design. Without these, you canât figure out your own style or create pieces that both look good and hold up. So to all of you who may be interested in floral design, please donât hesitate to receive hands-on training. Yes, itâs an investment. But just as I wouldnât trust a dentist who hasnât gone to dental school, I wouldnât be comfortable with a floral designer charging for their work without investing in any actual training (and yes, obviously I understand that thereâs an enormous difference between a medical professional and floral design).
Reverdie was a 4 day experience, set at a beautiful European-inspired chateau and vineyard where we all were able to stay on-site. The first afternoon, we met and got to know each other, and then sat down for a welcome dinner that was absolutely incredible.
We sat at the long table above, with a simplistic and inspiring design of simple spirea arrangements and warm toned candles and linens.
On day 2, we sat for 2 design training sessions before letting loose into the flowers: centrepiece arrangements, and bouquet design.
Above is the arrangement I created. Trille and Winsome have a slightly different process for designing arrangements than I do, so it was cool to give that a shot and see the final product. The tulips were absolutely incredible, so I wanted to make them the real focal point and let them do their thing. I love the wonky lines that tulip stems create, and this cinnamon-and-butter palette was so lovely for spring.
Love these table designs? Let's talk about what makes them amazing.
1: Repetition of Elements
The overall tablescapes here are quite straightforward: a pairing of candles, a floral moment // A pairing of candles, a floral moment // A pairing of candles, a floral moment...you get the drill. If you're unsure how to design a great tablescape, keep it simple!
2: Florals en Masse
Our first two dinners had striking floral centrepieces, and possibly what's most striking is that we have just one ingredient, en masse. This is a design tactic that always feels clean and elevated to me. If this is something you're drawn to, be sure to tell your designer as most of us don't expect that you're wanting this.
3: Curated Colour Palette
You know I love colour -- and hopefully you've also heard me say that you don't need to go super vibrant to indulge in colour. Each of these dinners features a different palette, and different accent colours, and we can take inspiration from all of them: whites with warm neutrals, vibrant pink with complimentary mint tones, and saturated yellows. Take a look and decide what draws you in most: monochromatic, highly saturated, or complimentary tones!
On day 3, we took part in 2 different group installations: one outdoors at a chapel, and one indoors to create an incredible meadow.
Obviously I cannot choose a favourite, but I will say that the high volume of yellow forsythia branches that we use has me completely inspired. Clustering in pockets of varied pinks and creating height and depth made this feature come to life.
For our final dinner, we used each of our centrepieces down the length of the table, again paired with taper candles and also with the most exquisite handmade plates by Kels in the Studio, a New Brunswick potter. It was a really full table, making it slightly less practical but Iâll tell you what, it was SO nice to be able to be a guest at our own table instead of always setting it for someone else! We also repurposed many of the forsythia pieces that we used alongside the chapel into the window sills, as well as around the base of the cake table. This is the kind of oomph that goes a long way in creating an environment, rather than just designing pretty floral centrepieces, and if thereâs opportunity to repurpose florals (read: there must be enough time to make it happen), then this is definitely a way to do it!
Iâm so grateful to Courtney and Cara for this beautiful experience. It was restful, inspiring, and so peaceful. Many of us students were also moms of young kids, so the group was in need of some rest. It was such a wonderful respite! If youâre a floral designer looking for a workshop to attend, definitely consider Reverdie (or their annual fall workshop, Autumn in New York). It was magical.
Workshop Hosts: trille floral & winsome floral ~ grace and ardor ~ elegant productions ~ chateau ste agnes ~ pearle by katrina tuttle ~ kels in the studio~ paper chain stationery ~ scribble and script ~ ana capbatut ~ alexis burkhardt Hair ~ victoria roggio beauty ~ just iced custom cakes ~ glow the event store ~ the studio house~ native ribbon co
LOOKING FOR A WEDDING FLORAL AND EVENT DESIGNER IN WINNIPEG?
We can design a beautiful, unique wedding environment for you. Find out more about our floral services by inquiring below!
Call me biased, but flowers are the best way to make a statement at your wedding. Whether you already have a specific vision or want me to dream up something custom just for you, reach out to Stone House Creative for stunning bridal bouquets, truly unique ceremony backdrops, and beautiful floral centrepieces to create the perfect ambiance for your wedding!
My Favourite Wedding Bar Moments
One of my favourite details at a wedding is often the bar floral moment. The bar is one of the busiest places at your wedding, and with lines forming, it makes sense to add some kind of floral or styling touch to tie through your design elements or personalize in some way, in a place where guests will actually take notice and interact with it.
One of my favourite details at a wedding often is the bar.
One of my favourite details at a wedding is often the bar floral moment. The bar is one of the busiest places at your wedding, and with lines forming, it makes sense to add some kind of floral or styling touch to tie through your design elements or personalize in some way, in a place where guests will actually take notice and interact with it.
First things first: donât feel that you need to go huge or super creative to create a beautiful moment at your bar! As these images I had saved on Pinterest show you, thereâs a huge range of what can be done. Yes, we can go allllll out with the florals and line the entire bottom of the bar with them, but a small arrangement coupled with your bar menu or a single-ingredient arrangement can also do some seriously heavy lifting!
Photo Credits from Left to Right: 1: The Goodsmiths, 2: Mulberry & Moss, 3: Candice Edinger, 4: Jenny Quicksall / Tularosa Flowers
Below youâll find a few of my personal favourites of Stone House Creative designs, along with some details on why I thought it worked!
Incorporating Signage
The bar moment that made me a little famous on Instagram! It seemed like every florist in North America wanted to know how I designed this (foam-free!) and Iâm hoping I can replicate this at a wedding because it was SO fun. From the bold colours, to the way the florals wrapped around the absurdly cute menu sign, it all worked so well. Special shout-out to the two-toned carnations for doing so much work here!
Event designed by Kayla Lagos Events
Joel & Justyna Photography / See it all here
Personalized and Fun
Soiree Event Planning designed this super fun bar front with Two Fold Paper Co, and I loved the personalized feel. We went heavy on the florals, lining the entire top shelf of the bar backs with stem vases and small arrangements. The joyful burst of colour was the perfect compliment to this rock-n-roll meets rainbow wedding.
Lush Florals with Bar Menu
The bar at the Pavilion is HUGE so we can really do a full, dramatic moment like this one. For this wedding, Alana gave me free reign to create something lush and full, with the only request being to incorporate her bar sign and its cute copper stand. I love that the floral surround works to draw attention to the menu, and not compete with it. After all, we all know why your guests are at the bar â give them the info they need in an aesthetically pleasing menu, and make a statement with the flowers alongside it!
Brittany Mahood Photography / See it all here
Simple and Textural
For this wedding at the Assiniboine Park Pavilion, we simply wanted a beautiful arrangement. It didnât need to be huge, it didnât need to be a major statement â just something really pretty. I chose the terracotta vase for its shape (so chic and fun!) as well as the colour, because it complimented the warm tones in the flowers SO well. As with the rest of the flowers for the wedding, I used a lot of texture, with berries, trumpet-shaped calla lilies, fuzzy kangaroo paw, and a few coral dahlias.
Ariana Tennyson Photography / See it all here
Go For Height
Sometimes itâs nice to go up! This taller arrangement (featuring the most beautiful locally grown hydrangea, dahlias, and amaranthus) didnât compete with the bar menu, but rather worked with it. The only bummer was the bartender who kept pushing it all off to the sideâŚdonât they know the aesthetics are important?! đ (and yes, they actually had a ton of space for working, Iâm not that impracticalâŚall the time lol).
Brittany Mahood Photography / See more here
Brittany Mahood Photography / See it all here
WHABAM
Now this bar really had its momentâŚand it was all repurposed from the ceremony! We designed a floral nest for the ceremony, so we had a lot of pieces to work with. When I walked into the room, I immediately felt like the scale of the bar was off â the pretty rounded bar front and the black bar backs just felt too small underneath the large truss structure with hanging chandeliers. We didnât have a specific plan for how we would repurpose the ceremony florals, and with Harlow Eventsâ blessing to do whatever the heck I wanted, I started by placing 3 large floral pieces across the top of the bar backs. Amazing. We added another piece to the centre of the bar, to help the bar menu (and later, the wedding cake) stand out a bit more, and then flanked the sides of the bar with more pieces. It was pretty amazing, if I do say so myself!
Cutie Bar Meadows
This was another bar piece fully repurposed from the ceremony! I love the scalloped trim on the bar sign (playfully named after the coupleâs dog) and the whimsical, wildflower inspired arrangements added to the charm.
Casey Nolin Photography / See it all here
Kass Donaldson / See it all HERE
Florals + Drapery = Win
For this cocktail style wedding reception, Soiree Event Planning created a great floor plan with variation and movement throughout the room. There was an immediate desire to create a focal point in the room with the bar, so Planned Perfectly was brought in to create a cool drapery moment on the ceiling (which was pretty tricky to do in this room!). I loved that the drapery brought a lot of attention to the bar.
We went pretty simple with the flowers on the bar top itself, clustering a couple of smaller arrangements on either end of the bar. That freed us up to go a little more dramatic above the bar, creating a floral cloud that hung above. It smelled soooo good and a hanging element is always a cool element to incorporate into a design!
Put a Name On It
While the floral arrangement here is modern and fun, the bar itself is a major focalpoint. The family handmade it, giving it an adorable small town dive bar name and feel. It doesnât hurt that this bride is one half of Rae & Dot and sure knows what sheâs doing when it comes to branding and modern design.
The florals were paired with a duo of sandstone pillar candles, which was a simple way to round out the overall look.
Picture & Poet / See it all here
Multi Coloured Maximalism
This colourful wedding featured a large horseshoe shaped bar, which gave us lots of opportunity to create focal floral moments. This was just one of them, a modern design style featuring soft pink and lavender contrasted with bright orange and yellow, with some cute fruit styling tucked in. One of my favourite elements was the carnation chain on the left.
Rachwal Photography / See it all here
Mega Bar
We affectionally called this âmega barâ during our planning meetings with Soiree Event Planning, and the name stuck. There are so many great things about this design!
This wedding was during covid, so there was a desire to keep the lines moving and as short as possible â so, three separate bars it was! I love the floral wrap on two outside the bar fronts (which, of course, matched their dance floor decal and the coupleâs wedding invitations by Robin Egg Blue Design), with the bar menu decaled onto the middle bar front.
And then, of course, the floral moments! We separated the bars with these clear plinths, which added such a great design element. We added arrangements in gold urns on top of both plinths, as well as floral arrangements INSIDE the plinths, which tied back to the seating chart which also featured florals on and in plinths.
Brittany Mahood Photography / See it all here
The Aperol Spritz Truck
This one is sort of an honourable mention, because the truck wasnât the bar itself â but how stinking CUTE is this!? Of course we added a little moment inside the truck, on a very narrow shelf (itâs always important to know what kind of space youâre working with). This cute truck was from Mottola Grocery.
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