Flowers are beautiful and fragrant, and it seems natural they are what a bride carries down the aisle. Besides being a strikingly colorful contrast against the white gown, most bridal bouquets tie together the theme and look of the entire wedding decor. But flowers are so much more than just pretty and fragrant. In many […]
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Top 20 Questions to Ask Your Wedding Florist
Florists play a huge role in bringing your wedding vision to life with beautiful floral arrangements. From stunning centerpieces and altar flowers to boutonnieres and bouquets, florists can transform your venue into a colorful, sensual, and romantic floral scape that will take your breath away. Before you begin picking out your favorite blooms, though, you […]
Why You Should Always Choose Real Flowers Over Fake for Your Wedding
Flowers have been an essential part of weddings since humans started getting married. Ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman brides carried bouquets of fragrant herbs, spices, and flowers during their wedding ceremony. The herbs and spices were used to ward off evil spirits and bad luck during the wedding, and the flowers they chose represented new […]
Top Wedding Trends for 2022
The floral experts at Marco Island Florist – Weddings and Special Events know what’s trending for 2022 weddings and we are sharing them with you!
Look-Alike Alternatives for Your Favorite Flowers
When you start thinking about your big day or an upcoming special event, you probably know which flowers want as a part of the decor. These are probably all of your favorites, of course, and some popular blooms, too. However, based on seasonality, cost, and possible flower shortages, the flowers you have in mind may […]
Beautiful Bridal Bouquet Ideas for Winter Weddings
We love wintertime weddings! The weather is cooler, the landscape is a beautiful mix of natural neutrals and stark foliage, and, most of all, the stunning winter flowers. For a wedding that is sure to stand out from the rest, have a winter ceremony and use the gorgeous seasonal foliage available. Here at Marco Island […]
Family Members & Others Who Traditionally Receive Wedding Flowers
A wonderful way to visually acknowledge people at your wedding who are important to you is to give them personal flowers. A corsage, small bouquet, or boutonniere is a nice touch and sets them apart from the other guests. Plus, it’s a heartwarming gesture that makes those who are not in the wedding party feel […]
Three Things to Consider Before Choosing Flowers for Your Bridal Bouquet
One of the most important steps in planning your wedding is choosing the flowers that will be in your bridal bouquet. There are so many beautiful blooms and colors and designs….it’s hard to know where to begin. But, if you start by breaking down what’s most important to you about the flowers you want in […]
Why Brides Carry Bouquets
Being engaged is a very exciting season of life, but sometimes planning the wedding ceremony can become daunting. There are so many decisions to make and some traditions don’t even seem to make sense anymore. One such tradition is the act of the bride carrying a bouquet of flowers as she walks down the aisle. […]
Why You Should Infuse Your Wedding with Ranunculus Flowers
Choosing the perfect flowers for your wedding is an important decision. Fortunately, certain blooms, like ranunculus, make this process simple. Ranunculus offer beauty, romance and a special formality that will set your wedding day apart from any other day you experience. Here at Marco Island Weddings, we especially love how easy it is to find […]