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Summer Wedding Flowers

Monday, June 20th, 2011

Since summer is the most popular time for weddings, it is very important to decide in advance the type of wedding flowers wanted by the bride. Since the florists are bound to be busy with many other weddings, the bride should be sure of her choices. One good thing about summer weddings is that just about any kind of flower is available at the time. Favorite pastel colors include cool blues and pale yellows. Bold purples, brilliant reds and oranges really suit this season.

Roses give a very traditional summer wedding feel. Orange, red and yellow roses in the bouquet or the hair gives the feel of bright sunny days. Sunflowers are perfect for a modern summer wedding. It can bring the feel of the sun to the wedding with its vibrant colors. Some popular choices for summer weddings are: foxglove, hyacinth, bachelor buttons, geraniums (pink, red, white, blue), hollyhock, moss rose, lilies, poppy (red, orange, yellow), carnations, daisy, pansy or berries (Blueberry or Raspberry).

Outdoor locations are very popular for summer weddings, and can determine the flowers used in the wedding. If the wedding is being held in a botanical garden, the kind of flowers in the garden can be used in the bouquet. If the wedding is by the seashore then the deep blue iris or bachelor buttons along with sand-colored tulips can be a perfect choice. Sunny yellow and fiery red poppies can also be appropriate. When paired with green ferns, white lilies can have a striking effect. With so many choices, it is very important to understand the feel and mood expressed by each of these flowers, and choose accordingly.

Find the Perfect Wedding Hairstyle

Friday, June 18th, 2010

Choosing the hairstyle you want for your wedding can be a difficult task. There are many different styles out there to choose from, and many depend on your wedding atmosphere, hair type and length. These descriptions of various wedding hairstyles should help you choose what your hair will look like on your big day. First of all, there are many different kinds of updos you can choose from for your wedding hairstyle. If you have longer hair, the choices can be endless. Many brides choose to do an intricate bun design with either tight or loose curls, depending on personal preference. Flowers or colorful hairpins are often inserted into the curls to add an extra elegant touch to the hairstyle.

A good number of brides choose to leave their hair down for their wedding day. For this kind of wedding hairstyle, you may choose several options for how to do your hair. Many women use a curling iron to add some volume and style, but others braid their hair or leave it straight. You can also choose to do a style that leaves half your hair up in a ponytail or bun, with the other half flowing down around your shoulders. If your wedding is more relaxed then consider going with a freer flowing and less complicated hairstyle. Intricate and complex hairstyles can help to complement a more formal setting.

If you want your wedding hairstyle to match the theme of your wedding, you may choose to use colored beads, flowers or hairpins that match your wedding colors. This adds a nice touch that makes your wedding hairstyle unique and personal. While most women go to a salon for their wedding day hairstyle, this can often be expensive and time consuming on an already busy day. If you are running on a budget, it is also easy to do your own wedding hair or get some help from a friend for your big day. Usually, all you need is a good curling iron, some hairspray and lots of bobby pins or hair clips. If you want to use flowers or other decorations in your hair, be sure to order these items in advance.