by Franky Shanahan | May 28, 2020 | Wedding Advice
When couples get in touch with me about their wedding flowers, I’m always conscious of the fact they’ve probably never worked with a florist before. If they have, it’s usually on a much smaller scale and rarely for an occasion as important as their wedding day. To...
by Franky Shanahan | Apr 30, 2020 | Wedding Advice
‘What are your colours?’ is often the first thing people ask when you tell them you’re planning a wedding. Perhaps you have a loose idea of what you’d like – pastels, brights or creamy shades of white. But with so many hues to choose from and endless ways to combine...
by Franky Shanahan | Sep 20, 2019 | Wedding Advice
What is a Buttonhole? A buttonhole, sometimes called a boutonnière, is a little flower worn in the lapel of a suit. They’re normally worn by the groom, ushers, fathers, stepfathers and any other male members of the couple’s immediate family....
by Franky Shanahan | Aug 3, 2018 | Wedding Advice
Peonies are always popular with brides and they’re one of my all-time favourite blooms. With their blousy petals and soft fragrance, they always look beautiful and romantic. They also come in a range of colours including soft whites, blush to hot pink, coral and...
by Franky Shanahan | Jul 5, 2018 | Wedding Advice
Whether your wedding flower budget is modest or huge, you’ll want to make the most of the money you have available. If you don’t know much about floristry, it can feel like a minefield, especially if you’re hoping to achieve a particular look or...
by Franky Shanahan | May 4, 2018 | Wedding Advice
In my last post about seasonal wedding flowers, I shared some of the beautiful blooms available during spring and summer. Today, I want to talk about autumn and winter wedding flowers. Although the warmer months have traditionally been the most popular time of year to...
