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SOFT, ROMANTIC, ELEGANT WEDDING FLOWERS – PEACH & GREY

September 27, 2016

Lisa and Aneel had a 2 day wedding celebration starting with a church service in the church at Mappleborough Green followed by a reception at Gorcott Hall. On day 2 they continued with a ceremony at the Hyatt Hotel followed by a reception. The guests and families enjoyed 2 amazing days and we are delighted to share some images of the first day with you.

BUTTON HOLES FOR THE GROOMSMEN

The groomsmen wore elegant rose button holes for the church.

LOOSE, ELEGANT PEACH AND GREY BRIDAL BOUQUET

The bridal bouquet was the softest mix of flowers and foliage in peach, soft pink and grey. Heavenly Juliet and Keira roses combined with the delicate scabious, hypericum berries, dusty miller and scented jasmine created a dreamy look for the bridal bouquet.

ELEGANT BRIDESMAIDS BOUQUETS

The girls looked so elegant with their rose and dusty miller bouquets outside Gorcott Hall.

VENUE DECORATIONS – ENTRANCE WREATH FOR FRONT DOOR

The old wooden door to Gorcott Hall was just the place to hang a bespoke flower filled heart wreath.

ROMANTIC, ELEGANT WEDDING CENTREPIECES FOR LONG TABLES

Lisa and Aneel had their hearts set on a long table and found a great way of incorporating these into the room layout. Delicate candlesticks, votives and a mix of elegant footed vases and vessels were set our along the long table filled with scented florals to create their romantic reception.

ROMANTIC, ELEGANT WEDDING CAKE FLOWERS

The softest Keira roses were the icing on the cake for the wedding and set off the ombre icing beautifully.

Thank you Lisa and Aneel for sharing your photos and for your lovely words ‘The flowers were exactly what I had envisaged – soft, romantic and elegant.’

Credits: Florist: Passion for Flowers // Photographer: Ashlee Taylor Photography // Venue: Gorcott Hall

FLOWER WALL BACKDROP, PEONIES & GOLD GLITTER – CURRADINE BARNS WEDDING

September 26, 2016

This gorgeous wedding has so many of our favourite things flower wall backdrop, peonies and lots of gold glitter so we were thrilled to take our team down to Curradine Barns for this amazing wedding for the lovely Louise and Rob.

CREATING THE FLOWER WALL BACKDROP AT CURRADINE BARNS

Louise had one particular request she wanted flowers to cover the wall behind the top table to create a backdrop for her wedding celebrations. So the team carefully created her dream by hanging bombastic and miss bombastic spray roses with soft lisianthus to soften her backdrop. Louise and the girls were getting ready at the Barn and so popped in en masse to check how things were going.

PEONY BOUQUETS FOR THE BRIDE AND BRIDESMAIDS

Glamour was the key to the day and nothing hits the spot more than masses of peonies for beautiful bouquets with luxe dresses and lots of gold and glitter.

CHURCH WEDDING CEREMONY

The wedding took place at Great Witley Church in Worcestershire and was worth the steep climb up the hill to reveal the most beautiful Baroque Church, noted to be the finest example in England. An abundance of gold created the most magical setting for tying the knot.

CURRADINE BARN WEDDING FLOWERS AND DECORATIONS

The gold signage and stationery continued the gold and glitter mood and was used everywhere, I just love this Order of the Day.

HANGING FLOWER HOOPS, GLASS FOOTED BOWL CENTREPIECES

Lush florals in glass footed bowls were laid out on the tables with hanging flower hoops suspended from the beams over many of the tables to create the natural flower filled room for our happy couple. I just love seeing the delight on Louise’s face as she enters her dream room.

TOP TABLE FLORAL GARLAND AND FLOWER WALL BACKDROP

As the evening went on the speeches and toasts were enjoyed by all with a floral garland to the top table and the stunning flower wall backdrop. Congratulations to the new Mr and Mrs Jeffers you planned a great party for family and friends.

GOLD WEDDING CAKE, BOUQUETS TO DECORATE

We left vases to keep the bouquets looking lush around the beautiful gold wedding cake set on the gold glitter cloth.

SPARKLERS!

Sparklers always add a bit of fun to the evening celebrations.

FLOWER CROWN FOR THE EVENING

If you fancy a change of look from day to evening then change your hairpiece or veil for a flower crown to be worn for the dancing.

Credits – Florist: Passion for Flowers // Photographer: Andy Gaines Photography // Venue: Curradine Barns // Signage & Stationery: Polly and Me // Glitter Table Runners & Charger Plates: Pumpkin Events

ELMORE COURT WEDDING FLOWERS – ELEGANT WHITE HYDRANGEAS & CANDELABRA

September 13, 2016

Chris and Lucy tied the knot at the beautiful Elmore Court, the most amazing place for a summer wedding. Elmore Court is run by festival folk and our couple embraced the whole festival vibe and continued partying late into the night and early morning with guests camping in the field around the house.

ELMORE COURT WEDDING FLOWERS

Elmore Court is a unique venue in Gloucestershire with the most historical house where the ceremony is held.

CLASSIC WHITE HYDRANGEA BOUQUETS

Lucy had a good idea of what she wanted for her bouquets and chose classic white hydrangea bouquets with flowing ribbons.

FLOWER CROWNS FOR BRIDESMAIDS

The bridesmaids wore fluffy bridal crowns of delicate Baby’s Breath to enhance their dreamy dresses and Lucy’s bridal bouquet. Baby’s breath was used in decorations throughout the wedding being a favourite of the brides. A lucky charm as Chris and Lucy are now blessed with the most beautiful baby boy.

WEDDING OUTFITS FOR THE DOGS

The dogs were guests of honour at the wedding and followed Lucy everywhere. I just love their outfits, don’t they look so cute all dressed up for their special day.

THE WEDDING CEREMONY AT ELMORE COURT

Lucy and Chris chose to hold their ceremony inside to take advantage of the elegant setting of the house. Friends and family joined in their celebrations in such an amazing space. We added tied bunches of baby’s breath to the chairs for aisle decoration and they bought one of our ‘Choose a seat not a side, we’re all family once the knot is tied‘ signs from The Wedding of my Dreams.

ENTRANCE DECORATIONS AT ELMORE COURT

Grand entrances deserve grand decor and so we created florals in tall silver vases and arranged candles in silver lanterns and glass cylinder vases down the steps.

THE GARDENS AT ELMORE COURT

The gardens are just so beautiful and in June are full of flowers, I just love these shots in the relaxed meadow planting around the house. Can you just glimpse the tipees in the distance?

WEDDING RECEPTION FLOWERS AND STYLING IN THE GILLYFLOWER AT ELMORE COURT

The Gillyflower is a striking building set in the grounds of Elmore Court, its rammed earth walls and huge glass windows give the appearance of being in the meadow. Wedding flowers and styling need to reflect this and so we chose all white flowers with delphinium, hydrangea and clouds of Baby’s Breath.

Credits – Florist: Passion for Flowers // Photographer: Jody Sutton Photography // Venue: Elmore Court

ETTINGTON PARK WEDDING FLOWERS – PINK PEONY BOUQUET, BABY’S BREATH FLOWER CROWNS

September 12, 2016

We always love it when a bride has been recommended to Passion for Flowers by a previous bride and were delighted to meet with Jessica to discuss details for her summer wedding at Ettington Park in Warwickshire.

LARGE PINK PEONY BOUQUET

Jessica wanted us to create a bountiful pink peony bridal bouquet. Peonies are a great favourite for many brides and it is so beautiful to see them in abundance.

FREESIA CORSAGES FOR THE LADIES

Scented corsages of creamy white freesias were perfect for the ladies.

BABY’S BREATH FLOWER CROWNS FOR THE FLOWER GIRLS

Young flower girls adore wearing a flower crown on the wedding day and these delightful two were beautifully dressed in lace sleeved dresses to match the bride and wore Baby’s Breath flower crowns to finish their look.

VINTAGE CARS AND A CHURCH WEDDING

Arriving in a vintage car is a special part of a wedding day and a lovely opportunity for the bride and groom to travel together from the church to the venue as the new Mr and Mrs.

ETTINGTON PARK WEDDING FLOWERS

Ettington Park is one of our lovely Warwickshire venues and a great favourite of ours. Every couple is unique and their weddings are all different and usually a reflection of their tastes and personal loves. Jessica and Simon planned a romantic day with family and friends at this gorgeous venue.

MIX OF SILVER VASES FOR TOP TABLE CENTREPIECES

The reception in the Long Gallery offers plenty of decorating opportunities in the book laden room. A mix of silver vases decorated the top table with spring flowers. Luxe silver grey ribbon was used as an extra detail on the place settings.

SILVER CANDELABRA CENTREPIECES

Elegant silver candelabra with clouds of Baby’s Breath and Hydrangea decorated the guest tables

CAKE TABLE FLOWERS

When cutting the wedding cake it is a great idea to be sure there are some flowers to add some colour to the table and these stunning pink peonies hit just the right note. Peonies are the perfect flower for a May bride.

Credits – Florist: Passion for Flowers // Venue: Ettington Park // Photographer: Alex Miller Photography

OUTDOOR CEREMONY WETHELE MANOR – PEACH & CREAM WEDDING FLOWERS

September 5, 2016

Wethele Manor nestled in the Warwickshire countryside is a favourite wedding venue of ours, especially in the summer months where couples with their guests can enjoy this delightful setting.

BLUSH PINK, PEACH AND CREAM BOUQUETS

For a summer wedding you can’t beat the wonderful scent of David Austin roses in blush pink and peach, with peonies, hydrangea and tanacetum with fresh eucalyptus all tied with trailing ribbons.

OUTDOOR CEREMONY WETHELE MANOR

We just love creating the decor and florals for outdoor weddings and the setting at Wethele Manor is just perfect. The oak arbour was lightly decorated with swathes of muslin and lush foliage and flower garlands.The ribbon backdrop added a touch of whimsy to the day.

HYDRANGEA PLANTS DOWN THE AISLE

Plants are a great idea to frame the aisle in an outdoor setting as they just enhance the natural setting.The ceremony table had a full garland trailing to the floor to continue this natural garden feel.

CENTREPIECES FOR THE MARQUEE AT WETHELE MANOR

For a large marquee remember to look at the expanse above your tables as well as the centrepieces.

CANDELABRA – PEACHES AND CREAM WEDDING FLOWERS

Candelabra added height to the tables giving an airy look and feel to the marquee, the flowers in peaches and creams added a cool, calmness to the day.

FOOTED BOWLS – PEACHES AND CREAM WEDDING FLOWERS

Footed vases sat on plinths in front of the top table and were used on some of the guest tables, enabling guests to see and smell the fragrant blooms.

TOP TABLE GARLAND

A lush foliage garland with highlights of delicate flowers ran the length of the top table. Hurricane vases and tea lights placed along the table added a touch of romance.

PRETTY DETAILS

Pretty details were all around at this wedding, a gorgeous table plan and a dose of pretty behind the cake table.

Credits – Florist: Passion for Flowers // Photorapher: Simon Biffen Photography // Venue: Wethele Manor

MEET US AT THE NATIONAL WEDDING SHOW BIRMINGHAM

August 23, 2016

This Autumn come and see Passion for Flowers at The National Wedding Show. This is our biggest show of the year and we always put on a wow factor display. This year we will be taking a larger stand as well as having a stand next door for our sister company The Wedding of my Dreams. We will be positioned just next to the Champagne Bar and will be creating centrepieces for all the tables in the Champagne Bar too.

If you live in the Midlands, do make sure you pop into The National Wedding Show and come to see us.

Date: Friday 30th September – Sunday 2nd October 2016
Venue: NEC, Birmingham
Stand: G101 + G102

A few examples of our creations at previous shows

Professional photos by Daffodil Waves Photography

MEET US AT HAMPTON MANOR WEDDING FAYRE 11th SEPTEMBER 2016

August 23, 2016

Hampton Manor is one of our favourite local wedding venues, we are so lucky it’s 10 minutes down the road from our floral studio and workshop. We will be decorating Elizabeth’s Court at their upcoming wedding fayre and can’t wait to show a beautiful selection of floral designs on long tables as well as a top table.

This is the perfect opportunity to come and meet us and see our floral creations.

Date: Sunday 11th September 2016
Venue: Hampton Manor, Solihull

A few examples of our previous work at Hampton Manor.

CEREMONIES IN THE BIRCHES

Photo Credit: Fjona Wei-Ling

OUTDOOR SYMBOLIC CEREMONIES

Photo Credit: Valentina Weddings

INSIDE THE MANOR

Photo Credit: 1, 2, 5, 8 Jo Hastings 3, 4, 6, 7 Fjona Wei-Ling

OUTDOOR SEATING AREA

Photo Credit: Fjona Wei-Ling

HAMPTON MANOR NEW OUTDOOR SEATING AREA – STYLED BY PASSION FOR FLOWERS

June 1, 2016

As we regularly work at Hampton Manor we love it when new changes are made to venues. Hampton Manor have recently enhanced the outdoor area next to Elizabeth’s Court. There is a new seating area for guests to relax which would be lovely on a summers evening.

Have a look at the new seating area we recently styled with copper vases, pretty blooms lanterns, candles and sparklers. Doesn’t it look magical.

Flowers: Passion for Flowers // Venue: Hampton Manor // Photographer: Fjona Wei-Ling // Sparklers and vases: The Wedding of my Dreams

ELEVATED FLORALS ABOVE LONG TABLES – PERFECT ALTERNATIVE TO HANGING FLOWERS

May 31, 2016

What do you think of our elevated florals shown here in the Parlour at Hampton Manor? This elevated design can be used along long tables to create the illusion of hanging flowers without having to fix anything to the ceiling at a venue – much quicker and easier to install on site than a hanging display. The flowers sit on a shelf supported by clear glass tall vases and we think they look just fab…

If you have longer tables the elevated display could continue onto another vase and another to match the length of your table.
If you are getting married at Hampton Manor we love a little extra floral decoration in the Parlour, it will be sure to wow your wedding guests.

Flowers: Passion for Flowers // Venue: Hampton Manor // Photographer: Fjona Wei-Ling

HAMPTON MANOR WEDDING FLORIST – TALL BRONZE VASES FOR CENTREPIECES WHITE / BRIGHT PINK FLOWERS

May 31, 2016

At Passion for Flowers we love working on Hampton Manor weddings. Hampton Manor is only about 10 minutes away from our studio so we often find ourselves working on weddings at this beautiful venue. Being a recommended wedding florist at Hampton Manor we were delighted to be involved in a shoot for their new brochure.

If you are including bronze in your wedding colours you will love these new tall bronze vases we have added to our collection of vases. Here we have shown how they look with classic white flowers and a contrast to show how they look with bright pink florals to tie in with the chairs often used at Hampton Manor.

TALL BRONZE VASES FOR CENTREPIECES WITH CLASSIC WHITE FLOWERS

Here we have used white hydrangeas and pale pink lilac with snippets of eucalyptus to create a larger arrangement within the stunning Elizabeth’s Court. To add candle light at a lower level on the table we have included our bronze candle sticks and bronze votives.

TALL BRONZE VASES FOR CENTREPIECES WITH PINK BLOSSOM

We just love using blossom within our floral creations when it is in season, and this pink blossom was just perfect for a brighter centrepiece at Hampton Manor. The pink really ties in with the pink chairs often used in Elizabeth’s Court. Again we have used bronze candle sticks and votives to create interest at the lower level.

These two different centrepieces use the same vase but demonstrate how they can look completely different using different flowers, colours and textures in the arrangements.

To tie in with the pink and bronze centrepiece we decorated the top table with a run of bronze vases with pink blossom and a mix of different bronze votives.

Flowers: Passion for Flowers // Venue: Hampton Manor // Photographer: Fjona Wei-Ling

MODERN GEOMETRIC WEDDING STYLING AT HAMPTON MANOR

May 30, 2016

For a recent brochure shoot at Hampton Manor we created a modern elegant and sleek bouquet for the bride. This bouquet was created from grasses and calla lilies for a very elegant look.

ELEGANT MODERN BRIDAL BOUQUET

The rest of the shoot was centered around modern geometric wedding styling, we used copper and white colours for an elegant look. Our copper terrariums and bud vases mixed with the white vases look stunning set up on the ladders, just love this shot of them.

GEOMETRIC WEDDING STYLING

Flowers: Passion for Flowers // Venue: Hampton Manor // Photographer: Fjona Wei-Ling

CHELSEA IN BLOOM

May 29, 2016

A visit to Chelsea in May is never complete without taking time to view the amazing installations for Chelsea in Bloom, Chelsea’s prestigious floral art show.

The maps with the self-guided tour allow you to take in the sights at your own pace or there is always a chauffeured trip in an exclusive Chelsea in Bloom rickshaw available I just love taking the walk at my own pace with my sister and joined this year by Gemma my daughter. Of course we had time to stop off at Peter Jones for a glass of fizz and a late lunch at The Botanist.

This installation at The White Company was my personal favourite. I just loved the elephant with its carnival feel in the lush setting. Green and white just on brand for The White Company beautifully created by the very talented Larry Walshe.

The carnival theme was brilliantly executed at another of my favourite stores Liz Earle, the carousel and detail on the horses were so amazing. Liz Earle certainly captured many public voters winning The People’s Champion Award. The display was a collaboration with leading floral stylist Willow Crossley and renowned set designer Angus Buchanan with Burford Garden Company enlisted to help bring the design to life.The colour palette is just so gorgeous.

Links of London had a show stopping display created by All For Love London with British Bull Dogs taking centre stage with their over sized floral headdresses with a myriad of colours. The large Union Jack in the foreground was a riot of colour, in my mind this was the most colourful of the installations.

Make sure you plan a visit next time and get inspired next time.

Karen x

WILL YOU BE MY BRIDESMAID SHOOT WITH ROCK MY WEDDING + PANDORA

April 29, 2016

Earlier this week we worked with Rock My Wedding and PANDORA on a ‘Will You Be My Bridesmaid’ Shoot. Have you thought about how you will propose to your bridesmaids, pop over to RWM to see their creative ideas.

WILL YOU BE MY BRIDESMAID?

Credits – Florist: Passion for Flowers // Styling: Rock My Wedding // Photography: Anna Clarke // Jewellery: PANDORA

RUSTIC LUXE WEDDING AT SHUSTOKE FARM BARNS – ANTLERS & GOLD VASES

April 25, 2016

We always get a thrill when we see one of our weddings on Rock My Wedding and we loved this awesome wedding at Shustoke Farm Barns one of our Warwickshire venues.

RUSTIC LUXE WEDDING AT SHUSTOKE FARM BARNS

The barn lends itself to a rustic luxe wedding so we worked with Jackie and Ross to create a perfect look for their late summer wedding. Metallic vases and votives along with glass bottles worked well for their rustic look. The curated antlers were the finishing touch together with the stationery created with love by the groom’s sister, a graphic designer.

THE BOUQUETS – ROSES AND HYDRANGEAS

Fluffy hydrangeas with O’Hara roses were bound together to create a lush late summer bouquet with a gorgeous scent.The bridal bouquet included seeded eucalyptus and touches of baby’s breath with long trailing ribbons.

BRIDESMAIDS BOUQUETS

The bridesmaids carried hydrangea and eucalyptus bouquets, a great combination with their mint dresses.I love this relaxed image in the field.

THE BUTTON HOLES

Rustic button holes with spray rose, eucalyptus and thistle suited the boys.

CEREMONY AT SHUSTOKE FARM BARNS

Shustoke Farm Barns is lovely for an indoor ceremony with its exposed brick work, beams and twinkling lights.

RUSTIC LUXE STYLING & WELCOME FLOWERS

To add a WOW factor to your wedding a rustic flower garland creates a great welcome to your guests and gives a first glimpse of your wedding celebrations. Here blousy hydrangea, eucalyptus and baby’s breath met the rustic brief. Simple wicker wreaths, bottles and tree slices with a few hidden stags continued the relaxed feel to the day.

THE TABLE PLAN – POLAROID PHOTOS FOR EACH GUEST

The polaroid table plan helps each guest find their seat.

RUSTIC LUXE WEDDING CENTREPIECES

The eucalyptus place settings and favours continue the rustic luxe ideas complementing the centrepieces and styling.

WEDDING CAKE ON WOODEN TREE SLICE

The simple cake just needed a couple of star blooms to dress.

We loved working with Jackie and Ross to help them develop their wedding look and it seems they loved us too. x

“Thanks so much for all your efforts with the flowers. They were stunning and I thought the venue looked great. You have been great throughout the whole process so thanks from both of us. Love Jackie & Ross x

Credits – Florist: Passion for Flowers // Photographer: Paul Joseph Photography // Venue: Shustoke Farm Barns

OUTDOOR WEDDING CEREMONY AT MOXHULL HALL – WHITE AND BLUSH PINK FLOWERS FOR A SUMMER WEDDING

April 22, 2016

BRIDAL BOUQUET – PEONIES, HYDRANGEAS & ROSES

Victoria was the epitome of a romantic elegant bride with her amazing dress and summer peony, hydrangea and garden rose bouquet.

BRIDESMAIDS BOUQUETS FOR BLUSH PINK DRESSES

The gardens at Moxhull Hall and the blush pink dresses were a match made in heaven, I just love how the colour is picked up in the rambling roses on the pergola. It is always a good idea to look at your wedding venue in detail and see how you and your florist can work with the setting. Enhancing rather than dominating is key to this romantic elegant look.

PEONY BUTTON HOLES

Alasdair and the boys sported peony button holes for an elegant look..

OUTDOOR WEDDING CEREMONY AT MOXHULL HALL

The gardens lead down to the wonderful outdoor ceremony setting at Moxhull Hall just prefect for a summer wedding.

OUTDOOR WEDDING CEREMONY AT MOXHULL HALL – URNS

As the outdoor wedding ceremony space in set in lush gardens and surrounded by trees urns with relaxed summer flowers enhance the space and link everything together.

OUTDOOR WEDDING CEREMONY AT MOXHULL HALL – AISLE DECORATIONS

Pretty posies decorate the aisle for this outdoor wedding ceremony.

FLOWER GIRL POMMANDER

A pomander is always a flower girl favourite, light and fun to carry. Tender family moments so beautifully captured by the talented Steve Gerrard.

GARDEN GAMES – OUTDOORS AT MOXHULL HALL

With so much space garden games are great to keep the children and adults entertained all afternoon.

CENTREPIECES – FOOTED SILVER BOWLS OF HYDRANGEAS, PEONIES & ROSES

Romantic silver bowls of garden roses, peonies and hydrangea smelt divine on the tables and looked elegant.

TOP TABLE

The elegant silver look carried through to the top table with votives and vases of soft romantic blooms.

CENTREPIECES – GROUPING OF MERCURY SILVER VASES ON A MIRRORED CAKE STAND

For a relaxed look to your guest tables you may wish to offer a mix of centrepieces, here the grouping incorporates the same flowers as the footed bowls for a harmonious look.