FLOWER GUIDE TO A WHITE + GOLDEN PALETTE

February 25, 2019 Alyssa Lytle

With golden and yellow tones being very on trend right now, we saw it as an opportune moment to share this white + golden photoshoot we participated in last year, led by Vanity Affair Events and photographed by Carlos Hernandez. Creating a striking palette with golds and yellows can mean going all out with a totally monochromatic approach, or using neutrals and white with touches of golden hues. I loved Vanity Affair’s vision for this photoshoot’s design: incorporating a striking, golden Tamarind velvet tablecloth from La Tavola Linens, liberally complemented by classic white accents. If you are naturally drawn to a more reserved and classic wedding design, pairing a predominately neutral color scheme against a single focal element of color, like a bold tablecloth, is a supremely subtle way to implement just a touch of color.

THE PROCESS

Prior to placing a flower order, we thoroughly reflect upon the design parameters of our client’s wedding and then ask ourselves a few questions:

What style is meant to be achieved? Garden style? Contemporary? Sculptural? Bold, ethereal, minimal?

Are we going for soft or hard lines?

Will this design be viewed from afar or will it be up-close and personal for the guests to experience?

What colors & styles will non-floral elements be? Such as tableware, linens, bridesmaids’ dresses, invitation suite, platters, etc.

Vanity Affair Events wanted this design to remain realistic and completely accessible for any real couple planning a wedding, while also being different and striking. With the inclusion of the bold linen, which presents a more contemporary look, we decided to use more garden-styled blooms; a nod to classic, traditional wedding floral design. Since centerpieces and bouquets are viewed in an up-close and personal manner, we were sure to add tiny detail textures such as explosion grass, sweet peas and dried golden fern.