#BouquetBreakdown - The "Lindsey" 
​This winter bouquet breakdown holds a special place in our hearts as it was for a dear friend of ours. The bride, Lindsey, and her now-husband are huge winter lovers. They dreamt of a snowy winter wedding with cedar garlands and red berries, a true woodland winter wonderland. This bouquet has been highly sought after as inspiration for many winter weddings since and we absolutely love it. 

So why do we LOVEEEEE this bouquet?

We LOVE this bouquet for its simplicity. While most of our bouquets have between 8-12 different floral ingredients this bouquet has only six. The simple luxurious flowers make for a very clean, classic, and elegant design. This bouquet will be something you look back on in 30 years and say, "wow, I am so glad I choose that bouquet."

So let's break it down! 

White Cloud Garden Roses: White garden roses are the epitome of a classic romantic wedding flower. The swirling petals create a soft cushion-like feel. They always pair nicely with peonies and especially eucalyptus. We opted for the variety white cloud in this bouquet as it is a true white rose. Garden roses are available year-round and we give them a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale. 

White Veronica: Veronica is considered a line flower meaning its blooms are lineal. Some other more popular line flowers are snapdragons and delphinium. While veronica is not nearly as large as the other line flowers it does give a bouquet some nice height. The blooms can be placed deeper in the bouquet to only show a green point or closer to the surface of the bouquet showing the white to green gradient. Veronica comes in a variety of colors and is available year-round. We give it a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale. 

Red Hypericum Berries: Hypericum Berries are a unique filler flower that we love. The small cluster of berries adds an element of interest and intrigue. And no, they are not edible but they look it sometimes. They come in every shade of green, red, pink, white, peach, and cream. We also used these berries in the boutonnieres! They hold up extremely well out of water and offer a more masculine feel as they aren't a traditional bloom. Hypericum berries are available year-round and we give them $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Seeded Eucalyptus: The ultimate texture foliage in our book. The tiny seeds pods on the seeded eucalyptus are just so versatile! We love using them in a winter bouquet to offset the softness of the winter greenery like cedar. Seeded eucalyptus does go off crop in the early spring and some parts of the year can have brown cupped seeded instead of the desired green seed pods. We give seeded eucalyptus a $$$ out of $$$$$ rating on our expensive scale.

Parvifolia Eucalyptus: This eucalyptus is fast becoming another favorite of ours! It has elliptical shaped leaves that offer a dainty and feminine touch to the bouquet. Parvifolia Eucalyptus can be found year-round but during certain seasons the tips of the new growth will have a burgundy red tone to them. While it is not as common as the Silver Dollar Eucalyptus it is just as expensive if not more. For that reason, we give it a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Cedar: Cedar is the perfect winter foliage. It gives you the perfect amount on length and fluff in a bouquet all while giving your bouquet a winter feel. Cedar is available year-round however we haven't used it outside of the winter season yet. We have always dreamed of a Christmas in July wedding though! We give cedar a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale. 

What do you think about the "Lindsey"? Doesn't it make you want to get married in the winter with that beautiful snow backdrop and cozy atmosphere? 

Photography: Jenna Brisson Photography 

#BouquetBreakdown - The "Kylie" 
Let's be real, you knew we couldn't do only half of the iconic duo. Very much like the "Kendall" and "Kylie" you are more accustomed to, these bouquets are both special in their own ways. The "Kylie" is soft, she's feminine and elegant. She features some of the classic flowers like roses, stock, and lisianthus but with a twist. We find that the "Kylie" is perfect for those longtime sweethearts who want a romantic and intimate wedding. 

So why do we LOVEEEEE this bouquet?

We LOVEEEEE this bouquet because we got to use some of our favorite flowers that we haven't been able to in a long time. Thanks, Covid.... We love the white, blush, and mauve tones of this bouquet. It's romantic and it's timeless. We also LOVEEEEE the shape. It is a non-traditional oval and we think it compliments the flowers so much more. You know what they say, spread the love!

So let's break it down!

White Snowy Jewel Roses: Snowy jewel roses are another favorite of ours. They have an incredible rose fragrance and open up beautifully. If left to bloom completely, they will open up 100% of the way exposing the inner yellow center. One thing to note is while they are a white rose, they are not as white as a Playa Blanca Rose. Snowy jewel roses have a little more of a cream tone to the center of them but it is something we have come to love! They are not available all year but are most often available during the traditional wedding season. We give snowy jewel roses a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale. 

White Lisianthus: Lisianthus is our most popular wedding flower. Lisianthus is available in a huge spectrum of colors. Yes, even find those hard to get mauves, champagnes, and yellowy apricots. Lisianthus kind of reminds us of spray roses in the way the fresh-cut blooms look. The rosettes in the middle have the same shape as spray roses and open up to reveal a gorgeous center with tiny little stamens. Lisianthus is available year-round and we give them a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

White Mums: White mums are a wonderful substitution for dahlias when they are out of season. Mums have an incredible vase life and come in a huge variety of colors. We know, mums are best known for being those little button-sized flowers you put on top of your hay bales on your front porch in the fall. These mums are much larger and are roughly the size of a dahlia. They are also available in a large more "dinnerplate" size as well. Mums are available year-round and we give them a $ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.  

Amnesia Roses: Amnesia roses are another love of ours. They are so unique and fit every mauvy, dusty pink lavender palette under the sun. When paired with other pastels and ivory flowers they give an antique vibe. However, when paired with brighter tones they give off more of a modern vibe. Amnesia roses are a very unique color and don't have any truly great dupes making them very desirable. While during peak wedding season they can be hard to get a hold of, don't fret! We have our secret sources who seem to always come through. They are available year-round and we give them a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale. 

Blush Stock: Stock is such a beautiful timeless flower. It has an incredible scent that is reminiscent of cloves. Stock is said to mean a happy life when added to a bouquet. Stock comes in a large variety of colors from white, blush, salmon, lavender, fuchsia, dark purple, and more. It is available year-round and we give stock a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Blush Alstromeria: Alstromeria is a great inexpensive filler flower. It comes in a variety of colors and typically has 4-7 blooms per stem. Their common name is the Peruvian lily and I am sure you can tell why. They look like mini lilies with their petal shape and bloom structure. Alstroemeria is a very hardy flower and makes a great choice for arrangements that will be out of water for an extended period of time. Alstromeria is available year-round and we give it a $ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Peach Hypericum Berries: These little berries are so versatile and we love sneaking them in everywhere. Did ya notice they were in our last bouquet breakdown as well? While no, they are not edible but they can certainly look it sometimes. Hypericum berries come in every shade of green, red, pink, white, peach, and cream.  Hypericum berries are available year-round and we give them $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Silver Dollar Eucalyptus: All hail the king! Silver dollar eucalyptus is back in our bouquet breakdowns and we've really missed it. This silvery sage green foliage is super versatile and used in nearly every bouquet we create. It always pairs well with other eucalyptus varieties and contracts dark foliage like ruscus. Silver dollar eucalyptus is available for the most part year-round but does go off crop for a short stint in the spring. We give silver dollar eucalyptus $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale. 

Seeded Eucalyptus: I know, shocker! You know we love it and have to use it in nearly every bouquet. We find the seeds give an amazing texture to any bouquet but fit best with cascading summer bouquets or fall weddings. Seeded eucalyptus can be found year-round for the most part. It does go off crop in the early spring and some parts of the year can have cupped seeded instead of the desired green seed pods. We give seeded eucalyptus a $$$ out of $$$$$ rating on our expensive scale.

Italian Ruscus: This dark green foliage is great for adding height, weight, and even length to a bouquet. The deep green leaves are often a great contrast to the silvery eucalyptus. The way the leaves are positioned on the stems gives this greenery a lighter more airy look. Italian ruscus is available year-round and we give it a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

So what do you think of the "Kylie"? Isn't she so sweet with a flair of fierce?

Photography courtesy of: Amy Bennett Photography

#BouquetBreakdown - The "Celeste" 
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Hiiii! We're back for another #bouquetbreakdown and this one is LONG! We hope you've got your snacks and a glass of wine ready! This boho-inspired bouquet has a whopping 18, yes 18 ingredients! So what makes this bouquet "boho"? The texture, the color, and dare we say, the free-spirit vibe. The mixture of the traditional greeneries, not-so-traditional greeneries, and grasses poking out gives this bouquet more of a loose, meadow feel. Yup, you heard right grass. Well, technically grasses.

So why do we LOVEEEEE this bouquet?

We love this bouquet because it's different. It's unique and wild. This boho bouquet is perfect for a mountainside or woodsy elopement. This bouquet could even be rocked in a more rustic venue or lakeside ceremony.

So let's break it down!

Within our 18 ingredients, we have 7 different types of greenery and 11 different flowers. A lot of these flowers are old favorites with a funky twist on the color and variety.

Toffee Roses: Toffee Roses are a truly unique rose. Their warm brown and tan hue is great to mix into a boho bouquet to give it a moody feel. They mix nicely with other champagne, blush, apricot and mauve tones. Toffee roses are available year-round. They are fairly new to the market which means they tend to fetch a higher price tag than other more traditional roses but their unique color is worth it! We give toffee roses $$$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Mauve Mums: Another new face to our bouquet breakdown! These mauve toned mums ofter a great alternative to the expensive dahlia. Their petal structure is fairly similar to the expensive dahlias but for half the cost. One of the best things about mums is that they come in endless amounts of colors and sizes. These mums are available year-round and we give them a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Cream Hypericum Berries: Hypericum Berries are a unique filler flower that we love. The small cluster of berries adds an element of interest and intrigue. And no, they are not edible but they look it sometimes. They come in every shade of green, red, pink, white, peach, and cream.  Hypericum berries are available year-round and we give them $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Burgundy Snapdragons: These burgundy wine toned snapdragons are an amazing lineal flower to add some height and structure to your bouquet. They bloom from the bottom up so you get a stunning ombre of colors running up the flower as it blooms. They are available year-round and we give them a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale

Nigella Pods: These neatly structured pods add an unexpected texture and design element when tucked into bouquets. Each pod has a viney, lace-like cone that encompasses the pod. As the pods age and dry out they go from light green to a deep burgundy. Nigella Pods are sourced locally and therefore only available in the summer months of July, August, and September. We give them a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Wine Hellebores: Hellebores have a beautiful deep cup-shaped bloom that is often so heavy it faces down. They are also the first things to bloom in the spring, often while the snow is still on the ground. While they do make beautiful cut flowers and garden flowers be sure to keep pets and kids away as the blooms and plants are toxic if ingested. Hellebores are certainly at their peak in the winter/spring but can be found year-round from other growers outside the US. We give hellebores a $$$ out fo $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Bunny Tail Grass: Bunny tail grass is a tan soft fluffy grass that has gone to seed. This soft grass elevates any fall or boho bouquet to the next level. While it isn't a large showy bloom like the roses, bunny tail grass tucked into the bouquet it is just important as any other floral element. This grass is also sourced locally and available in the summer and fall. We give it a $ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Explosion Grass: Explosion Grass just like the name says, is an explosion of long soft tendrils from the top of the grass. It very much reminds us of a firework! While some may consider it a weed, we consider it a must-have textural element for boho brides. Explosion grass is available from local farms during the summer and fall. We give it a $ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Cone Leucadendron: This unique greenery very much resembles a pine cone. From the overall shape to the way the "petals" are formed on the cone. Leucadendron itself is part of a much larger flower family and comes in a variety of sizes, colors and textures. It is technically a tropical flower and available pretty much year-round. We give it a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Blue Thistle: Thistle typically will have 4 to 5 blooms per stem which gives you a great bang for your buck. While yes they are a little pokey they are so worth it. Haven't you heard, beauty is pain. Blue thistle is available year-round and we give it a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

White Astrantia: This whimsical filler can often be found in the background of our boho, rustic, wildflower, and garden-style bouquets. The flower bloom itself is very unique in the fact that the stem bears many blooms. Each bloom itself has a collection of soft tips that create a circular focal point that is enclosed by an outer ring of pointy petals. Astrantia comes in a few different colors but white and mauve are our two favorites. It is available year-round and we give it a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Green Frill Lisianthus: This fun pop of green will bring the light and bright out in any arrangement. As the bloom ages and opens more it starts to turn a more creamy white color. Just like the white lisianthus we love it. There are always multiple blooms per stems and the smaller unopened blooms are usually confused for spray roses. Lisianthus is available year-round and we give it a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Double Ruffle White & Green Ranunculus: This special ranunculus is a showstopper. It is uniquely colored. The green shining from within the white-edged petals gives the bloom great dimension. It may not be for everyone and every bouquet but we are certainly here for it! Ranunculus are available year-round and we give them a $$$-$$$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Italian Ruscus: That famous "hot" cousin of the Israeli ruscus that everyone wants. This greenery is great for adding height, weight, and even length to a bouquet. The deep green leaves are often a great contrast to the silvery eucalyptus. The way the leaves are positioned on the stems gives this greenery a lighter more airy look. It is available year-round and we give it a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Israeli Ruscus:  Israeli ruscus is a great traditional greenery that is amazing at adding some bulk and brightness to a bouquet. It may be hard to see here but it does have a beautiful deep green color. We find that it works as an amazing base for those larger bouquets. It helps cradle the blooms while still letting the other greens shine. Israeli ruscus is available year-round and we give it $ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Leatherleaf Ferns:  Leatherleaf fern is the most traditional greenery used by florists and we find it to be a little underrated. It is a beautiful true deep green shade that allows the flowers' blossoms to be highlighted. Leatherleaf is available year-round and we give it $ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale. You'll typically find this tucked into all of our arrangements in one way or another. 

Grevillea Foliage: This jagged almost saw style greenery transitions from a dusty green to rusty red. Grevillea Foliage is available nearly year-round but peaks in the fall and winter. We give Grevillea Foliage a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Silver Dollar Eucalyptus: You thought we could go a bouquet breakdown without it. Whoops! I told ya we used this stuff in everything. Silver dollar eucalyptus is available for the most part year-round but does go off crop for a short stint in the spring. We give silver dollar eucalyptus $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale. 

So would you dare to rock this boho bouquet? The "Celeste" is not for the faint of heart.

Photography by: Danielle Allendorf 

#BouquetBreakdown - The "Juliet" 

When we're asked to describe what we envision as the holy grail of wedding bouquets, we immediately think of the "Juliet". Juliet just like the fairytale name suggests is a romantic, timeless love story featuring white blooms in a bed of lush greenery. 

So why do we LOVEEEEE this bouquet?

Whether you're getting married in a rustic barn, lakeside retreat, or winery this bouquet is for you. The white blooms bring a very bridal feel while the greenery giving you the pop of color to distinguish the white blooms against the white dress. It's been deemed one of our all-time favorites and we can't wait to share more imagines from this stunning mini-mony with you! 

So let's cut to the chase and break it down.

Duchesse de Nemours Peonies: These brilliant white peonies came straight from our personal cut flower garden. They are a garden favorite as they smell heavenly and have stems that often produce multiple blooms! Peonies are typically in season from May to June with limited availability through July and August from flower farms in Alaska. We give peonies a $$$ to $$$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale

White Ranunculus: Ranunculus are still a favorite for us! We tuck these fluffy swirling blooms in everywhere. Ranunculus are available in a rainbow of colors and are super hardy out of water. They are available year-round and we give them a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

White Lisianthus:  Lisianthus is another one of our best-kept secrets when it comes to wedding flowers! Lisianthus is available in a huge spectrum of colors. Yes, even find those hard to get mauves, champagnes, and yellowy apricots. Lisianthus kind of remind us of spray roses in the way the fresh-cut blooms look. The tiny rosettes in the middle have the same shape as spray roses and open up to reveal a gorgeous center with tiny little stamens. Lisianthus are available year-round and we give them a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

White Perennial Scabiosa: Perennial Scabiosa, not to be confused with the Scabiosa Scoop, is another great filler for a more rustic or wildflower style. Unlike its cousin Scabiosa Scoop, the perennial version lacks the fluffy center. The stems also can branch to have multiple blooms per stems. While Scabiosa can be purchased year-round we find the local season to be June through October. On the expensive scale, we rate Scabiosa $$ out of $$$$$.  

White Hypericum Berries: Here we go again with the texture thing. Someone get us a thesaurus! While yes they are great for texture they are also great for adding small pops of color in bouquets. The small cluster of berries adds an element of interest and intrigue. And no, they are not edible but they look it sometimes. They come in every shade of green, red, pink, white, peach, and cream.  Hypericum berries are available year-round and we give them $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

White Veronica: Veronica is a truly unique filler flower. It is considered a line flower meaning its blooms are lineal. Some other more popular line flowers are snapdragons and delphinium. While veronica is not nearly as large as the other line flowers it does give a bouquet some nice height. The blooms can be placed deeper in the bouquet to only show a green point or closer to the surface of the bouquet showing the white to green gradient. Veronica comes in a variety of colors and is available year-round. We give it a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale. 

Green Thistle: Green thistle another great textural filler flower. The stems typically have 4 to 5 blooms which gives you a great bang for your buck. I know you hear this a lot from us but it does give the bouquet great texture. Texture is so important when making a bouquet really stand out and look ultra-lux. Green thistle is available year-round and we give it a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Silver Dollar Eucalyptus: Good ol' faithful! I told ya we used this stuff in everything. Silver dollar eucalyptus is available for the most part year-round but does go off crop for a short stint in the spring. We give silver dollar eucalyptus $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale. 

Parvifola Eucalyptus: More eucalyptus! The elliptical shaped leaves of the parvifolia eucalyptus offer a dainty and feminine touch to the bouquet. Parvifolia Eucalyptus can be found year-round but during certain seasons the tips of the new growth will have a burgundy red tone to them. While it is not as common as the Silver Dollar Eucalyptus it is just as expensive if not more. For that reason, we give it a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Israeli Ruscus: The good ol' trusty Israeli ruscus! It's a great traditional greenery that is amazing at adding some bulk and brightness to a bouquet. It may be hard to see here but it does have a beautiful deep green color. We find that it works as an amazing base to those larger bouquets. It helps cradle the blooms while still letting the other greens shine. Israeli ruscus is available year-round and we give it $ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Olive Greenery: Yes! A new greenery to our bouquet breakdowns! Olive, just like the name suggests has a beautiful olive color to the leaves. They very much match the silvery tone of eucalyptus while adding another leaf shape and texture. And, Yup! It still is one of the oldest symbols of peace. Olive is available year-round and we give it a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.  

So tell us, would you want the Juliet for your special day?!


Photography by: Ellen Sargent Photography 

#BouquetBreakdown - The "Jennifer" 

While the crocus and daffodils might be known as the first signs of spring, you also often hear that peony blooms are the first sign of summer. And this week, we’re shouting from the rooftops! The peonies have begun blooming!!! To celebrate the first sign of summer we’ve done a bouquet breakdown on this show-stopping peony bouquet. We first met with the wedding couple in early 2018 to discuss their flowers. The bride shared a vision of peonies as far as the eye could see. Let’s be real here, we LOVED IT! After deciding on a light pink, blush, and white palette we went over a few different options of bouquets. It didn’t take long before we sketched out a large bouquet filled with eucalyptus, peonies, garden roses, and more!

So why do we LOVEEEEE this bouquet?

The “Jennifer” has all the elements of a traditional bridal bouquet but with added pops of greenery to give it some more dimension and depth. It’s classic, simple, and a very understated bouquet in our book. Peonies will never go out of style!

So what’s in this bouquet?

There are three different varieties of peonies in this bouquet, some garden roses, and a few different greens. Some greens that are new to our bouquet breakdown!

Festiva Maxima Peonies: These stunning white peonies are our go-to when we hear "I would love some peonies in my bouquet". They are a tried and true variety! The huge white blooms are often characterized by tiny red flecks in the innermost petals. Peonies are typically in season from May to June with limited availability through July and August from flower farms in Alaska. We give peonies a $$$ to $$$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale

Pecher Peonies: Pecher peonies are the creme-de-la-creme of blush peonies! They have such a soft and feminine tone to them. Much like the festiva maxima peonies, they offer a large bloom filled with ruffled petals. Peonies are typically in season from May to June with limited availability through July and August from flower farms in Alaska. We give peonies a $$$ to $$$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale

Sarah Bernhardt Peonies: Sarah Bernhardt peonies are named after the famous French actress who once played Queen Elizabeth in the 1912 film, Les Amours de la Reine Élisabeth. These peonies have been around for over 100 years and are still a favorite among wedding couples. The light pink hue of these peonies always pairs well with both a blush palette and a more electric palette. Peonies are typically in season from May to June with limited availability through July and August from flower farms in Alaska. We give peonies a $$$ to $$$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale

Myriah's White Garden Roses: White garden roses are the epitome of a classic romantic wedding flower. The swirling petals create a soft cushion-like feel. They always pair nicely with peonies and especially eucalyptus. Myriah's white is our most commonly used white garden rose but some other great options are patience, purity, white cloud, and white o'hara. Garden roses are available year-round and we give them a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale. 

Silver Dollar Eucalyptus: Good ol' faithful! I told ya we used this stuff in everything. What can we say, silver dollar eucalyptus is everything. In this bouquet, we've used it more tucked in as a greenery accent instead of the main show like some other bouquets. The dusty sage green gives the light pinks a nice pop. It also helps whiten up the center of the garden roses which can tend to pull a little yellow or blush depending on the variety. Silver dollar eucalyptus is available for the most part year-round but does go off crop for a short stint in the spring. We give silver dollar eucalyptus $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale. 

Baby Blue Eucalyptus: Baby blue eucalyptus is just another eucalyptus we LOVE and love to tuck it into everything! You've seen it in a couple of our bouquet breakdowns now and despite the sticky sap when processing it, we still can't help ourselves. It is available year-round and we give it a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Nagi Greens: Nagi Greens have to be one of the most scented greens on the market that we use. When their leaves are stripped or stems cut, they have an incredible lemon scent! The dark green glossy foliage is great for contrasting against the lighter eucalyptus foliage. Nagi is available year-round and we give it $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale. 

Plumosa Greenery: Another new face to our bouquet breakdown! Plumosa is a light and airy fern that has a feather-like texture. It is another old-school classic greenery that is making a come-back. We find that Plumosa best fits with woodys, rustic, or boho theme. Plumosa is available year-round and we give it a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale. 

Which flower or greenery is your favorite in this bouquet? Stuck on the peonies like us? 

Photography: Jenna Brisson Photography 

#BouquetBreakdown - The "Alexis" 

Another day another bouquet breakdown. Today we're here to breakdown our first bridal bouquet we ever made for a real wedding! And yes, today is their first anniversary! This beautiful bride dreamed of blush and white fluffy peonies and garden roses. After seeing this bride in person we couldn't have imagined a more luxurious and posh bouquet for her dreamy day. 

So why do we love this bouquet so much? 

Besides the bouquet having such a special place in our heart for being our first bridal bouquet ever, we love the simplicity of it. The clean and simple design really allows for the bride and her dress to be the center of attention. 

So what's in this bouquet? 

Not a lot to be honest. Once again the simplicity gives this design the high-end feel. 

Blush & White Peonies: Peonies are 100% the most highly requested flower for weddings and bridal bouquets. We'd be lying if we said we didn't love them from the bottom of our hearts. They also tend to have a connotation of being super expensive and unattainable for lower budget wedding couples. Well, myth busted! We are finding more and more that peonies are becoming more available and more affordable every year. Peonies are typically only available from May to early July but the season can be extended into August and even sometimes the first week of September depending on the Alaskan weather. We give peonies $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Tsumugi Wabara Garden Roses: We think these are the hidden gems or the garden rose world. They are the perfect pale pink. Not to bright but not to blush. They have large heads and open up to a soft swirling interior. While they aren't to fragrant their beauty more than makes up for it. Tsumugi wabara garden roses haven't been on the scene for very long. They were just put into cut flower production in 2018. They are available year-round and we give them $$$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.  

Have we changed your mind on the big greenery heavy boho bouquets? Sometimes the clean and simple all flower bouquets are 100% the way to go.

Photography by: Natascha's Photogrpahy 

#BouquetBreakdown - The "Nikki" 
We're coming at you with a super unique bouquet for this bouquet breakdown. We'd be lying if we told you this bouquet was a breeze to make. The giant tillandsia xerographica was HEAVY! Our traditional wire and stick method that we use for other non-flower things like succulents did not work for this. We had to think outside the box. Our solution, a chicken wire cradle! Hidden under all that greenery and all those blooms was a chicken wire cage. We carefully glued and wired the xerographica in the cradle and then filled in with blooms and greens around till the cradle was hidden.

So why do we love this bouquet?

We love a challenge and we love to problem solve. Side note: many of you may not know, but I(Emily), am a real math and science nerd. Till life decided it had other plans for me, I was set to attend Iowa State University as a chemical engineering major. Wild! I know! While I am kind of sad I wasn't able to follow through with that path I am so incredibly happy with the path life has provided to me. With that backstory, I am sure you can see why we love problem-solving and critical thinking. The tougher the challenge the more interesting it is to us.

So what's in this bouquet?

We'll cut right to the chase with this one and start with that huge air plant!

Tillandsia Xerographica: The tillandsia xerographica aka the "Queen of Airplants" started to become more popular in bouquets over the last couple of years. They are a dry-forest epiphyte that grows without any soil. They simply require high light conditions and a good 20-30 minute soak upside down in water every week or so. We love having unusual things like the tillandsia xerographica in bouquets because it adds a special element. Once the other traditional blooms have faded you can pop this out of the bouquet and have it live on as a special memory of your wedding day. They are available year-round but are one of the most expensive things you can add to a bouquet. For that reason, we give them $$$$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

White Ranunculus: Ranunculus the new favorite for us! This time we used it in white to give the bouquet another textural difference to contrast against the white roses. While it may not be super noticeable at first, we find that even the smallest change in bloom structure or petal structure makes a difference. Ranunculus are available in a rainbow of colors and are super hardy out of water. They are available year-round and we give them a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Playa Blanca Roses: Playa Blanca Roses are a wedding staple in our opinion. Anytime you see a white rose in one of our bouquets it's 95% of the time a playa blanca. These stunning white roses open up so large and have a more garden rose feel to them even though they are just a standard rose. A fun fact is that the playa blanca rose is named after the southernmost town on the Spanish island Lanzarote. It is truly a stunning pure white rose. Playa blanca roses are available year-round. We give them a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale. 

Blue Thistle: Blue thistle is another secret texture element we love to throw in. The quite literal sharp lines and points of this flower are so unique.  When you're thinking you still need something blue for your day, this is almost always our go-to. While we admit we do use the blue color quite often, we find ourselves using the green and purple varieties just as much. Blue thistle is available year-round and we give it a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Silver Dollar Eucalyptus: We're going to go out on a limb here and deem this the "king of eucalyptus". You may notice that we use it in almost every bouquet. The truth is wedding couples absolutely love it! It has a stunning silvery sage green. Silver dollar eucalyptus is available for the most part year-round but does go off crop for a short stint in the spring. We give silver dollar eucalyptus $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale. 

Seeded Eucalyptus: Much like it's cousin silver dollar eucalyptus we can't get enough of this stuff either! While the silver dollar eucalyptus may be the king of eucalyptus, this is probably the queen of eucalyptus. With this eucalyptus variety, it is truly sought after for the all-important texture element. The tiny seeds are just so versatile and just give the bouquet that much more dimension and interest. Seeded eucalyptus does go off crop in the early spring and some parts of the year can have brown cupped seeded instead of the desired green seed pods. We give seeded eucalyptus a $$$ out of $$$$$ rating on our expensive scale.

We hope you loved our bouquet breakdown of the "Nikki" leave us your comments below!

#BouquetBreakdown - The "Alyssa" 

So, we've decided, bouquet breakdowns are kinda our thing. We absolutely love flowers and talking about flowers. I suppose you could say, "well that's because you're a florist." While that is true we also have a small suspicion that you guys like them as well. We hope you at least find them entertaining and maybe even a little educational. This bouquet breakdown might be a little shorter than our other ones but none-the-less we LOVE this bouquet.


So why do we love this bouquet so much?


We find the "Alyssa" to be super elegant and timeless. This is the kind of bouquet that you'll look back at 30 years from now and think wow! I'm so glad I picked such a classic bouquet.


So what's in this bouquet?


You may be thinking hmmm that looks like just roses. Well, we do have some stunning roses in here but we also have a new kind of eucalyptus and lisianthus. But first, let's start off with those roses!


Quicksand Roses: Quicksand roses might be the most sought after wedding roses right now. They are best described as a nude or dusty champagne color with a hint of pale pink. These creamy stunning roses are sure to compliment any color palette and reflect the other color tones of the bouquet. Quicksand roses are grown in a variety of different countries and harvested from a ton of different farms. That means depending on which farm your roses come from, they could be more tan or sandy in color or more pinky. No matter which farm or county they come from they are sure to be a stunner. Quicksand roses are available year-round but being one of the most sought after roses they also carry a higher price tag. We give quicksand roses $$$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.


Secret Garden Roses: Secret garden roses might have the most misleading name. They are not garden roses at all. They, in fact, are just standard roses. However, they get their name for their stunning color and way the rose blooms. The secret garden rose has a 100% bloom aperture which means it will completely open up like a garden rose and expose the stunning peachy yellow core. The dusty light pink petals are a sure-fire match for any light mauve dress. If you can't get secret garden roses some other great options would be the menta rose or the faith rose. We give secret garden roses $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.


Blue Manhattan Roses: Blue manhattan roses are a standard rose in a stunning lavender shade. They have a large bloom size and if allowed to, they will open up to a 100% bloom aperture. These roses are typically imported from Columbia. Some great alternatives if the blue manhattan rose isn't available for order would be ocean song, moody blues, and avant garde. We give the blue manhattan rose $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.


White Lisianthus: Lisianthus is another one of our best-kept secrets when it comes to wedding flowers! Lisianthus is available in a huge spectrum of colors. Yes, even find those hard to get mauves, champagnes, and yellowy apricots. Lisianthus kind of remind us of spray roses in the way the fresh-cut blooms look. The tiny rosettes in the middle have the same shape as spray roses and open up to reveal a gorgeous center with tiny little stamens. This specific lisianthus is just a single white but some colors are also available is doubles with fun ruffly edges. Lisianthus are available year-round and we give them a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.


Parvifolia Eucalyptus: The new kid on the block when it comes to eucalyptus in our bouquet breakdowns! Parvifolia eucalyptus is another great variety of eucalyptus that gives a beautiful light green pop to a bouquet. It grows as a long stem multi-branch tree! Yes, a tree! A tree that can reach 35-45ft when fully mature. The elliptical shaped leaves of the parvifolia eucalyptus offer a dainty and feminine touch to the bouquet. Parvifolia Eucalyptus can be found year-round but during certain seasons the tips of the new growth will have a burgundy red tone to them. While it is not as common as the Silver Dollar Eucalyptus it is just as expensive if not more. For that reason, we give it a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.


So what do you think of this classic rose bouquet? Do you have a bouquet you think we should breakdown next? Drop a link in our comments.

We can't help ourselves! We absolutely love bouquet breakdowns. We often hear wedding couples say "oh I really like those! What are they?" or "Those are roses? I guess then I do like roses and I'd like those in my bouquet." While we have zero expectations of our clients flower knowledge we find when a client is more confident during our consultations they are able to ask the questions they want. Therefore, making the consultation more productive and leaving the wedding couple feeling like they were completely heard.


So why do we love this bouquet?


The cascade of course! While it's not a full floor-length cascade we find that even a little cascade action adds an immense amount of elegance to a bouquet. A cascade bouquet no matter the flower choice will always be a show stopper.


So what's in this bouquet?


EVERYTHING! We have the most affordable greenery all the way to one of the high-end greeneries. We have super budget-friendly flowers in this bouquet as well as some gorgeous and highly sought after garden roses and ranunculus.


Kahala Garden Roses: Or as we like to shout, KA-HALA! These garden roses are truly one of a kind. They have a beautiful champagney-cream undertone outlined in a powder pink peach. These roses are a must-see and must-have for fall weddings. Fun fact the name "Kahala" comes from an affluent neighborhood in Honolulu Hawaii. They are available year found and we give them a $$$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.


Burgundy Wine Ranunculus: Another fall wedding favorite, the burgundy wine ranunculus. Ranunculus is one of our favorite wedding flowers. We try to tuck ranunculus into every bouquet. The fluffy petals give a sweet softness to the bouquet. Ranunculus are available in a rainbow of colors and are available year-round. We give ranunculus $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.


Spray Roses: Spray roses are a great filler flower and just like ranunculus come in a rainbow of colors. While these red and orange spray roses are standard form they also are available in the garden rose from as well. Spray roses are available year-round and we give them a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.


Green Thistle: Green thistle is a great filler flower. The stems typically have 4 to 5 blooms which gives you a great bang for your buck. I know you hear this a lot from us but it does give the bouquet great texture. Texture is so important when making a bouquet really stand out and look ultra-lux. Green thistle is available year-round and we give it a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.


Cream Hypericum Berries: Here we go again with the great texture thing. Someone get us a thesaurus! While yes they are great for texture they are also great for adding small pops of color in bouquets. The small cluster of berries adds an element of interest and intrigue. And no, they are not edible but they look it sometimes. They come in every shade of green, red, pink, white, peach, and cream.  Hypericum berries are available year-round and we give them $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.


Brick Red Alstromeria: Alstromeria is another great inexpensive filler flower. It comes in a variety of colors and typically has 4-7 blooms per stem. Their common name is the peruvian lily and I am sure you can tell why. They look like mini lilies with their petal shape and bloom structure. Alstromeria is available year-round and we give it a $ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.


Copper Spray Chrysanthemum: These cute little copper spray chrysanthemums are a fall favorite. They boast the perfect shade of copper and are a great filler flower. While they are quite bold in color, we think they pair nicely with the deep reds, oranges, and cream tones in this bouquet. Copper spray chrysanthemums are available year-round and we give them a $ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.


Agonis: Agonis much like the willow eucalyptus has wispy long leaves. Agonis however, has a stunning burgundy and green tone. It is ideal for fall weddings as it gives the perfect backdrop to show off those deep yellows and burnt oranges. Agonis can be found year-round but technically is in season from June to December. It is one the most expensive greenery options available but we think it's totally worth the extra bucks. We give agonis a $$$ our of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.


Silver Dollar Eucalyptus: The one and only silver dollar eucalyptus. This is definitely by far the most popular greenery right now. Pinterest boards are smothered in and we're not upset about. The sage green color compliments almost every palette. Silver dollar eucalyptus is available for the most part year-round but does go off crop for a short time in the spring. We give silver dollar eucalyptus $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale. 


Seeded Eucalyptus: A tried and true eucalyptus variety. While not quite as famous as the silver dollar eucalyptus, seeded eucalyptus is definitely gaining traction. We find the seeds give an amazing texture to any bouquet but fit best with rustic or fall weddings. Seeded eucalyptus can be found year-round for the most part. It does go off crop in the early spring and some parts of the year can have cupped seeded instead of the desired green seed pods. We give seeded eucalyptus a $$$ out of $$$$$ rating on our expensive scale.


Willow Eucalyptus: A new eucalyptus to our bouquet breakdowns! Willow eucalyptus has long beautiful wispy leaves. While it is not super aromatic like the baby blue eucalyptus it does have a nice hint of eucalyptus scent. It is a wonderful greenery for cascading bouquets as it has a nature drape and incredible movement. Willow eucalyptus is available year-round and most often February through May can be found to have seed pods like the seeded eucalyptus. We give it a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.


Baby Blue Eucalyptus: What can we say. We LOVE baby blue eucalyptus and love to tuck it into everything. You've seen it in a couple of our bouquet breakdowns now and despite the sticky sap when processing it, we still can't help ourselves. It is available year-round and we give it a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.


Israeli Ruscus: The good ol' trusty Israeli ruscus! It's a great traditional greenery that is amazing at adding some bulk and brightness to a bouquet. It may be hard to see here but it does have a beautiful deep green color. Israeli ruscus is available year-round and we give it $ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.


Do you have any favorite flowers or greens from this bouquet? Drop them in the comments!

Hi! Us here again to talk more flowers! This time we have a winter bouquet to breakdown. With Punxsutawney Phil telling us it’s going to be a short winter, we figured we would squeeze in a winter bouquet before it’s too late.

Our second bouquet in this series is titled “The Aspen”. It’s a fun snowy twist on a garden-style bouquet.
So why do we love this bouquet so much?

The simple answer: it’s different. It’s not often we get to do a winter wedding bouquet but when we do, oh boy, we love it! This winter bouquet wasn’t designed for a bride, however. It was just a fun Sunday creation with some leftover blooms and winter greens. And if you’re wondering, yes it did smell like Christmas.
So what is in this bouquet?
We have a lot of texture going on in this bouquet with both the greenery and flowers. But let’s start with the greenery this time!
Pine: With its long skinny needles peeking out here and there, pines give this bouquet a true winter feel. Although it is more of a non-traditional greenery for wedding bouquets we couldn’t help ourselves. While it is technically available year-round as it can be fresh cut locally we find it to be used the most during the winter season. We give pine a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Balsam Fir: Another uncommon greenery for bouquets that we absolutely love! Nothing says Christmas wedding more than that soft smell of a Balsam Fir. This confer is available to cut year-round but just like the pine, we find it most often used in the winter months. We give Balsam Fir $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Cedar: This evergreen foliage is the thickest and lush of the winter foliages. It gives a beautiful true green color throughout the branch with the tips sometimes showing a greyish blue tint. It is an extremely hardy greenery and available year-round. We give it a $ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Mini Variegated Pittosporum: These white and green leaves remind us of Holly leaves with their elongated shape and color pattern. They are a great filler year-round and we give them $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Baby Blue Eucalyptus: This dusty blue/green foliage is a favorite among wedding couples. The long stems with horizontal leaves give a different texture when paired with most other greens. It is a great greenery to add height and structure to an arrangement. Be warned though, it can have a sticky sap when the leaves are removed. Baby Blue Eucalyptus is available year-round and scores a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Grevillea Foliage: This jagged almost saw style greenery transitions from a dusty green to rusty red. Grevillea Foliage is typically available late fall into the winter. We give Grevillea Foliage a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.
Safari Sunset Leucadendron: A fun twist on a “greenery”. These deep red/burgundy stalks of foliage have cupped leaves that grow in an upward fashion. While other leucadendron varieties come in a variety of colors this one is our favorite. It is available year-round and we rate it as a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

White Mini Poms: These cute little minis are a wonderful substitution for mini carnations. They also remind us of mini dahlias too! These mini poms are available year-round and are another great budget-friendly option. We give them a $ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Red Hypericum: These berries are all the rage and come in a huge variety of colors from white to green, pink, peach and of course red and burgundy. Another common name for them is St John's Wort. Although, we don’t think that such a sexy name especially when you are describing them to potential brides. Hypericum berries are available year-round and rank as a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

White Statice: Statice is like the gift that keeps giving. This cut flower is super versatile and can be used fresh cut or dried. Betcha can’t guess which way I used it in this bouquet. (hint: I’ve had it in my house for over a year now) Statice is a branching flower so each stock has multiple blooms. It is available in so many colors but our favorites are definitely white, lavender and pink. One of the best things about Statice is that it is available year-round and is very cost effective. We give Statice a $ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Raspberry Scabiosa: This tangy bright colored flower is also called the pincushion flower. You most often find it in more wildflower bouquets and arrangements but we like to tuck it into everything. A fun fact about scabiosa is that they are in the honeysuckle family and according to historians were used to treat scabies in the middle ages. While Scabiosa can be purchased year-round we find the local season to be August through October. One the expensive scale we rate Scabiosa $$ out of $$$$$.  

​Let’s talk flowers! 
One of the most common things we hear brides say is, “I am not good with flower names but those are pretty! What are those?” Well, we’re here to break it down for you. In this series, we will: break down what type of flowers are in the bouquet, give a little more description of the flowers themselves, explain when they are in season and where they fall on the expensive scale. Our goal is to help brides feel more confident when talking flowers.

Our first bouquet in this series is titled “The Lydia”. It’s a bright twist on a classic peony bouquet.

So why do we love this bouquet so much?

This bouquet was one of our favorites for many reasons. Besides the bright bold colors and amazing scent, this bouquet had an incredible love story behind it. When the bride and groom moved into their new home the groom was very gung ho about moving in and making it their home. He was so gung ho he accidentally mowed over some beautiful peonies in their front yard. Needless to say, the bride wasn't too pleased. As time went on and the seasons changed the new couple got engaged and started planning their wedding. When they came to the Tipsy Tulip for a wedding flower consultation the bride had mentioned this story. We thought nothing of it for a while till the bride landed on a specific style of bouquet. She had jokingly commented about adding these peonies to her bouquet. What a beautiful unexpected twist to add to this couple's wedding story. It truly was such an incredible metaphor for how strong their love is.

So what is in this bouquet?

White Peonies: These white peonies had such a sweet lovely scent. Their fluffy soft petals gave such a luxurious dreamy vibe to this bouquet. Peonies are typically in season from May to June with limited availability through July and August from flower farms in Alaska. We give peonies a $$$ to $$$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale just depending on when they are in need.

Bowl of Beauty Peonies: This variety is called “bowl of beauty” and we couldn’t think of a more fitting name. It is not your standard double ruffle fluffy peony. Instead, it boasts a double ring of bright fuchsia pedals with a creamy pale lemon yellow center. While most peonies are typically in season from May to June with limited availability through July and August from flower farms in Alaska, this specific variety usually comes from specialty local growers or out of personal gardens. We give this specific variety of peonies a $$$$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale because they are hard to source.

Lavender Lisianthus: These small almost rosette types of blooms are highly sought after by brides nowadays. They bring a nice pop of color and the unopened buds give a nice texture to the bouquet. Lisianthus is typically available year-round as it can be imported from other countries. However, we find the best season is mid-summer to early fall when the local growers have unique varieties blooming. We give lisianthus a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Lavender Stock: Stock is a fairly fragrant flower that reminds us of a spice smell, almost clove-like. They have more of a vertical growth pattern when compared to other flowers such as peonies and roses. They are made up of little clusters of ruffled petals that grow upwards towards a small spiked top. While they can be purchased year-round we find they are most in-season between March and August. We give stock a $$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.
Scented Geranium Foliage: Just like the name says scented geranium has a wonderful smell. It reminds us of a minty lemon mixed with a little pepper. We found this foliage to pair nicely with the traditional mint in this bouquet. The bright green foliage gives a crisp feel to the bouquet and makes the lavender and pink tones pop. This unexpected greenery is in-season between May to September. We give scented geranium a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale.

Mint Foliage: Similar to scented geranium, mint is an unexpected and unusual greenery to see in a wedding bouquet. With our bride loving blueberry mojitos we knew we had to sneak some mint in there. Besides its incredible scent, mint foliage offers a more non-traditional leaf shape when compared to other greenery used in wedding work. Mint can be purchased year-round but like other flowers, we find it looks and smells the best during the spring and summer months. We give mint foliage a $$$ out of $$$$$ on the expensive scale. 
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