Beautiful Expressions Blog

Spring is almost here and I can hardly wait. I love spring because the flowers that are available have amazing fragrances. Hyacinth and lilac are my most favorite this time of year. Unfortunately in Colorado, lilac has a very short season for us to purchase it.

Flowers that are available are sweet peas, ( love, love, love these...they are so light and romantic), tulips, daffodils, lilac, ranuculus, and hyacinth to name a few. These flowers can either give whimsy or elegance to your wedding. They offer so much-texture, color, and fragrance. The beautiful pinks, yellows, oranges, lavenders, and whites become more vivid by adding a touch of green with either viburnum or mini green hydrangea.

Spring in Colorado Springs can be so unpredictable. You'll want to plan your wedding accordingly. But one thing that is predictable in our ever-changing spring, is gorgeous flowers!

Congratulations to Ashlee and Dave! We had the priveledge of doing the wedding flowers for this amazing couple. Ashlee had a very clear vision of what she wanted, and it was amazing when all put together. The ceremony was at Colorado College's Shove Chapel, and the red rose arrangements in mercury glass vases and aisle decor were the perfect compliments to this amazing church. The reception followed at the Fine Arts Center in Colorado Springs and the flowers didn't disappoint there either. Many blessings to you both and thank you for allowing us to be a part of your day!

I had such a great time being a part of the Garden of the Gods Bridal Show last night. This Colorado Springs venue is amazing! The sunset was so pretty going down behind the Garden of the Gods.What a great event!

I was able to see familar faces, connect with people I hadn't seen in a long time, and met lots of great new vendors. So honored to have been invited. The brides were awesome and I can't wait to create some amazing wedding flowers for these girls. 

 

 

 

 

We were honored to provide the flowers for a 50th Anniversary party today in Colorado Springs at The Broadmoor Hotel. What an amazing testament to all married couples! Congratulations on 50 wonderful years! Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your special day!

While on vacation in Washington D.C. I found this really adorable store called the Paper Source. Unfortunately, they do not have stores in Colorado, but they have an amazing online selection. These are unique invitations and guestbooks for your fabulous Colorado Springs Wedding. Check them out Paper Source Invitations.

 A favorite, if I were having a fall wedding!

Recently my daughter was in a wedding in Colorado Springs, and her dress came from Something New Boutique. We had to have it altered and they were fabulous to work with. They offer a large selection of bridal gowns, bridesmaids dresses, mother's dresses, flower girl dresses,  prom and special event gowns, and they have amazing accessories! My daughter's tiara was so pretty!!  Mindi and her staff truly care about you as a client, and they have exceptional products! I would recommend any bride in Colorado Springs to visit Something New Boutique www.somethingnewboutique.com for your "Something New"

I LOVED this dress, it's by Maggie Sottero, one of the designers Something New Boutique carries. I also LOVED the flowers in their soft shades of green and lavender.

Fall is my favorite time of year and Fall Wedding Flowers are no exception. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE texture and when I get the chance to utilize all that fall has to offer I do!

Some of my fav textures...Seed Pods, Fruit-Pomegranates, oranges, etc., Hypericum Berry, Safari Sunset, and my favorite...Bittersweet Vine! 

I also love the rich colors. Whether it be traditional oranges, reds, and yellows, or more contemporary fuschia, orange, red...I love them all! My most favorite flower this time of year is the orchid. There are so many to choose from and each gives a distinct design to wedding flowers-oncidium, james story, mokara, and cymbidiums!

Colorado Springs is an amazing place for a fall wedding. The mountains are more majestic, the air more crisp, the sun more intense, and the colors more vibrant! All of this equals More Fabulous Flowers!!

Peggy wanted something unique and elegant, so we combined calla lilies, mokara orchids, and cymbidium orchids in the rich orange and brown tones she wanted. We added green cymbidium orchids to make the other colors pop! I absolutely loved these bouquets. Peggy and her mom wanted something to keep from the wedding so we designed 2 silk arrangements for the alter that they were able to keep for their homes. Thanks Peggy for letting us be a part of your wedding! Many Blessings.

Peggy used an awesome local photographer, John, of Majesty Photo. He does an awesome job and is so easy to work with! www.majestyphoto.com

Kate loved peonies...she got married in May when they were in full bloom, which makes me LOVE peonies because they are big and beautiful! Kate was so much fun to work with. She wanted a garden feel to her wedding so we added David Austin garden roses and james story orchids to her peonies and they looked amazing! Thank you Kate...I loved working with you.

Her photos were done by Allison at Stellar Propeller...Thanks for the great pics...www.stellarpropellerstudio.com